BESTIAL BEAUTY. Kombucha Culture: How To Brew Your Own Kombucha Tea

A diet inclusive of probiotics (live microorganisms beneficial to the host) is a great way to maintain overall good health, as they are said to improve digestion, strengthen the immune system, and help detoxify the kidneys and liver. One of the most common probiotic foods is live culture yoghurt, of which I love the flavor, [...]

THE FOODIE SECTION’S GIFT GUIDE. Delicious Gifts Under $50

Since buying unique, useful, and affordable holiday gifts can be quite a feat, the following gift suggestions are among some of my foodie favorites, all costing under $50. Teuscher’s Champagne Truffle has a Dom Perignon cream center surrounded by a dark chocolate ganache, which is then covered with milk chocolate and then dusted with confectioner’s [...]

THE FOODIE SECTION. Chef’s Picks. Wine and Cheese Pairings by David Nayfeld

This week’s FOODIE SECTION is dedicated to my favorites, wine and cheese, and comes from David Nayfeld, sous chef of New York’s highly acclaimed Eleven Madison Park. His selection of wine and cheese pairings are delectable and affordable; absolutely perfect for any holiday spread or for a snack, any day. Truffle Tremor’s semi soft goat [...]

THE FOODIE SECTION. Butternut Squash Double-Header by Sophie Sapp

Food encompasses one of life’s most sacred rituals. What we eat, the quality of our food, and the care in its preparation determines our energy levels, our health; our livelihoods. I’m very fortunate to have several foodies in my life, and the following recipes by Sophie Sapp make delicious, healthy everyday meals that work wonderfully [...]

BESTIAL BEAUTY. Spice of Life: Himalayan Salt

As someone consciously trying to live a healthier lifestyle, I’ve recently switched my table and cooking salt from iodized/sea salt/kosher salt to Himalayan salt. Himalayan salt is a type of pinkish rock salt mined in Pakistan that contains 84 minerals and trace elements naturally occurring in the body, which help restore the body’s alkaline and [...]