Author: Lily

Need a place to stay that’s close to Columbus’ city center, one that’s in the heart of the Short North Arts District? Check out the 50 Lincoln Bed & Breakfast, hidden in plain sight just a couple blocks off High Street on East Lincoln! As it sits east of High Street, the 50 Lincoln B&B is technically part of Italian Village, but it feels very much a part of the Short North. It makes its home in a 1917 Italianate structure that was converted to guest lodging in 1986. It features eight different guest rooms, as well as a beautiful…

Salmon crudo pairs delicate raw salmon with the tangy flavors of a classic pasta puttanesca. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond The Easiest Appetizer You’ll Ever Make I was first introduced to crudo as a young line cook, and I’ve been chasing it ever since. I remember the chef reverently pulling his wickedly sharp fillet knife out of its box and demonstrating how to cleanly cut beautiful little bites of fish. Crudo simply means “raw” in Italian and can refer to fish, beef or even fruits and vegetables! Think of a crudo as a vehicle to showcase the natural deliciousness of a…

Nothing is more relaxing than a warm bath… except a relaxing detox bath. These are a great option for anyone who struggles with skin issues or other signs of toxin overwhelm. It’s also an inexpensive way to boost health. I’m always up for a warm bath, and these natural add-ons help improve health while you chill out. Don’t have time for a full soak? You can also do a foot bath with these and get some of the benefits.  I’ve found that detoxing usually makes me tired, so I like to do this as part of an evening/bedtime routine. They’re…

Skip the takeout with this Easy Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry! Made with juicy chicken, fresh pineapple, crisp veggies, and a healthy homemade teriyaki sauce in under 30 minutes. Skip the takeout and make this fresh, flavor-packed Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry right at home! Tender bites of juicy, tender chicken are tossed with crisp broccoli, sweet red bell peppers, fresh pineapple, and a delicious teriyaki sauce that is perfectly sweet, savory, and just a little tangy. The easiest recipe that comes together in one skillet in under 30 minutes, making this the perfect weeknight dish the entire family will…

Key Takeaways Tirzepatide is a once-weekly injection that targets GIP and GLP-1 receptors. Treatment starts at 2.5 mg weekly and increases gradually. Most side effects are digestive and often improve over time. Best results come from combining tirzepatide with healthy habits and medical supervision. What Is Tirzepatide? If you’ve been considering medical weight loss, you’ve probably come across tirzepatide. Approved by the FDA for chronic weight management under the brand name Zepbound®, tirzepatide represents one of the newest advances in obesity medicine because it targets two hormone pathways involved in appetite regulation instead of one. Research shows this dual mechanism…

If you’re worried that exercise will hurt your joints, here’s some good news: the right kind of strength training is one of the best things you can do for them. It sounds backwards, right? If your joints ache, you might naturally think to protect them by moving less. But the opposite is best: motion is the lotion. Think of your muscles as a support system. Your muscles act like scaffolding for your joints. For example: Strong glutes stabilize your hips and knees. A strong core supports your lower back. When those muscles get stronger, they absorb more of the load…

Have you ever whipped your tofu? This one simple trick turns a block of tofu into a creamy, versatile breakfast base – sweet or savory – that powers 9 different recipes. Make a batch, keep it in the fridge, and you’ve got easy vegan breakfasts ready all week long. This video went viral! Blending tofu into a thick, creamy base is a game-changer for breakfast meal prep. I whip up a batch, keep it in the fridge, and use it all week to make egg fry, omelettes, waffles, tofu chia pudding, protein pancakes, and so much more. If I am…

Falafel batter is pressed into a waffle maker to make these incredibly easy falafel waffles. Everything you love about falafel with crispy edges and fluffy inside with far less effort and oil. Jump to: Crispy Easy Falafel Waffles (Fawaffle) I was never someone who liked to healthify recipes, especially authentic ones. But I get it; we all reach that point in life when eating healthy is no longer optional; it’s a must. I love falafel. It is a staple that I grew up with, and you’ll find plenty of falafel recipes on my website. After my falafel tacos, I’ve been…

Happy Friday! Here’s the latest Columbus restaurant news: Love Riley Cakes is getting ready to open her second location on Saturday, July 18. The new shop is located at 1089 W. First Ave. in Grandview, in the former Butcher & Grocer space. The Filipino coffee shop Koffee Paradise has fully opened its second shop, at 2285 W. Dublin Granville Rd. in Linworth. Speaking of Linworth, the Linworth Grill in the same plaza has closed. According to their website, the closure is just temporary as they look for a new space. A new Indonesian restaurant called Waroeng Buckeye Hibachi has opened…

One day, this thing is important and will save your life, and then a week later, the headlines say, “Oh, don’t bother with that. It doesn’t actually work.” You feel jerked back and forth by nutrition headlines. Cauliflower rice is one of those headlines. It was all the craze a few years back with the low-carb diet crowd. But that’s been years now, and cauliflower rice is still around, so maybe it’s more than a fad after all. It turns out that there are some real benefits to cauliflower, and you can prepare it in a way that actually tastes…