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Beyond the menu, a lot goes into creating the alluring nature of a bar. The glow of the lighting, plush booths for lounging, the artwork hanging on the walls. But one of the most popular types of decor that bars reach for are plants, adorning their shelves, walls and counters with cascading pothos or wiry spider plants to add a lush touch to their spaces.  Now, the shops many of these plants come from are transforming into bars themselves. The boutique plant store is becoming the new neighborhood watering hole, as more of them are doubling as wine and cocktail bars. Many of these concepts got their start during the pandemic, when indoor plant sales boomed. Americans spent more than $2 billion on indoor plants and accessories in 2021 compared to $1.3 billion in 2019, according to The National Gardening Association . But as owners saw other plant shops and small businesses around them shutter post-pandemic, they knew retail concepts had to evolve. “It was very obvious that just plants

Irresistibly crispy Smashed Brussels Sprouts are  simple to make, loaded with delicious flavor, and have the best crunchy texture. These pair well with almost any protein and will definitely upgrade your side dish game! Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe Nutrient-Rich Side: Smashed Brussels sprouts taste wonderful and are loaded with vitamins and fiber. You’ll want to make these on the regular! Simple: You only need four ingredients and 20 minutes of prep time to have a healthy snack or side dish to go with creamy Tuscan garlic chicken , grilled tri-tip , or any main dish you can think of! Delicious Flavor and Texture:  These are not only flavorful, but they also have an amazing crunchy texture. Even kids gobble these up! Crispy Smashed Brussels Sprouts Smashed Brussels sprouts are a spin-off the very popular and very delicious smashed potatoes recipe . They’re just as easy to make and are the perfect side dish or appetizer. I might even like these more than smashed potato