Tiny houses are currently “big” so to speak, but really, how many people can actually live and function in a 350-square-foot home after living in 2,500 square feet or more? Downsizing is a popular topic for sure, but there is another small home … read more

The Key Peninsula may be somewhat isolated and rural, but it has a thriving and active arts community. Inspired by other areas that have been hosting art walks to great success, the local arts organization, Two Waters Arts Alliance, hosted an art walk … read more

Kitchens have evolved from being the backwater to the epicenter of the home. Therefore, it is more important than ever to ensure the environmental health of this multitasking room for the comfort and safety of all occupants. From the simple to the complex, … read more

Model Tested: 2016 Nissan Murano Platinum AWD Engine: 3.5-liter V-6 gas, 260 horsepower 240 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 21-mpg city, 28-mpg highway, 24-mpg combined Base Price: $40,700 As Tested: $44,070 Performance: Good power, acceleration Classically smooth Nissan V-6 Car-like … read more

Model Tested: 2016 Fiat 500X EASY AWD Engine: 2.4-liter I-4 gas, 180 horsepower 175 lb-ft torque Transmission: 9-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 21-mpg city, 30-mpg highway, 24-mpg combined Base Price: $24,510 As Tested: $27,005 Performance: Platform twin to Jeep Renegade and equally capable … read more

Model Tested: 2016 BMW 330e Sedan Engine: 2.0-liter I-4 turbocharged gas + electric motor, 250 horsepower 310 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, rear-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 31 mpg gasoline only, 72 mpg electricity + gasoline Base Price: $43,700 As Tested: $60,245 Performance: Smooth hybrid … read more

Model Tested: 2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited Engine: 2.0-liter I-4 gas, 147 horsepower 132 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic, front-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 28/City—37/Highway—352Combined Base Price: $22,350 As Tested: $27,710 Performance: Smooth highway ride Very pleasant on long trips Outstanding fuel economy for a non-hybrid … read more

Model Tested: 2016 Honda Civic Touring Engine: 1.5-liter I-4 gas, 174 horsepower 162 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic, front-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 31/City—42/Highway—35/Combined Base Price: $26,500 As Tested: $27,335 Performance: Very nice highway ride Electric power steering a little disjointed Outstanding fuel economy (our … read more

My three kids spend so much time with me in the kitchen. Daily, we chop, we mix, we bake, we stir, we do life together around our island and over food. At this point, they are trained professionals when it comes to helping … read more