Christie Rotondo

3 weeks ago | thecut.com | Christie Rotondo

Photo-Illustration: Kelly Millington I am ashamed to admit it, but I am a chronic overpacker. When I traveled for a month in Paris, my checked bag was an embarrassing 80 pounds. During a three-night trip at a beach resort, I found I didn’t wear those new heeled sandals I had to buy before the trip and I didn’t need two handbag options. As a travel journalist who usually finds herself in an airport at least once a quarter, this feels like a moral failing, rather than a cute quirk.

1 month ago | eatingwell.com | Christie Rotondo

Our kitchens are stocked with appliances that make preparing a meal easier, from quick-cooking pressure cookers to smart mini ovens that you can set via Wi-Fi. While many home cooks prefer to keep their counters as clear as possible, there are some appliances we use every day and prefer to keep on the counter.

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Christie Rotondo

Key PointsYou should always unplug small kitchen appliances when not in use to avoid risk of fires. Appliances with heating elements, like coffee makers, pose the greatest risk if left plugged in. Appliances with smart features draw electricity when not in use, so unplugging them can help reduce your electric bill.

1 month ago | eatingwell.com | Christie Rotondo

Raspberry season is about to begin, and while you can typically find fresh raspberries in your local grocery store year-round, the fruit's juicy sweetness truly shines from June to September, when it doesn't need to travel as far to make it to your kitchen. When you finally get your hands on fresh, in-season raspberries, you'll want to store them correctly. After all, even when stored right, raspberries are delicate and will typically last just two days before they are past their peak.

1 month ago | eatingwell.com | Christie Rotondo

In search of an ingredient that's long-lasting and inexpensive but also a good source of protein and nutrient-rich? Look no further than the humble can of tuna. Few other pantry staples can become lunch, dinner, a snack, salad or a sauce with the addition of just one or two ingredients, which is why tuna is beloved by not only home cooks but chefs as well. Of course, chefs are likely to be a bit more particular about what brands they stock their pantries with.