Five Fun Things | Cup of Jo

How great is Amy Poehler’s podcast Good Hang? Her recent interviews with Mindy Kaling and Matt Damon brought out so many behind-the-scenes gems. Remember this chilling scene in The Talented…

9 Summer Eating Habits You’re Missing to Stay Fueled and Energized

Here’s a scene that plays out in nearly every client call I take from June to September: A woman tells me she’s inexplicably exhausted and short-fused—even though she’s sleeping well…

What Can I Use Instead of Breadcrumbs? 9 Best Substitutes

You are mid-recipe and the breadcrumbs are gone. Or you are cooking gluten-free and the standard option is off the table. Or you are on a low-carb diet and need…

Do Pork Rinds Go Bad? Everything You Need To Know

Pork rinds occupy an unusual position in the snack food world. They are made from animal protein, which normally means a short shelf life. But the way they are processed,…

What Are Your Top Ways to Eat Potatoes?

When I wrote a post about first-date conversation starters, a reader named Ann left the funniest comment… “So, my first-date question is the same question I use at parties or…

Why Is It Bad to Reheat Food Twice? The Science Explained

You have probably heard the rule: do not reheat food twice. Most people follow it without knowing why, or assume it has something to do with bacteria dying and coming…

12 Readers Share Their Joyful Moments

Every now and then, we all need a boost. Life is beautiful — but it’s also hard! Over the years, I’ve learned that looking out for glimmers, large and small,…

How to Get Sweat Stains Out of White Shirts. 4 Methods That Work

The shirt came back from a wedding in June and went straight into the closet. I did not look at it closely until October, when I pulled it out for…

The Vacation Dress I Can’t Stop Thinking About

Do you ever pack a pretty dress for a trip? Sometimes I’ll just throw a bunch of everyday clothes into a suitcase. But when Alison returned from a family trip…

Shishito Peppers with Romesco Are the Best Summer Appetizer

Last weekend I grabbed a giant bag of shishito peppers at the farmers market—no plan or recipe in mind, just a “these look so good I must buy all of…