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Versailles perfume gardens transport public back in time

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The Associated Press VERSAILLES, France — The Versailles flower gardens were once a symbol of the French king’s expeditionary might and helped water-deprived courtiers perfume their skin. Now, they have been reimagined to give today’s public a glimpse — and a sniff — into the gilded palace’s olfactory past. Holding secrets to the original concept of flower power, scents of Bulgarian rose, mint and citrus from hundreds of vividly colored historic blooms unveiled this week waft into the nostrils of paying visitors at the Chateauneuf Orangery of the Grand Trianon, ...

Billion-dollar industry driven by national park’s unrivaled beauty

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By Karee Blunt Wealth of Geeks Banff’s list of accolades reads like a brag sheet for Mother Nature’s masterpiece. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the third oldest National Park in the world, home to the iconic, emerald-hued Lake Louise, and a habitat for a diverse range of wildlife, from elk to the elusive grizzly bear. Beyond its ecological significance, Banff also has a substantial economic footprint. Amidst all its natural splendor, Banff generates a staggering 3.1 billion Canadian dollars a year in tourism revenue, proving that preserving nature can be a treasure ...

Italian whole-hog cooking inspires herbaceous chops

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By CHRISTOPHER KIMBALL Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street At weekly markets across central Italy, ancient town squares fill with the aromas of spit-roasted pork slathered in rosemary, fennel pollen and garlic. The enchanting smell is porchetta, a delicious homage to whole-hog cooking that’s as revered as barbecue in the American South. The laborious roast, clearly, is off the table for midweek dinner. Instead, we kept the signature flavors in mind for this recipe from our book “Tuesday Nights Mediterranean,” which features weeknight-friendly meals from the region. Rather than ...

A full, fresh menu fit for brunch feast

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Family Features Birthdays, holidays or just casual Saturdays are all perfect excuses to enjoy brunch with your favorite people. Bringing everyone together with quiches, pastries, appetizers, desserts and more offers an easy way to kick back and relax on a warm weekend morning. These recipes for Easy Brunch Quiche, Savory Cheese Balls and Lemon Blueberry Trifle provide a full menu to feed your loved ones from start to finish, regardless of the occasion. Find more brunch inspiration by visiting Culinary.net. A Savory Way to Start the Celebration Serving up exquisite flavor ...

Dishing out the facts on good fats

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Family Features For those seeking to be more health-conscious, the idea of eating nutritiously seems simple. However, understanding what’s truly “good for you” can sometimes be confusing. In honor of National Nutrition Month and Healthy Fats Day in March, Avocados From Mexico is sharing how avocados - a super good food and source of good fats and several vitamins - make everything better. Avocados From Mexico conducted a survey and found that while 76% of respondents believe fat is an essential component of a healthy diet, less than one-third are confident they know why it’s ...

Bring your vacation home with you everyday

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Travel-inspired home decor By Monica Fish Wealth of Geeks When 43% of Americans haven’t had a vacation in a year or more and a half are only using nine days off on average to travel, people are finding a way to bring pieces of their getaways into their everyday lives with their home decor. Between the cost of travel, worrying about falling behind on work, hurting their chances for a promotion, or risking losing their job, Americans aren’t using all their vacation days. So across the country, people decorate their homes to remind them of their favorite vacation destinations ...