Author: candacebd
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Review: Culture Espresso’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Has Been Voted Best in NYC, But Is It?
In the quest for the best chocolate chip cookie, tons of attention is paid to Crumbl, Levain, Gideon’s Bakehouse and the like, but I was recently reminded of a story I wrote back in 2017, where 33 top bakeries across the U.S. and Canada went head-to-head, submitting their top chocolate chip cookie to a New…
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What I’m Packing in My Daughter’s “Sibling Bag” Ahead of My Son’s Birth
Pregnant with your second, third or fourth kid? Here’s what to pack in a sibling bag while you’re in the hospital.
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Broccoli Cheddar Bacon Quiche: The Easy Breakfast to Serve a Crowd
When it comes to easy brunch ideas, it doesn’t get simpler than this quiche recipe.
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Summer Must-Read: Minka Kelly’s Memoir, ‘Tell Me Everything,’ Is Transformative
Minka Kelly’s honesty—paired with perspective—will have you examining your own life in a new light.
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Review: What’s So Special About Levain Cookies?
Ah, the softball-sized cookie that started it all. (At least my obsession with barely baked, massive treats.) Levain Bakery has been around since 1995, and it’s widely regarded as the birthplace of “NYC-style cookies,” AKA gooey-centered cookies as big as your fist. But with so many competitors on the market these days, are they still…
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12 Surprising Facts About Gideon’s Bakehouse
You’ve seen the Instagrams featuring half-pound, chocolate-studded cookies. You’ve heard of people waiting up to 11 hours in the virtual queue at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs, just for a taste of those sweets, then shelling out $6 per treat. And that these treats are in such high demand the company has to limit sales…
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Review: Is Kohl’s Draper James RSVP Line Legit?
I’ve long been a fan of Reese Witherspoon‘s breezy-yet-polished, preppy Draper James line, but I’ll be honest: The only item I’ve ever owned was a beach towel. As enchanting as the Nashville store was, when I saw the clothes up close, many had a lightweight, fast fashion feel; like Francesca, only at twice the price.…
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Easy Sugar Cookie Blossoms
Peanut butter blossoms are a classic bake sale (or holiday cookie swap) treat—but they’re a no-go at most schools. Sure, you could swap out PB for Sunbutter, or make them with an oatmeal cookie base, but if you want something that will really let the Hershey’s Kiss shine, make these sugar cookie blossoms. They’re just…
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What Separates An Incredible Margarita from the “Meh” Ones
Whether you’re into Taco Tuesday or not, it’s hard to think of a better way to cap off the night than with a salt-rimmed margarita. (Okay, maybe being on a beach without cell phone service — or maybe just without work-email-service — could make things even better, but let’s be real here.) As an unabashed…
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The Best Kids’ Travel Gear for Cross-Country Road Trips (All Tested!)
Surviving 20ish hours in a car with a 4-year-old is a challenge, but it’s nothing compared to that same drive with a 2 1/2-year-old in the midst of potty training. I’ve experienced both—and then some, after driving from New York to Florida (and back) about once a year over the past three years. With each…
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What A Hospice Doctor Wants You to Know About Death
Hang with me for a minute, because this topic is a little morbid. It may seem too dark to feature on a site dedicated to making your weekdays a little brighter, but that’s the thing: Life Between Weekends isn’t about solely focusing on the warm and fuzzy, and glossing over everything else. It’s about honestly…
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What To Expect From A Soulcycle Class
You’ve heard people rave about the self-help-y, crazy trendy spin class — and you’ve probably seen the endless spoofs on TV and online — but it’s hard to know what SoulCycle‘s really like until you take your first class. Still, taking that class can be intimidating, especially since it can seem like a whole new…
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