For the last three months I've been receiving 1-2 kilos of carrots in my vegetable box. This week I've received 3kg of carrots, both red and purple. I'm out of ideas for carrot-based meals for two. Suggestions? Our preferences and what we're tried are below the fold.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by tavegyl at 7:13 AM on May 2, 2024 (32 comments)

I'm looking for dishes where the taste, appearance or "wow factor" is much more than the effort, time or money put into the dish. For the purposes of this question, there are no other restrictions.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by NotLost at 4:18 PM on April 23, 2024 (55 comments)

I am a single person who cooks rarely. Despite that, last year I bought a 580 gram jar of Danish red cabbage. It contains cabbage, sugar, vinegar, plus apple and currant juice. The food expires (or goes past its "best by" date) in a few months. Why did I buy this? No idea. But red cabbage is nutritious. So please suggest ways I can eat this, especially if they do not involve complicated recipes or long cooking times. Thanks, hive mind!
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Bella Donna at 1:08 PM on March 29, 2024 (14 comments)

I found out this morning that my position is being eliminated with a scheduled last day of 2/9. So now what? I haven't had to do this since 2009.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by miratime at 12:13 PM on January 12, 2024 (14 comments)

You're preparing a special meal or snack board to celebrate the Winter Solstice. What are you serving? Drinks, dishes, nibbles, dessert ideas all appreciated.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by brookeb at 8:41 AM on December 19, 2023 (27 comments)

Please recommend your best moisturizer/barrier lotion to prevent chapped skin on your face (nose specifically) in the winter.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Mid at 3:26 PM on December 10, 2023 (24 comments)

#metafilterfundraiser2023 I finally figured out my chatfilter question!
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Jenny'sCricket at 2:45 PM on September 13, 2023 (49 comments)

What’s something that people would intuitively think there’s a lot of, or at least a few of, but really, there’s only one? E.g., Beethoven operas; time zones in China; US presidents who never married (thanks, Mchelly!).
posted to Ask MetaFilter by daisyace at 4:35 AM on June 28, 2023 (39 comments)

I'm learning French and I need to expand my vocabulary. I love watching process videos in English (think a trip to the pencil factory style vibe). Do you have any recommendations of what I could watch en français ?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by socky_puppy at 12:34 PM on April 5, 2023 (8 comments)

My daughter is 6 and is having her first drama-filled friendships. One of them is a friend who seems to really love her, but sometimes is also quite mean to her. I am looking for books suited to this age group that might help her learn some skills to deal with this.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by chaiminda at 4:10 PM on February 14, 2023 (10 comments)

What are we using for cheap cell service these days? I specifically need a service that will TELL me via text when I have exceeded my data limit and will be charged extra. I just discovered that I have been accidentally leaving my phone with wifi turned off and racking up insane bills with Spectrum and had no idea because they don't text me. So upset.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by HotToddy at 4:08 PM on November 3, 2022 (19 comments)

Am I insane for wanting to remove a bathroom from my house?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by pdb at 9:49 AM on April 9, 2011 (39 comments)

My 3 year old is about to start preschool at a nut-free school. What are some ideas for lunch that are PB&J-level easy and toddler-friendly? Searching for this online yields a lot of parenting blogs that think I'm going to bake scones or make homemade beef bourgignon every night.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Anonymousness at 8:33 PM on July 26, 2016 (37 comments)

I would love to know your favorite instant pot recipes that are as simple as humanly possible -- so, minimum prep, and only one step (close the pot).
posted to Ask MetaFilter by virve at 1:10 PM on September 13, 2022 (17 comments)

My father died and it's time for me to kick into gear as his executrix. But I dunno how you do that, though. Does anyone know where is that AskMe thread where everybody provided death checklists?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Don Pepino at 1:05 PM on September 10, 2022 (15 comments)

If you have had to be a person cleaning up after someone else has died, what were you not expecting?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Jenny'sCricket at 5:11 AM on December 30, 2021 (61 comments)

Chiac is a French/English dialect from the Canadian province of New Brunswick, fluidly mixing English loaner words into principally French speech. Listening to chiac as song lyrics can be a delightful -- or disorienting -- experience for people, especially those with passing knowledge but not fluency in French. There are a lot of opportunities to find out, as there's no shortage of bands and musicians who record in chiac, from rap like Radio Radio's "Cliché Hot" to Lisa LeBlanc's "Gossip" to the bonkers brilliance of P'tit Belliveau's "Income Tax".
posted to MetaFilter by Shepherd at 5:16 PM on August 27, 2022 (39 comments)

What should I send friends as pick-me-up gifts? What would you like to receive as a pick-me-up gift?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by dearwassily at 6:09 AM on August 19, 2022 (28 comments)

