http://www.sheknows.com/authors/molly-cerreta-smith/articles Sun, 03 Apr 2011 20:44:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/827697/5-spring-appetizers Spring is a great time to host a get-together, and we have five easy and delicious spring appetizers that your guests will love. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/827697/5-spring-appetizers Molly Cerreta Smith Tue, 22 Mar 2011 21:46:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/videos/articles/826897/drink-this-not-that You get up every morning at the crack of dawn to clock a serious sweat session before your a.m. meeting. You've sworn off all drive-thrus for the sake of your waistline. But despite all this work, you may not even realize the secret diet saboteur that you're sucking down at happy hour. http://www.sheknows.com/videos/articles/826897/drink-this-not-that Molly Cerreta Smith Tue, 22 Mar 2011 20:09:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/videos/articles/826891/low-calorie-cocktails What fabulous femme fatale doesn't love to let loose with a cocktail after a hard day's work -- or, hell, simply after a long day lounging in the sun? We're not judging… we're right there with ya! But all those cocktails can equate to some serious calorie intake, so you might want to consider swapping out your usual calorie-laden liquid lovelies for some low-cal cocktails. Give these four simple sip swaps a try to ensure you stay svelte in your suit all summer long. And get inspired with some low-cal cocktail recipes, too. http://www.sheknows.com/videos/articles/826891/low-calorie-cocktails Molly Cerreta Smith Thu, 17 Feb 2011 22:39:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/824823/whats-good-at-trader-joes Most people we know are very loyal when it comes to their market of choice, and one blogger is so dedicated that he has made it his mission to review every product at Trader Joe's. Nathan Rodgers, of the review site "What's Good at Trader Joe's," has reviewed 75 products in more than 60 blogs since August. He gave Editor Arthur Bovino of TheDailyMeal his top-five product picks in five categories. But we got to thinking that Trader Joe's has so much more to offer… so we threw our SheKnows Trader Joe's favorites too! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/824823/whats-good-at-trader-joes Molly Cerreta Smith Tue, 08 Feb 2011 16:16:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/823607/5-things-you-never-knew-about-bagels Who doesn't love a good bagel? Warm and chewy, crunchy outside, soft and doughy inside... it's enough to ruin my diet just thinking about one. But did you know that bagels actually have a day dedicated to them? That's right, bagel lovers. February 9 is National Bagel Day. So why not celebrate the day with a bagel, of course, and some fun facts about those bread-y creations that we know and love so well. Check out our fun list of 5 things you never knew about bagels. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/823607/5-things-you-never-knew-about-bagels Molly Cerreta Smith Mon, 14 Feb 2011 10:25:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/823537/academy-award-cocktails On February 27 the world will be tuned in to the 83rd Annual Academy Awards’ ceremony to see which films and which actors will be taking home the prized Oscar. If you’re planning an Academy Award viewing party, serve up these cocktail recipes inspired by our favorite movies of the year including “Black Swan,” “The Fighter,” “True Grit,” “Social Network,” and more. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/823537/academy-award-cocktails Molly Cerreta Smith Tue, 11 Jan 2011 10:30:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822162/say-no-to-girl-scout-cookie-sales It's Girl Scout cookie season! And while some are rejoicing the arrival of the delectable delights, others are dreading the onslaught of the crumbly sensations. But how do you say no to your best friend's daughter , or the darling girl next door ? So what's a Girl Scout cookie-loving girl to do once those sweets-peddling princesses come knocking? Here are a few Girl Scout cookie scenarios and how to get yourself out of them… without burying yourself in boxes of Thin Mints and Do-si-dos. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822162/say-no-to-girl-scout-cookie-sales Molly Cerreta Smith Wed, 12 Jan 2011 08:35:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822161/which-are-the-healthiest-girl-scout-cookies It's futile to fight the onslaught of Girl Scout cookies that are literally everywhere you turn. So instead of battling the inevitable, go ahead and indulge with one of these top 5 skinniest, least fattening Girl Scout cookies. After all, March is around the corner, and no cookie—not even one with a worthy cause—is worth sacrificing that! Here are the top 5 least fattening Girl Scout cookie indulgences for your smart snacking pleasure. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822161/which-are-the-healthiest-girl-scout-cookies Molly Cerreta Smith Fri, 12 Nov 2010 04:47:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/820267/3-Movie-snack-recipes Snacking is synonymous with movie night. But before you host your own mini film festival, you'll want to arm yourself with some serious snacks that will blow plain old popcorn out of the water. Here are three kicked-up movie-time snack favorites that will leave your movie night guests reaching for more. