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What the Last Day of the Dinosaurs Actually Looked Like
Scientists have reconstructed the dinosaurs’ final day using fish bones, pollen, fern spores, shocked quartz, iridium and glass trapped in fossilized gills.
Visiting Bulgaria: Sofia, Bankya, Rila Monastery, Plovdiv and So Much Cheese
My Bulgaria trip through Sofia, Bankya, Rila Monastery and Plovdiv, with Bulgarian food, local wine, ancient ruins, Shopska salad and plenty of cheese.
Pickling End of the Season Tomatoes
I picked my tomatoes early after finding a mouse nest in the garden. Here’s how I turned the weirdly ripening tomatoes into easy refrigerator pickles.
How I Make Money Writing a Blog: From Starting at Zero to Actually Getting Paid
How I built my blog from hundreds of articles into a site that earns money through ads, Pinterest, Google traffic, newsletters, and more.
The Weird Things Solar Storms Can Mess With That You’d Never Think About
Solar storms can affect way more than auroras. From tractors and airplanes to satellites, pipelines, banks, and power grids, the Sun reaches into some surprisingly ordinary parts of life.
Zombie Sea Urchins Are Real, and We’re Turning Them Into Sushi
Zombie sea urchins can survive for years after destroying kelp forests. Urchin ranching turns them into uni while helping restore the ocean.
The Best Places to Visit in Greece: Thessaloniki, Parga and Meteora
The best places to visit in Greece beyond the islands, including Parga, Thessaloniki and Meteora, with beaches, Greek food, wine, ancient ruins and where to stay.
A Guide to Bulgarian Wine
A sommelier’s guide to Bulgarian wine, including the country’s major wine regions, indigenous grapes, key styles, labeling terms and bottles worth seeking out.
Why I’m Trying New Social Media Apps Like Gist
Instagram growth is harder than ever. Here’s why trying new social media apps like Gist early can help creators find engagement and grow faster.
I Drank the Same Wine in Bulgaria and America, So Why Did I Only Get a Hangover at Home?
I drank the exact same wine in Bulgaria and Pennsylvania but only felt hungover at home. Here’s what food, timing, hydration, inflammation, and alcohol science explains.
Phytoncides, Forest Bathing, and Your Immune System
Trees release airborne compounds called phytoncides. Here’s what forest-bathing research really found about NK cells, stress, and immune activity.
Cruising With Wine: My Latest Project
I created Cruising With Wine after my dad planned a European river cruise and I realized travelers need an easier way to find local wines, bottles, and stops.
Health Claims That Sound Completely Fake…But Science Says They’re True
From grapefruit and medications to Brazil nuts and selenium, discover surprising health claims that sound made up but are backed by real science.
A Sommelier’s Maine Trip to Portland and Kennebunk
A short Maine trip from Philly with Portland wine shops, serious gyms, Central Provisions, White Barn Inn, and the little travel chaos that made it ours.
Dinner at White Barn Inn in Kennebunk, Maine
A review of dinner at White Barn Inn in Kennebunk, Maine, with Chef Cornelia Sühr, caviar, truffles, wine, cocktails, and a stunning birthday dessert.
What is Web3 and Why Should I Care to Learn About It?
What is Web3, and why should creators care in the age of AI? A look at blockchain, ownership, digital identity, NFTs, and why Web3 may matter more than ever.
Gardening From Groceries: Growing Food from Kitchen Scraps
Discover how growing avocado pits, dragon fruit tops, peach stones, and other grocery scraps became a practical way to save money, reduce waste, and create a thriving home garden.
Unexpected Garden Pairings This Year
From tomato jungles to lavender beds and Riesling vines, discover unexpected wine pairings inspired by this year’s backyard garden harvest in Michele Edington’s sommelier guide.
Congress Just Said No to Bayer’s Pesticide Shield: What the Farm Bill Fight Means
Congress removed Bayer’s pesticide liability shield from the Farm Bill. Here’s what the decision could mean for farming, soil health, wine, and agriculture.
Blisters of Passion: What “Follow Your Blisters” Really Means
Joseph Campbell once said he wished he told people to “follow your blisters” instead of “follow your bliss.” This is what that idea really means.