Spring may be right around the corner and the sun bright against a brilliant blue sky, but it is still 41 degrees on the front porch and much cooler in the shade or when a breeze wafts through the yard. My spirit wants … read more

The kitchen is a cornerstone in any home. It’s where we cook dinner and where we gather with friends and family. Everyone wants a beautiful kitchen, but remember, this is a functional space as well. Choose finishes and materials that will stay on … read more

If you’re like many people, you feel good when you are able to toss items into the recycling bin instead of the trash. But a new report suggests that many of those “recyclable” labels on your products may be misleading, and that much … read more

Model Tested: 2020 Lexus IS 350 F-Sport 4-Door Sedan Engine:3.5-lliter V-6, 311 horsepower, 277 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, rear-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 20-mpg city, 28-mpg highway, 23-mpg combined Base Price: $42,180 As Tested: $52,135 Performance: Strong performing V-6 Sport mode makes big improvement … read more

Model Tested: 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2.4 GT AWC Engine:2.4-lliter I-4, 168 horsepower, 167 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 23-mpg city, 28-mpg highway, 25-mpg combined Base Price: $26,895 As Tested: $28,920 Performance: Nimble off road Pretty peppy 2.4-L engine Engine … read more

The stately, wrought-iron gate at the top of the driveway gives the first clue to what lies beyond: “Wurlitzer Manor.” Wurlitzer Manor, the Gig Harbor home of Barbara Hammerman and Raymond Lavine since 2002, sits atop a bluff overlooking the Tacoma Narrows, with … read more

Add fruit to your breakfast with this take on French toast, which includes a mixture of berries, bananas and vanilla yogurt wrapped in tortillas and topped with a dusting of powdered sugar. Find more breakfast recipes at Culinary.net. Fruity Yogurt French Toast Wraps … read more

Model Tested: 2020 Toyota Camry TRD V6 Sedan Engine: 3.5L V6, 301 horsepower, 267 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, front-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 22-mpg city, 31-mpg highway, 25-mpg combined Base Price: $31,040 As Tested: $32,920 Performance: A sporty Camry worthy of the TRD (Toyota Racing … read more

Model Tested: 2020 Honda Insight 4DR Touring Engine: 1.5-liter I-4, engine + hybrid output 151 horsepower, 99 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic, front-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 51-mpg city, 45-mpg highway, 48-mpg combined Base Price: $28,340 As Tested: $29,270 Performance: Smooth highway ride Acceptable acceleration Paddle … read more