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Matcha, a Japanese green tea, has origins that date back to the Tang Dynasty (the 7th to 10th century). The drink has become increasingly popular recently thanks to its bright color, its unique flavors, and an increased overall focus on health and wellness. As a good source of antioxidants, matcha offers a range of wellness benefits. Some people also prefer the less intense buzz compared to espresso, along with the fact it doesn’t make you crash....

* Chile peppers contain oils that can irritate your skin and eyes. Wear plastic or rubber gloves when working with them.

1 cup cold heavy cream 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

½ cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish 1 tablespoon snipped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper Black Pepper-Olive Relish 1 cup pitted and chopped kalamata or nicoise olives 1 small red sweet pepper, chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper Blue Cheese-Parsley Crumble 2 ounce blue cheese, crumbled ½ cup chopped Italian (flat-leaf) parsley 1 tablespoon lemon juice ⅛ teaspoon coarse sea salt or kosher salt

8 ounce carton sour cream ¼ cup snipped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon lime juice Avocado-Tomato Salsa 1 firm, ripe avocado 1 cup yellow and/or red cherry tomatoes 1 tablespoon lemon juice or lime juice 1 fresh jalapeño chile pepper Hotter-than-Hades Cheese ’n’ Nuts 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese or Mexican cheese blend (4 ounces) ½ cup finely chopped toasted walnuts ½ cup sliced pickled jalapeño chile peppers, chopped Must-have equipment: 5 1/2- or 6-quart slow cooker with a car adapterInsulated carrierInsulated cooler with ice packs (optional)

Bergenia Care Must-Knows Bergenia tolerates a wide range of lighting conditions, but part shade to full shade suit it best. Although this evergreen perennial grows well in average, well-drained soil, moist humus-rich soil provides maximum growth and bloom power. Once established, bergenia is drought-tolerant, but appreciates supplemental watering during extended dry spells. Bergenia is usually problem- and pest-free, but keep an eye out for slug damage. This perennial is considered evergreen in the South, while in more northern states it may suffer winter damage....

The collage of ideas proved beneficial when she renovated her new three-bedroom, three-bath digs last spring on her Bravo reality show Bethenny Ever After. Fans watched the trials and tribulations of the design process play out on weekly episodes covering everything from selecting the perfect powder room tile to dealing with prickly contractor situations. The old saying “all the world’s a stage” is not a new concept for Bethenny; her life has been an open book for the past several years....

First Things First: Can You Paint Tile? Absolutely! There are many reasons why people opt to paint tiles. First, it’s a cost-effective upgrade. Painting tiles can spruce up your space and extend the life of tiles in high-traffic areas, like floors, kitchens, and bathrooms. However, paint also covers the original characteristics of the tile, and grout lines will likely be painted over. In areas with lots of traffic and water, painting tiles is not recommended....