Back to school can be both an exciting and chaotic time for families. The kiddos are looking forward to meeting their teachers, reconnecting with classmates and friends and participating in fall sports and activities and are possibly also a bit anxious about the … read more

Welcome spring and create continuous color for several months with a collection of spring-flowering bulbs. After planting in the fall, you’ll enjoy an array of flower colors that combine nicely with other spring-flowering trees, shrubs and flowers. Start the season with early-blooming snowdrops. … read more

The main course at family dinners may be the main event, but that doesn’t mean you should have to settle for bland, boring sides. Fret not — there is a better way to pair favorite proteins with tasty potatoes. Try these Parmesan Potato … read more

Those first school bells may be ringing soon, but they don’t have to signal the end of grilling season. This Blackened Spatchcock Chicken keeps the meat moist, tender and tasty with crispy skin and a spicy seasoning to keep your summer spirit alive. … read more

Cod with Minted Pea Veloute and Orange-Radish Salad (Serves 4) For Cod Preheat oven to 425ºF. Place four 4-6 oz. cod fillets in foil boat and drizzle with 3 tablespoons butter, juice of 1 lemon, salt and pepper. Bake for 13 minutes or … read more

Hotter and drier weather in the Pacific Northwest this summer could set the stage for a long and intense summer wildfire season, according to the Washington State Department of Health. More wildfires create the potential for more smoke to drift into our region, increasing … read more

Begin building tiny, healthier practices into routines you already have to help make it easier to establish habits you can stick to. This concept is called “habit stacking,” and it can help you improve habits from morning to night. Consider those busy mornings … read more

Are you worried about your kids staying indoors with too much screen time? Studies find that between their phones, computers, and tablets, kids are spending up to seven hours a day staring at screens. As a parent, you want your child to be … read more

It’s easy to fall into a dinnertime rut, cooking the same meals with the same ingredients time and again. When your family is in search of a delicious way to shake things up in the kitchen, consider new ways to cook favorite dishes … read more