Are you familiar with socca? If not, please let me introduce you! It’s basically a rich, savory and salted chickpea flour pancake cooked in piping hot olive oil. The edges are crispy and chewy, the insides are flaky and tender, and the bottom is lacy and golden. It is just so good. You’ll have to try it. Socca is a street food popular in Nice, France, with origins dating back centuries (it’s closely related to Italian farinata). I had the chance to try the real deal on our honeymoon, and I’m obsessed with this homemade version. To make socca, you’ll…
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If you are chasing the heartbeat of American music, Clarksdale is not just a stop; it is a pilgrimage. Known as the birthplace of the blues, this gritty and soulful town in the Mississippi Delta offers far more than music. It is a place where stories linger in the air, where strangers quickly become friends, and where every street corner seems to carry a beat of its own. There is a saying here that rings true the moment you arrive, come for the blues, stay for the people, and it does not take long to understand why. Set deep in…
Mike Vrabel I Failed My Own Standards Published April 23, 2026 6:11 PM PDT Play video content New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel says he hasn’t lived up to his own standards amid his tawdry scandal involving former Athletic journalist Dianna Russini. In a press conference Thursday before the start of the NFL Draft, Vrabel avoided Russini relationship specifics but admitted his “previous actions don’t meet the standard that I hold myself to.” Vrabel also said he’s become a distraction to his family, his players, the Patriots organization and their fans, adding … “My family needs me this weekend and that’s…
After a rocky production process, the new Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, is finally here. Originally slated for a 2025 release, the movie was pushed back when attorneys found a clause in a settlement with Jordan Chandler, who in 1993 accused Jackson of sexual abuse and whose ensuing deal with the estate barred any depiction of him in a future film. Upon the discovery, Michael’s original ending, which focused on those allegations, was rewritten and reshot to close on a more triumphant note—a process that cost between $10 million to $15 million.Some of Jackson’s family members along with his most diehard…
Indeed, Ray became our window to international cinema. His next, Aparajito (1956), won the Golden Lion Award at the Venice Film Festival. Apur Sansar (1959) won the Best Foreign Film Award at the BAFTAs and the Sutherland Trophy at the London Film Festival. The list of awards and trophies that he won are too numerous to be listed here.What comes to mind is the Lifetime Achievement Oscar, which he received in 1992, at his hospital bed in Kolkata, when he was ill and almost breathing his last. He didn’t lose his wit even then, as seen in his acceptance speech,…
The premiere of Netflix’s “Roommates” brought out a multi-generational cast and guest list, with Eddie Murphy, Chris Rock, and Adam Sandler arriving alongside their daughters in coordinated red carpet style moments. Bella Murphy, who appears in the film, posed with her father Eddie Murphy in a black silk dress by ABL Studio featuring floral embroidery and fringe detailing. The halter-style silhouette and textured finish delivered a clean yet dimensional look on the carpet. Chris Rock attended with his daughter Zahra Rock, who wore a black silk georgette gown by Tom Ford. The strapless design featured a cut-out bodice and high…
Peacock’s 10-part spy thriller is not only one of the best shows of the genre in recent years but also manages to beat James Bond in one intriguing way. The show in question boasts an impressive Rotten Tomatoes score of 85% and features an incredible star-studded cast. Interestingly, it is also based on a highly acclaimed book that has previously been adapted for the big screen. In an era where remakes and reboots are constantly churned out even when they are not usually needed, it is hard not to be skeptical about any TV show or movie that attempts to…
Printable shopping list This weekly meal plan is here to save your sanity. These dinners are quick, delicious, and totally family approved, so you can skip the what’s for dinner stress and actually enjoy your evenings. I’ve already planned it all out and made the shopping list, so all you have to do is cook and feel like a dinner rockstar. What’s for Dinner? This week’s dinners are all about keeping things simple and satisfying. You’ll find a mix of quick favorites and cozy meals. If you’re looking to make busy nights feel a little easier, this meal plan is…
Finding a low car rental deals is straightforward. Keeping it low — from the booking confirmation to the moment you return the keys — is where most travelers come unstuck. The gap between advertised price and final cost is almost always the result of avoidable mistakes: booking at the wrong time, comparing headline prices without checking inclusions, or arriving at the pickup desk unprepared. These mistakes follow predictable patterns. Know them in advance, and they are easy to avoid. Mistake 1: Booking Too Early or Too Late The assumption that booking months in advance guarantees the lowest price is one…
Brandi Glanville to Scheana Shay Don’t Bite The Hand That Pays for Your Teeth!!! Published April 23, 2026 4:12 PM PDT Play video content Brandi Glanville is not on Scheana Shay’s side — shocker — especially when it comes to Lisa Vanderpump. She was reminiscing about her relationship with LVP to cohost James Maas on the latest episode of the “Brandi Glanville Unfiltered” … when she recalled that Scheana “wrote horrible things” about Lisa in her memoir. Brandi jumped to Lisa’s defense — the book came out last July, but better late than never — and spilled some tea about…