A free "workbook on the kind of bullshit you need to do when someone you love dies", available as a "version with lots of swearing at the useless, shitty situation you're in" or a "version with a fair amount of black humor but no cursewords". Including "Prepare to spend a long and miserable time on the phone," "Depressing Mad Libs" (obituary templates), "So You Suddenly Have To Become Some Kind of Hacker," and "How to plan a non-religious death party". Published 2019.
posted to MetaFilter by brainwane at 9:37 AM on July 1, 2022 (27 comments)

If you had to boil your kitchen gear down to maybe a couple of storage bins to carry between short-term rentals, what would you take?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Lyn Never at 9:55 AM on April 9, 2022 (32 comments)

I’ve recently tossed all of my random Pyrex and Tupperware containers and switched to 10 of the same plastic Rubbermaid containers. It’s such a game changer. I’m thinking what are other things where you routinely have multiple types of but you should just get identical versions?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by sandmanwv at 4:51 AM on August 11, 2022 (59 comments)

I hate breakfast and didn't grow up with it, but it's ruining my life that I don't have a regular breakfast eating habit. Help me out with helping form one?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by yueliang at 4:34 PM on August 9, 2022 (65 comments)

How do you relax at home after a long day without the involvement of screens and cheap dopamine?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by luminary at 6:06 AM on July 25, 2022 (41 comments)

I'm in the early planning stages for some major renovations to my kitchen and multiple bathrooms in my house. I'm looking for some inspiration, especially for clever things I may not think of on my own. I'd love to know what things delight you in your own kitchen/bathroom. Do you have an amazing cabinet organizer, color combination, countertop material, sink feature, type of tile, showerhead, faucet... anything that you're glad you have or think is awesome? Please share. Photos and specific product recommendations more than welcome!
posted to Ask MetaFilter by pupstocks at 3:13 PM on August 14, 2021 (75 comments)

I want stories about people who are choosing to stay in the U.S., especially if they could leave and especially if they are parents. I have my own numerous reasons I am staying, but in my social group, there is so much casual conversation about leaving and its framed in an awful way. I would love stories others have shared about why they are choosing to stay and how they are grounding their lives here.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by neematoad at 7:20 AM on July 20, 2022 (41 comments)

I enjoy British mystery/detective books, particularly if in an ongoing series. There are obviously many options in this area. What should I read next? Details of what I have read and liked inside!
posted to Ask MetaFilter by cpatterson at 2:31 AM on July 16, 2022 (24 comments)

What are your favorite mundane items? I want to own the best box cutter, oven mitts, key ring, wallet, dog collar and lead, notebook, pen, reusable shopping bag, bed sheets, sponge, dish washing brush, lint remover, and _______ on the planet. What's something you own that's amazing and you think everyone should own? Price is no object — what's a thing you bought and never want (or need) to switch to another?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by dobbs at 7:44 PM on March 26, 2022 (120 comments)

Do any language courses focus on quickly *returning you* to decent language skills? I took years of French in high school and would love to prepare for a French fluency exam as quickly as possible. I need to review everything but I don't need to spend hours on "bonjour, ça va?" if that makes sense. Any recommendations would be welcome!
posted to Ask MetaFilter by slidell at 1:13 PM on January 17, 2022 (12 comments)

Due to a number of decades of living plus a year of weight loss, I have lots of clothes and shoes I no longer want to keep. For the sort of average-condition or more basic items I have started a box for Goodwill, but I have probably a dozen pairs of nice jeans and pants (some never worn omg*), and a lot of size 11 women's leather shoes worn only a few times or once, or never, because I have had some terrible shopping habits. I would like to maybe sell these.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Glinn at 7:23 AM on June 26, 2021 (9 comments)

We just got a nice new dishwasher and I'm not sure of the best way to use it.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by pdb at 10:02 AM on April 28, 2021 (14 comments)

I used to enjoy leafing through the various full color mail order catalogs that would show up in the mail like a force of nature. i haven't received any catalogs in years and years, but I'm tempted to sign up for some just so I can leaf through them and marvel at this brave world that has such things in it. What catalogs might I want to order?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by moonmilk at 3:04 PM on November 10, 2020 (42 comments)

The Fable Cottage - classic fairytales retold in modern English, French, Spanish, Italian and German, with native-speaker audio and other nice features for language learners.
posted to MetaFilter by Wolfdog at 12:33 PM on January 20, 2019 (3 comments)

Dear all, after my mum and best friend died this year I am struggling finding space and getting understanding from my flatmate. I wonder what is ok for me to expect and how I can best deal with the situation I am in when I have very little energy.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by eternitypost at 3:30 PM on September 18, 2018 (12 comments)

