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National Sloppy Joe Day is just around the corner, and it's the perfect opportunity to show off your culinary skills. Celebrating this March 18th in true Southern style, we want to help you elevate and refine your culinary skills. While Sloppy Joes are a classic, it's time to step up your game and add a touch of southern charm to the manwich.

Drinking a shot of extra virgin olive oil every morning is a health trend that seems to be everywhere at the moment. Many celebrities swear by drinking it daily, and now people everywhere are giving it a shot. But is this practice truly good for you? And if it is, what does it actually do? What are the health benefits to drinking EVOO?

With Austin's insanely fast growth, it's not hard to imagine that many women-owned brands are making their way to the forefront. Surely you've heard of Austin big-wigs like Kendra Scott, but there are so many incredible women in Austin creating businesses that revolve around our favorite industry: food and beverage.

Austin is such a huge and special place, and it has so much to offer everyone. But because of that, it can be a little overwhelming. We compiled a full 3 day itinerary for Austin and the surrounding area full of the sites we truly believe can't be missed. From where to eat, to what to do - we've got you covered.

Did you know you can make an affordable and effective anti-aging face mask right at home with ingredients you have stocked in your kitchen? Seriously! From pantry items, to refrigerator staples, there are so many natural ingredients (like EVOO) that you can incorporate into your next face mask.

Throwing a party, but tired of making the same old charcuterie boards and snacks? Want to "wow" your guests with something not only delicious, but wholly unique? Enter the seacuterie board: your new party staple. What's a Seacuterie Board? What's a seacuterie board, you ask? We'll tell you!

Africa is the home of soul food. Its cuisine can vary from north to south and east to west with one discerning factor - the flavor is at the forefront. Whether the recipe calls for the simplest ingredients or complex cooking methods, each spoonful is drenched with a labor of love. North Africa is no stranger to olive oil and has many recipes that call for its inclusion. At the same time, westernized kitchens further south ensure they keep their pantries well-stocked with this kitchen staple.

We have been on the hunt of a great makeup remover for AGES. So many products are full of chemicals, and after using them we are left with our skin feeling dry, and our eyes feeling irritated. Little did we know that the best makeup remover was sitting in our pantries this entire time: olive oil!

The aroma of freshly baked bread has the power to induce hunger in virtually anyone. It is the best pre-dinner nibble and an ideal way to satisfy hunger. Anyone who appreciates the sweetness of bread should try the practice of dunking bread in bowls of sweet balsamic vinegar and hearty herbaceous olive oil.

We think spending Valentine's at home is a great way to put in extra effort to show your partner you care. But the whole process can definitely be overwhelming - so that's why we wanted to help! We've sorted out steps for creating a romantic Valentine's dinner, from setting the ambience, to what to serve.

Burgers and sides are a staple for not only Super Bowl parties, but any outdoor gathering. But rather than keep to the classic burger, fries, and ketchup (which there's nothing wrong with) we've decided to upgrade the classics for our Super Bowl fiesta!

This year, the world is going to go mad over one little happy purple sweet potato named ube! The hype over this humble yam is more than due to its vibrant color. It is a healthy food that offers the best of both worlds - flavor and health benefits. And you can boost those health benefits! Here's how.