If you find yourself being stuck at the airport for longer, than 4 hours you will probably go crazy by just having to wait. On my recent trip to Morocco I had to change my flight to get ahead of the snow storm but then ended up having an 8-hour layover in Montreal. Here are some ways that helped me stay sane and kill time during this long layover.
Sweet Potato and Butternut Squash Soup
Whenever I’m having a busy week, I know making soup is a quick meal. Today is the second day of spring in NYC, but it feels nothing like it. 32 degrees and we have another Nor’easter!
I have been recently obsessing with soups, so when I found the Aromatic Butternut Squash soup at Whole Foods, I was hooked. I took a glance at the ingredients and noticed it wasn’t much different from the butternut squash soup I have made in the past. The only new addition is to add sweet potatoes.
You hear that Nolia Clap?
In honor of Mardi Gras just passing I’m throwing it back to recap my New Orleans trip I took this summer. It was my first time visiting, and I honestly fell in love! The city of fantastic seafood, Cajun any and everything, and beignets. You can’t forget to get the beignets. If you do one thing when you go to NOLA, do yourself a favor and go and get some beignets, and go multiple times.
I finally got to take the trip I’ve been dying to for years now. I was so happy to finally have experienced NOLA I also got to attend Essence Festival as a bonus.
5 Reasons to Start Drinking Matcha!
Happy February! We made it through our first month of the year! Let’s check in on your goals? Hopefully, we are all still striving for greatness. You know #NewYearNewMe? I can say I successfully have gotten back in the gym this week. Yes, it did take me about a good 4 weeks to do it, but it doesn’t matter because‚I’m in there now.
Another one of my goals this year entailed breaking up with Starbucks to help me save some money. I know it sounds crazy, how was I going to survive without my daily cup from the Green Goddess. Instead of going cold turkey and stopping all my visits I wanted to treat Starbucks more as a treat/pick me up.
My Birthday in LA + Travel Tips to Save Money!
Last month was my 29th birthday, and I got to escape the negative 4 degree weather to celebrate on the west coast. Ever since my visit to LA last year I knew I had to come back and explore more. Everything about this trip was perfect. We had fantastic weather that it made me forget it was January. Each day the temperature would wiggle between the 70s to 80s! Yes, 80 degrees in January. It had me questioning why I am choosing to deal with these harsh conditions. 😩
29 & feelin fine 🙂
Let’s Have some Noodles
For the past couple of weeks, we have been freezing in NYC with temperatures as low as 6 degrees. Yes, not a typo. With temperatures so low I don’t blame people for wanting to stay indoors. It’s too cold to be out wandering the streets unless good food is involved!
Brunchin at home!
As you know since I’ve said it multiple times I am a brunch connoisseur! I love going out to brunch and trying different spots out, but of course, that can get costly especially when you brunch in New York. Once you add unlimited mimosas, you are looking at a good $50-60 meal! Here are 5 reasons to brunch at home:
- There is no ridiculous wait
- You are in control of the vibe! Want something chill with 90s R&B jam in the background you got it.
- You already know the food will be great :). If you follow my foolproof recipes, there is no need to worry.
- You don’t have to get dressed up. Brunch in NY is definitely a scene at times, and people come out in their Sunday’s best! Want to have your brunch in PJs go for it!
- Bottomless drinks don’t end up costing you an additional $25. For that price, you can buy 2 containers of OJ and 2 bottles of champagne. No worries about having to chase the wait staff to refill your cup!
New York African Restaurant Week + Trying Ethiopian Food for the First Time!
New York City is known to many as a melting pot especially when it comes to food. NYC is the one place that you can experience so many different types of food and culture without having to use your passport! In NY we have China Town, Little Italy and now you can get a snapshot of Africa during this month Long celebration. African restaurant week kicked off October 1 and will run until the 22nd. I was fortunate to attend some of the programs and know that next year I plan to attend more. One of the main events during African Restaurant Week was the Food Festival that took place at Industry city in Brooklyn. From the venue to the food, to the music it was a fantastic experience. Upon walking in your greeted by a beautiful outdoor space with people dressed up in their favorite African garments.
Nigerian Jollof, Puff Puff, and Dodo
Happy Independence Day Nigeria 🇳🇬 October 1 marks 57 years of Independence. I thought this would be a perfect time to share some of my favorite African dishes with you guys. Growing up in a Nigerian household these dishes were always in the fridge, and sometimes in a not so clear container( butter container filled with rice or stew lol). I’m a little bias obviously, but I think my mom makes the best Jollof rice around.Every time I visit home, she always has it on deck for me and sends me home with containers full of it. She still wants to make sure I’m well fed and have enough to share with others.
Pumpkin Spice Monkey Bread
Yes, you read that right! It’s officially Fall, so you know what that means?!?!? Pumpkin EVERYTHINGGGG. I wanted to add a little fall flavor to one of my favorite breakfast pastries, Monkey Bread. I find it hard to imagine that some people have never had monkey bread!
