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Texas is such a large state that there are morehidden gemsthan we could possibly cover in one place. A favorite way to spend an afternoon is taking yourself on your own gallery hop. Locals recommend stopping into Ballroom Marfa to check out the latest exhibition. Credit:Shannon Lafayette Photography This small gallery showcases contemporary creations from artists working in a variety of media. Get snacks and discuss what you saw afterwards across the street at another local favorite:Para Llevar Bodega....

Dig into a few of these decadent sweet treats. It’s also a great time for bringing new sweet recipes to the table. This roundup of fall chocolate desserts is festive and fun for any party or dinner you might be hosting. Credit: Photographer: James Ransom; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn The decadent chocolate sauce puddles at the bottom of the cake, making every spoonful heavenly. Topped withcaramel sauceand a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this is a dessert that won’t disappoint....

Given the scale, not getting it right might just throw the whole room off. In the Zone A 30-by-20-foot living room like this needs a little bit of separation. Either way, it gives it a one-of-a-kind foundation. Credit:Laurey W. Glenn In addition to making the space look wider, this rug manages to make the space feel incredibly dynamic. However your style may change later, a light colored neutral like this should always match....

Make them ahead and impress Mom this year. Show Mom she taught you something right with a deceivingly easy quiche or frittata that’s sure to wow. you’re free to make them with almost anythingsausage, potatoes, vegetables, and cheese. Credit:Greg Dupree, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen You’ll see our favorite frittata and quiche recipes are packed with an assortment of flavor combinations. But the best part? Heavy cream gives the eggs a silky texture....

Consider your fireplace a blank canvas with unexpected painting potential. “You don’t have to keep the brick bare!” says interior designer Grey Joyner ofGrey Joyner Interiorsin Wilson, North Carolina. Credit: Alexandra Rowley; Styling: Olga Naiman Adda little paint, and brick fireplaces can reach their full potential. To brighten up your home, opt for a soft white that will instantly open up the space. Or, up the cozy factor bypainting your brickfireplace a moody black or charcoal gray....

These crackers are the unsung hero of Southern casseroles. Southerners know that you could’t go wrong by finishing acozy casserolewith a Ritz cracker topping. They just might convince you to keep a box on hand in your pantry at all times. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox A whole sleeve makes up the topping and adds a little bit of crunch to each bite. A Ritz cracker serves as the base for slices of hard-cooked egg and a mayonnaise mixture....

These tarts are filled with plump fruits, creamy custards, and savory bites. A well-made tart is quite the treat. We also sprinkled in a few savory tart options for appetizers at your next holiday party orsummer celebration. Credit: Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Emily Neighbors Hall Prop Stylist: Audrey Davis For more traditional tart recipes, you’ll love our mouthwatering Mini Chocolate Chess Tarts and the Strawberry Tart. However you plan to enjoy them, these tarts will become your new go-to recipes....

If you’re serving a smaller group, consider a turkey breast recipe. Planning to make two birds because your holiday guest list is so big? Why not make a deep-fried turkey and a butter-basted turkey? Credit:ANTONIS ACHILLEOS; PROP STYLING: AUDREY DAVIS; FOOD STYLING: EMILY NABORS HALL All the different styles, rubs, brines, andcooking techniquesmean there’s a turkey recipe for everyone. Find the best Thanksgiving turkey recipe for your gathering, and you’ll be making it year after year....

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Explore Southwest Louisianayou’ll be glad you did. Don’t miss Lake Charles, a place with much to entertain you on aweekend trip. Credit:DenisTangneyJr/Getty Images Golf pristine links or sip local brews. Take an eco-tour or lounge along a lakeside beachyou’ll find some surprises among the expected fare here. Come for Mardi Gras or for the iconic Louisiana Pirate Festival in May....

Because flowers are always a good idea Valentine’s Day and flowers are a tale as old as time. They can be as simple as buying your valentine’s favorite flowers and arranging them in a beautiful vase. Check out our ideas to arrange a beautiful bouquet for your valentine. Credit:Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Carolyn Chen Next, choose a flower, or a filler, that has height and structure to it. Show your partner how you truly feel about them with this simple and elegant bouquet....

Window seats are an understated architectural element that can make a big impact in your home. Some window seats are even built into a protruded window so it completely maximizes the space. Not only do they create seating, but they can also stylishly add space for extra storage. Credit:Laurey W. Glenn; Stylist: Matthew Gleason Window seats are customizable and can enhance your personal style. Check out these window seat ideas to inspire your next home project....

Lets get groovy with feathered hair that you’re able to still pull off. you could’t think about the 1970s without conjuring up a distinct memory of a certainiconic hair moment. Without it, the 1970s would be just a blur of disco and bell bottoms. Credit:ABC Photo Archives/Getty Images Both interpretations give any look a flattering lift, but in ways that feel fitting for the times. Without further adieu, these retro-inspired hairstyles show how to style feathered hair in today’s times....

Plus the one 90s hallmark were not ready to revisit anytime soon. Warm wood tones were the hero, with pops of green and nature-inspired fabrics like floral and stripe prints. Maybe the key lies in bringing back some of the 90sbest kitchen design trends. Credit:Getty Images But as for that orange-toned wood, Thurman says its best to let that sleeping dog lie. Mercy, that wood tone was so awful! Laura Thurman is the owner and principal designer of Thurman Design Studio in Nashville, Tennessee....