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/820267/3-Movie-snack-recipes Molly Cerreta Smith Thu, 11 Nov 2010 21:48:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/820263/10-Gifts-for-the-movie-lover Just because your besties love movies that doesn't mean they want to receive a gift card to Blockbuster every Christmas. You can still get your movie-going loved ones in your life some great gifts that they'll go ga-ga for… without having to resort to a gift certificate to the movie store or theater. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/820263/10-Gifts-for-the-movie-lover Molly Cerreta Smith Fri, 09 Mar 2012 15:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/820221/Tips-for-choosing-family-movie-night-movies It's family movie night! Finally, you've got the whole family together for movie night – now all you have to do is keep them all equally entertained for the next few hours. Hmm.. Not as easy as it seems? Don't sweat it. We've got some great tips to help you choose family movie night movies that everyone will love. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/820221/Tips-for-choosing-family-movie-night-movies Molly Cerreta Smith Sun, 10 Oct 2010 23:51:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/819091/How-to-keep-your-home-germ-free It's nearly impossible to live an entirely germfree life, but you can maintain a germfree home without too much effort. To keep germs at bay, and keep your home and family healthy, follow these simple steps: http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/819091/How-to-keep-your-home-germ-free Molly Cerreta Smith Sun, 10 Oct 2010 23:44:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/819090/How-to-get-pet-urine-stains-out-of-the-carpet Few things will make you go "awww" more than a sweet little puppy or kitten. And, while a new pet is a wonderful thing, their little accidents while potty training can leave your carpet sprinkled with stains and stinking of...well, you know. Here's how to clean pet urine stains out of your carpet. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/819090/How-to-get-pet-urine-stains-out-of-the-carpet Molly Cerreta Smith Sun, 10 Oct 2010 23:32:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/819089/How-to-clean-your-computer You probably spend more time at your computer than anywhere else. But think about it— when was the last time you cleaned your computer? It's okay. We won't tell. But having a clean computer can help you avoid maintenance costs in the future, as dust clogging the vents can slow down your system. We have some great tips for how to clean your computer and how to keep it that way. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/819089/How-to-clean-your-computer Molly Cerreta Smith Sun, 10 Oct 2010 23:24:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/819088/How-to-prevent-soap-scum There's nothing fun about spending a day scrubbing your shower, but there is a way to prevent soap scum. Here are some easy ways to stop soap scum stains from taking over your tub! http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/819088/How-to-prevent-soap-scum Molly Cerreta Smith Sun, 10 Oct 2010 23:13:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/819084/How-to-keep-your-oven-and-stove-clean Your oven and stove are probably the most used appliances in your home, so proper maintenance is essential to keep cleaning them to a minimum. Here are some quick and easy tips to a clean oven and stove. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/819084/How-to-keep-your-oven-and-stove-clean Molly Cerreta Smith Thu, 07 Oct 2010 23:01:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/818997/8-Modern-gift-wrapping-ideas-we-love 'Tis the season for holiday party after holiday party, decorating the whole house… taking it all down in a month and not only getting the perfect gift, but also wrapping it perfectly! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/818997/8-Modern-gift-wrapping-ideas-we-love Molly Cerreta Smith Thu, 07 Oct 2010 22:47:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/818996/The-holiday-mantel-Ideas-for-dressing-up-your-home-s-hearth When you think of dressing your mantel for the holiday season, do visions of boring old greenery dance in your head? Forget the ho-hum foliage and try some of these fun new ideas for dressing up your home's heart for the holidays. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/818996/The-holiday-mantel-Ideas-for-dressing-up-your-home-s-hearth Molly Cerreta Smith Thu, 07 Oct 2010 22:32:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/818995/Make-your-own-holiday-table-centerpiece-3-simple-ideas You've made your list, and you've checked it twice -- but do you have your holiday centerpiece in place? It can be the piece that ties your Christmas table setting together, but making one doesn't mean spending five hours in the craft store or complicated assembly once you get home. Here are three simple ideas for making your own holiday table centerpiece, courtesy of Jo Pearson, Michaels' manager of Where Creativity Happens. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/818995/Make-your-own-holiday-table-centerpiece-3-simple-ideas Molly Cerreta Smith Thu, 07 Oct 2010 22:17:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/818993/5-Fun-alternatives-to-the-Christmas-Tree If you're in the mood to trade tradition for a modern Christmas, ditch the spruce and check out these five fun alternatives to the Christmas tree. And don’t worry: You don't have to settle for a noble faux. These alternatives are truly inspired. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/818993/5-Fun-alternatives-to-the-Christmas-Tree Molly Cerreta Smith