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I have been using the same single cutting board for several years. It is bamboo, maybe? I think it is bamboo. I am happy with it, but are my knives happy with it? Is it the best kind of cutting board? Am I secretly doing something that is ruining them in some way I do not yet know of but will live to regret?

If you have these questions, too, read on to find out what your knives want you to know about cutting boards.

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This is the kind of dinner that’s meant for cool fall evenings. Sweet, spicy pork chops are nestled in caramelized sweet potatoes and red onion, making for a complete meal worthy of a casual dinner party or a cozy Sunday night dinner at home.

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20 Cooks, 20 Knives: This month, we’re taking a close look at a chef’s most important tool: her knife. We asked 20 cooks, amateurs and professionals, to share their favorite knives and the stories behind them. While chef’s knives are are featured prominently, no two are exactly alike, and there are also a few surprises.

Natasha Case

Profession: CEO, Coolhaus
City: Los Angeles, CA
Instagram: @coolhaus

Named one of Forbes 30 Under 30, Natasha’s architecture-meets-gourmet-ice-cream-sandwiches concept, Coolhaus, has become a hit phenomenon. Together with her partner, Freya, she isn’t afraid to concoct savory flavors such as Fried Chicken and Waffles, Fast Food, and even Peking Duck. And while a knife isn’t the first thing you think of when you think of ice cream, she does have one that she turns to again and again.

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From Apartment Therapy → 5 Breakfast Making Machines That Really, Actually Exist

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The next time a recipe calls for minced garlic or chiles, this is exactly how you want to use your knife to produce that cut. Here’s what minced ingredients should look like and why recipes call for them.

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You know the old saying: the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. Especially not if you name your kid after an apple. With over 2,500 varieties of apples grown in the United States annually and 7,000 worldwide, we’ll be darned if there aren’t some choice baby names among them. Aside from conjuring happy memories of orchard hopping, an apple-inspired baby name is sure to be a hit with teachers and pediatricians alike. What’s not to love?

Here are 15 baby names inspired by your favorite fall fruit.

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Yesterday was the first official day of fall, but with warm weather still kicking around and heirloom tomatoes still popping up at farmers markets, it doesn’t quite feel like autumn yet.

This cider beer sangria will change that.

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You know the drill: An old friend calls (surprise!) — she and her partner and their three kids are in the area. Any chance you can swing a last-minute get-together? Of course. You can figure dinner out. Your freezer casserole game is on point. Toss a couple of veggies together for a chic and unique salad, and you’re good to go.

Almost.

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Love it or hate, the bike leg is the biggest chunk of the triathlon. It’s an area where hard work can really pay off, or mistakes can really set you back. Simply put, it is worth doing well, and there are a handful of things you can do to get the most out of your time in the saddle. It starts with showing up and doing the work.

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I’m a complete sucker for locally sourced food. Fresh-caught fish and garden-grown vegetables are among my favorites, especially if that food was grown or caught with my own hands. You can’t get any more local or more fresh than that. If you don’t have a garden, seek out a farmer’s market for the best in-season finds. Source your proteins from local farmers or fisherman, if possible, or purchase it flash frozen for the best taste.

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