Universal Press Syndicate

If you're planning a trip to Europe this summer, get ready for the cold, hard truth: Airfare can cost $1,000 or more. You can take a deep breath, pay the...

A versatile, convenient multigrain baking mix that yields six batches of nutritious pancakes or waffles would be a find at almost any price. And when you can put the mix...

Because the city is home to numerous bands and live concert venues, Time magazine called it "Europe's secret capital of music." It boasts hip new restaurants, a thriving arts scene,...

The green leaves of French tarragon are slender, short and spiky, with a fine aroma and flavor. Essential oils on the undersides of the leaves romance the nose with a...

The advertising executive in her late 50s was in a quandary. She'd been divorced for four years. But it was only after the youngest of her three children packed off...

If only living simply was a simple process. Then we wouldn't need the burgeoning new genre of books devoted to a simple lifestyle. Two worth adding to your shelf are...

"The next thing you know I was just flying down the mountain without my ice ax. That's when it gets bad. Total pandemonium. I was head over heels and I...

Roots and tubers aren't standard salad fare -- but properly prepared in salads, these sturdy vegetables can boost the nutrition and enjoyment of meals with their appealing color, refreshing crispness...

A marketing specialist in her early 30s picked out a one-story contemporary house that met both her budget limits and her insistence on abundant greenery outside. After seeing the house...

Lately there's been a lot of media coverage about how Americans are discovering the virtues of voluntarily downsizing some aspects of their lives. Some have figured out that with gasoline...