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I am and always have been very much in tune with nature. Part of that is recognizing the role that energy plays, especially when it comes to understanding the mechanisms of complex ecosystems. Although energy is all around us, it also flows within us. This vital energy, known as qi (pronounced “chee”), has deep roots […]

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Over the last five years, I’ve tried every non-dairy coffee creamer on the market. And I mean every! My quest for the perfect option started six years ago — when we learned that my then-breastfed baby has a dairy sensitivity — and ended this year, when I discovered the only non-dairy creamer that looks, acts, and tastes like regular half-and-half.

This pea-powered creamer was actually suggested by several Kitchn readers and is now the only half-and-half we buy — even for my dairy-loving husband. It’s truly the only non-dairy creamer worth your money. Don’t bother with anything else!

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I am someone who definitely eats with their eyes first; the more colorful and fresh-looking the dish, the more I want to dig into it. When it comes to salads, packing enough color onto the plate is easy — especially if you let a multitude of vegetables join the party. These 10 recipes are eye-popping, bright, and sure to make you hungry.

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I worked at a very fancy coffee company for years when I was younger, and it instilled in me the following two things: prescribed “good taste” in most food and beverage, and a desire for things to be particular and “correct.” As in, espresso should never be served in a paper cup, steak should never be cooked more than medium-rare, and wine should never be served over ice.

I still cling to some of the lessons I learned when I was a barista, but one of the ostensibly “correct” things has gone right out the window. I now — gasp! — put ice in my wine glass, and I’m not apologizing for it anymore.

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I’m a firm believer that a pack of pitas is one of the best staples you can have on hand for portable meals, and of course as an alternative to your usual sandwich. These handy pockets are ready and waiting to be stuffed full of all sorts of delicious things. And there’s a whole lot more they can do, too. Here are 10 recipes to get you inspired.

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When you need to, say, patch a hole in the wall, you have the luxury of time on your side. You can wait until the weekend to research the best fix, and watch a few YouTube videos until you’re sure you know exactly what to do. Not so with stains. When red wine (or coffee, or blood, or tomato sauce) starts to set in, the clock is already ticking. You need to address the mess — and fast.

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IKEA is our go-to spot for budget kitchen buys — you can find so many things for just $10 or less! And there’s a whole new crop of products to shop for, now that the new 2019 IKEA catalog came out yesterday! (Related: The 10 Best Buys from IKEA’s New 2019 Catalog.)

Here are our picks for the best new items under $10.

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Maangchi is a legendary YouTube cook, known for her winsome, cheeky style and fun recipes that shed light on Korean cooking — both historical and modern. Sporting blue and pink wigs, neon makeup, and flowered aprons, Maangchi flits about like a joyful sprite in the kitchen, sprinkling her exuberant commentary in every video. With her bright personality and mouthwatering recipes, it’s no wonder that she has more than 2.5 million subscribers.

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I’m guessing by now you’ve seen the video of the sea turtle with a plastic straw stuck up its nose. If you haven’t, watch it at your own risk. Or take my word for it and know that it’s just terribly sad and then make every effort possible to use fewer plastic straws.

Plastic straws are currently topping the No List — right up there with plastic bags and Styrofoam. Even Starbucks is going strawless. Lately so many of my friends and coworkers have been asking me to recommend the best reusable straw, so I’ve decided to share my pick here.

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You know the seltzer war is getting serious when Costco jumps into the ring. The new Kirkland Signature sparkling water was spotted by Instagram user The Costco Connoisseur, who noticed that the new seltzer water looks, ahem, very similar to the bubbly water du jour.

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