Cool Drinks For These Hot Days!
Coming back from work the other day, my car read 104°F. This weather has been so incredibly hot and nearly unbearable. I’ve been trying to come up with creative ways to combat this heat and I’ve stumbled upon a delicious way to stay hydrated and cool this summer: flavored ice cubes! This isn’t really...
The CHIPOTLE Diet
What do you think about the “Chipotle” diet. I am very curious because I love Chipotle, its fast, easy and tastes delicious. Eric discovered a weight loss diet that revolves around Chipotle. Starting August 2007 Eric decided to eat a Chipotle Burrito Bol for lunch and dinner every day. He lost 100 pounds doing it....
50 of the Best Guy-Approved Meals!
Hey Gals! I have always had an EXTREMELY hard time trying to figure out what to cook for the guy in my life, and I’m sure some of you have struggled with the same thing! Lets just say, most guys do not consider salads and sushi to be their food of choice on a regular...
Easiest, Tastiest Frittata Ever
Summer is upon us ladies! While the season certainly brings hotter weather, longer days, and swimming pools, it also kick-starts the health freak in us. Bikinis and denim cut-offs are staples in any summer wardrobe which means lots more of you will be showing these next 3 months. We recently posted about the importance of...
Max Brenner
One of my favorite restaurants in NYC is Max Brenner. I’ve eaten at the restaurant location in Union Square on several occasions – birthday dinners, family get-togethers, long days after work – and it has never failed to exceed my already high expectations. Surprisingly, the actual dinner menu is great. Max Brenner offers refreshing salads,...
Make Your Own Guac
Last weekend I was looking for the perfect snack for the afternoon at the beach with my friends. We decided to make guacamole because 1) it’s delicious and 2) it’s super easy. I like my guac simple, so here’s my 5 steps and 5 minutes: Slice your avocado in half. I used 5 avocados...
S’mores Like You’ve Never Had ‘Em Before!
If there’s one thing I miss about being home, it’s the small fire pit over which my friends and I would toast marshmallows on hot summer nights like these. S’mores are not just a dessert, it’s an activity. Although ice cream comes close, no dessert can measure up to the fun had in making ooey-gooey...
Craving Sushi?
I don’t know about you guys but I could eat sushi every day of my life. Right when I got to New York City I tried to find the best sushi places in the City. The Loop is definitely one of them. It’s the perfect place to pick up sushi to go or sit down...
How To Start Your Day Right
How to Start Your Day Right As I’m sure you’ve been told a hundred times, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Your breakfast choice impacts your daily mood, energy level, and food intake for the rest of the day. Skipping breakfast or eating a sugary, unbalanced meal will leave you feeling...
Why You Should Be a Vegetarian
Until a year and a half ago, I was a major meat-eater. I loved filet mignon and skirt steak, and couldn’t imagine a life without red meat. Then, a close friend of mine decided to become a vegetarian for health reasons, and I stopped and thought about my eating habits? I did some research, and...
Try Pulino’s
Looking for the best pizza in lower Manhattan? Try Pulino’s, located on 282 Bowery Street. Since first eating at this restaurant two years ago, my friends and I have not been able to stay away. This East side restaurant accommodates a young, trendy crowd while offering delicious takes on traditional Italian cuisine. Thin crust pizza,...
Watermelon is the Flavor of the Season!
With summer rapidly approaching and temperatures rising, we can all use a few refreshments to make the heat more bearable! Whether you’re relaxing by the pool or having a get-together with friends, any of these watermelon inspired drinks will do just the trick. So grab your besties and get to mixing! First, we have these...
Fruit Skewers with Yogurt Dip
This healthy, bright breakfast, snack, or dessert from Skinny Taste is easy to make for this warm summer months! For the skewers, choose your favorite fruit and cut into bite-sized pieces. Stack on a long skewer in any order you want, like rainbow! Yogurt Dip Ingredients 1 1/2 cups Greek yogurt (I use Fage 0%...
Fruit Tacos with Chocolate Tortillas
In honor of summer on the horizon and Cinco De Mayo being last weekend, fruit tacos with chocolate tortillas sound like the perfect warm summer night dessert! This recipe from Munchin with Munchkin is packed full of fruit and are sure to be delicious! Check out the full recipe here.
Eating Seasonally
If you’re looking for an easy way to eat healthier, try eating only fruits and veggies that are in season. They’re less expensive than those out of season (as they didn’t need to be grown in a greenhouse), and they’re most likely more organic. Here’s a list from Primal Palate of what to eat, when....
