I've been a bridesmaid over 125 times. Here are 10 common mistakes I see wedding parties make.

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Jen Glantz says she's been asked to do many weird things working as a professional bridesmaid.
Jen Glantz says she's been asked to do many weird things working as a professional bridesmaid.

Jen Glantz

I made Ina Garten's 5-ingredient burger patties. They tasted amazing and came together quickly.

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A woman taking a selfie while holding a plate of six raw burger patties.
I tried Ina Garten's easy recipe for high-quality burgers.

Terri Peters

I tried 6 protein bars to see which tasted the best, and there was one very clear winner

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Protein bars on wood table
I tried six peanut-butter-flavored 20-gram protein bars to find the best one.

Ted Berg

7 red flags to look out for when getting a manicure, according to salon owners

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A nail technician painting someone's nails a deep purple color.
There are a few things clients should look out for before sitting down for a manicure.

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I've lived in Florida for over 25 years. These 6 islands probably aren't on your radar — but should be.

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The silhouette of a palm tree on a beach during sunset on North Captiva Island.
As a local, North Captiva is one of my favorite Florida islands.

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I ordered the same meal at Freddy's and Portillo's. As a Chicago local, I was shocked by the winning restaurant.

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The author's meal at Portillo's; a vanilla milkshake, chili cheese dog, and chicken tenders.
I ordered the same meal — a vanilla milkshake, chili cheese dog, and chicken tenders — at Freddy's and Portillo's.

Annabel Rocha

A year ago, I moved in with 5 strangers. I was nervous, but the benefits have outweighed the drawbacks.

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The writer (far right behind the selfie taker wearing a light tan sweater) is posing for a photo with her five roommates in their kitchen.
Last year, I moved into a house with five strangers, and the benefits to my mental and physical health have been incredible.

Alyssa Wiens

I'm a professional tennis player. Here are 10 Trader Joe's staples that help me hit my protein goals.

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The author's basket of Trader Joe's groceries, complete with organic jasmine rice, milk chocolate-covered peanut butter pretzels, jalepeño and cream cheese crispy wontons, and more.
I like to shop at Trader Joe's for high-protein items that help me hit my goals.

Kelly Keller

I made coffee using 4 different appliances. The cheapest method reigned supreme, leaving my Keurig in the dust.

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four glasses of coffee with cream
To find the best way to make coffee, I made a cup in an Aeropress, coffee pot, French press, and Keurig.

Meredith Schneider

A former barista explains 14 common Starbucks terms and codes that'll help you order like a pro

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starbucks drink cup barista
There are some common codes and terms you might hear in a Starbucks and not understand.

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