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The Kitchn Archive: May 2016

15 Ingenious Indoor Garden Ideas to Steal
(Image credit: The Kitchn) No patio? No problem. You can still build a lush summer garden inside your four walls, no matter how much living space you have. From Apartment Therapy → 15 Indoor Garden Ideas for Wannabe Gardeners in Small Spaces
The Kitchn
May 31, 2016
Recipe: Upside-Down Steak Dinner Bowl
Are you trying to pack more vegetables into your weeknight meals? Eat a little less meat? Ditch the bread? A staple of my own household meals lately have been improvised dishes that I call Flip the Bowl — dinners that turn classic meat-heavy suppers on their head, starting with the vegetables and using meat as a supporting side instead of the star. Here’s one of my favorite ways to do this: the upside-down steak dinner. What does it mean to flip the bowl?
Faith Durand
May 31, 2016
Get the Look: A Modern London Flat Kitchen
(Image credit: Cathy Pyle) From Apartment Therapy → Remodeling Recipe: Get the Look of a Modern London Flat Kitchen
The Kitchn
May 31, 2016
Are Golden Milk Overnight Oats the Trendiest Breakfast of All Time?
Golden milk is so hot right now. So far I’ve seen it in everything from cocoa to ice cream, and now it’s making its way into your breakfast with these overnight oats. This is a food trend mash-up of epic proportions. Overnight oats are simply oats that sit overnight in liquid of some form — in this case, it’s golden milk.
Lauren Kodiak
May 31, 2016
What Are Families’ Biggest Barriers to Eating Dinner at Home?
(Image credit: www.saritarelis.com) Many families struggle with making dinner at home, and thanks to a recent study, we are starting to understand why. From Apartment Therapy → Can You Guess the Biggest Barriers to Eating Dinner at Home?
The Kitchn
May 30, 2016
How I Turn Bland, Out-of-Season Tomatoes into Something Worth Eating
I dream of the time in summer when I can find tomatoes so sweet and ripe that I can bite into them like an apple; the kind bursting with flavor and a fragrance that hits your nose before you reach the bin. It’s tough to wait, so I have a little trick for getting more delicious flavor out of the bland, out-of-season tomatoes that populate the grocery store the rest of the year.
Kelli Foster
May 30, 2016
Smart Kitchen Upgrades from 5 Renters
(Image credit: The Kitchn) From Apartment Therapy → How 5 Renters Made the Most of Their Rental Kitchens
The Kitchn
May 30, 2016
We’re Hiring: Associate Editor (Wellness/Health)
TheKitchn.com is actively looking for an Associate Editor (Wellness/Health). Please click through for details! The Kitchn | Associate Editor (Wellness/Health) The Kitchn is an influential independent online food publication, with over 20 million monthly readers. The associate editor will be a key member of the editorial team, involved in story ideation, assigning, editing and writing, especially as the content covers nutrition, wellness, and the healthy home.
Vanessa Warlow
May 30, 2016
Everything I Know About Cooking I Learned from a Cast Iron Pan
I cook with a cast iron pan almost every day. I have one on my stove at all times so it’s within easy reach. All cooks have their “thing” — trusted measuring cups, a special knife, or a beloved wooden spoon — cast iron is mine. I could say that I use it because my mama or my grandma did, because that’s true.
Chadwick Boyd
May 29, 2016
5 Old Kitchen Design Trends That Are Back in Style
(Image credit: The Kitchn) From Apartment Therapy → Back in Fashion: 5 Old Kitchen Design Trends that are Making a Comeback
The Kitchn
May 29, 2016
Master the Art of Mismatched Dining-Room Chairs
(Image credit: Emma Fiala) From Apartment Therapy → Divert a Dining Room Disaster: Mastering the Art of Mismatched Chairs
The Kitchn
May 28, 2016
The History of Subway Tile
(Image credit: The Kitchn) Subway tile is riding a wave of enormous popularity right now, but it’s been around for a long time. Read on for the story behind America’s most beloved tile. From Apartment Therapy → A Brief History of Subway Tile
The Kitchn
May 27, 2016
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Making Punch
As much as we love a cocktail, punch is the name of the game when we’re hosting a crowd. It’s an easier, more hands-off approach that leaves you with more time for chatting with friends instead of minding the bar. Even so, preparing this big-batch drink is more than stirring a few ingredients together in the punch bowl. Here are five mistakes to avoid the next time you make a batch of punch. The beauty of punch, aside from serving a crowd, is that it can be made in advance.
Kelli Foster
May 27, 2016
15 Lunches That Will Bowl You Over
Apartment Therapy
May 27, 2016
Leela Cyd Shares the Hardest Part About Writing Her First Cookbook
This week we’ve shown you how Leela Cyd threw a fabulous tea party right outside of Santa Barbara. The inspiration for the whole thing (including recipes!) comes from Leela’s first cookbook, Food with Friends: The Art of Simple Gatherings. Today we’re delving a little bit more into the inspiration behind the book, including a few of Leela’s favorite recipes and tips for anyone looking to host a party.
