How to Avoid Vegetable Oils During The Holidays
In a previous blog post, [see here], I described what I see as the most compelling case against the consumption of industrially processed seed oils (colloquially known as “vegetable oil”). One of problems with vegetable oils is their ubiquitous use, particularly among food manufacturers, restaurants, and even home cooks. As we approach the holidays, I […]
Creating A Distraction-Proof Phone
How much time do you spend on your phone, on average, every day? Not sure? Go to your settings app and find “Screen Time” (or your phone’s equivalent) and soak in the data. You may notice an inordinate amount of time allocated to streaming services, social media, games, or other entertainment focused apps. How many […]
How I Taught Myself How To Cook (And You Can Too)
Cooking at home is, in my experience, one of the most enjoyable and romantic activities you can engage in. There’s something especially rewarding about watching your partner’s eyes widen at that first bite, lips barely containing a grin, as they experience a mouthful of pleasure at the hands of your culinary skills. Even in the absence […]
How I Make My Weekly Schedule
Let’s talk schedule and weekly organization. I have tried to schedule my life over the years in a million different ways from cute agendas to filling every time slot on my Google Calendar and color coding everything. But this year after having had a good amount of success using the Notes application on my computer […]
Weekend Getaway Essentials: A Checklist for Your Next Tropical Mini Vacay
My family and I recently had a little stay-cation at one of our favorite resorts in Puerto Rico, the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico. It was only a two-day trip but if you’re like me, you might find that it’s often harder to pack for fewer days than it is for long trips. So […]
Staying Organized: Ideas From My Quarantine Days In LA
I’ve received a ton of messages regarding how I keep my home organized especially during times when most of us are spending all of our time inside our homes. So here I leave you with a list of strategies/ ideas/ pointers that are simple to apply that I swear by: Invest in baskets & bins! […]
How To Take The Perfect iPhone Photo
As you might have noticed, I’ve been a little obsessed with lifestyle/everyday photography since I was first introduced to Instagram back in my early college days (I know, I’m old). Throughout this IG photo-sharing journey I have learned a thing or two about maximizing quality and overall look when taking photos using just my phone. […]
