Everyone knows the past year has been a hellscape. Not only have we disrupted our lives to avoid getting COVID-19, but stay-at-home guidelines meant spending the holidays stuck at home. I usually gain a few extra pounds over the holidays,… Continue Reading
Everyone is always looking for the next new best thing when it comes to getting fit. Remember P90X, Beachbody, PiYo? I’m not saying they aren’t good or that they don’t work, but you don’t need to be on the cutting… Continue Reading
Healthy snack recipes for the people. We crave so hard. Our bodies hit the afternoon backwaters and our attention wavers and, oh my God, we need Cheetos. We want Cheetos. We definitely don’t need them. But maybe because we’re tired… Continue Reading
Donate food in Chicago at these historic and well-organized food pantries and food banks, with links to donation pages, and volunteer opportunities. Let’s get a few things straight right up front: Nobody needs a fruitcake. Nobody is so down on… Continue Reading
The flour I use is organic and unbleached. Last month my (other) favorite food blog ran a butter taste test, so I made sure to pick up plenty for holiday baking. And the most precious ingredient of all — my… Continue Reading
Essential oil recipes: The familiar scents of the holidays trigger memories of yuletide joy. Using essential oils during the holidays can deliver a one-two punch. They make your home smell nice while also promoting a feeling of calm that makes… Continue Reading