It's hot. Give me your no-cook or minimally cooked recipes so I can eat well but not make my 90 degree apartment any hotter.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by geegollygosh at 4:11 PM on May 26, 2018 (31 comments)

Good Saturday evening, MetaFilter! I'm a little slow to post this week because MY AIR CONDITIONING DIED so there was all the drama of working over a hot computer in 90 degree heat while waiting for the repair guy. ANYWAY, not that my house is cooling back off, I desperately want to know your favorite hot-weather recipes -- things that taste good in the heat, or things that you don't need to turn on the stove for, or things that just taste like summer. Go!
posted to MetaTalk by Eyebrows McGee at 6:40 PM on May 26, 2018 (169 comments)

Just what it says on the tin. I am tired of coconut vanilla sweetpea hydrangea mint or whatever and I like clean, fresh scents that are more reminiscent of fresh laundry than anything I'd eat or decorate with.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by xyzzy at 2:15 AM on October 16, 2017 (29 comments)

Can you recommend a good book (or website or other resource) about home maintenance? We are buying our first home this summer and need guidance on all sorts of things.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by sutel at 10:40 AM on May 24, 2012 (13 comments)

Find a pick-your-own farm near you! Then learn to can and freeze! On this charmingly Web 1.0 site, you can learn via rainbow-colored Comic Sans how to find a pick-your-own food farm near you (or add and correct listings), and how to pick and preserve just about anything you can imagine.
posted to MetaFilter by showbiz_liz at 7:31 PM on August 2, 2014 (14 comments)

Looking for easy/cheap/healthy vegetarian lunches
posted to Ask MetaFilter by fishmasta at 9:27 PM on February 22, 2014 (29 comments)

I'm getting my hair dyed (well, highlighted) for the first time tomorrow. When should I work out? Should I keep using sulfate-free shampoo, or should I switch to special stuff for dyed hair? BONUS: give me stories about being extremely happy after dying your hair :).
posted to Ask MetaFilter by obviousresistance at 12:33 PM on August 14, 2013 (19 comments)

Help me with my hair color.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by mintchip at 9:45 PM on July 25, 2007 (9 comments)

I haven't colored my own hair in over 10 years, and the last time I did I used salon products sold to me by my hairdresser. Those products aren't available to me now, so I'm looking for a decent store-bought brand (or at least something available to non-professionals).
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Koko at 5:25 PM on April 23, 2011 (18 comments)

DoYogaWithMe.com is a free, constantly expanding resource of online yoga videos created by a passionate group of experienced instructors. Our yoga videos include classes, poses, breathing techniques and anatomy videos. Search their entire collection by difficulty, length, style, and teacher or start in the Beginner's Studio. Yoga has a unique way of strengthening and toning your body, improving flexibility and enhancing your sense of well being.

Clear some of your floor, put on some comfy clothes, turn off your other electronics and turn on a video. Hopefully, this will be the beginning of that great journey for you!

posted to MetaFilter by Blasdelb at 4:40 PM on January 8, 2014 (28 comments)

About 70% of the time, I do not enjoy cooking. The prep, the process, the cleaning up (oh God, the cleaning up). I feel like I have exhausted my repertoire of minimal-prep / minimal-cleanup weekday evening meals. Can you help me come up with some new ones? And it would be great if they were actually tasty and heavy on the vegetables as I am trying to get more of those into my diet. Bonus points for food that I can make ahead in bulk and take to work for a few days.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Ziggy500 at 7:23 AM on October 31, 2013 (35 comments)

You have long hair. You exercise often. What is your routine?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by lovableiago at 6:42 PM on June 19, 2012 (34 comments)

Hair and Makeup Experts! Take me, a mid-twenties female, from "looking good" to looking like a *bombshell*. I'm decent at fashion/style, but there's something about hair and makeup I'm not getting right to look my best.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Dukat at 8:53 AM on November 13, 2010 (53 comments)

I have shoulder length, straight, dense, ultra-fine hair. What are some cute hairstyles I can pull off that don't rely on heat styling?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Viola at 11:42 AM on December 1, 2011 (5 comments)

I need suggestions for updos (up-dos?) for someone who has fine, thin, and limp (no volume) hair. And some helpful tips/suggestions/resources for getting better at keeping my hair looking nice. A huge novel inside.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by driedmango at 9:20 AM on July 29, 2013 (25 comments)

How come the only color that looks OK on me is blue?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Dansaman at 4:15 PM on September 19, 2013 (15 comments)

What kinds of offbeat/unique things do you do (or have you done) on a regular or irregular basis with your friends or family members?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by st starseed at 4:33 AM on July 9, 2013 (35 comments)