It’s probably pretty obvious by now that skipping the white and refined sugar is the smart thing to do. Here are six natural sweeteners I keep on rotation when my cooking or baking calls for a little sweetness. Watch the video below to find out what they are and how I like to use them. Why do I say they… Read More
It may be cliche but when I hear the word hypnosis, the first thing that comes to mind is a pendulum. I had a run in with one of these balls attached to a chain last week at a Ladies Who Launch event about using hypnotherapy to move past your fears and propel your business to the next level. I… Read More
When I posted pictures of the Chia Pudding Mash I’ve been making after my workouts, so many of you wanted the “recipe”. So I finally gave in and posted the how-to for my chia pudding recipe here. This was inspired by NYC-based Hu Kitchen’s Mash Bar. If you’re ever near Union Square, go check it out. For the times when… Read More
I have a long history with yoga. In my 12 years of practice, I’ve tried many kinds from Ashtanga to Iyengar. Since I’m athletic, I’ve always liked the cardiovascular meets spiritual benefits of a Vinyasa practice. Then a few years ago I fell in love with Hot Vinyasa. Because I like to sweat. When Gilt City advertised a deal with… Read More
Even though I love salad, I don’t own a single bottle of salad dressing. Instead I make my own. It saves on our grocery bill and keeps my diet whole. Watch the video to learn a simple equation for making your own salad dressing. Get creative or keep it basic. If you know this formula, you’re good to go! [youtube… Read More
Last Tuesday, the Young Female Entrepreneurs of NYC hosted our first sold-out meet-up of 2013. Thirty-five bright, ambitious women showed up at the Chaise23 studios to sip wine, munch on sushi and learn from and be inspired by panelists, Nathalie Lussier and Michelle Goldblum and Audrey Gordon of i AM. creative. The benefit of membership is getting out and coming… Read More
Stems in my kale salad? It’s a pet peeve. Kale is here to stay but I wish the stems would go away. Unless I prepare this leafy green veggie at home, I’m usually eating around those annoying stems. Click on the video below to see my quick tips for preparing more edible kale. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g4IoPkK9f5E?list=UU7oADRVtIfZoTM2cztAfrEA] Like this? Share it on… Read More
Six months ago I left my full-time desk job and became a full-time entrepreneur. Best decision I’ve ever made. I blogged about it and titled the post “Make It Happen” because there are moments in life when you have to take the leap and decide whether you want to be great at something you’re passionate about or just ok at… Read More
We all know the health benefits of drinking more water but how to actually make it happen is another story. Watch the video below to learn what I do to make sure I drink plenty of water everyday. The Winter months are cold and dry making hydration just as important as in the hot humid months. Let me… Read More
