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The foods your dog can and cannot eat

Surprisingly Toxic Foods Dogs Can’t Have

If you have a dog, you may have found yourself wondering at some point, “can my dog eat that?”. Whether it’s scraps that fall on the floor as you cook or a special treat you want to give your furry friend, there are certain “people foods” that should be avoided at all cost. 

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6 foods that are custom to eat during Chinese New Year

6 Lucky Treats For Chinese New Year

For westerners, the new year begins on January 1st with champagne and the ball drop. However, this is not the case for many. This year Lunar new year, otherwise known as Chinese New Year, began on January 25th, making 2020 the year of the rat. With this new year, comes another set of traditions and customs complete with firecrackers and fireworks. 

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18 recipes for a delicious cup of hot chocolate

18 Ways To Upgrade Your Hot Chocolate This Winter

For those that love winter, hot chocolate is simply another added perk. Yet, for those of us who despise the winter, hot chocolate can be a method of coping. Curling up with a good movie and a cup of hot chocolate is one of the ways I survive even the most bitter parts of the winter.

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Healthy Food Subs (That You’ll Actually Enjoy)

Diets are not easy. This seems obvious, and yet too few people delve into the actual difficulty of eating healthy: what is it about our brains (or our society) that makes it so hard to stick to food that’s good for us and that won’t make us less healthy? One tricky part of dieting is giving up foods that we love, but replacing them with healthy options can make the process less arduous.

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The Surprising History Of Beer

Once upon a time, if you described “beer” as one of your hobbies or as a ‘lifestyle’, you would likely be termed an alcoholic. Yet nowadays, with craft beer festivals, tours, and even marathons abounding around the world, beer seems to be everywhere. That makes this the perfect time to learn all about its origins, don’t you think?

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a guide to cooking and organizing your kitchen

The Ultimate Kitchen Hack Guide

Everyone who cooks makes a mistake every now and then. There are so many food rules, some are commonly known and some of them are more obscure. Sometimes they mean the difference between a great meal and a burnt one. If you want to optimize your experience in the kitchen, here are a few tips and tricks you can learn to make sure you have a positive experience every time. 

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Shows the steps of pickling vegetables in jars

7 Steps For DIY Pickle Happiness

The process of pickling has been around for thousands of years, and it is believed to have originated in India. If you’ve ever been curious about the process of pickling vegetables, you’re not alone. Pickling is one of those ventures that seem daunting at first, but once you get the hang of it you’ll be a pro in no time. 

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