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In an effort to right all these wrongs, we spoke with David Rosenthal, white winemaker for Chateau Ste. Michelle. He debunks the top five myths and misconceptions about Riesling for us—and sheds light on why you should start sipping some right now. Myth: Riesling is for novice drinkers. Truth: Riesling is a very approachable wine for new wine drinkers because of its fresh, crisp profile. However, Riesling is also a darling of the sommelier and wine collector community because of its versatility, friendliness with food, and its ability to age....

But preparing a bowl of nourishing oatmeal for breakfast can take some effort. So with the rise of instant oatmeal cups, we simply had to put them to the test. Oatmeal cups are super convenient: They stash well in the pantry for mornings on the go, in the car, or even at your desk, and they’re portable, too. The best part is that there is no microwave needed. Just hot water and a couple of minutes can make a great travel meal....

A major problem with light colors is that they have a tendency to scuff. If you have children, pets, or a lot of people coming in and out of your home, the wall paint can end up being difficult to maintain. To clean them, without resorting to a fresh coat of paint, follow our guide to cleaning every type of wall. Kicking off a shoe, moving a piece of furniture, or even trying to install a floating shelf or art can also lead to an easily damaged or dirty-looking wall....

To boil down the nutrition facts on sushi—and whether or not it should be our go-to healthy date night dinner dish—we spoke with Rebekah Blakely, RDN, nutrition expert for The Vitamin Shoppe. Unsurprisingly, the answer isn’t quite black and white. Is Sushi Healthy? In short: Sushi can be good for you in moderation. Studies have shown that those who adhere to Japanese food guidelines have a 15% lower mortality rate....

The 2022 Houzz Kitchen Trends Report pulls data from over 2,000 Houzz users who have completed a kitchen reno in the past 12 months or plan to start one in the next three months. Among the results in the 2022 report is this interesting nugget: One in five homeowners report to their kitchen island for work. So it’s no surprise that kitchen renovators are incorporating and/or upgrading a cool kitchen island....

KJ has a B.A. from Michigan State University featuring cognates of sociology, psychology, and rel. studies.Other types of KJ’s work can be found on sites like Oh My Veggies, Ancient Origins, Trivago, Kaplan, and Outward On, as well as blog posts created via Finfrock Marketing.KJ has several years of professional experience in the mental health and educational fields as well. My favorite purchase in recent years has been my Instant Pot....

Varieties “I consider Lambrusco the mysterious cousin to classic white sparkling wines, like Prosecco,” says Christopher Hoel, the founder of Harper’s Club and expert wine curator for Wine Insiders and Martha Stewart Wine Co. “You can find Lambrusco varieties with a range of sweetness, but I like to keep it dry.” Also, he notes that Lambruscos are meant to be consumed young, so pay close attention to the year on your bottle to ensure freshness....

As a result, I began to search for options to buy them a new couch. A stylish, comfortable, and good-size couch was on my list of must-haves when it came to shopping for a new model. A representative from Lovesac contacted me to ask if I would be willing to test their sofa, piquing my interest because Lovesac couches can be customized in both size and material. With its uber-functionality and ease of assembly, this sofa met all the criteria on my list....

For the fourth installment of our “Taxes in Ten” series, we talked with Gretchen (not her real name), who hit a bump in the road when she filed separately from her husband at the time and continued contributing to a Roth IRA. Gretchen and her now ex-husband decided to file separately because he was enrolled in a loan forgiveness program that had an income-based repayment plan. If they had filed jointly, both of their incomes would have been taken into consideration when calculating the monthly payment for that plan....

If the word “resolution” sounds intimidating, think of it as an intention instead, suggests Brittany Castro, a certified financial planner at Mint. “With intentions, the idea is to be clear about your vision and what you want for yourself in the new year in all areas of your life,” says Castro. “It becomes more about creating lifestyle changes versus feeling pressure to be perfect and restricting yourself to achieve your resolutions....

