Lifestyle

Summer is here, and thankfully the Memphis outdoor scene never disappoints.

My saving grace during COVID-19? My garden – a backyard respite that’s keeping me sane.

At this rainforest retreat you can sleep in one of 19 bungalows built on stilts to accommodate the rising water levels of the wet season.

Over a year ago, my family began planning a reunion in Tennessee. Fortunately, we were able to modify our travel plans instead of canceling due to coronavirus.

On a warm, sunny day, it’s fun to be seated on a patio, relax at sidewalk tables or set up a picnic on some grass.

When the coronavirus hit in March, businesses across the world pressed pause on plans, including the television industry.

Memphis-area restaurants began reopening for diners last month, under Tennessee’s social-distancing guidelines, so it’s finally time to reconnect with a local favorite.

At home around the clock, you can’t help but think about renovating, redecorating, upgrading or even moving.

Originally coined “Satellite” in 1957, Stax Records is largely to thank for the gift of Memphis soul, or the Memphis sound.

Imagine yourself lounging on a patio, a chilled glass of Pacheca Branco Grande Reserve in your hand, overlooking the vineyards of a lush 18th-century estate and vineyard in the Douro Valley in Portugal.

Nearly a quarter of Americans listen to podcasts (up from 12% in 2013), but the most successful podcasts follow a curated marketing plan.

If you are looking for something new to pick up while we’re still sticking close to home, check out these reads.

Setting a clear and energizing goal to improve your circumstances is the first step towards achieving success – whether that is losing weight, increasing savings, or landing that promotion.

Like most of us, the Presley family was feeling quite bored during their time of social distancing. That boredom, mixed with a spark of creativity, has yielded the 2020 Quarantine Olympics.

Bananas Foster is one dish that is especially unique to New Orleans, a hub for banana imports in the early 1950s.

Streaming services have kept us entertained while social distancing, with an abundance of content showcasing STEM culture.

Celebrating birthdays amid a pandemic certainly calls for a little extra creativity.

I’m a huge believer in the power of the chocolate chip cookie – it’s like a hug for your tummy.

Self-isolation is beneficial in stopping the spread of COVID-19, but for the millions working through mental health concerns, limited resources have only amplified the daily stress and fear that they already are feeling.

This orange salad is a great springtime dish to add refreshing flavor to your plate.

Are your kids going stir crazy being home due to daycare and school closures in the midst of coronavirus? Fortunately, the internet is chock full of ideas for keeping your kids entertained, content and learning.

With most people staying at home, streaming services are responding by making content easier to access than ever before.

When people gather near the Mississippi River to watch a sunrise or sunset, they often grow silent, watching the miracle respectfully as another day is dedicated.

Over 64 million Americans – about 1 in 5 – live in multigenerational households. The setup has many benefits, from easing financial burdens to improving emotional well-being, but it’s become a source of stress due to the pandemic. 

If you’re like me, you’ve probably typed “productivity” into the App Store search bar recently, seeking an app to help with the increasingly blurry lines of family, work and chores.

Practicing social distancing is hard for everyone, and explaining it to kids is something parents need to handle in a sensitive, age-appropriate way.

What’s on your quarantine reading list? If you’re seeking escape, entertainment, perspective or just a good night’s sleep, these should help.

It’s around this time of year when students begin accepting admission from colleges. Many schools have pushed back this deadline but haven’t been able to give in-person tours since early March. 

It’s time to get creative and finally use the half-empty boxes of pasta and rice, cans of beans and other neglected items hiding in the back of the cabinet.

For many, the pandemic is causing stress, sleep cycle disruptions and mounting mental and physical issues.