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The Detox Diet: A Delicious Recipe for Healthy Herb-Roasted Vegetables

Whether you went overboard on holiday desserts or you’re just trying to lose a few pounds, adding detoxifying natural foods (like vegetables) into your daily diet is a smart idea. Not only will detoxifying foods aid in digestion and rev your metabolism, but they will also create glowing, radiant skin and boost your energy. A Continue Reading

Easy Ways to add Nutritious Avocado into Your Diet

In celebration of National Avocado Day (which is July 31), today’s Diet & Nutrition Guide shares easy ways to add delicious and nutritious avocado into your diet. From nutrient-rich breakfast smoothies that will make your skin glow to hearty sandwiches that will fill you up, here are several great-tasting ways to add avocado into your Continue Reading

Entertaining Lifestyle

The Chef’s Guide to Entertaining: How To Make a Gourmet Steak Dinner at Home

To help us learn how to become expert entertainers, my mom and I often enjoy taking cooking classes at Sur La Table, as they’re an exciting and interactive way to learn tips on how to cook gourmet meals (while being able to do a fun activity together). As my birthday gift to her, last week […]

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Delicious Vegetarian Recipes That Will Inspire You To Try a Plant-Based Diet

With so many studies being published about the wellness benefits of a plant-based diet, lately, we’ve been enjoying cooking more vegetarian dishes in our home. If you’re looking to add more veggies into your daily routine, here are a few delicious vegetarian recipes from top chefs around the world. [Photo credit: Kody Melton] Based Continue Reading

Entertaining Lifestyle

5 Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes from Celebrity Chefs & Caterers That Mom Will Love

From savory dishes to sweet desserts, today’s entertaining guide shares 5 gourmet Mother’s Day Brunch recipes from celebrity chefs and caterers that will knock Mom’s socks off. Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes Whether you’re hosting a brunch for the family or you just feel inspired to serve her breakfast in bed, Continue Reading

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5 Industry Insiders Share Their Sizzling Entertaining Tips at the 12th Annual Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival

As a foodie, one of my favorite annual festivals on the Monterey Peninsula is Pebble Beach Food & Wine. From live cooking demos and grand tastings with celebrity chefs to 250 of the world’s best wineries and spirits’ brands, to call this mega-fest anything but decadent would be an understatement. In addition to Continue Reading

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The Epicurean’s Guide to Easter Brunch Recipes

If you’re hosting Easter Brunch at home this year, it’s the perfect time to plan your menu. To inspire you to get creative in the kitchen, today’s entertaining guide features 5 delicious Easter Brunch recipes from celebrity chefs, cookbook authors, and restaurateurs. From juicy smoked brisket, eggs, and veggie side dishes to a Continue Reading

Diet & Nutrition Health & Beauty

Coconut Curry Veggie Pasta – A Healthier Vegan Recipe That’s Great for Winter

Feeling inspired to cook healthier vegan meals this year? Here’s one of my favorite recipes (that tastes delicious). This easy-to-make coconut curry veggie pasta takes less than 30-minutes to make. Plus, this vegan recipe is full of healthy vegetables and yummy orzo pasta. Read on to discover why I love this nutritious vegan recipe. Coconut Continue Reading

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An Easy & Delicious Way to Celebrate National Hot Tea Month

This post is brought to you by the Tea Council of the USA. All opinions are my own. If this cold winter weather is taking a toll on you, then a healthy way to stay warm is by drinking hot tea. Did you know that tea can be used for cooking too? From matcha lattés to […]

Entertaining Lifestyle

Gourmet Holiday Recipes from Celebrity Chefs & Restaurateurs That’ll Impress Your Guests

Whether you’re hosting a lavish Christmas dinner or a festive New Year’s Eve get-together, you’ll want to elevate your entertaining efforts with tasty dishes that wow your friends and family. To help you become the ultimate hostess this holiday season, here are 8 gourmet holiday recipes from celebrity chefs and restaurateurs Continue Reading

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Thanksgiving Recipes from Celebrity Chefs & Restaurateurs That You’ll Gobble Up

While you might have your favorite Thanksgiving recipes that you cook each year, it’s always fun to shake things up and try something new. To inspire you to elevate your Thanksgiving meal this year, today’s entertaining guide shares 7 Thanksgiving recipes from celebrity chefs and restaurateurs. Thanksgiving Recipes from Celebrity Continue Reading

Diet & Nutrition Health & Beauty

A Healthy Recipe That Tastes Great – Apple Curry Chicken with Gluten-Free Tricolor Quinoa

If you think that healthy recipes are boring or lack flavor, think again! To inspire you to have fun in the kitchen (while cooking a healthy recipe that’s just as delicious as it is nutritious), today’s healthy recipe tutorial shows how to easily make apple curry chicken with quinoa. After a recent apple picking excursion Continue Reading