The Bravado Designs Everyday Muse Wireless Contour Bra is wire-free and designed for you to comfortably wear every day. The goal of the bra is to provide a “sleek silhouette,” according to the brand, and that’s accomplished thanks to its low-cut neckline, sewn in cups, and adjustable straps. Plus, the seamless bra is made from 92 percent nylon and 8 percent spandex, so it can easily conform to your shape and move with you throughout the day....

Some Background on Purple: Since launching in 2015,Purple has continually gained recognition for its luxury designs—the brand’sunique patented GelFlex Grid technology is what sets it apart from other options on the market. Made of a hyper-elastic material, the grid adapts with your movements and flexes under pressure points, springing back into place as you adjust during sleep. The distinctive composition is a perfect match for hot sleepers since it contains over 1,400 ventilation chambers for guaranteed airflow during the night....

Bonsai gardening originated in China more than 2,000 years ago before becoming popular in Japan. The art form reflects contemplative ideas of nature, elements, and change, uniquely expressed on a small scale. With regular care and attention, many prized specimens grow so old that they’re handed down from one generation to the next. You can create your own bonsai from young nursery plants or volunteer seedlings you find in the garden, like from a maple tree that drops a ton of its little helicopters everywhere....

Pantone describes Illuminating as a “bright and cheerful yellow sparkling with vivacity, a warming yellow shade imbued with solar power.” This optimistic hue is paired with Ultimate Gray, a color that is “emblematic of solid and dependable elements which are everlasting and provide a firm foundation.” Ultimate Gray is inspired by natural elements, like pebbles on a beach, that have a weathered appearance but prove they can stand the test of time....

For those on the search for new sheets that will not only feel super comfortable but look great at the same time, then Parachute’s biannual sitewide sale should not be missed this Memorial Day weekend. Real Simple’s shopping editors and writers (including myself) have consistently raved about this style-forward home decor and bedding brand for its game-changing percale sheets, its sateen sheets that satisfy self-proclaimed “sheet snobs,” its bath towels that will make you look forward to actually getting out of the shower, its linen sleep dress that you’ll want to wear all summer, and even its ultra-stylish tableware....

More specifically, the grocery delivery platform recently shared a list of the most uniquely popular pies in each state. The intel was compiled using purchase data between February 2021 and January 2022 to determine which pie in each state had the highest share over the national average, and the results were somewhat surprising. For example, while seasonal favorites like apple pie and pecan pie made the cut, they didn’t manage to take top honors in the highest number of states across the country....

Remodel vs. Renovation No matter which term you use, there’s a good chance whoever you’re talking to knows what you’re referring to, but have you ever stopped and wondered if you’re using the correct word? Or if the contractors, designers, paint pros, and other experts you’re working with think you’re unfamiliar with the process because you’re using the wrong word? Is there a difference between a remodel and a renovation? Well, it depends on who you ask....

Merit Beauty continually stands out as a clean and carefully curated brand, so when I heard it was launching a Bronze Balm last month, I knew I needed to try it. The already internet-beloved bronzer crayon comes in five shades for fair to deep skin tones; I received a sample of Merit Beauty’s Bronze Balm in clay (an ecru-bisque shade) to test. To buy: $30; meritbeauty.com. As soon as I applied the vegan Bronze Balm, I noticed how creamy it felt against my skin due to the moisture-locking vitamin E and fatty acids—it was also formulated without acne-triggering ingredients....

I have acne-prone, oily combination skin, which means my T-zone is oily, while the lower half of my face is very dry (dare I say, even flaky). Oil-infused formulas may seem redundant and frowned upon for oily skin types, but the opposite is true. “Oil is attracted to oil so it can balance the skin and work as a moisturizer,” explained esthetician Taylor Worden to Real Simple. Makeup is also removed more swiftly with oil-based products....

I learned about the benefits of light therapy as I tried to find ways to combat my funky moods. “Whole spectrum light has been used to relieve seasonal depression and increasingly is being used to help non-seasonal depression,” psychiatrist Nigel Lester, M.D., explained to Real Simple. I received the Verilux HappyLight Luxe a couple of years ago as a Christmas gift from a friend who knew I had been eyeing it for months, and it’s helped to brighten up my mornings....