Headed to Jamaica? No worries I’m here to tell you all about my trip and my excursions. I’m going to recap my trip to Jamaica I took last month. After spending a couple of days in Jamaica and I’m in love from the food to the culture to the beaches! Jamaica is a great destination for a girls getaway, baecaction, or your next group trip!
I have a confession to tell you…I’m addicted to kitchen gadgets! I’m all about finding ways to cut down time in the kitchen. If there is a gadget out there and it will save me 30-45 mins sign me up! I never thought a food processor was an appliance I needed in my kitchen, but boy was I wrong. The options are endless with what you can make! Dips, spreads, and so much more! I always thought this was a nice to have an appliance, but now I have changed my mind, and it is a NEED to have. I have had my food processor for under a year, but it has already been life changing. You don’t have to believe me because I’m going to show you 10 ways you can use your food processor!
Last week I had the pleasure of visiting the St. Ives pop up mixing bar. It was such a great experience, and I need you all to put it on your summer list. Who doesn’t love a customized face scrub to target your personal needs? You can get all of this for just $12, and this jar will last you months! Once you enter, it’s a very interactive experience from the beginning. You have the option to pick a lotion or a face scrub.
I opted to get the face scrub but will be back for the body lotion.
Do you know what today is? It is National Mango Day!
Yes, how crazy is that? I’m a lover of anything mango, so I will be celebrating all day today. I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate other than to whip up a batch of my spicy sweet mango margaritas! Now don’t get intimated by the ingredient list it is straightforward once you get started.
It’s finally summer and I couldn’t be any happier! Summertime in NYC gets better and better for me each year. Endless options of rooftops, summer concerts, and food festivals. Remember when I said it’s all about balance? So we worked real hard to get our summer body and now we have to keep it! This is an amazing salad that brings me back to my High School days when I would enjoy this salad weekly at Panera. So I decided to make my own version 🙂 Some people are not a huge fan of adding fruit to your salads, but I say don’t knock it until you try it.
In Harlem, Food is more than just food–It’s Culture and Progress. Incorportating Influences from around the globe, Harlem’s culinary scene is constantly evolving and expanding.
It’s officially summertime in NY as we were finally greeted with some warm weather this past week! Summertime brings warm weather, concerts and FOOD Festivals! I’m so excited to be kicking off my summer festival series in my backyard Harlem. This past weekend I had the pleasure of being able to attend the Harlem Eat up Grand Tasting that took place Saturday & Sunday at Morningside Park in Harlem. First, let me back up and tell you guys exactly what Harlem Eat up is. The festival is in its third installment this year as Harlem’s own Food Festival. Marcus and Herb Karlitz are the co-founders of this fantastic event. Harlem Eat Up is a celebration of everything Harlem. The 4-day festival showcases Harlem’s rich culture, art, and growing culinary scene.
If you don’t know Brunch is my favorite meal, and I love trying out new spots. Once I saw that Timeout New York crowned bubby’s the best pancake stack I knew I had to give it a try. Bubby’s has been around since 1990 and has been serving up Brunch since then. I had a chance to check out the location in TriBeCa, but there is also a location located on the high line. Once you walk through the door, you instantly become a part of the family. Everyone who works at Bubby’s is so friendly and accommodating! On the menu, you’ll find some amazing brunch dishes like buttermilk biscuits, Nutella pancakes(which are AMAZING), and eggs benedict. Bubby’s is a family friendly spot and a good place for you and friends to grab brunch as well. That’s what I did a couple of my friends headed to Bubby’s around 11:30 and me. Bubby’s does not take reservations on the weekends, so its best to get there early to avoid the wait.
Looking for a quick & easy delicious brunch idea for Mother’s Day this weekend. As I have mentioned multiple times now I am a LOVER of all kitchen gadgets. Especially if they save time, the quicker I can get to eat my meal I’m all about it.
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It’s time for Sunday dinner, and today I made one of my favorite dinner dishes which is Lasagna!
Aside from macaroni and cheese, this is my all time favorite pasta dish. My mom would also cook lasagna for my family on Sundays. I remember she would allow me to assist her in the kitchen. As her little helper, I would place the layers of mozzarella cheese on as she layered the sauce, and for a job well done I got to eat the remaining cheese:) Part of this “adulting” thing is creating my own versions of Sunday Dinners. Since I do not yet have a family of my own, I am fortunate enough to have incredible friends who are now family here in Harlem. So when I told my friends I wanted to host Sunday dinner at my place, everyone responded with what time is dinner and what can I bring. I wanted to challenge myself, and enhance the lasagna dish that I am used to eating. I still love my momma’s lasagna, but I wanted to see what else can be done to enhance her recipe.
The Ipsy bag is a beauty subscription service founded by YouTuber Michelle Phan. I tried this out for about four months, and I want to share my thoughts with you. I love trying out subscription services because who doesn’t like receiving a gift every month 🙂 Once you go on to the website. You fill out a survey so they can get an understanding of what your taste in beauty is. Each month you receive deluxe samples and some full-sized beauty products from time to time. Which is a great deal for only 10 dollars a month? If you ever wanted to try out the newest makeup item, a trail size is the best way to do it. After you receive each bag, you have the opportunity to fill out a questionnaire and give Ipsy your preference.Continue Reading
