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American Wagyu Grilling Pack, $182, available at Snake River Farms 12. Gourmet Oil Dipping Spice Kit Maybe your loved one is ready to kick their cooking up a notch, or they’re a new apartment dweller who needs to start with the basics. They can spruce up their dishes with this set of 15 herbs and spices from around the world, all packaged in handy clear-topped metal tins. It comes with essentials such as basil, minced garlic, marjoram, and more along with international favorites including a za’atar blend and herbs de Provence. Everything’s packaged in a convenient storage case that includes international recipes that’ll transport their tastebuds to Italy, Spain, and Morocco. … [Read more...] about The Best Gift Sets for Foodies, Decor Lovers, and Particularly Picky People on Your List

The best gifts are something that a giftee wouldn’t normally treat themselves to but will use and love once received. Premium candles are one such gift. Most people don’t keep a stock of high-quality candles, but they’ll undoubtedly enjoy one as a gift. If you’re currently shopping for a certified candle-lover (or looking for a great house warming gift), we’re here to point you in the right direction. From our experience, the high-end french brand Diptyque makes the best candles to give as gifts. … [Read more...] about Here’s Why This French Candle Brand Is Our Editors’ Go-To for Gifting

The Regency Years feels like a romance novel re-telling of historical events—which is precisely why we highly recommend it. Author Robert Morrison argues here that it was actually the Regency that planted the seeds for the modern era, rather than all the credit the Victorians often get. Chapters span over a wide range of topics, covering economics, social reforms, the arts and entertainment, war, and more. You may know the key players of the era (the Shelleys, Byron, Austen, etc) but do you know all the others who were making history in the background? Morrison’s dynamic style, as well as quotes from letters and diaries, will teach you all about how this period shaped the world we know today. … [Read more...] about Read These ‘Bridgerton’ Books While Waiting for Season 2 to Stream on Netflix

Running up against an evil time remnant version of yourself is something no one should ever have to do, but that's exactly what faced Barry Allen (a.k.a. the Flash) as he fought to save the life of fiancée Iris West from the God of Speed known as Savitar. Barry's victory was short-lived, however, as an unbalanced Speed Force began to wreak havoc on Central City, forcing Barry to sacrifice himself for the greater good. With the Fastest Man Alive now trapped inside an extra-dimensional energy and unknown dangers lurking in the shadows, it will be up to Team Flash to free Barry from his own personal Hell. Join the cast and creators of The CW's highest-rated series and be among the first to find out where things will pick up when season 4 returns this fall. From Bonanza Productions Inc. in association with Berlanti Productions and Warner Bros. Television, The Flash season premiere airs Tuesday, October 10 at 8/7c on The CW. The Flash: The Complete Third Season is available now on … [Read more...] about Comic-Con 2017 Saturday Schedule Announced

Notably, Elliot came out as trans and nonbinary through an Instagram post, and expressed "overwhelming gratitude" for those who have supported him. He started the heart-warming post on Instagram saying, "I can't begin to express how remarkable it feels to finally love who I am enough to pursue my authentic self. I've been endlessly inspired by so many in the trans community." … [Read more...] about Elliot Page Files For Divorce From Wife Emma Portner A Month After Coming Out As Transgender