Beatrice Dubois

Staff Writer, Hearth & Garden

After training as a pastry chef in Lyon, Beatrice Dubois left the hustle of the professional kitchen for a small acreage in the countryside. It was there she discovered her true passion: growing her own food and preserving the harvest. Her articles are as much stories as they are recipes, weaving together memories and practical advice. Her line of small-batch jams won a Good Food Award in 2022.

Expertise

Seasonal CookingVegetable and Herb GardeningPreserving, Canning, and FermentingSourdough BakingForaging for Wild EdiblesKitchen Garden Design

Coverage Areas

The Larder

Hearth & Garden

Farm-to-Table Living

Latest Articles

A sun-drenched boho dining room featuring a rustic wooden table, eclectic tableware, lush plants, and rattan chairs, embodying a relaxed and natural aesthetic.

Boho Dining Room Trends See Unexpected Surge

Pinterest searches for 'boho dining chairs' skyrocketed by 300% in the last month, according to Pinterest Trends.

Jun 25, 2026 · 2 min read

A diverse collection of healthy houseplants arranged artfully, with subtle zodiac symbols integrated, bathed in soft, natural sunlight.

Hearth & Garden

Discover the Best Feng Shui Plants for Your Zodiac Sign

A recent survey reveals 70% of new plant buyers now seek advice tailored to their astrological sign.

Jun 21, 2026 · 3 min read

A minimalist kitchen with abundant natural light, featuring smart storage solutions that replace traditional upper cabinets, creating an open and organized feel.

Clever kitchen storage ideas transform spaces without upper cabinets

A 2023 Houzz report reveals a 35% surge in searches for 'kitchens without upper cabinets' year-over-year.

Jun 20, 2026 · 2 min read

Living room fireplace with custom built-in surround created from IKEA BILLY bookcases, painted to match the wall for a seamless look.

IKEA BILLY hack adds custom fireplace charm to living room

A recent DIY project transformed a living room fireplace into a charming built-in feature for just $582.

Jun 20, 2026 · 2 min read

A gardening expert proudly displays a lush garden filled with blooming foxgloves, showcasing resilient and valuable plant choices.

Hearth & Garden

Gardening Expert's Top Bang for Your Buck Plant Picks

After a harsh winter, AP gardening columnist Jessica Damiano's top-performing foxgloves not only survived but bloomed profusely, proving some new plants offer unexpected resilience and value.

Jun 19, 2026 · 2 min read

A homeowner stands in a dramatically decorated bathroom with emerald green tiles and leopard print wallpaper, looking regretful about the bold design choices.

Homeowner's Bold Bathroom Makeover Regret Emerges

Sarah Chen poured $30,000 into her bathroom, adorning it with emerald green subway tiles, a black toilet, and leopard print wallpaper.

Jun 19, 2026 · 3 min read

Customer smiling as they receive a custom-framed photo from a Michaels associate, showcasing the new 10-minute service.

Michaels expands in-store framing and printing services

Imagine holding a custom-framed, gift-boxed keepsake of your cherished digital photo in under ten minutes, all for just $29.

Jun 19, 2026 · 2 min read

A meticulously organized MegaMart supermarket aisle with products arranged in a precise, data-driven pattern, highlighting retail efficiency and optimized shelf styling.

MegaMart Drives Shift to Data-Optimized Shelf Styling

Starting Q3 2026, MegaMart will penalize suppliers whose products do not conform to its new "flow-optimized" shelf guidelines.

Jun 15, 2026 · 4 min read

A bright and airy modern boho-chic kitchen, formerly an 80s avocado green kitchen, transformed with thrift store finds for under $2,000.

Thrift store finds transform dated 80s kitchen into modern oasis

A homeowner in Portland, Oregon, transformed their dated 80s kitchen into a modern, boho-chic space for under $2,000.

Jun 15, 2026 · 4 min read

A person relaxing in a warm, inviting home sauna, experiencing relief from chronic back pain.

