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Yum Alert: Raw Chocolate Smoothie
Tweet This is like a rich chocolate milkshake without the milk, the exorbitant calorie count, and the self-loathing that comes [...]
This is like a rich chocolate milkshake without the milk, the exorbitant calorie count, and the self-loathing that comes with repeated milkshake ingestion. Recipe and image via Savory Simple. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon raw honey 1 medium banana 2 tablespoons raw peanut butter 1 1/2 tablespoons raw cacao powder 1/2 cup almond milk, either store-bought or homemade For preparation instructions, click... More...
By emilyc • May 19th, 2013 • Category: Adult Health, Dining, Family Health, Food, FOOD AND TRAVEL, HEALTH, Mom Health, Recipes
Chanel Resort 2014
Tweet First of all, I can’t believe we’re even discussing 2014. I’m still not comfortable writing 2013 as the date [...]
First of all, I can’t believe we’re even discussing 2014. I’m still not comfortable writing 2013 as the date on anything. Chanel’s Resort 2014 collection provides looks for a vast array of occasions – not just resort-ish ones. Take a look at Karl Lagerfeld’s creations for the following instances: For hiding a pregnancy. For showing a pregnancy. For when you h... More...
By emilyc • May 18th, 2013 • Category: Bottoms, Dresses, FASHION, Jewelry, Outerwear, Shoes and Accessories, Tops
Yum Alert: Figs with Blue Cheese & Honey
Tweet If you’re not the blue cheese type, feel free to move on, but figs with blue cheese and honey [...]
If you’re not the blue cheese type, feel free to move on, but figs with blue cheese and honey are a combination made in gourmand heaven. Recipe and image via Use Real Butter. Ingredients: 2 dozen fresh figs (brown turkey in this case) 4 oz. Gorgonzola dolce blue cheese, room temperature a good honey candied walnuts (optional) For preparation instructions, click here. Related PostsYum Alert... More...
By emilyc • May 18th, 2013 • Category: Dining, Food, FOOD AND TRAVEL, Recipes
5 Ways Papaya Can Improve Your Health
Tweet The first time I had papaya, I was already over it, but then someone told me to try it [...]
The first time I had papaya, I was already over it, but then someone told me to try it with lime squeezed on it – my life changed. It was everything. You must try it. For added incentive, here are five ways papaya can improve your health (including making you prettier). Improve your skin. The high levels of valuable nutrients in papaya help fend off free radicals, which means prett... More...
By emilyc • May 17th, 2013 • Category: Adult Health, Dining, Family Health, Food, FOOD AND TRAVEL, HEALTH, Mom Health
Yum Alert: Cantaloupe Tea Daiquiri
Tweet It’s time to start the weekend, and this cocktail will kick it off in a refreshing summer-esque way (even [...]
It’s time to start the weekend, and this cocktail will kick it off in a refreshing summer-esque way (even though it’s been a fall-esque week in NYC). As cocktails go, this one’s pretty healthy with coconut milk, fruit, and tea. So it’s basically what I had for breakfast. Ingredients: 1 ½ oz. Numi Emperor’s Pu-erh Tea 1 ½ oz. Van Gogh BLUE Vodka 3 oz. Frozen Cubed Canta... More...
By emilyc • May 17th, 2013 • Category: BEAUTY
Bon Bon Hedgehog
Tweet Hedgehogs may not normally be your cute animal of choice, but when they fit inside a chocolate box, all [...]
Hedgehogs may not normally be your cute animal of choice, but when they fit inside a chocolate box, all bets are off. How crazily cute is this tiny baby hedgehog? The chocolates may melt, but this little guy melts hearts. Image [via] Related PostsCute Spotting: Bunnies Are a Dog’s Best Friend What is this cute animal and where can I get one? Cute Spotting: Unicorn Dog Cute Spotting: Littl... More...
By emilyc • May 17th, 2013 • Category: ENTERTAINMENT
Yum Alert: Crunchy Cashew Thai Quinoa Salad
Tweet This crunchy Thai quinoa salad is vegan, gluten-free, and a complete crowd-pleaser. It’s extra healthy, and the nutritious ingredients [...]
This crunchy Thai quinoa salad is vegan, gluten-free, and a complete crowd-pleaser. It’s extra healthy, and the nutritious ingredients make it a complete meal. How easy is that? Recipe and image via Ambitious Kitchen. Ingredients: ¾ cup uncooked quinoa 1-2 cups shredded red cabbage, depending on how much crunch you like 1 red bell pepper, diced ½ red onion, diced 1 cup shredded carrots ½ cup c... More...
By emilyc • May 16th, 2013 • Category: Dining, Food, FOOD AND TRAVEL, HEALTH, Recipes
10 Animals Being Fabulous
Tweet These are the Anna Wintours, the Elizabeth Taylors, the Andre Leon Talleys, and the Ru Pauls of the animal [...]
Tweet These are the Anna Wintours, the Elizabeth Taylors, the Andre Leon Talleys, and the Ru Pauls of the animal kingdom. They are fabulous, and they are fully aware of just how fabulous they are. They sashay their way through the jungle and work it and serve it. Fierce, honey. Images [via] and [via]
By emilyc • May 16th, 2013 • Category: BEAUTY, ENTERTAINMENT, FASHION
Yum Alert: Gwyneth Paltrow Brownies
Tweet This is Gwyneth Paltrow’s recipe, so it’s, like, healthy, but still a delicious dessert. She basically summed up these [...]
This is Gwyneth Paltrow’s recipe, so it’s, like, healthy, but still a delicious dessert. She basically summed up these brownies in a metaphorical statement in Harpers Bazaar: “You know, I use organic products, but I get lasers. It’s what makes life interesting – finding the balance between cigarettes and tofu,” or in this case, between spelt flour and straight-up choco... More...
By emilyc • May 15th, 2013 • Category: CELEBS, Dining, Food, FOOD AND TRAVEL, Recipes
Link Love: Beauty Secrets Edition
Tweet Giada de Laurentiis’ beauty secrets [Real Beauty] Get glowing skin on the reg [Beauty Blogging Junkie] Eat these superfoods, [...]
Giada de Laurentiis’ beauty secrets [Real Beauty] Get glowing skin on the reg [Beauty Blogging Junkie] Eat these superfoods, and get more gorgeous [iVillage] Learn the secrets of modern dating with this field guide [I Have A Degree In This] The 5 worst online dating message mistakes [Funny Not Slutty] The surprising benefits of power naps [Endless Beauty] Tommy Hilfiger gave Nicki Minaj a $32... More...
By emilyc • May 15th, 2013 • Category: Advice, BEAUTY, CELEBS, Cosmetics, Dating, ENTERTAINMENT, Events, FASHION, Food, FOOD AND TRAVEL, Hair, HEALTH, Nails, Skin, Wedding
