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2 days ago | 
yahoo.com | Dhruv Trivedi
Mashed potatoes are rarely the centerpiece of a meal, and while they are a crowd-pleasing side dish, getting them to that silky-smooth consistency can be quite a task. Sure, there are lots of tricks to make your mashed potatoes taste better, from using the right potatoes to browning the butter before mixing it in. However, it is often easier to simply use ready-made mashed potatoes and then upgrade them.
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2 days ago | 
yahoo.com | Dhruv Trivedi
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you brew coffee at home, chances are you've probably thrown away countless coffee bags. Ground and whole bean coffees generally come in sturdy bags designed to seal in flavor and aroma while keeping moisture out. Typically, these bags are made with layers of aluminum, paper, and various food-grade plastics to keep the elements out while still being aesthetically pleasing.
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2 days ago | 
islands.com | Dhruv Trivedi
Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas in the North Indian mountain state of Himachal Pradesh is Shimla, a town that became famous during India's colonial past as the British summer capital. While India's 'Venice Of The East,' Udaipur, is great for exploring palaces, lakes, and markets, Shimla is replete with colonial buildings from the British era.
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2 days ago | 
flipboard.com | Dhruv Trivedi
11 hours agoIndia: Slow-moving vehicle ran over young girl on bicycle, driver detained as child seriously injuredBareilly, India - June 01, 2025 A young girl riding a bicycle was seriously injured after being struck and run over by a car. The incident occurred in Rajendra Nagar, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, northern India, on June 1. Visuals from the scene show the child cycling along a narrow lane when a white car suddenly turned onto the street, hitting the girl.
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3 days ago | 
yahoo.com | Dhruv Trivedi
Despite the espresso martini's triumphant comeback, it has become a bit of a mainstay on most bar menus and doesn't evoke the same sense of occasion that it once did. Fans of espresso and brown liquor, however, have the perfect cocktail to spruce up their palates: The espresso old fashioned. Its combination of sweet, oaky bourbon notes and deep espresso flavor makes it both sophisticated and playful.
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4 days ago | 
yahoo.com | Dhruv Trivedi
Alfredo sauce is creamy, comforting, and decadent, but the flavor can get a little monotonous, especially when using the jarred variety. Even if you're whipping up a quick pasta dish, consider adding ingredients to improve store-bought Alfredo to elevate your meal in terms of flavor, texture, and nutrition. Nuts are one of the easiest add-ins to most pasta dishes, and this creamy sauce benefits immensely from them.
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6 days ago | 
yahoo.com | Dhruv Trivedi
There are a few ways to satisfy cinnamon roll cravings. You could plan ahead and buy a batch of fresh ones for when the mood strikes. Alternatively, keep a stash of canned ones and then use one of the many tricks to make canned cinnamon rolls taste like ones made from scratch. Or, actually make them from scratch, and if you are that motivated already, you might want to try elevating them by laminating the dough with butter and giving cinnamon rolls a croissant-like flakiness.
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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Dhruv Trivedi
Joanna Gaines' popular HGTV home makeover show "Fixer Upper" is great for picking up interior decoration ideas while watching the cutesy, conflicting tastes of the interior decorator and her husband, Chip Gaines. Fans of the show will know Joanna's love for tiles and how she weaves them into the airy, modern-rustic aesthetic she favors. Tiles are versatile, easy to maintain, and can be arranged to make an almost infinite number of patterns.
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1 week ago | 
islands.com | Dhruv Trivedi
Despite its luxurious resorts and dozens of iconic beaches, Maui is among Hawaii's cheapest islands to explore. Make your way to the southern part of Hawaii's second-largest island towards the mighty Haleakalā, and you will discover the lush region of Ulupalakua. Upcountry Maui, spread across the gentle slopes of the volcano's shadow, comprises farmlands, coffee and tea plantations, quaint towns, and elevated views of the southern coastline and surrounding islands.
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1 week ago | 
islands.com | Dhruv Trivedi
As a mountain state and a cradle of the gold and silver rush, Colorado has no dearth of interesting places to visit. Nature lovers, history buffs, and fans of craft beer regularly head to Colorado. If you happen to be all three, Colorado's less-touristy city of Fort Collins, is the place to visit. Of course, the state's impressive collection of 14ers (mountains with summits higher than 14,000 feet above sea level) make Colorado's high-altitude destinations iconic.
