#winter

#winter

The last time I went to Quebec City, my family came back with a Malamute puppy, a sled-dog reject who to this day remains the best souvenir from a trip, full stop.

Doing something real that needs doing can make us feel less powerless and help address anxiety.

Piri-piri sauce hails from African nations and is the perfect spicy addition to soups, enhancing flavor without having to prepare from scratch.

A tiny, calm haven in the middle of a loud, crowded city is the essence of personal space that fosters peace and creativity.

Grand Army in Boreum Hill is exactly the type of spot to change that. With its six-month rotating cocktail theme, seafood and small plates can make for a cozy bar.

In the town of Shirakawa, Gifu prefecture, 129 cm of snowfall in just 48 hours broke records, while Joetsu and Hokkaido also reported significant snow depth.

"If you're like me and your boots always end up damp or freezing after being outside, try this: Stuff your boots with crumpled newspaper or paper towels when you come inside."

My winter programming includes cozy British mysteries and Nordic Noir. If you are going to sink into winter, here is your inspiration.

"An additional useful strategy can be to use an evaporative humidifier, at least for the sleeping environment," he shares.

In my dream world, we would fast-forward through winter and sunny spring weather would greet us as soon as the calendar hits January 1. I like to think of myself as a patient person, but I don't want to wait months to see blooming flowers in Central Park, to wear a miniskirt without freezing, or for it to finally be warm enough to order iced bevies without getting weird looks from strangers.

"The winter holidays can be joyous, exuberant, warming. But if the season's relentless jubilance has left you a little raw and crabby, allow me to offer a short playlist of songs that forego the mandatory cheer in favor of a darker, moodier vibe."

"The JUSTLET Heated Mattress Pad features nine heat settings, allowing users to find their perfect warmth and includes dual-zone control for shared beds, ensuring comfort for both sleepers."