Author Archives: Jessica Mordo

26 Summer Appetizers Your Party Guests Will Love

Let’s face it, sometimes the best part of a party or gathering are the appetizers (sorry, main course). They’re mostly bite-sized, easy-to-eat, and exciting… Read More

These 10 Thanksgiving Hacks Will Save Your Holiday Feast

It can happen to anyone, even experienced chefs. A Thanksgiving feast has many moving parts and you’ve got a lot on your plate making sure… Read More

This Colorful Patio Is Made for Family Lounging All Summer Long

We only recommend things we love. If you buy something through our site, we might earn a commission. To make the most of summer’s… Read More

Your Ultimate Spring Gardening To-Do List

All Regions Springtime is for repotting root-bound houseplants. Give them fresh soil and an extra inch or two of legroom by upgrading them to… Read More

Score Winter Outerwear Half-Off in Patagonia’s Huge President’s Day Sale

We only recommend things we love. If you buy something through our site, we might earn a commission. For powderhounds and cold-weather adventurers, investing in quality… Read More

Tech Gadgets to Power Your Wellness Routines, from Meditation to Sleep to Juicing

Muse 2 Meditation Headband A favorite of the brain-hacking community, this head-mounted EKG meter (pictured above) analyzes your brain wave patterns and coaches you through… Read More

The Kids’ Gear Your Adventuring Sidekick Needs for Your Next Family Trip

1 of 10Courtesy of Small Lot Co.Backpack This… Read More

From an L.A. Hideaway to a Tropical Cruise, These Last-Minute Trips Are Your Winter Cure

Silicon Valley Reset: Canyon Ranch Courtesy of Canyon Ranch Silicon Valley workers in need of an instant bio-hack can unplug at the new… Read More

These Easy DIY Fermented Foods Are Your Next Great Winter Cooking Projects

The Repickle-ator Did you know you can get a second life out of your leftover homemade pickle brine? The brine and pickled spice dregs in… Read More

Your Essential Winter Gardening To-Do List

Northwest Plan Buy seed for herbs and long-season vegetables. Get eggplants, melons, peppers, tomatoes, and winter squash; start them indoors late next month for… Read More

Where the Wild Things Are: Programs That Foster Kids’ Connection to the Outdoors

Engaging with the natural world brings us peace and relieves stress, and it fosters a desire to preserve the health of the planet. And… Read More

Steal These Looks from One of Instagram’s Hottest Houseplant Trendsetters

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Don’t Be Square: Embrace Curves with These 11 New Items from Anthropologie

1 of 11Courtesy of AnthropologieAmoret Swivel Chair A good… Read More

Why the Instagram Sensation #MonsteraMondays Means Money

Not sure if you’ve noticed, but Swiss cheese plant (aka Monstera deliciosa) is having a serious moment right now. It has… Read More

These Travel Apps Let You Reduce Your Carbon Footprint Without Lifting a Finger (from Your Phone)

Sustainability is a growing concern in the world of travel. It’s no secret that air travel hurts the environment, with fuel combustion creating large deposits… Read More

Tour Our 2019 Santa Monica Canyon Idea House

Cool and refreshing, featuring lots of seasonal bounty, these easy and delicious appetizers will go fast at summer parties… Read More

Plant Parenthood 101: The Five Basic Tenets of Caring for Your Plant Babies

Decide If You’re Ready to Be a Plant Parent If you are a homebody who has ample time for doting on your plant babies, the… Read More

From Fast Pho to Sizzling Crêpes, 16 Vietnamese Recipes That’ll Have You Pining for Saigon

Appetizers Annabelle Breakey Sizzling Saigon Crêpes (Bánh Xèo) This Saigon street snack makes for a satisfying opening act to a meal. Recipe: Sizzling Saigon… Read More

11 of the Tastiest Dumpling Recipes and Asian Appetizers

It’s traditional to ring in a new year with platters full of dumplings, bowls of rich broth, and crispy crab rangoon, but a dumpling party… Read More

These Houseplant Subscription Services Guarantee You’ll Be Raking in the Green

If there’s one thing we enjoy almost as much as houseplants, it’s subscription boxes—that’s why we’re over the moon for these plant subscriptions. You… Read More

Now Trending: Four Stylish Ways to Display Your Houseplants

Be a Pothead  Maud Bocquillod/Unsplash Terra cotta pots remain the go-to vessel for several reasons: their earthy orange color (which comes from the… Read More

Good Plants for Bad Spaces: How to Get Your Greenery Thriving in the Most Challenging Conditions

1 of 7Grumpy Cow Studios/iStock/Getty Images Plus Problem: Your… Read More

Therapy in a Terracotta Pot: Are Houseplants Good for Your Brain?

Though the jury is still out as to whether or not plants benefit from being talked to, there is some evidence that it does wonders… Read More

Growth Mindset: Easy Tricks to Extend Your Plant Collection for Free

The best thing about growing houseplants is spreading the love by propagating new plant babies to share (or just to build your collection). And it’s… Read More