Author: candacebd
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The 10 Coolest New Toys I Spotted at the 2025 Toy Fair
One cool perk of my job: Scouting the hottest toys. At the 2025 Toy Fair, innovations abound—these were the coolest gifts for kids I found.
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The 11 Best Planners & Agendas of 2025, Reviewed (with Photos)
After testing the best planners & agendas (dated and undated, time-blocked and freeform), these are the 11 best organizers for 2025.
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After Trying the Viral Sweetened Condensed Milk Brownies Hack, I Must Say: There’s a Better Way to Make Fudgier Treats
All over TikTok and Instagram, people are recommending the “sweetened condensed milk brownie hack,” where you add an egg and a can of condensed milk to a box brownie mix. But is it really that good? I put it to the test—and have recommendations for a better baked treat.
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Where to Buy Clear Stadium Bags Right Away (Including 7 Cute Picks)
Ah, the dreaded stadium bag: Most arenas, concert venues and football stadiums require you to stuff your belongings into a clear, plastic bag. And often, they’re cheesy. Or bulky. Or so flimsy they fall apart in no time. It’s enough to make you admit defeat and cram your cell phone and credit card in your…
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Surprise ‘Em with a St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt (Virtual or IRL)
Whether you’re hosting an in-person or virtual St. Patrick’s Day scavenger hunt—for a group of 2 or a class of 32—these ideas will be a hit. Promise.
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35 Zoom Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Kids & Adults Alike
Here’s how to host a zoom scavenger hunt (on any virtual video chat service, honestly), as well as 30 scavenger hunt ideas to get you going.
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How to Develop a Recipe, the Ina Garten Way
Reading how Ina Garten develops recipes in ‘Be Ready When the Luck Happens’ is a masterclass in balancing flavor and texture. Here’s how she does it.
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The 4 Best Candle Making Kits for Beginners (All Tested, with Photos)
If you want to make scented candles at home, you need to try one of these tested-firsthand candle-making kits from Siblings, Paddywax, Makesy and more. They’re worth every penny.
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Peanut Butter Cold Brew, Reviewed: The Most Underrated Item at Gideon’s Bakehouse
Gideon’s Bakehouse is known for its half-pound chocolate chip cookies, but I’d argue the peanut butter cold brew is just as good. Here’s why.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Lasagna Soup: A Cozy Dinner That’s Not Too Heavy
Put your Crockpot to work with this easy recipe for slow cooker chicken lasagna soup. It’s a hearty dinner that won’t bog you down.
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Review: Is It Worth Spending $50+ to Visit the Museum of Ice Cream in NYC?
Before visiting the Museum of Ice Cream in NYC, here’s what you should know about the exhibits (& unlimited treats) in 2024.
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The Makesy a Wish Candle-Making Kit Is Cathartic, Whimsical—And a Great Intro to Makesy’s Product Line
Makesy’s known for its candle making supplies, so I put several to the test while trying the Makesy a Wish Kit. Let’s test the wax, wick, fragrance oil & more.
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