Old skills, new life: Why sewing, gardening and canning are thriving again

In a world of disposable everything, fast fashion and throw-away convenience, vintage skills are making a comeback. New users are embracing practices such as sewing, gardening and canning, with new enthusiasm. People are not just turning to vintage skills for …

Canning makes a comeback: New interest in old-time food preservation

There’s been a recent noticeable resurgence in home canning, a method of preserving food that was once a staple in American households. This renewed interest is particularly strong among individuals who’ve never tried canning but like gaining self-sufficiency skills and …

Can-tastic equipment: Essential canning tools

Ready to get started canning? If you’re ready to preserve the bountiful flavors of the season, you need a few trusty tools by your side. Grab your apron and roll up your sleeves because we’re diving into the world of …

Water-bath canning without fear

Hot water bath canning is a popular method of preserving high-acid foods such as jams, jellies, pickles and tomatoes. You can fill your pantry with home-canned goods to feed your family all year ‘round with a bit of work and …

12 lemon juice substitutes to brighten your recipes

Lemons add a refreshing tang to everything from savory dishes to sweet treats. But what happens when you’re in the middle of making dinner or dessert and realize you’re out of lemons? There’s no reason to start panicking; you probably …

Crafting delicious 3-ingredient refrigerator jam

Have you ever craved sweet, fruity homemade jam but felt intimidated by the canning process? Fear not — 3-ingredient refrigerator jam is here to simplify your jam-making experience. Homemade jam is an incredible way to make the most of all …

Mandy Applegate | Travel Journalist and Co-Founder of Food Drink Life

I’m a UK-based travel journalist whose work reaches an American audience. As co-founder of Food Drink Life, my reporting publishes through its own direct feed onto the Associated Press wire, and feeds directly into BLOX Digital, the same networks hundreds …

Mental fitness is in: How to stay sharp in a distracted world

Are you struggling to stay focused in an age of pings, notifications and multitasking? The digital revolution has brought convenience but eroded our attention spans, leaving many struggling to stay sharp. Mental fitness is a trending fitness perspective that is …

Low-cost foods that pack value for every dollar

Ongoing inflation can pinch your budget, especially when it comes to groceries. But when you want to keep your meals healthy, flavorful and filling, these foods will help you stretch your dollar as far as possible while still making delicious …

Thanks to TikTok, homesteading is now more popular than ever

In recent years, interest in homesteading has been steadily rising, but nowhere is this trend more evident than on TikTok. Homesteading — a lifestyle centered on self-sufficiency and often involving gardening, raising animals and making homemade goods — has evolved …