Does Salami Go Bad? Shelf Life for Dry, Cooked, and Sliced
You pull a whole dry salami out of the back of the pantry. It has been there for a few weeks and the outside is covered in white powder. In…
Does Salami Need to Be Refrigerated?
You bought a whole Genoa salami from the unrefrigerated section of a specialty store and now you are not sure whether it goes in the pantry or the fridge. On…
Smart Money Habits That Make Everyday Living Easier in 2026
Managing money looks very different today than it did just a few years ago. Most people no longer want complicated budgeting systems or endless spreadsheets. Instead, they’re looking for simple…
How to Reduce PMS Symptoms Naturally (From Bloating to Mood Swings)
We may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article. Let’s talk about premenstrual syndrome, better known as PMS. If you’ve ever…
Best Water Bottles for Athletes: Skip the Cheap Ones
A cheap water bottle looks like a $5 problem and turns into a $50 one. The bottle you grabbed at the airport or pulled off an Amazon bestseller list rarely…
Does Deli Turkey Need to Be Refrigerated?
You left the deli turkey on the counter while you made lunch, and now it has been sitting out for a couple of hours. Or you bought a package and…
The First Moment My Children Said My Name
Hallie Bateman is a writer, illustrator and twin mom based in Cincinnati, Ohio. She’s the author of four books, including the bestselling What To Do When I’m Gone. Her Substack,…
The Spring Pasta Recipes We Make on Repeat (And Why We Can’t Stop)
pring has a way of making you want to cook again. The farmer’s market is suddenly worth the trip, the produce drawer is full of things that are actually exciting,…
Does Deli Turkey Go Bad? Shelf Life and Spoilage Signs
You bought a pound of sliced turkey at the deli counter on Monday. It is now Friday and there are a few slices left. The package smells fine, the color…
Have a Sweet Weekend. | Cup of Jo
What are you up to this weekend? Tonight I’m going to the new Greenpoint Comedy Club — will report back! — and tomorrow we have a close family friend’s bar mitzvah. Excited…









