A ‘marked’ change in thinking about tattoos
Or, how I learned to stop worrying and love my new ink
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Ummmm, sit down, friends. I need to confess a little something. Remember how I wrote about tattoos (not once, but TWICE) and how I never much cared for them?
Well………………………………….
I had a lunchtime margarita (OK, two, but who’s counting?) during a weekend trip to NYC with my...
On Your Table: Capping National Mushroom Month with a flourish
Longhorn Steakhouse celebrates local mushrooms
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
Longhorn Steakhouse’s Chef’s Showcase dish, Harvest Mushroom Filet, features local mushrooms from Basciani Foods.
September is National Mushroom Month, and with Kennett Square’s Mushroom Festival behind us, the celebration of mushrooms continues at Longhorn Steakhouse. The chain of casual...
The power of red…lipstick
By going bold, you send a strong message
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
The other day, I found an article on the Facebook page of Houppette (my favorite cosmetic boutique that I have written about many times) about the power of a good, red lipstick.
The author, from the blog Hello Giggles ( http://bit.ly/1ytjhxs), wrote about her friend’s challenge of wearing red lipstick every day...
NFL’s handling of domestic violence is a disgrace
But the opportunity exists for all to learn from it
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I have written a handful of “soapbox” speeches in the past and today, it’s time for another one.
As the mother of two boys enamored by all things sports related, I feel compelled to discuss the disgraceful actions of the NFL. In fact, I would venture to say that doing the complete opposite of what...
At closet cleanout time, have a plan
Once you’ve thinned the herd, be smart on buying replacements
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Transitioning your closet from season to season is a task that may be THE definition of “necessary evil”. On the bright side, it is an opportunity to purge and rebuild.
I have written articles in the past about editing your wardrobe quarterly and donating those items that you seldom...
On Your Table: All things fungi at Kennett’s Mushroom Festival
While there’s lot to see and do, it comes down to food — and delicious mushrooms
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
Servers having lots of fun at the Ferranto food tent plating up fried mushrooms during this past weekend’s Mushroom Festival.
KENNETT SQUARE — People came hungry to the 28th annual Kennett Square Mushroom Festival last weekend and it was a good thing,...
I kind of mind the gap
Strahan’s Hall of Fame bust doesn’t get teeth right
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
Are you ready for some football?
Nothing shouts fall more than the distant drumbeat of the high school band or the coach’s whistle when he barks “again” to his sweaty players during an early practice. The installation of the new crop of pro football hall of famers in Canton...
Super Six: Festival of Fall Fashion
Picks for six products not to miss this autumn
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Fall is officially here…although, technically not according to the calendar OR Mother Nature. But, as far as I am concerned, once school begins, I am ready for the fashion transition. Here are the six things I’m obsessed with this month:
1. Shellac Indigo Frock: My addiction to dark colored gel...
The students are ready to be back in school, but we parents…
Confessions of a mom struggling to keep up with a new school year
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Aaaaaah, another school year has begun! While I am sad to see summer end, I always appreciate the structure and routine the fall semester brings. By mid-winter, I’m over it, so, best to embrace these happy feelings now.
I feel extremely lucky that our boys receive their education...
On Your Table: Time for Heirloom Tomatoes
Late August is the peak of ripeness for these local wonders
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
At the peak of ripeness, a garden tomato is one of the things that make life worthwhile. Luscious, sweet, tart or even spicy and always juicy, now is the time to catch tomatoes at their best. Since earlier in August, all kinds of tomatoes are coming into season, ready to fix on salads,...