Home saunas reduce chronic back pain intensity and disability

Clinical trials reveal that just 10-15 minutes in a sauna, several times a week, can significantly reduce chronic low back pain and improve daily function, offering a surprisingly simple solution to a

Jun 15, 2026 · 2 min read

A sunlit living room corner showcasing Mackenzie-Childs' signature Courtly Check patterns in a whimsical, maximalist 'Whimsical Grandmillennial' interior design.

Mackenzie-Childs Cultivates Next Viral Instagram Home Decor Trend

Mackenzie-Childs, a name synonymous with whimsical, hand-painted ceramics, has pinpointed the 'Whimsical Grandmillennial' aesthetic for Instagram in 2026.

Jun 13, 2026 · 3 min read

A homeowner surveys a failed DIY landscaping project, highlighting common mistakes that lead to costly repairs and diminished property value.

Homeowners Make Costly Landscaping Errors, With Emerging Consequences

A recent survey reveals a stark truth: 70% of homeowners admit to at least one major landscaping regret within two years of a DIY project, often costing thousands to fix, according to a Survey of Home

Jun 13, 2026 · 3 min read

A bottle of disinfectant spray in a bathroom, with a subtle, ominous glow suggesting the hidden danger of antibiotic resistance.

Common disinfecting mistakes harming public health

By 2026, the very disinfectants we trust to protect us are, when misused, fueling antibiotic resistance, warns PMC .

Jun 12, 2026 · 2 min read

A sleek, sustainable cooling unit in a bright, plant-filled home, representing eco-friendly innovation and a commitment to a cooler planet.

IKEA Foundation Grants $25 Million for Sustainable Cooling Solutions

Every second for the next three decades, approximately ten new air conditioners will be sold, fueling a global cooling demand that already accounts for over 7% of annual greenhouse gas emissions, acco

Jun 11, 2026 · 2 min read

A suitcase placed on a hotel bed, with a few small, dark red bed bugs subtly visible on the white sheets near the luggage.

Travelers risk bed bugs by placing suitcases on hotel beds.

A single hotel night could cost you $2,500 in bed bug removal fees.

Jun 11, 2026 · 2 min read

A serene bedroom with muted sage green walls, a plush neutral bed, and soft natural light, designed for ultimate relaxation and restful sleep.

Designers Reveal Best Bedroom Colors for Ultimate Relaxation

When three leading interior designers were polled on the best bedroom colors for 2026, they surprisingly agreed on a shared philosophy for creating truly restful sleep spaces.

Jun 11, 2026 · 2 min read

A fully restored 1978 Volkswagen Westfalia camper van with a bright, modern interior, parked outdoors with solar panels on the roof.

Owners give 1970s camper a bright, modern revamp

Sarah Chen spent six months and $15,000 transforming a moldy 1978 Volkswagen Westfalia, bought for $5,000, into a vibrant, solar-powered mobile sanctuary.

Jun 11, 2026 · 3 min read

The Pur Plus 11-Cup Pitcher on a kitchen counter, showcasing its chic design and ability to purify water, removing lead and microplastics.

Pur Plus Pitcher Tackles Lead, Microplastics in Chic Design

In independent testing, the $40 Pur Plus 11-Cup Pitcher removed 100% of lead, arsenic, and uranium from water.

Jun 10, 2026 · 2 min read

A beautifully transformed vintage dresser, painted sage green with brass hardware, displayed in a sunlit, cozy room, showcasing a successful thrift flip.

Goodwill Dresser Transformed into Stunning Vintage Find

For just $29.99, one shopper transformed a humble Goodwill dresser into a custom piece that defies its thrift store origins, according to Lifecreated . Another dresser, acquired for $17, also became a

Jun 10, 2026 · 2 min read

A family safely enjoying a smokeless fire pit in their backyard at dusk, with clear space around the fire.

Safer Backyard Fire Pits: Essential Rules & Smokeless Options

Last year, emergency rooms treated over 5,000 injuries related to backyard fire pits.

Jun 10, 2026 · 3 min read