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Why Homemade Peruvian Ceviche Is the Perfect Taste of Summer

Peru has become a foodie destination in recent years, but the country's signature ceviche has a history dating back 2,000 years. Even if you can't travel to experience it in Peru, it's surprisingly easy to make at home.

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The First 5 Recipes to Cook From "Tasting Rome"

Tasting Rome dives into the streets and eats of one of Italy’s most famous cities. Doubling as a guidebook and a cookbook, the cookbook teaches us everything we need to know about Rome and its fascinating food scene.

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Hydrow Lets You Row Your Way Around the World (Sort Of)

You've likely seen the Hydrow smart rowing machine's commercials, but does it live up to the hype? We weigh in on the rower's pros and cons after six months of near-daily use.

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Have a Tapas Night at Home With These Three Easy Spanish Dishes

From a sizzling hot paella to a table filled with tapas, the food of España is an experience that is meant to be shared. And while traveling to Spain may not be on the proverbial plate at this very moment, there’s no reason its food shouldn’t be.

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The Story Behind Pavlova, And How To Make It

Travel to Australia or New Zealand, and you can be sure that at least once during your trip you’ll come across the delicious dessert known as pavlova. But which of these two countries can call it their own? Here’s the story behind pavlova, and how to make it at home.

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How To Enjoy Matcha Tea, Japan's Healthiest Export

For centuries, matcha has held a place of significance in Japanese culture by way of meticulously choreographed tea ceremonies. But with the right equipment, whisking together matcha can be a piece of cake.

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The Best Coronavirus-Inspired Street Art From Around the World

In recent weeks, some prominent street artists have found inspiration to portray the coronavirus in thought-provoking, educational and comical ways, while in many cases celebrating and honoring the healthcare workers that keep us safe.

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The First 5 Recipes to Cook from Rick Bayless' Mexico: One Plate At A Time

Rick Bayless's Mexico: One Plate at a Time is a defining cookbook for authentic (not Tex-Mex) Mexican cuisine, and these five recipes will give you a great taste of what to expect.

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3 Ways to Celebrate Your Personal Travel History...And Inspire Future Journeys

Most of us don’t have a single, physical manifestation of our travels in our homes.

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How To Make Yassa Poulet, Senegal's Signature Shareable

Eating in the West African country of Senegal is a communal affair, and yassa poulet is a favorite dish.

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Introduce Your Child To the World With These Home School "Field Trips"

If you want to keep your child engaged and connected to the world during home schooling, these virtual experiences can connect them with cultural experiences, art classes, and more.

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How You Can Still Take Your Kids on That Camping Trip

Many family camping trips are canceled for the time being, but there are still ways to take your kid on that camping excursion by crafting the perfect adventure indoors, or in your yard.

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How To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo At Home

Though the event is marked south of the border, particularly in Puebla, it remains a much bigger deal in the US. If you’re keen to keep up the tradition, here’s how to celebrate Cinco de Mayo at home.

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Take a Virtual Safari With These Wildlife Webcams

Even if you can't take a real African Safari right now, you can catch a glimpse of rare and endangered wildlife from home with these live webcams from throughout the continent.

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Reconnect With Friends and Family Around a Homemade Paella

The next time you want to have a pizza night with friends or family at home, consider making it a paella night instead.

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9 Countries With Surprisingly Rich Wine Traditions

Some countries, like France, Argentina, and Spain, are synonymous with wine. But you can find vineyards in nearly every country, so try one of these bottles from unexpected places.

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The First 5 Recipes to Cook from Erin French's "The Lost Kitchen" Cookbook

Erin French's "The Lost Kitchen" is a year-round guide the culinary delights of Maine, and once you get the cookbook, these are the first five recipes you should make to transport yourself to New England.

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7 Worldwide Tea Traditions That You Can Do at Home

While global tea traditions may vary greatly, the act of making tea is universal. Whether you’re a teatime rookie or brew loose leaf every day in your favorite tea maker, here are seven worldwide tea traditions, most of which you can easily try at home.

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How to Make Thai Green Curry At Home

Green curry is a Thai staple; if you’ve ever visited this South East Asian country, you’ve most likely enjoyed the dish locals call kaeng khiao wan (also written as gaeng keow wahn). If you’re looking to spice up your lockdown experience, here’s how to make Thai green curry at home.

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6 Ways to Master a New Language From Home

For many, all this time spent at home has been the perfect opportunity to indulge a long-neglected hobby, or develop a new skill. If you fancy chatting to the locals the next time you’re able to travel abroad, these tips for learning a new language should come in handy.

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Enhance Your Virtual Happy Hours With Cocktails From Around the World

Even if your happy hours are currently limited to Zoom get-togethers, you can still recapture some of the joys of traveling by mixing some iconic cocktails from around the world.

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50 Zoom Backgrounds From 50 States

Want to represent your home state during your next Zoom meeting or virtual happy hour? We've rounded up 50 beautiful photos from all 50 states in the U.S., and we even cropped and resized them for you so they'll look as good as possible on your calls.

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What You Need to Make Sushi at Home

It may sound intimidating, but making sushi on your own is highly achievable, not to mention fun. With the right equipment and a few tips and tricks, the process will feel like a breeze.

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Ticket To Ride Is a Board Game and Geography Lesson In One

The Ticket To Ride series of board games aren't just fun; they can also teach you a lot about geography and history while you play.

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On the Care and Keeping of a Bonsai Tree

The art of bonsai originated in China, was adapted by Japan, and is now a popular hobby all around the world. Here's how to get started with your very own tree.

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