Month: March 2020

Feta PDO: European Regulations Make for an Exceptional Cheese

Feta PDO: European Regulations Make for an Exceptional Cheese

Feta is a white brined cheese traditionally produced in Greece from sheep’s milk, or a combination of sheep and up to 30% goat milk. A staple of Greek cuisine as well as the Mediterranean diet, feta can be used in myriad ways to elevate a meal, whether as an entree, a side dish, or even dessert.  PDO stands for “designation […]

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These CBD Mints Are Helping Me in More Ways Than One

These CBD Mints Are Helping Me in More Ways Than One

It’s been a stressful time for everyone lately. People are losing their jobs, they’re stuck at home, and good ol’ vitamin D, which boosts your mood, is hard to come by. Enter: Lucent Botanicals. Admittedly, I started using these before everything got crazy with Coronavirus, but I am grateful to have stocked up on their products before the world turned […]

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The Women Winemakers of Bordeaux Celebrated Women’s History Month in New York

The Women Winemakers of Bordeaux Celebrated Women’s History Month in New York

Bordeaux is one of the most esteemed wine regions in the world. And despite women playing an enormous role in the region’s rich history of winemaking, it’s largely been male-dominated. But as women winemakers are taking the helm in Bordeaux, this is no longer the case.  In honor of International Women’s History Month, a group of women winemakers from Bordeaux […]

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At-Home Activities to Prevent You From Going Stir Crazy

At-Home Activities to Prevent You From Going Stir Crazy

What a world we live in, eh? While there is SO much to talk about in regards to coronavirus and how it is effecting so many people around the world, both in terrible and minute ways, that is not what this post is about. (Read what the CDC has to say on how to cope.) No one knows what the […]

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NYC Cheese and Wine Week Slays with Whey

NYC Cheese and Wine Week Slays with Whey

In advance of a week-long dedication to everyone’s favorite pairing, wine and cheese enthusiasts gathered in the cozy confines of Cocotte in the West Village to taste some of their most prized indulgences. New York City Cheese and Wine Week will kick off on March 18th, and we have some nuggets of gold to share ahead of time. Sourced from […]

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photo credit: Emilio Pandika

Masti Shakes Things Up in South Williamsburg

On a coveted stretch of real estate in South Williamsburg comes a new addition to the blossoming Indian cuisine scene in Brooklyn. The space is expansive and welcoming, with an intentionally dated decor.  Masti has only been open for a month, but the food is reminiscent of centuries of recipes, passed down through generations.  I got to order a mix […]

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Women on Fire: Stories from the Frontlines

Women on Fire: Stories from the Frontlines

Regardless of which political party you align with, you can’t ignore the horrendous state of the country right now. From potential wars to impeachment trials, every morning we’re afraid to turn on the news. If you believe this country is going in the wrong direction and you want to hear various perspectives from women on why, this performance is for […]

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