Ariel Knutson
May 27, 2016
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How to Throw a Lion King–Inspired BBQ…for Grownups
At last month’s Sunday supper club, it came up that we live in New York but we take Broadway for granted. We decided to see a show together before this month’s supper club. Surprisingly, none of us had seen The Lion King. Tickets were bought, and we went. We were expecting it to be a fun night out; we were not expecting it to be as beautiful and thrilling and inspiring as it was.
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May 27, 2016
5 Budget-Saving Lessons Learned from $5,000 Kitchen Makeovers
(Image credit: The Kitchn) From Apartment Therapy → Budget-Saving Secrets From Five Fantastic $5,000 Kitchen Facelifts
The Kitchn
May 27, 2016
3 Different 1-Ingredient Ways to Fancy Up Your Lemonade
Apartment Therapy
May 27, 2016
7 Tips for Eating Well When You’re on a Tight Budget
(Image credit: Andrea Sparacio) If you’re low on cash and want to eat well, what are your options? From Apartment Therapy → How To Eat Well When You’re Low on Cash
The Kitchn
May 26, 2016
I Tried to Erase My Soviet Past, but Tea Brought Me Back
Growing up in 1970s and 1980s Moscow, my day began and ended with tea. Always in a cup with a saucer, in the mornings it accompanied a breakfast of eggs or a cheese sandwich and in the evenings a dushevni (or soulful) conversation with my mother. We made the tea by mixing boiling hot water with the concentrated tea brew, or zavarka, directly in the cups. The staple of every Soviet household, zavarka was kept in a ceramic teapot and lasted at least a day.
Margarita Gokun Silver
May 26, 2016
Avoid These Mistakes When Cooking on a Charcoal Grill
Apartment Therapy
May 26, 2016
Can You Guess the Flavor of This Jet-Black Ice Cream?
Ice cream comes in a rainbow of both natural and unnatural colors. From red to violet — if you can dream it, you can eat it. That is, unless, you dreamt of black ice cream, in which case the closest you could come to living your dreams was ordering the deepest, darkest chocolate on display. But as of yesterday, there’s a truly black ice cream available for purchase. Can you guess which flavor you’ll have to order to get a scoop of this jet-black goodness? It’s coconut!
Kaitlin Flannery
May 26, 2016
3 Smart Tips for Being a Great Host
(Image credit: Bethany Nauert) From Apartment Therapy → Secrets of Hosts Who Are Always Ready for Guests
The Kitchn
May 26, 2016
Kick Things Up a Notch with These Lemongrass-Ginger Salmon Burgers
Memorial Day is right around the corner! If you’re still drawing up your holiday menu, I highly suggest you add these lemongrass-ginger salmon burgers. With garnishes like pickled cucumber and cilantro cream, these burgers are sure to be the talk of your party. What I love most about these salmon burgers is that they’re not afraid to be a little different. With lemongrass, ginger, and lime in the patties, no one is going to accuse you of playing it safe with this recipe.
Lauren Kodiak
May 26, 2016
24 Sides That Outshine The Main Dish
Apartment Therapy
May 26, 2016
10 Recipes, 4-Ingredients, Easy Snacking Bliss
Apartment Therapy
May 25, 2016
5 Chores You Should Never (Ever) Skip
(Image credit: The Roberts’ Playful Wonderland West End Townhouse) Whenever you’re pressed for time, don’t let all your chores and cleaning duties slip into disarray. Keep your house functioning by being choosy with the chores you skip and the ones you tackle. From Apartment Therapy → 5 Chores You Should Never Skip (Even If You’re
The Kitchn
May 25, 2016
Have You Ever Made “Grease Gravy”?
Q: My mother used to make what she called “grease gravy” to pour over waffles. I do not believe it had any flour, but was only sausage drippings, water, and maybe just a touch of cream. Are you aware of a recipe like that? Sent by Dan Editor: The recipe you describe immediately reminds me of a very classic Southern-style sausage gravy. Like your mother’s recipe, it’s also made from sausage pan drippings, but flour is often added to thicken it.
Hali Bey Ramdene
May 25, 2016
Maximize Your Tiny Outdoor Space This Summer
(Image credit: The Kitchn) From Apartment Therapy → This Summer, No Excuses: Make the Most of Your Small Outdoor Space
The Kitchn
May 25, 2016
This Strawberry Shortcake Is Drunk on Rosé
Happy National Wine Day! Let’s celebrate with strawberry shortcake. But this, my friends, is not just any ol’ strawberry shortcake — this version has rosé-soaked strawberries. Yes, you toss sliced strawberries with rosé and sugar, and let everything mingle in the fridge while your shortcake bakes in the oven. You’re essentially macerating the berries, with a little help from everyone’s favorite summer wine.
