That mild chill in the air can mean only one thing: it's Fall in NYC! I've always been a summer-loving girl, but for some reason, this year, I couldn't wait for the arrival of Autumn. I longed for cooler temps and lightweight, cozy knits, but most of all I couldn't wait for the joys of layering! So when I spotted the Life In Motion jacket in Banana Republic's New Arrivals, I knew it would be my go-to coat of the season.
Read MoreI feel like I need to have a neon flashing disclaimer that reads THIS IS NOT REAL MEAT! As a plant-based blogger, this burger looks like I've gone rogue, but I haven't. Welcome to the Beyond Meat burger made with pea protein, and packed with so much flavor and balanced texture that you'll be adding it to your dinner rotation stat.
Read MoreIf you're like me, then you're always trying to find ways to jazz up that quinoa we always seem to have on hand. You know what I'm talking about, right? While it's simple to make and super versatile, sometimes I find myself making the same quinoa and kale salad day after day. So I decided to undergo a quinoa makeover starting with a stunning, tasty combo featuring summer fresh tomatoes, purple carrots, radicchio, fennel and tangy tahini.
Read MoreI've had a longstanding love affair with everything rose-related for quite some time now. So it's no surprise that when it came time to create a signature cocktail for our rehearsal dinner, I immediately started brainstorming how to incorporate one of my favorite all-purpose blooms with another one of my favorites: champagne!
Read MoreNavigating the world of soaps can get complicated with all of the different options available today. These little bars are tasked with keeping our largest organ, our skin, clean, so it’s important to understand the difference between the commercial products that can strip the skin of its precious properties and the natural soaps that actually deliver the ultimate goal of cleansing with some bonus benefits.
Read MoreIt might look alien and have a strong odor (ok, strong is putting it mildly), but this prickly, surprisingly pleasant tasting, smelly fruit is actually so full health benefits it's worth trying it once to see if you like it. In this video we explore the health benefits of durian, how to cut it, and how to use it in your skincare regimen. Living in NYC, we have easy access to it in our Chinatown markets. So if you come across it at a local specialty market or along your travels, here's what you can do with it.
Read MoreWith the cold weather season upon us, one of my favorite ways to warm up is with a soothing, deliciously warm herbal bath. When it comes to bath teas or soaks, there are a few go-to ingredients commonly found in most products, such as calendula, chamomile, lavender and rose. These flowers are carefully chosen for their antioxidant and rejuvenating properties, as well as powerful aromatherapy that can soothe and heal both the skin and mind. There are, however, other overlooked herbs and flowers that you can explore as you seek to add variety to your bath (and/or tea) ritual, such as immortelle and mallow. In today's blog we'll explore these two ingredients and teach you how to make an easy DIY bath tea soak!
Read MoreWhen we talk about some of the most potent properties in our favorite nontoxic green beauty products, a number of ingredients come to mind, such as white willow bark, evening primrose, carrot seed oil, and barbary fig seed oil/prickly pear seed oil (to name a few). These ingredients are all-natural superstars, but you probably don’t have them lying around in your cupboard or easy access to them in their purest form. What you do have access to, however, are a number of highly effective herbs and plants that will become staples for your DIY clean beauty regimen. This two-part series will educate you on exactly what these natural gems are, and help you choose the ones that are best for your skin type and needs.
Read MoreIf you're on Instagram, then you're probably no stranger to the world of acai bowls. Just explore #acai on Insta, and a sea of purple creations emerges. Whether you're a part of this trend or still new to it, the power of acai is undeniable and its popularity is well deserved. But did you know you can add this superfood to your skincare routine with a brightening facial that boasts amazing anti-aging results, too?
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