Cheryl Benton

Ever wish cooking could be a little easier? In this video, All Recipes, Nicole McLaughlin shares 20 of her favorite lazy kitchen hacks—simple shortcuts, clever tricks, and time-saving tips that make everyday cooking less stressful and a lot more efficient. These are practical solutions for common kitchen frustrations, from softening butter in minutes to shredding chicken without breaking a sweat.

Photo: Nicole Freezer Rubens From music‑filled mornings in Strawberry Fields to the long‑awaited redesign of Penn Station, this week brought New Yorkers stories of connection, transformation, and creativity. Our latest Insiders’ Club adventure was a visit to the  Imagine mosaic for a Beatles’ tribute. Our LI reporter shares how six women became fast friends on an Aruba getaway, while Lincoln Center prepares to launch its joyful Summer for the City festival.

Our latest NYC Insiders’ Club adventure took us to Strawberry Fields in Central Park for an unforgettable Beatles morning at the iconic Imagine mosaic — the living memorial to John Lennon and a gathering place for peace, reflection, and global connection. And then a short stroll after the concert, and the group enjoyed lunch at another Central Park icon…The Boat House.