Author: Lily

This luxurious dairy-free eggnog gets its creamy richness from tahini and natural sweetness from Medjool dates, creating a vegan holiday drink that tastes just as indulgent as the traditional version. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond I don’t drink alcohol, but I’ve never wanted to miss out on the magic of a holiday toast. There’s something so special about raising a glass with friends and family during the festive season.For years, I’d watch others clink their eggnog-filled mugs while I sipped on something that felt like an afterthought. That’s when I decided to create a vegan eggnog that could stand on its…

Mental health is a serious subject that isn’t addressed enough. The holidays are here, and it’s easy to identify triggers that quickly set off individuals with mental health complications. This article discusses some vital mental health tips for the holidays. Although many of us are excited about the holidays, over a third of adults in the United States report, they are stressed during the festive seasons. The Christmas season’s commitments can leave you feeling drained. This is true if you consider the trips you have to make to visit friends and family, attend work parties, shopping, gift-wrapping, or attend to…

Image courtesy of @tyginger on Instagram Happy Friday! Here’s the latest Columbus restaurant news: The owners of Ty Ginger Asian Bistro debuted a new eatery, Dim Sum Asian Bistro, at 775 Yard St. in Grandview this week. The new restaurant in the Grandview Yard development features scratch-made dim sum. Los Angeles-based Sweetgreen opened its second central Ohio location this week. The new shop sits at 36 N. High St. in Historic Dublin. Check out more details about the store here. They’re hosting a grand opening party on Tuesday, Dec. 2 complete with giveaways, appearances by Buckeye legends Braxton Miller and…

Peanut Butter Chia Pudding Recipe – How to make an easy 4 ingredient chia seed pudding that’s the perfect breakfast, snack or dessert – with the video tutorial. Peanut Butter Chia Pudding This peanut butter chia pudding makes the perfect breakfast, snack or dessert that’s quick and simple to prepare and can be ready and waiting in the fridge for you. Best of all, you can adapt the simple recipe to your own tastes and dietary requirements, mixing in and topping your chia pudding with your choice of ingredients. The Simple Ingredients For The Easy Recipe Here is the basic…

Craving a bowlful of comfort? You’re in luck. In this collection of vintage soup recipes, you’ll find old-fashioned soups that have stood the test of time—from classic chicken noodle to mom- and grandma-approved dinners that will please everyone at your table. Vintage Onion Soup Terri Peters “It’s a fun way to feel connected to the past, and making the recipe and eating it out of the vintage bowl made me feel like I was cooking with someone’s grandmother, learning how to make one of her treasured recipes.” —Terri Peters Old-World Cabbage Soup lutzflcat “A hearty soup, great for a cold, blustery…

Have you ever wondered what practical use your workouts have in daily life? You’re not alone. Plenty of us look at someone doing bicep curls or bench presses and think, Why would I want to do that? That’s where functional fitness comes in. This kind of training focuses on movements that mirror the tasks you do every day — things like standing up from a chair, carrying groceries, bending to pick something up, or climbing stairs. It’s not about chasing youth or a certain look. It’s about moving well, feeling steady, and keeping the strength and confidence to live life on your own…

  I don’t know about you, but I love a good seedy cracker. They’re packed with fibre, healthy fats, protein, and essential minerals like calcium, zinc, and magnesium – perfect for keeping kids (and us grown-ups) fuelled throughout the day. The only problem? Store-bought ones cost a fortune and disappear in a single afternoon. These homemade seedy crackers take a little time to make, but you’ll end up with a big batch of nutrient-dense crackers that taste amazing and last you all week. They’re a perfect lunch box addition for you or the kids – team them with cheese (or…

Here’s our updated 2025 Holiday Gift Guide for the best gifts for those low carb as well as thoughtful gifts for everyone on this year’s list for your holiday season!  Low Carb Gifts for the Foodies If you’re new to a low carb diet or keto diet and your family doesn’t know what to get you, gift guides like this is what you send them! If you’ve got a family member who is a foodie, we’ve got you covered with the perfect gift for them too! Being a foodie myself and recipe developer, I think the best Christmas gifts are…

Last Updated on September 24, 2024 by Sneh Get ready to make dinners instantly more exciting! Hoisin Beef Noodles with caramelised beef tossed in glossy udon noodles and a deliciously thick Chinese sauce. Lots of ginger and garlic and greens to deliver a world of flavour. Better than takeout (healthier too!) and ready in 20 minutes! [feast_advanced_jump_to] 🍜 Why Make My Hoisin Beef Noodles? Everyone loves a fast, cheap weeknight dinner that is not only incredibly delicious but super low effort too. If you have already tried my Chicken Hoisin Noodles, you will know why I love cooking with hoisin…

Ready to give your usual cookie tray a glow-up? These Christmas cookie recipes will bring a taste of the Mediterranean to your holiday table. Image of Pizzicati by Caitlin Bensel Across the Mediterranean, every region has its own version of the Christmas cookie. There are honey-soaked Greek treats, crunchy Italian pine nut bites, chewy Middle Eastern date cookies, and beyond.Most have been passed down for centuries–made with simple ingredients and no fancy equipment, and several are naturally gluten and dairy-free. All are a symbol of that Mediterranean hospitality I’m always talking about–the talent for welcoming guests with a tray of…