The Deep Dive: Cozy Time

Endless winter weather getting you down? This week, we’re diving into everything cozy! Hygge (hyü-guh) is a Danish term that reflects a coziness that leads to contentment and comfort, a pleasing togetherness. We got you covered with things to help you capture that feeling for yourself as you await spring. Ahh, I feel better already.🧣☕️🧦

Yours in media,
Elizabeth He, Visual Communications Editor

Create the Vibe

How to Host a Hygge Holiday Party: Get Cozy, Embrace Imperfection

Forget the party dresses and uncomfortable shoes. Toss the fussy canapés, and instead, simmer the soup. It’s all about comfort. Keep it casual.

Braincraft: The Unexpected Effects of Knitting

Knitting is a fun craft and the benefits (beyond the fashionable scarves or sweaters) might just surprise you. Fuzzy yarn for the win!

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW: Comfort Furniture

Check out Sebastian Clarke’s appraisal of a Comfort Furniture Co. Chaise Longue, ca. 1900. How much is it worth?

Recipe of the Week

Chocolate & Churros from Mexico: One Plate at a Time with Rick Bayless

Mexican hot chocolate mixed with sweet baked churros. Mmmm, now that’s comfort food. Get the recipes.

Cozy Shows (Blanket Required)

MASTERPIECE: The Durrells in Corfu

Keeley Hawes (Bodyguard, Line of Duty, Mrs. Wilson) stars as an intrepid widow decamping from dreary England to a sun-drenched Greek island with her four recalcitrant children, ages 11 to 21, in this charming and witty adaptation of Gerald Durrell’s memoir, My Family and Other Animals, and its two sequels. Escape our dreary weather for the Greek seaside.

Craft in America

After you’ve learned knitting, explore the vitality, history, and significance of the craft movement in the U.S. and its impact on our nation’s rich cultural heritage. Get inspired.

People of the North

Embark on a flavorful journey through Northern Europe where hygge began, from the fjords to remote villages. Discover local cuisine, hidden traditions, and inspiring stories of people deeply connected to land and sea. Escape to the north!

Austin City Limits: Samara Joy

Five-time Grammy®-winning jazz vocalist Samara Joy dazzles with gorgeous vocals and exciting arrangements. Get lost in the music.

Enjoy the Moment

• One-Minute Meditation for Reducing Stress: Here’s how you can experience the serene benefits of meditation in just sixty seconds. Breathe in ... and out ...
• Hobby Hunting: Hand-Poured Candles: Looking for a new hobby? Candle-making is extremely satisfying, fun to do, and smells amazing! Create some ambient lighting, a cozy must-have. 
• We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes: This book is a heartfelt, funny, messy family drama that is full of surprises. It’s a reminder that even the family we think we can’t forgive may have something to teach us about love. Grab a snuggly blanket and a warm beverage and get swept away. 
• Wild Scandinavia: Life on the Edge Scandinavia’s wild and unpredictable coast is a place of haunting beauty. It’s home to sea eagles, otters, base jumpers, and orca. Meet these cute animals.

Dive into America 250

Old North Church Uncovers Painted Angels

Famous for its role in Paul Revere’s historic ride, Boston’s Old North Church has embarked on its own journey to restore the artwork that graced its walls during the American Revolution. Let’s go behind the walls.

Off Topic

1. MASTERPIECE has a reputation to uphold: 55 years of trailblazing performances, definitive adaptations of classic literature, and unparalleled quality. Find out what’s coming up in 2026 on MASTERPIECE.
2. Carlos “The Codfather” Rafael dominated the most valuable fishing port in the United States, and no one is quite sure how he did it. But in 2015, when undercover federal agents offered to buy his business, Carlos opened his books. Why? Listen to the new podcast “Catching the Codfather.”
3. The World’s host joins GBH’s All Things Considered to celebrate 30 years on the air and reflect on songs that stood the test of time. Here are Marco Werman’s picks from 30 years of global music.