And it only takes three days to complete! (Especially when wereproperly prepared.) Just ask our readers! Linn Cove Viaduct, Blue Ridge Parkway.Credit:PETER FRANK EDWARDS Where Is Blue Ridge Parkway? What Makes Blue Ridge Parkway So Beautiful? This isnt your average interstate highway. Blue Ridge Parkway is just one reason to visit North Carolina.Credit: Rob Travis Photography/Moment/Getty Images Along the way, youll be treated to all kinds of eye candy. The more you explore the parkway, the more beauty youll uncover....

In 2015, the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal attempted to confirm this origin story without success. While you may be tempted to simplify the method and skip the salted rim, we wouldn’t dare. It’s all part of this drink’s signature West Texas charm. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox Now, let’s stir up a Chilton andhead to the porch! What Is the Story of The Chilton? The bartender served up the first Chilton, named after its inventor....

This freshened-up take is a far cry from those long squared tips. It could be done elegantly, or slightly less so. It could be thickly painted on or thinly swept. Credit:Getty Images/Mixmike It could be long or short. And, it can definitely stir up mixed feelings. Thats right, were talking about the French manicure. Credit:Getty Images/seksan Mongkhonkhamsao The French manicure is a classic for a reason. Imagine thickly painted, bright-white, squared tips on top of a candy-pink base coat....

Enjoy this coconut-topped cake with a fresh cup of tea or coffee for a delectable treat. (Add toasted nuts on top, too, if you love crunch.) Louisiana crunch cake is the perfect addition at apotluckor any other kind of gathering. Credit:Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer Serve it with a cup of coffee or tea, or all by itself. Either way, everyone is sure to come asking for seconds. What Is a Louisiana Crunch Cake?...

I was always interested in old houses and preservation, Galloway says. After graduating college, an uninspiring job in healthcare left him searching for more. I reached out to him for six months, he says. Credit:John McManus Finally, he got back to me because I think he knew we were serious. They closed on the property in 2019 and began the arduous process of dismantling and reassembling the 326-year-old home. They also turned up an antique coin that dates to the 1740s....

Every proper Southern garden needs a beautiful bank of naturally shaped azaleas. Learn how and when to give yours a trim to make them look their best. Key Takeaways Each spring,azaleas light up our gardenswith a profusion of colorful blooms. Credit: Van Chaplin These classic mounding shrubs drift across the landscape like showy clouds. Once established, they need little care. Prune them correctly to keep their natural shape, and watch plants produce layers of beautiful bell-shaped flowers....

The only way grandma makes it! My grandmother made a German potato salad that was served warm and had bits ofdiced hamin it. Her children went bonkers for it. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox There are some who prefer a Dijon-based vinaigrette and round discs ofred potatoeswith the skin still on. Others love to throw in a generous handful of dill or a big heaping spoonful of relish. It seems to be quite the controversial, or at very least uncommon, addition....

Plus all of the everyday items you should never put in the dryer. Well, at least we thought. Getting Started Read the manual before getting started. Credit: Hero Images/Getty Images As with any home appliance, options can vary slightly by make and model. For dryers, it’s critical to learn the heat levels and timing options unique to your machine. Check the lint filter before starting a load. Loading the Dryer Shake out each piece before placing it in the dryer....

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Celebrate February 14th with our favorite quick-to-ship wreaths, garlands, towels, and more. Whether youre getting together with friends (includingthemed desserts! Credit:Amazon ), celebrating with loved ones (aromantic dinner for twoperhaps? Shop these Amazon home decor items that will have your home looking colorful and celebratory for Valentine’s Day. The burlap adds great texture and offers a less colorful option for neutral lovers....

About This Episode Grumpy addresses a readers problem with the purple shamrock. Plus the deer-resistant, Grumpy-approved plant of the week. Question Of The Week “The purple shamrock in my living room is very leggy and sparse. Could I cut back the stems?” -Cleveland Grumpy’s Answer Well, Cleveland, this is what’s going on. It’s called this because it has these really deep, almost blackish-purple leaves. But they’re very pretty and, also, this plant will bloom pretty flowers....

Learn the difference between these bathroom staples and which one is right for you. Most of us are closely acquainted with thestandard bath towel. They’re a fine choice for your post-shower needs, but they’re not your only option. Credit: Jamie Grill/Getty Images Enter: the bath sheet. What’s The Difference Between A Bath Sheet And Bath Towel? With these two bathroom staples, the difference comes down to size. Credit:Real Simple / Henry Wortock...

They may be from the same family, but just like siblings, there are a few distinctions. They appear to be similar; can you just substitute one for the other? All About Shallots Although in the same family, onions and shallots are not the same. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox While an onion grows individually, shallots, like garlic, grow in clusters on a plant. A shallot will also reveal cloves when peeled....

Coming face to face with either a crocodile oran alligatoris undoubtedly a frightening situation. Here’s how to know the difference between an alligator and a crocodile. Where Alligators Live Alligators are only found in parts of the United States and China. Credit: Elizabeth W. Kearley/Getty Images Once considered threatened, there are about 5 million alligators living in the U.S. now. Florida and Louisiana have the largest alligator populations, with each home to more than a million....