• 20 for 20: People Magazine feature #6

    20 for 20: People Magazine feature #6

    People Magazine Half Their Size X6 Wow! Every time I get an opportunity to be featured in People Magazine’s “Half Their Size” issues I’m astonished. I’m overwhelmed that my story is STILL relevant and timely and I’m also amazed that I always seem well prepared. What it’s taught me is that…

  • Quinoa-Chickpea warm or fall salad🍃🍅🌿

    Quinoa-Chickpea warm or fall salad🍃🍅🌿

    It’s not often I come across a recipe that’s delicious warm or cold, but this salad creates and breaks the mold. It’s HOT, and salads and smoothies are in season. This Quinoa-Chickpea creation is delightful warm or fresh out of the meal prep fridge. The quinoa leaves you feeling full and…

  • Blueberry-Berta Smoothie Bowl

    Blueberry-Berta Smoothie Bowl

    We’re in the middle of a heatwave here in NYC, and I’ve been doing double workouts for a few weeks now. When I get home from work I want something easy and filling – but ALSO delicious. My go-to’s are usually smoothies because I always have the ingredients to make something…

  • Sip Teahouse Tastings🍵

    Sip Teahouse Tastings🍵

    In the spirit of wellness and self-care, I practice a few “rituals” daily. Eating healthy, positive exercise for the brain and the body and a vigorous teeth brushing routine (i LOVE a clean mouth – don’t ask) are just a few habits to mention. I’ll admit, there are some self-care areas I’m lacking…

  • seeds to growth 🌱🌶️🌶️🌶️ Thai peppers in Harlem

    seeds to growth 🌱🌶️🌶️🌶️ Thai peppers in Harlem

    Koh Sumoi, Thailand Last spring while in Thailand I sampled, then obtained some gorgeously spicy peppers. When I say obtained – I mean I stole them right off the plate the waiter gave me. He had just picked them off of the growing bushes that surrounded the inside of the…

  • Magic Potions 🍋🍵🌶️

    Magic Potions 🍋🍵🌶️

    To keep hydrated, I’m all about infusing anything that has a root, but there are a few other fail-safes I use for detox, metabolism boosting and debloating. Here are a few quick “potions” you can practice daily for hydrating health and peace of mind. On any given day, I’m mixing up one of these solutions…

  • Lemon-Blackberry-Basil Infused Cubes🍋💦🌿

    Lemon-Blackberry-Basil Infused Cubes🍋💦🌿

    Infused ice cubes! A really simple and INTERESTING way to stay hydrated this summer. I bought a bunch of ice cube molds for entertaining purposes and thought why not try this quick and easy idea with the stuff I commonly have in my fridge. 4 ingredients create this really gorgeous execution. I used…

  • Tabb Tip: All Natural Dope Soaps 🛁

    Tabb Tip: All Natural Dope Soaps 🛁

    I’m in love with these natural handmade soaps. I’m always looking for new natural ways to enhance my beauty regiment. We are all aging by the hour so I’m mindful of not only the things I put into my body but also what I put on my skin. My motto – keep it…

  • Simple, Summer-Strawberry Infused Water🍓🌿🍋

    Simple, Summer-Strawberry Infused Water🍓🌿🍋

    The unofficial start of the summer is here. It’s Memorial Day weekend, so bring on the white dresses, seersucker suits, and summer Fridays! My infused concoctions are a year-round love of hydration for me, but, in the summer, when hosting they REALLY begin shine. Create this quick infusing when hosting, I paired…