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Jennifer Allen

Savannah in 48 hours: An itinerary that balances the Historic District and the coast

Savannah concentrates history, architecture and Southern food into a compact coastal city where a two-day visit can cover its defining experiences without long distances or complex planning. Explore shaded public squares, preserved streets and a riverfront that has shifted from industry to tourism. This post may contain affiliate links

What to cook when you’re in the middle of a house move

Moving homes is chaotic and exhausting, leaving little time for proper meals, yet you still need to eat. Knowing what to cook when you’re in the middle of a house move can save energy and reduce stress, so focus on quick, flexible and low-on-cleanup meals using simple

National Beer Day highlights shifting tastes toward lighter spring styles

National Beer Day arrives as drinkers begin to change what ends up in the glass for spring. Winter’s heavier pours give way to lagers, pilsners and wheat beers made for patio lunches, cookouts and longer afternoons outside. By the time April settles in, lighter styles already take up more

Rosé season starts earlier as spring dining moves outdoors

Rosé season starts earlier as spring dining moves outdoors, and restaurants across the country bring chilled pink wine onto patios, rooftops and sidewalk tables well before summer settles in. Once guests move back outside for lunch, brunch and early dinner, rosé fits the kind of lighter service that comes with

Carbonara purists push back as shortcuts take over National Carbonara Day

National Carbonara Day on April 6 draws scrutiny to the tension among traditionalists and shortcut users, as modified versions bring in cream, garlic and packaged sauces that stray from the traditional method. The pushback points to a change in home cooking, where cooks adjust classic recipes for convenience and accessibility,

Easter brunch shifts toward make-ahead dishes and low-stress hosting

Easter brunch gets a head start this year as hosts work ahead of the clock. Consumers planned to spend $23.6 billion on Easter in 2025, with food ranked as the second most popular purchase at 89%, keeping meals at the center of the celebration. As schedules tighten and gatherings

Passover arrives with a fresh take on spring produce and modern seder menus

Passover arrives with a burst of spring color, and seder tables are picking up the change. The Jewish holiday centers on the Seder, a structured meal that retells the Exodus story through specific foods and traditions that guide the menu. Within those dietary guidelines, menus bring in greens, fresh herbs