Just hearing the words “pork belly” can make a person feel a little weird, especially when it’s thought of as a delicacy. I must admit that initially I was a little turned off and opposed to even trying it because it doesn’t sound appetizing. But when I found out that pork belly is where bacon […]Read Post ›
I’ve often wondered why there’s one day out of the year in which we celebrate those we love. I’ve come to the conclusion that because Valentine’s Day is the official “love” day, we should use it as the perfect excuse to treat yourself and/or the one(s) you care for. Every girl loves jewelry and flowers […]Read Post ›
Cinco de Mayo is tomorrow and what better way to celebrate than with some amazing margaritas. As far as tequila goes, I’m pretty snobby when it comes to good quality alcohol so I favor Patron Silver, but use what you have on hand or whatever tequila you like. You can serve these with a Mexican […]Read Post ›
One of my favorite meals is a cheeseburger, fries, and coke (and this is my ultimate splurge meal on cheat days). What’s not to love about this all-american meal? It has meat, dairy, vegetables, and grains- all in one! But let’s be honest. It’s not exactly the most healthy meal and can easily triple the […]Read Post ›
Every spring, I look forward to some of my favorite fruits and vegetables being in season. These favorites include artichokes, asparagus, pineapple, strawberries, rhubarb, and Belgian endive. From smoothies to salads to stir fry, I’m always looking for new recipes that are quick, colorful, and healthy. One of the easiest ways to get a good […]Read Post ›
Ever heard the saying, “eat like the French do”? There’s a logical reason behind that and I wholeheartedly believe that Parisians have the secret to healthy eating. How else are they able to appear so thin and fabulous?! French cuisine seems to be all about enjoying an ‘experience’ during mealtime, which is why lunch is […]Read Post ›
If you’re like me, you’re probably having a hard time even pronouncing acai, so why would you want to create your own bowl? Well, let me break it down for you. Acai (which is pronounced ah-sah-ee) is a small black/purple berry similar to a grape. They’re harvested on palms in Brazil and is one of […]Read Post ›
The rediscovery of pomegranate may have died down in the past few years, however this ancient antioxidant can’t be denied its health benefits which is all the reason why we should continue to pursue this forgotten fruit in our diets. The juice alone may be effective in reducing heart disease, lowering blood pressure, and inhibiting […]Read Post ›
What are your favorite childhood snacks? I grew up on Oreos, Cool Ranch Doritos, White Cheddar Cheez Its, Hostess Cupcakes, and Little Debbies. All very bad junk food items, but oh so delicious! It’s very obvious that these types of foods are not good for your health as they offer no nutritious value whatsoever. But […]Read Post ›
Discovering overnight oats has been huge for me. For one, I am not a morning person. I wake up, hit the snooze button a few times, and get up at the very last minute with just enough time to get dressed and out the door. With that said, I never have time to make a […]Read Post ›
When I want something hot and steamy (in a mug), I typically go for a cappuccino or latte. Sometimes even an herbal tea. But it wasn’t until this winter when I started craving a good old fashioned mug of hot chocolate. However, I wasn’t a fan of the instant variety with those freeze dried marshmallows […]Read Post ›
Whether you had them during your broke college days, while you were growing up poor, or tried them at a noodle shop on your last vacation to Shanghai- Ramen noodles has come a long way and has been known to have many different variations than just noodles and broth. The origin of ramen is still […]Read Post ›
Now that we are in the midst of winter, my go to drink of choice has been hot cocoa (new post coming soon on how to jazz up this classic winter beverage). But ever since receiving a Nutribullet for Christmas, I have branched out into the world of making smoothies. Not only is it a […]Read Post ›
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