To remove any soap residue, rinse the quartz surface with water. Grab a clean, dry microfiber cloth and dampen it with water, then wipe the countertop to remove remaining residue. “This is a crucial ...

Sometimes you might want to cover the ground to stop weeds before they can take over the yard. If you use landscape fabric or rubber mulch to suppress weeds, you can run into several issues, key among ...

Welcome to Lily Belli on Food, a weekly food-focused newsletter from Lookout’s food and drink correspondent, Lily Belli. Keep reading for the latest local food news for Santa Cruz County – plus a few ...

It is common for birdbaths to carry germs or even spread disease if they are not cleaned often, but most people do not realise that soap and chemical cleaners can be harmful to birds.

Sushi Kuwahata, created by Chefs Kwan and Ryan Endrian, offers a 15-20 course Japanese dining experience featuring premium ingredients in an authentic setting.

If the sorts of mushrooms found in domestic lawns were always safe to eat, there's no doubt that many gardeners would be delighted to let them flourish. But the truth is that "mysterious and ...

How to make a herbal tea or tisane Generally you need either five fresh leaves or a sprig, 5cm (2 in) in length or 2 tsp of dried herb or 1 tsp of seed per cup of boiled water. Place them on a clean ...

Heavy rain can cause blocked drains and the drainpipes can no longer cope with the amount of rainwater pouring through them ...

The antipasto at Loui’s is a mountain of Italian-American abundance that arrives on a plate that seems to bend under its weight. Crisp iceberg lettuce forms the foundation, providing the perfect cool ...

Brick fireplaces blacken easily from smoke and soot. These are our best tips on cleaning the brick around your fireplace to get it looking like new again.

One of the best parts of working with University of Idaho Extension is the constant learning opportunity. Recently, I had a learning experience that hit close to home—literally. What is spotted wing ...

You need to check for new rosettes pushing up out of the soil every week and remove them promptly. They may be found emerging under the leaves of other plants, so this can be a challenge! Several ...