Food safety Defrost frozen turkey in the fridge if possible. If defrosting at room temperature, wrap the bird in a heavy paper bag to prevent the surface from getting warm before the centre defrosts. Don't over-stuff the turkey. Pack it loosely, and remove the stuffing right after taking the bird out of the oven. Remove leftover meat...

Glance around your living room. If the only Asian artifact you see is a television set, it might be time to widen your horizons. "Chinese art and furnishings are timeless," says Danna Hu, an architect and interior designer based in Taiwan. "Their classic lines and textures make them extremely versatile. They really do work well in almost any setting--from...

Creating a festive holiday tablescape can be easily accomplished with some advance planning, one or more unique ideas and the creative use of color and paint! A wonderful way to begin the process of allowing your "creative juices" to flow, consider selecting a designated theme for your holiday party. Once your theme has been chosen, designing...