That afternoon, a coordinator forWorld Central Kitchenasked if they could help prepare food. But to keep their operation going they faced a major challenge. Like everyone else in town, they needed water. Ruston Waldron, Molly Irani, Rob McNamara, John Honeycutt, and Clayton Weddell.Credit:Molly Milroy The infrastructure of the reservoir and the water system that feeds downtown is decimated. And not only is it decimated, the roads that access it are decimated....

Brie Williams Subrina and Greg Collier move as a unitalways have. They are companion plants thriving next to one another and seeding the next generation. (The restaurant closed during the pandemic and reopened in 2023 at The Vantage South End.) Credit:Brie Williams They also mentor young talent like Courtney Evans, the 22-year-old co-head chef who joined the opening team. “That connection was beyond words.” I almost have to look away from who I am to enjoy it....

For years, Axel Cahiz has tended to these tropical blooms at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. Read about his plans at this historic Florida property. But when Axel Cahiz is working, youre more likely to catch a note of something a bit grittier. Credit:Carmel Brantley Mr. Deering loved orchids; he wanted them attached to the trees by his house, says Cahiz. There was also an entire garden dedicated to thembut the original location proved to be a bust....

Texan Blake Kelley is someone to watch. Hes just getting started. Hallmark Media Hallmark Channel has long been our go-to for all things holiday. Credit:Hallmark Media But the folks at Hallmark are not resting on their laurels. They have been shaking things up and trying new ways to bring in that Christmas cheer. What IsFinding Mr. ChristmasAll About? Credit:Mike Coppola / Staff/Getty Images TheMean Girlsstar added, And the coolest part about it is that his movie airs the following week....

These Lone Star trailblazers are setting Texas barbecue on fire. Theyre making big things happen and being taken seriously. Theyre teaching others the secrets ofbarbecueand live-fire cooking online, on television and at in-person events too. Lockhart Upstart Pitmaster Chuck Charnichart opened her Barbs-B-Q restaurant in May.Credit:Robbie Caponetto A lot of women in the industry are also married to the pitmaster, she explains. That always throws people off. Defying expectations is nothing new for Lewis, though....

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Here’s the key to a little extra pizazz in all your chocolate-covered desserts. From holidays to heartbreaks, chocolate has always been there for us. Easy enough, but it does require a little more than just melting chocolate. Credit: Micah A. Leal Coconut oil is the trick to getting a hard, shiny shell. What to Use Chocolate Coating On Everything is better with a chocolate coating. Cover them in chocolate. A scoop of ice cream?...

These treats combine the best of two favorite recipes: buttery shortbread cookies and crisp sugar cookies. But they also have the sweetness and lightly browned bottoms beloved insugar cookies. Every bite is satisfying and unique. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Ingredients 1cup(8 oz. )unsalted butter, softened 1/2cup(about 1 5/8 oz. )all-purpose flour 1/2tsp.kosher salt Cooking spray Directions Gather all ingredients. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Preheat oven to 350F with racks in upper and lower third positions....

Don’t let dinner be boring. Make melt-in-your-mouth chicken tonight. Instead of marinating chicken breasts, we slather them with a mayonnaise mixture filled with seasonings and Parmesan cheese. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Ingredients Cooking spray 3(8 oz. Spray 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Prepare chicken breasts: Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise and transfer them to the baking dish. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Remove from oven and garnish with parsley....

There are roasted potatoes, and then there are melting potatoes. when you’ve got these, you’ll never do a basic roast again. They are first roasted until golden, and then roasted further in a mixture of chicken stock and butter. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Recipe Tips For Melting Potatoes Ingredients 5Tbsp. (2 1/2 oz. )unsalted butter, divided 4medium(5 oz. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley...

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These smoked ribs are surprisingly easy to make, even for a first-timer. These smoked Memphis-style baby backribsare surprisingly easy to make, even for a first-timer, and outrageously good. A dry rub for thesebaby back ribsforms a delicious crust around the meat, making them savory and tender. Credit:Hector Manuel Sanchez; Prop Styling: MindI Shapiro Levine; Food Styling: Torie Cox If you haven’t tried this style of barbecue before, you’re in for a treat....

Shaun Brennan lives by a two-pronged approach of staying healthy and saving lives." American Red Cross When it comes to helping neighbors in need, few folks can compete with Southerners. Brennan, an Army Veteran who works in healthcare, is one of the greatest examples of this sentiment. Shaun Brennan (center) received the Presidential Award for Excellence: Biomedical Services from the American Red Cross. He is pictured with Chris Hrouda (left), President of Biomedical Services, and Gail McGovern (right), President & CEO....