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by Fayeruz ReganJan 23, 20220 comments

Top 5 superfoods to boost your immune system

Sometimes it feels like the only way to avoid Omicron is to live under a rock. Nah, the virus probably creeped under there, too. So many people fell ill in December, that those who didn't joked that they didn't have enough friends. Though many (!) of us aren't happy about it, we still have a long way to go this winter. Stay strong against the tides with delicious immune-boosting foods. Omega Threes, Please Have you guys tried the salmon bites recipe I shared? If not, you are missing out - Omega 3s are packed into salmon and avocados. And the...

by Fayeruz ReganJan 15, 20220 comments

Lettuce eat clean, and deliciously

See what I did there? With the pun? Okay sorry. Some people are opting for a dry January, and while I respect their decision, this is not the time in world history for me to forego stimulants. Instead, I'm eating a little more clean, and I'm not sacrificing flavor. On...

by Fayeruz ReganJan 02, 20220 comments

New year, new pantry: Organize for joy!

In the 80s, resolutions were almost always about losing weight. From Richard Simmons to Jane Fonda, January was awash with legwarmers and pastel braided sweatbands. But these are strange times. Even the resolution-averse would agree that a focus on mental health is always a good idea. One form of self-care...

by Fayeruz ReganDec 26, 20210 comments

Champagne cocktails that will make your toast THE MOST

Remember last year, when we were celebrating putting 2020 behind us? The idea of 2021 was a beacon of hope to pull us from the illnness and uncertainty of the pandemic. You may be laughing out loud at this point, but we still deserve to ring in 2022 in style....

by Fayeruz ReganDec 12, 20210 comments

What's the connection between Christmas and oranges?

Last summer I stepped into a candy shop and noticed that my favorite chocolates (Terry's Milk Chocolate Oranges) weren't there. I thought they were sold out, but the clerk told me that they were just a "Christmas thing." Tell that to my soul, Sir. Tell that to my soul. As...

by Fayeruz ReganDec 05, 20210 comments

Salmon bites to shake up your weeknights

Every season, I relish the holiday tins I'm gifted, filled with homemade goodies. To counteract all this tin action, I try to balance out the holidays with meals that aren't just healthy, but festive. I saw an interation of salmon bites on Insatgram - it was a polished, fast-moving reel...

by Fayeruz ReganNov 28, 20210 comments

These are a few of my favorite things

The holidays are officially here! A recent study suggested that those who decorate early for the holidays are happier. But I know people who put their trees up early to lift their spirits, which suggests the opposite. As writer Nora Roberts once said, "Nothing ever seems too bad, too hard or...

by Fayeruz ReganNov 20, 20210 comments

Who says holiday dessert needs to be pie?

Pumpkin and apple pie have had their fair share of the limelight. One is traditional, while the other is considered downright patriotic, so they're often served together over the holidays. Both apples and pumpkins are harvested in the fall, so the timing makes sense. But who says we need to stick...

by Fayeruz ReganNov 14, 20210 comments

Holiday cocktails your guests will gush over

Party season is ramping up, and it's not just stores that are decking the halls. Friends have swapped their jack-o-lanterns for white Christmas trees covered in faux snow, and mantles are lush with garland (of which Ladles and Linens has a beautiful collection). Whether you decorate before or after Thanksgiving,...

by Fayeruz ReganNov 06, 20210 comments

The most festive holiday treat: Pumpkin chocolate chip cookies

Warning: These cookies are addictive. They stand apart from the average cookie because they're fluffy and cake-like, a vibrant orange and are oh so chocolatey. This treat straddles two seasons: The pumpkin is a nod to autumn and Thanksgiving, while the chocolate makes it a classic. And since we're allowed to...

by Fayeruz ReganOct 30, 20210 comments

The art of a cozy dinner party

This fall season, it's all about cozy, intimate gatherings. We're still reeling from the pandemic, and many of us aren't yet confortable with large gatherings. This is a blessing in many ways. Intimate groups foster deeper conversation, and after all the isolation, it's the perfect way to reconnect. The DelVecchios...

by Fayeruz ReganOct 23, 20210 comments

Five elements to make Thanksgiving unforgettable

Unpopular opinion: Thanksgiving dishes can lean toward the bland. If it were socially acceptable, I'd heap my plate full of mashed potatoes and call it a day. It's still a nice meal, but I do fantasize about ditching all the fuss, ordering in Chinese take-out and binge-watching Hallmark Christmas movies....

by Fayeruz ReganOct 17, 20210 comments

Beyond the latte: New ways to enjoy pumpkin spice

I know, I know. Pumpkin spice can be a polarizing topic. Those who love it start getting antsy in the summer, while naysayers will argue that we were brainwashed by clever marketing. Both sides are right. Pumpkins alone don't have much flavor, and the spice is what makes it memorable....

by Fayeruz ReganOct 10, 20210 comments

Spooky snacks that are scary-delicious

It's that time of year when the pace of life quickens. We're alway dashing off to work or school or after-school activities. But hunger waits for no one, so why not have some fun with it? These recipes are so inventive, no one will even notice how healthy they are!...

by Fayeruz ReganOct 03, 20210 comments

Upgrade a Southern classic: Saffron shimp and grits

I've always been obsessed with saffron. As luck would have it, it's also the most expensive spice in the world. What makes it so expensive? Saffron comes from the crocus flower, which blooms just once every year. In the fall, when the flower opens, just three tiny threads (or stigmas)...

by Fayeruz ReganSep 26, 20210 comments

Why you should go apple picking - with or without kids

Years ago, my friends and I took a road trip to an orchard to pick apples, and it was one for the books. You don't need kids to go apple picking; think of how any influencers have posted their floppy hat and flannel orchard photos to social media. Do it...

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