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Articles in Feb 2006 issue of Sunset

• Branches
  by Kathleen N. Brenzel
• The spice trade: in the West, Indian's the new fusion
  by Kate Washington
• The best thing about best places
  by Lawrence W. Cheek
• It's time to enter our reader contests
• Favorite boxed chocolates
  by Amy Traverso
• Green retreat; In Taos, New Mexico, Tom Worrell's El Monte Sagrado resort offers luxury with a social conscience. Gretchen Reynolds explores a hideaway that asks the question: can you save the Earth on $1,095 a night?
  by Gretchen Reynolds
• The directory
• Your guide to the West
• Warm and modern: design advice from an interiors expert
  by Jaime Gross
• Where the wild things are: choose the right plants to attract birds and butterflies
  by Judy Wigand
• Heart smart: a longer life starts with simple steps you can take right now
  by Sheila Schmitz
• Cozy pillows
  by Abigail Peterson
• From kitchen to kibble
• Romantic redwoods: waves, wine, and great grub on the Mendocino coast
  by Amy Wolf
• Life in the burbs
  by Katie Tamony
• Entry facelift: a narrow planting bed refreshes a front yard
  by Julie Chai
• Our power foods: western harvests offer nutrition to thrive on
  by Molly Watson
• Worth its salt
  by Peter Fish
• Star bars: city hotels that offer great spirits and soul
  by Peter Fish
• Love the chef
  by Lisa Taggart
• Sweet and tangy: rosemary lamb makes a classic sandwich classy
  by Emma Smith
• Secret to success
  by Lori Bergvall
• Walking in the rain: the East Bay has the perfect trail for celebrating the weather
  by Abigail Peterson
• Lake Las Vegas: Nevada's newest resort center has more nature than neon
  by Peter Fish
• Spots for biscuits
  by Kristine M. Carber
• Shades of spring: a secret bloom stays hidden till you switch on the light
  by Sheila Schmitz
• Good moves: 7 easy ways to watch your weight
  by Lisa McKinnon
• More from our online idea file
• What to do in your garden in February
  by Julie Chai
• Dinner makeovers: turn comfort food into health food
  by Amy Traverso
• Our own Lance? The West Coast hosts the largest U.S. bike race ever—and this guy hopes to win
  by Rachel Levin
• Kidding around: creative ways to turn part of any room into a play space
  by Jess Chamberlain
• Napa Valley Mustard Festival: thirteenth annual season of sensational wine country events showcasing the food, wine & art of Napa Valley
• Cinderella story: a fireplace makeover transforms a family room
  by Peter O. Whiteley
• Santa Cruz spirit: check out the west side's best side—art, pastries, even artisan gin
  by Lisa Taggart
• Snow day
  by Abigail Peterson
• Fresh and satisfying, seafood chowders take the chill off winter
  by Molly Watson
• Vivid valentines
  by Abigail Peterson
• Portland for less: a low-key weekend of cafes, gardens, shops, and breweries
  by Lisa Taggart
• Fresh pummelo: try grapefruit's sweeter, milder cousin
  by Linda Lau Anusasananan
• February favorites: recipes from our readers, tested in Sunset's kitchen
  by Molly Watson
• Gardens in glass: small, shapely plants make long-lasting tabletop displays
  by Kathleen N. Brenzel
• Healthy party bites: serve these tasty snacks to your friends—and share the care
  by Emma Smith
• Wallpaper stylist
  by Alexandria Abramian-Mott
• Desert oasis: discover a lush 60-foot waterfall in Palm Springs
  by David Lansing
• Best places to live
  by Lawrence W. Cheek
• Getting out the door: experts around the West say start slow, work up, and get fit with friends
  by Lisa Taggart