Who knew that anyone would become addicted to pumpkin spice lattes? For years, a latte was classic. Just a cup of espresso and steamed milk. No muss, no fuss. But then pumpkin season came along and changed everything. Well that’s not really true. The folks at Starbucks came along and changed the game. The legend is that the … Read More
Creamy lemonade was all the rage on Tik Tok a few summers ago. It is still on the list of summer must haves in 2025. The recipe is really easy. I made some creamy lemonade and added it to ice cube trays and even popsicle molds. I’m all about getting the most bang for my buck! Keep Cool … Read More
Juneteenth is an opportunity to reflect and remember those that sacrificed so that we could thrive. I was a full adult before I even knew what Juneteenth was all about. It was not a part of any social studies or history lesson found in my NYC classroom. Texas confirmed the holiday in 1980. People across the United States … Read More
Matcha protein shakes were all the rage last year and the trend is continuing in 2025. Matcha is the star and offers a ton of cell nourishing antioxidants. This high quality green tea does contain caffeine but not as much as coffee. I love that it gives a more chill energy boost. The matcha protein shake provides the … Read More
Mocktail beverages and January go hand in hand. If you are participating in the Dry January challenge, then this blog post is for you. Dry January began in the UK in 2013. The goal is to skip alcoholic beverages for all 31 days of the month. The holidays certainly encouraged us to eat, drink and be merry. Mocktails … Read More
Agua Fresca is exactly what it sounds like. Cool water or fresh water. And with summer temperatures gone wild, that is exactly what we need. What’s really cool (no pun intended-lol) is that you can make this refreshing drink with almost any fruit. I love the flexibility that comes from making agua fresca with whatever we have. Sometimes … Read More
Galentine’s Day is Tuesday, February 13th. The holiday is all about girl power. It’s a day to let your girls know how much you love them. So shout out to your homegirls, your crew and the ride or die women in your life. This special day may have started off as a sit-com joke but now it’s a … Read More
Sea moss can be found almost everywhere these days. There are pills, powders and gels. Straight from the ocean and sounds like a miracle. Foodies and non-foodies alike are touting it’s legendary ability to do everything from boosting your immune system to supporting weight loss. I just started adding sea moss to smoothies and teas after learning about … Read More