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I'm with Reese Witherspoon (just a little): Bring on the bullies

Style editors Deborah Fulsang and Tiyana Grulovic share their favourite environmentally friendly skincare and beauty products

Healthy doesn't have to take longer than takeout

Grown-up twists on a classic comfort food, mix it up a little with our top grilled cheese recipes

Say goodbye to canned artichokes. Food specialist Victoria Walsh shows you how to cook and enjoy the fresh ones

Forget endless stirring. Start this nutrient-rich risotto on the stove, then simply pop it in the oven and walk away.

Instructions Thick and earthy portobello mushroom slices add a meaty, satisfying texture to pasta sauces.

Chef Suzanne Liu of Montreal’s Soy restaurant grew up on her grandmother’s cooking in Hong Kong. “Although she was poor and used inexpensive foods, her meals were always delicious,” Liu says. “The secret is fresh ingredients, like the lemon grass that boosts the flavour of this broth.”

Roasted sweet potatoes' virtue in the kitchen, aside from their antioxidant bonus, is their earthy sweetness. Heighten this with succulent, fragrant pears.

Instructions You can have a robust curry without a long list of spices. We braised inexpensive stir-fry strips in velvety coconut...

This is the perfect choice for a big dinner. A rack of pork with its row of bones standing at attention almost seems worthy of applause, especially when glistening under a golden maple glaze.

Instructions A bright salsa adds a dressed-up touch to any steak, even an inexpensive one. Keep a jar of store-bought bruschetta...