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Mango-Jicama Summer Slaw
Somehow, 2020 has become the summer of slaw for me. I have never been a fan of this drippy, seemingly pointless side. Coleslaw has always seemed like a BBQ afterthought, the side you skip over for the potato salad. The side that is always thrown out at the end of the day because no…
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Pink Grapefruit-Feta Salad
Looking to spruce up lunch or dinner with an interestingly flavorful salad? Try this delicious grapefruit featured creation. I’m a huge fan of grapefruits, I like the bold citrus flavor and the tartness. I also like bold flavors like feta cheese, put both together and you create a light but tasty low-everything salad. I…
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Keep what you have CONTROL of
I admit I feel most unsafe when I feel like I don’t have control. Maybe that makes me a control freak but I have built my life around creating a safe environment for myself. I do this with intent, and with well thought out long-lasting decisions. When I am encountered with situations where the…
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Golden Beet Salad
A quick and easy salad inspired by ingredients found in my biweekly produce box. Beets are always interesting vegetable to work with but can be a bit intimidating. Fresh or cooked they are bursting with sweet but rustic flavors. Try this salad when you are low on time but looking for a guilt-free, but…
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Perfect Picnicking + Blistered Shishitos🌱
Summer weather is finally here and it’s time for some picnicking! I love a good picnic, paired with fresh foods, chilled prosecco, and warm sun. Forget prepackaged foods that may be a little easier to pick up and give yourself about 30 minutes to prep perfect snacks for fun in the sun. Here are…
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Shop Black Owned #BOB 🖤🖤🖤
Black-Owned businesses deserve your support. Currently, there is a wave of support for black-owned businesses, but I try to support black at all times. Whether it be small business started by old school mates or interesting products I find on Instagram, they deserve my support. Out of respect and the sheer courage, it takes…
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Ricotta & Spinach Stuffed Peppers
I wanted gooey, cheesy PASTA and with a little inspiration from my latest produce box, I decided to stuff some peppers instead! Baking stuffed things is an easy favorite of mine, but never before had I thought of quench a craving in this way. Fairly simple, I decided to replace the pasta shells…
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Strawberry Summer Hand Pies🍓🍓🍓
Though most of us are still in self-quarantine, we can’t stop the seasons from changing. The unofficial start to the summer is here and the weather has finally broken. This year I wasn’t able to spend Memorial Day at a fantastic brunch on a rooftop, followed by a sunny day party so I decided…
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Simple Little Date Dessert
By now you should know that I have a serious sweet tooth. A few time s a year I TRY to give up any foods that contain processed sugars. I have done a good job of finding naturally sweet things to eat in place. During this never-ending quarantine, I admit that I need a…
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Spring Quarantine: How to keep Busy
How to keep Busy We are now just over 2 weeks into mandatory social distancing and it has gone “OK” for me. However, If I hadn’t set at least one small goal for myself daily, I would have gone stir crazy. The biggest challenge for me is sitting still. I sit in front of…
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Simple Strawberry Parfait Meal Prep 🍓🍓🍓
Prepackaged yogurts get boring. Though they may be a little more convenient, most contain extra sugar or unnatural sweeteners. Creating your own healthy parfaits, made from your favorite layers is a great way to control sugar and calorie intake. This recipe uses strawberries, but you can use any sort of berry or citrus fruit…
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Misfits Markets 🍊🥒🥕🥬
Last year I subscribed to a produce delivery box service. Initially, I began researching a service for my parents, in an effort to force them to eat more fresh produce. I realize it’s not so easy for everyone – I can find cheaper fresh and organic produce here in NYC, if I actually search,…
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Super Bowl SuperFood Snack ideas 🏈🏈🏈
Hummus & Veggies Chickpeas, please! Hummus is a great appetizer or snack for any time. You can prep a very simple version or add options like chilies, artichokes or spinach. Pairing with bite-size veggies like celery, cucumbers or carrots is a no brainer. Throw in a few pita chips and it’s a real party.…
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People Magazine X5: 2020 Vision
My 5th-time feature in PEOPLE Magazine is a great way to start 2020. This year I have been featured in the regular yearly edition of PEOPLE Magazine’s Half Their Size issue. This makes 5! An amazing blurb and a mention of my blog and books set the tone for success for the entire year.…
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Happy Tabbalicious 2020
HAPPY NEW YEAR & HAPPY NEW DECADE I have a few lessons, a few affirmations, and a few realizations to share with you. With a new year comes a new age – I don’t mind getting older, but I do mind repeating mistakes and wasting time. As I age I pay more attention to…
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(healthier) Holiday Hot Cocoa 🍫
This is a not so basic hot chocolate recipe that’s great for these cold nights and chilly mornings this holiday season. I was inspired by one of my most favorite holiday movies – National Lampoons Christmas Vacation, to buy these awesome moose cups. I found them online easily, but it didn’t make sense to…
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The Lokal Post: The EASY Spice
I love bold spice, and I love my friends and I’m extra particular about both. Happily, this post contains the best of each world. Lokal Artisan Foods is a brand created by a high school friend and I was able to test the famous french toast spice before it was in package. Immediately I…