Holiday Gift Guide for Foodies and Cooks

Gift guide for foodies and cooks

The big day is fast approaching and you need an impressive holiday gift for a foodie co-worker or new boyfriend/girlfriend who loves to cook. These items are sure to get the job done. 1. Bodum Double-wall Thermo Glasses: The super chic, light-weight cups are designed for cold and hot beverages alike. They are made with two… 

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9 essential healthy pantry staples

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Have you ever gone into a supermarket thinking you’re gonna do some kick-ass shopping, and become an Iron Chef of your kitchen, only to return home with some Cheez-Its and ice-cream and resorting to - yet again - a take-out menu? You are not alone. Supermarkets are large, intimidating places with lots of distractions. It’s… 

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8 tips for eating healthy without driving yourself crazy

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For a short time in the beginning of high school, when I started to care what I looked like, I had a love-hate relationship with food. I loved food but hated calories. I wasn’t technically overweight but I wanted to be skinny. I never reached the point of an eating disorder, but do remember feeling… 

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Guide to eating in Union Square

On many an occasion, I have gotten calls and texts from friends with the same question, “Where can I eat in Union Square?” Times Square may be most known by tourists, and thousands of business people may pass through Grand Central Station each day, but, it is my belief that Union Square is the main… 

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Guide to visiting Paris: what to know, where to go, and, of course, what to eat

As one who has spent a considerable amount of time in Paris, studied French for three years of college and seen tons of French films (yes, I am obsessed), I feel qualified - obligated even - to share some essential Paris travel tips. Paris is a truly magical place and it is no surprise that… 

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So you’re cooking Thanksgiving dinner? Here’s your guide to success.

So you’re cooking Thanksgiving dinner this year. And it’s your first time. And the in-laws are coming?! Holy s***! …How did you agree to this again? Your palms are sweating, your ears are ringing and you have no freaking idea what to do. Well, the first thing is to calm down – breathe in, breathe… 

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