May 2017

FLAVOR QUEST

For the first half of my life, I just might have been the pickiest eater in the world. I wouldn't eat tomatoes because the seeds are encased in a little packet of slime. I wouldn't eat any sort of fish (even fish sticks) because they might taste fishy. I wouldn't eat dark meat chicken because it had too much flavor... yes, I said too much flavor.

SUMMER MAGIC ROSELILY MIX

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OBSESSED WITH BOTANY

The late 18th century marked the peak of botanical illustrations' "golden age." The intersection of science (biological discoveries) and art (printing advancements) resulted in hyperdetailed, scientifically accurate prints.

Table talk

Cookie-cutter place settings, be gone. A handful of little shops across the country bring back personality to the art of the table.

COLOR PEONY PINKS

Delicate, sweet, demure. Thant's the pink everyone knows. But there's a vibrant, rich, even sultry side to the color, too. Bring all the shades inside, and watch your room bloom.

A happy medium

A happy medium Can a home have high style and be kid-friendly? Definitely, says this young L.A. couple, who balanced glam and fam.

PAPER POSIES

PAPER POSIES Cut, bend, and glue your way to a lovely Mother's Day gift with these bright and happy cardstock flowers that are always in full bloom.

Family matters

When three generations gather under one roof, there's a big table to set, family recipes to make, and plenty to celebrate.

PORCH PREP

Hello, patio season! It's time to get your outdoor space ready for all kinds of summer. We've got tips for scrubbing it down then sprucing it up.

PUNCH LIST

We're in the kitchen this month: what to know about pulldown faucets, cutting-edge appliances, and hardworking, easy-clean paint.

FACE VALUE

A dramatic facelift delivers fresh cottage-style charm and a new sense of balance to an outdated Houston house.

I did it!

When this plant-lover needed another perch for her collection, she got out her jigsaw. Now a creatively curvy hanging planter showcases her favorite foliage.

[BHG FIRSTS] bragging rights

Garden IN A VASE

Nicolette Owen, cofounder of Brooklyn's Little Flower School, thinks of arrangements as miniature landscapes. We asked her to give us a master class on creating this right-on-trend naturalistic look.

HOMEGROWN STRAWBERRIES

PLANT NOW FOR A CROP OF SUMMER'S FAVORITE FRUIT.

YOUR MAIN SUMMER SQUEEZE

We threw a margarita party in our Test Kitchen to try out a batch of citrus juicers this month. Four bags of limes and five pitchers later, we bring you our top picks. Press on for details.

THE BUILD & THE BLOG

SHE MAY BE THE FAUX MARTHA ONLINE, BUT THERE'S NOTHING FAKE ABOUT MELISSA COLEMAN.

The producers

The producers For Russ and Marian Morash, the legendary team behind public television's The Victory Garden and The French Chef, their Nantucket home is a laboratory for growing and cooking homegrown vegetables. Their decades of experience can help even a novice gardener master the art of growing a beautifully productive garden.

EVERYDAY KITCHEN CLEANERS

Smart cooks know easy cleanup is the key to happiness in the kitchen. These products streamline the task.

Better

The most common spots? On women: legs and arms. For men: head, neck, back, and torso. Go to skincancer.org to recognize the warning signs.

HAPPY EATS

HAPPY EATS Bring your love of all things food to life when you visit one of these foodie cities, cooking schools, or working farms.

WEDDING GOWN HYDRANGEA

ON YOUR MARK

Lace up-- for the first time or the thousandth-- with these smart moves and cool gear picks.

BH&G throwback 1951 COFFEE

Fancy a coffee? Don't mind if we do. Iced or piping hot-- add some style to your daily routine.