Lauren Kodiak
May 25, 2016
Plan A Dreamy California Tea Party
Apartment Therapy
May 25, 2016
5 Stylish Layer Cakes That Steal The Show
Apartment Therapy
May 24, 2016
8 Ways to Organize the Inside of Your Drawers
(Image credit: The Kitchn) If you can’t have the drawers you want, you have to love the drawers you’ve got. Give them an inner makeover with shiny new organizers (or crafty, repurposed ones). From Apartment Therapy → High to Low: 8 Clever Ways to Transform the Inside of Your Drawers
The Kitchn
May 24, 2016
The Grocery-Store Tea That Changed My Life
I tried it all: Tylenol, Ibuprofen, hot packs, exercising, wishing for a quick and painless death. Then, I discovered relief in a common grocery-store tea.
Claire Swinarski
May 24, 2016
The Lessons Apartment Therapy Editors Wish They’d Known Earlier
(Image credit: Cathy Pyle) From Apartment Therapy → The One Thing About Making a Home We Wished We Learned Sooner
The Kitchn
May 24, 2016
This One-Pan Lemon-Parmesan Chicken Is a True Dinner Hero
One-pan meals are the true heroes of weeknight dinners, and this lemon-Parmesan chicken with asparagus is no exception. With just a little bit of prep and about 20 minutes in the oven, this bright, flavorful dish can be yours tonight. The key to everything cooking evenly when making a one-pan meal is staggering your ingredients.
Lauren Kodiak
May 24, 2016
Bake Your Best Cake With These 7 Tips
Apartment Therapy
May 24, 2016
Justin’s Nut Butters Now Owned by the Same Company as SPAM
In the summer of 2004, Justin’s made its humble public debut at a Colorado farmers market. Today you can find Justin’s products in 40 percent of all grocery stores nationwide. Not surprisingly, the company’s strong growth and dedicated following captured the attention of industry giants, which led to their recent acquisition by Hormel. That’s right – Justin’s and SPAM are now owned by the same company.
Kaitlin Flannery
May 23, 2016
13 Totally One-of-a-Kind Kitchens
(Image credit: The Kitchn) From Apartment Therapy → One of a Kind Design: 13 Kitchens with Totally Unique Style
The Kitchn
May 23, 2016
Incorporating Family Recipes In Your Wedding Menu
Apartment Therapy
May 23, 2016
Style Wars: East Coast vs. West Coast Edition
(Image credit: Sarita Relis Photography) From Apartment Therapy → Tune Your Regional Style Radar: East Coast vs. West Coast
The Kitchn
May 22, 2016
We’re Hiring: Food Stylist, The Kitchn
TheKitchn.com is actively looking for a Food Stylist. Please click through for details! The Kitchn is the top independent online food publication, with over 23 million monthly readers. The Food Stylist position will report to the Art Director, work extensively with the Food Editor and will assist in the aesthetic growth and development of the brand. Responsibilities Qualifications How to Applyhr@apartmenttherapy.
Vanessa Warlow
May 22, 2016
The Maxwell Sofa Is Here! Learn All About the Design Process.
(Image credit: The Kitchn) From Apartment Therapy → Here’s the Recipe for the Perfect Sofa: Introducing The Maxwell
The Kitchn
May 21, 2016
Check Out Maxwell’s New Sofa Collaboration with Interior Define
(Image credit: Maxwell Ryan) Today is the official launch day for Maxwell’s new collaboration with Interior Define. It’s a hot new sofa collection that’s comfy, fresh, and more traditional than angular modern. From Apartment Therapy → Finally, See Maxwell’s New Sofa Totally Unboxed
The Kitchn
May 20, 2016
7 Essential Tools for Making Any Cake Like a Pro
Just as important as knowing how to make a great cake is having the right tools for the job and knowing how to use them. No matter what kind of cake you plan to bake, these seven tools (many of which you probably already have) will set you up for sweet success. The easiest way to mix up cake batter is with a stand mixer, but that’s not the only way. A hand mixer proves an easy substitute for mixing up cake batter with excellent results.
Kelli Foster
May 20, 2016
Essential Tips for Storing Tea
Apartment Therapy
May 20, 2016
Traveling with Tea: 5 Places I Learned to Love Through Their Tea
I began my tea-drinking habit early. At age 10, it was a handy excuse to linger at the dinner table and listen in on adult conversations. I drank Red Rose tea with milk and as much sugar as I could manage to toss in without my mom noticing. As I’ve gotten older, tea has continued to be a reason to idle; I’ve visited more than 70 countries, and I’m sure I’ve had a cup of tea in every one.
Michele Sponagle
May 20, 2016
This Edible Beer Packaging Could Help Save Marine Life
I remember watching a VHS tape about ocean conservancy in elementary school. The shades were drawn, the lights were dimmed, and my tiny little brain was assaulted with images of helpless sea creatures in various states of pollution-induced despair. The stand-out culprit? Plastic six-pack holders. We were taught to clip the rings before tossing the evil devices into the trash, and then to pat ourselves on the back for doing our part to save the oceans.
Kaitlin Flannery
May 20, 2016