Watching The Hunger Games at a press preview, both Angela and I were scrambling to jot down notes on the fantastic set design showcased in the film. Now, we have the answers to all of our set design questions. Set decorator for The Hunger Games Larry Dias was integral in making the film come to life, from the Appalachia-inspired homes seen in District 12 to the opulent palace of President Snow. Read more

The dark and stormy tastes like waiting out a thunderstorm on a Caribbean beach. Simple recipe substitutions to turn to in a pinch. Celebrate Easter with these classic Springtime confections. Favorite speedy weeknight recipes from Giada De Laurentiis. Why should kids have all the fun? Create a sophisticated Easter basket for your friends. Learn to sear meat properly for a flavorful crust and Read more

We're thrilled to present this smart Wise Bread story here on Savvy! For the last five years, I've been traveling the world full-time, and for less money than I've ever spent (and I'd wager less money than most people would spend) to live in one place. My worldly possessions fit into one bag (just larger than carry-on size) and a backpack containing my laptop and computer gear. This small Read more

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When you taste Cuban food for the first time, you'd swear that Spanish and Caribbean cuisines had a little love child — which isn't too far from the truth. The diversity of Cuban culture is indicative in the rich and varied flavors of the country's cuisine. One of the most thriving Cuban communities in the US is located in Miami, FL (and let me tell you, they've got the food to prove it!). Read more

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! We’ve always been a bit wary of cruises. At worst, we have visions of retirees playing bingo while a lounge singer croons early Michael Bolton. At best, we foresee David Foster Wallace style lobster-and-jacuzzi breakdowns on the high seas. But, you know we love a deal. And to travel. And we’re sensible if nothing Read more

A craving for Central American and Caribbean food as of late has meant I've scoured the streets of Miami for a decent cubano, as well as the colorful corners of San Francisco's Mission district for authentic Salvadoran pupusas. Think of the pupusa as a more glorious quesadilla. The people of El Salvador flatten balls of corn dough (made of masa that's been treated with an alkaline solution) into Read more