http://www.sheknows.com/authors/claire-gallam/articles Fri, 28 Sep 2012 01:24:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/972021/easy-thanksgiving-prep-party-and-clean-up-tips If you've ever hosted Thanksgiving at your place, you know how stressful it can be to prepare, host and clean up! From prepping all the food, to decorating and doing endless amounts of dishes, it's easy to see why people have pre- and post-Thanksgiving Day meltdowns. Leave the stress at the door this year with these easy tips to help you host! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/972021/easy-thanksgiving-prep-party-and-clean-up-tips Claire Gallam Fri, 28 Sep 2012 01:56:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/972017/best-drink-shortcuts Having a bunch of your girlfriends over and have no idea what drink to serve? Instead of stressing yourself out by trying to create the perfect drink, use one of these easy drink shortcuts instead. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/972017/best-drink-shortcuts Claire Gallam Fri, 28 Sep 2012 01:06:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/972015/10-ways-to-simplify-party-prep If there's one thing we love at SheKnows, it's parties! There's nothing more fun than gathering with your loved ones over some great food and strong drinks. This year, take the stress out of hosting a dinner party, book club or even Thanksgiving dinner by checking out these easy tips for stress-free party prep! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/972015/10-ways-to-simplify-party-prep Claire Gallam Fri, 26 Oct 2012 15:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/971819/wines-for-under-20-dollars You have a fancy, upscale dinner party to attend at one of your wealthier friend's houses. You promised them you'd bring a bottle of wine but know you can't afford the $40 stuff they gave you for Christmas. Instead of blowing the bank on overpriced vino, bring one of these under $20 bottles! Don't let the price tag fool you, though — these are some of the most highly rated wines out there! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/971819/wines-for-under-20-dollars Claire Gallam Thu, 27 Sep 2012 11:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/971777/3-recipes-using-beer Friends, we have a revelation for you. Beer, it's not just for drinkin'. In fact, chefs and home cooks across the country have been adding brew to their favorite dishes for decades. Join the movement by whipping up one of these beer-filled delicacies, including braised flank steak tacos, boozy mac-n-cheese and dark chocolate Bundt cake. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/971777/3-recipes-using-beer Claire Gallam Fri, 28 Sep 2012 06:34:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/971643/how-to-travel-like-a-celebrity We may not all have the same bank accounts, charmed lives or fabulous wardrobes as our favorite celebrities; however, that doesn't mean we still can't travel like them! These tips and tricks from the experts in travel will have you flying high and jet-setting like your favorite A-lister in no time. First class, 5-star restaurant reservations, private suites and all! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/971643/how-to-travel-like-a-celebrity Claire Gallam Mon, 24 Sep 2012 10:01:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/971461/best-outlet-malls-in-the-world The lure of scoring a bargain on anything, from home decor to designer duds, calls to the shopper in all of us. If you're a discount shopping diva and a jet-setting travel lover too, we rounded up four outlet stores and malls you have to check out. From New York all the way to Japan, each place is worth the trek . http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/971461/best-outlet-malls-in-the-world Claire Gallam Mon, 24 Sep 2012 14:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/971427/oktoberfest-stew-recipe Oktoberfest, a 16-day fair in Munich, Germany, is one of the largest fairs in the world, bringing out more than 5 million people a year! If you can't make it to Munich this year and still want to celebrate, grab a pint of your favorite beer, ale or lager and a bowl of this hearty, German stew! For a true authentic experience, break out the lederhosen and beer maid outfits! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/971427/oktoberfest-stew-recipe Claire Gallam Tue, 18 Sep 2012 07:33:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970955/diy-mini-pumpkin-candles Now that the kids are back in school, you can finally decorate your house in peace. With fall just around the corner, this means lots of sunflowers and branches, cinnamon sticks, pinecones and, of course, pumpkins. Although adding a few mini gourds to your fall tablescape is cute, why not kill two birds with one stone and feature these DIY pumpkin candles? http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970955/diy-mini-pumpkin-candles Claire Gallam Mon, 17 Sep 2012 12:22:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970857/5-tips-for-renting-a-vacation-home Before you click "book" on your next vacation and spend a fortune on your hotel room, why not look into renting a vacation home instead? You'll save a ton of lodging and food expenses and will have the comfort and privacy of a house! Think of it as your home away from home. