EATING & DRINKING ITALIAN-STYLE

Italian food is ridiculously easy to love (see: grilled pizza, page 28). Happily, a bunch of new books are here to keep the spark alive.

Make Pizza on the Grill

Don't put your burger machine away just yet! Steven Raichlen, author of the Barbecue Bible books and host of the TV series Project Fire and Planet Barbecue, shares how to whip up pies under the sky.

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Little Office Helpers to Make Your Work Life a Lot Easier

5 Ways to Upgrade Your Sunscreen Routine

Derms share the most important things we can do when it comes to saving our skin.

MINOR ISSUES, MAJOR OPINIONS BATHS OR SHOWERS?

Everybody has their two cents! We collected yours, then called on the experts to settle the debate once and for all.

BETTER FOR YOU MOCHA SMOOTHIE

It's like the beloved frosty coffee treat, but with fruit, protein, and fiber. Good morning, indeed!

what to COOK

RECIPES FOR REAL LIFE

Rest, Recharge & Reset

We're officially in the lazy, laid-back season-but in case your scurrying brain didn't understand the assignment, we've got a few ideas for mini mental breaks (sort of like vacations you don't have to plan!). Get ready to tune out the chaos and delight in the small joys of summer-for an afternoon, an hour, or even just a minute.

The Chill Host's Guide to Summer Entertaining

A cookout should be fun for everyone, including you-the lovely, thoughtful person who invited folks over for great food and company. Just read this story and pick out the bits you need. You know the rest: Keep the grill fired up and carry on.

TRAVEL PLAN THE ULTIMATE (UNCROWDED!) SUMMER TRIP

During the height of tourist season, summer vacation can feel like a full-contact sport. Here's how to bypass the hordes and take a trip that leaves you relaxed, not raggedy.

NERDING OUT PLANT POWERS

The greenery all around us is way smarter than we realize.

MONEY 5 THINGS CREDIT SCORE EXPERTS WANT YOU TO KNOW

For one, the so-called perfect target number doesn't really need to be the goal. Also: Credit card limits are kinda tricky!

HEALTH Let's Talk About Your Pelvic Floor! Again!

It supports vital organs, it stabilizes your core-and it's often misunderstood. We're giving this critical muscle group the explainer it deserves.

Modern Manners Advice for Your Social Quandaries

IDA ASKS...My neighbors' kids, ages 9 and 6, have made a habit of playing in my front yard. I let it happen for a bit, thinking it was going to be temporary, but it has become very frequent-and irritating and loud. I've talked to the kids and the parents, and they still come back. I don't want to be known as the cranky neighbor. How do I get them to stop?

PETS SPLISH, SPLASH

Before you let your pup dive into the deep end, read these tips to help her get on swimmingly in the water.

THINGS COOKS KNOW FRESH & FRUITY

Crumbles and crisps, grunts and slumps! These jammy baked desserts are some of summer's greatest pleasures. But what's the difference? And what's the best fruit for a pandowdy? Read on!

DRINKING WITH JENNA Pitcher This

Want to throw a party and not have to play bartender all night? Just mix up one of these fruit-forward, big-batch cocktails in advance.

CLEAN THIS Gas & Charcoal Grills

Contrary to popular belief, lingering crud on your grates is not there to add flavor to your next batch of burgers. Let's scrub those racks-and everything else.

SWEET THING RASPBERRY-MANGO ICE CREAM CAKE

Serve up a slice of summer with this stunning (but easy to make!) treat.

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