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970857/5-tips-for-renting-a-vacation-home Claire Gallam Tue, 18 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/970589/top-10-most-addictive-foods Ever have one of those days where you just crave a certain food? And even after you've satisfied that craving, you find yourself wanting and needing more of it? If so, there's a strong chance you may be addicted to that food, both physically and mentally. The 10 foods below are more than just delicious. In fact, they're addictive! Take a look, are you facing a food addiction? http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/970589/top-10-most-addictive-foods Claire Gallam Tue, 11 Sep 2012 11:08:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/970393/3-fun-fall-activities-for-pets Summertime may be a favorite for us and our families, but due to the high heat, bugs and humidity, it's not a favorite for our pets. They're often left inside to wait as we enjoy the warm weather. Well, now that summer is over, it's time to dust off those leashes and spend some quality time with our furry friends in the great outdoors! http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/970393/3-fun-fall-activities-for-pets Claire Gallam Sun, 09 Sep 2012 10:44:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/970305/diy-vintage-paper-leaf-wreath Looking for a unique wreath for your front door that doesn't look like your neighbor's? Instead of buying a cookie cutter wreath from your local department store, why not make one with stuff you already have at home? This wreath is made with book pages that have been lightly painted in fall colors, which give the wreath a fun, unique and vintage flair. Who said books were just for reading? http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/970305/diy-vintage-paper-leaf-wreath Claire Gallam Fri, 14 Sep 2012 11:11:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970255/5-best-spas-in-las-vegas In a city that never sleeps, with bright neon signs, dinging slot machines and an abundance of alcohol, a girl needs to find somewhere quiet to ease her mind and relax. Luckily, Las Vegas is home to more than just poker tables and all-night clubs. In fact, Vegas has some of the country's best and most luxurious spas. After a long day , a trip to one of these five incredible spas will certainly relieve your tired mind and body. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970255/5-best-spas-in-las-vegas Claire Gallam Thu, 06 Sep 2012 16:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/970103/3-unique-cider-recipes After such a scorching summer, we don't think we've ever been so excited for fall. We're especially looking forward to cozy sweaters, bright yellow and red leaves slowly falling and our first glass of warm cider. Regular apple cider is delicious, but this year we're whipping up one of these unique ciders, made with fresh fall produce, instead!  http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/970103/3-unique-cider-recipes Claire Gallam Mon, 10 Sep 2012 14:15:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/969591/best-places-in-vegas-for-foodies Las Vegas' food scene has exploded in the past few years, bringing new and exciting restaurants with celebrity chefs and innovative ingredients and menus. With all of the astounding new restaurants popping up on the Strip, you'll want to forget the slots and save your pennies for food instead! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/969591/best-places-in-vegas-for-foodies Claire Gallam Wed, 29 Aug 2012 06:12:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/969363/3-uses-for-window-shutters-in-home-decor Window shutters are taking the home decorating world by storm! Shabby shutters are no longer just for outdoors. These pieces are being used as picture frames, indoor gardens, bulletin boards and even as a replacement for wallpaper. To hop on this trend bandwagon and add some rustic, shabby chic flair to your home, check out one of these three fabulous DIYs! http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/969363/3-uses-for-window-shutters-in-home-decor Claire Gallam Mon, 03 Sep 2012 14:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/969251/top-10-best-detox-foods Despite our best intentions, we don't always act responsibly. We drink far too many glasses of wine, stay out entirely too late and end up waking up feeling less than desirable. Since many of us don't have the luxury of "sleeping it off," our day-after remedies have to be strong enough to get us through our daily tasks. This is where these 10 superfoods come in. Healthy enough to keep our diets on track and strong enough to beat even our worst hangovers. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/969251/top-10-best-detox-foods Claire Gallam Fri, 31 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/969121/full-gluten-free-labor-day-menu Labor Day, to many, is the last hurrah of summer. You fire up the grill one last time and enjoy the last of all that delicious summer produce. Instead of burgers or potato salads this year, why not try something a little different? This perfect Labor Day menu is not only unique and creative, it's completely gluten-free! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/969121/full-gluten-free-labor-day-menu Claire Gallam Mon, 27 Aug 2012 07:19:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/968921/4-best-places-to-go-for-a-historic-hotel Are you a history buff and lover of all things vintage? Do you spend hours antiquing? Do you plan your vacations around historical battle sites, cities and landmarks? If you said yes to any of these, why not take your obsession one step further and stay in a historic, vintage hotel? http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/968921/4-best-places-to-go-for-a-historic-hotel Claire Gallam