Author: Lily

No more boring or soggy cucumber sandwiches! This recipe and tips will walk you through how to make cucumber sandwiches perfectly. With a creamy, extra herby Mediterranean spread (without cream cheese or mayo), you’ll be serving these on repeat—for parties, picnics, or even a light lunch. Photo Credit: Suzy Karadsheh The Best Cucumber Sandwiches Have Zero Cream Cheese When it comes to making amazing cucumber sandwiches, I skip the cream cheese, mayo, and butter. Instead, I reach for labneh. If you ask me, it’s the best spread for cucumber sandwiches (and it’s even better whipped with a little extra virgin…

Breakfast is often said to be the most important meal of the day, and for a good reason. Eating a healthy breakfast daily can benefit your physical and mental health. Skipping breakfast or choosing unhealthy options can lead to negative consequences, such as weight gain, decreased energy levels, and poor concentration. According to research, eating breakfast can improve mental performance, help with weight loss, and boost immune system function. In addition, a healthy breakfast can provide essential nutrients and energy to start your day off right. With so many benefits, making breakfast a daily habit is important. Now let’s find…

After years of operating as a mobile pizza kitchen and as a farmers market stall, Fired Up Pizza has opened its first storefront in Worthington! They’ve made a home in the original Natalie’s space, where they’re dishing out wood-fired pies, cannolis, a sandwich or two, and more. If you were familiar with the space before, you’ll be surprised by the complete revamp of it. At the entrance you’re faced with long counters, behind which the team is putting together pies and sliding them into the oven. Off to the far right is a collection of tables if you choose to…

Blood pressure is called the “silent killer” for a good reason. You can’t feel it, you don’t know it’s high unless someone measures it. And yet, uncontrolled high blood pressure is quietly damaging your arteries, your kidneys, and your heart every single day. About 1.3 billion people around the world have hypertension. The World Health Organization calls it the single most important risk factor for early death worldwide. High blood pressure is responsible for 10.8 million preventable deaths every year. So it’s a very large problem. As we get older, people experience what doctors call “essential hypertension.” They can’t put…

Designed specifically to address the top hearing challenges of clients, the Signia Pure Charge&Go BCT IX hearing aids feature universal connectivity, industry-leading speech processing, and up to 36 hours of runtime on a single charge. Leading hearing care retailer HearUSA today announced that Signia’s new Pure Charge&Go BCT IX hearing aids are now available in HearUSA centers across the country, expanding its lineup of innovative hearing solutions to deliver the best in hearing care.  Bluetooth technology for hearing aids The Pure Charge&Go BCT IX hearing aids feature Bluetooth® Classic technology that delivers universal device compatibility, pairing with 99% of mobile…

These sugar free keto mini mocha cheesecakes are quick and easy to make and have 13 grams of protein and just 6 grams net carbs! Keto Mini Mocha Cheesecakes Coffee lovers and chocolate lovers looking for a decadent keto treat will love these mini mocha cheesecakes that are rich, satisfying, and actually support your goals, this recipe checks every box. Unlike a traditional cheesecake made with sugar, flour, and a high-fat cheesecake filling, these low carb individual cheesecakes are designed for a keto diet, balanced macros, and stable blood sugar-without sacrificing flavor. Even better? No water bath, no springform pan,…

This sugar-free banana bread is soft, moist, and naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and honey—no refined sugar needed! If you’re looking for a healthy banana bread recipe that’s easy, gluten-free, and perfect for breakfast or snacks, this one is a must-try. Made with simple pantry staples, this loaf delivers rich banana flavor with a tender crumb. Whether you want a naturally sweetened banana bread, a clean-eating treat, or a low-sugar snack for kids, this recipe checks every box. Why You’ll Love This Sugar-Free Banana Bread No refined sugar (naturally sweetened) Moist and fluffy texture Easy one-bowl recipe Gluten-free friendly Perfect for breakfast, snacks,…

Bold, tangy, and versatile, sauce gribiche is a classic French sauce made with hard-boiled eggs, briny capers, and sour cornichons. It adds punchy flavor to everything from steamed asparagus to cold meats. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Why You Should Make Authentic Sauce Gribiche My best kitchen discoveries are often inspired by thriftiness. As someone who hates to waste food, I’m always looking for ways to use leftover ingredients. I wanted to use up hard-boiled eggs, and that’s how I first discovered Gribiche sauce, a tangy, traditional French condiment that has been around since the 19th century and appears on bistro…

Once upon a time I created a hyaluronic acid serum in my kitchen, then later made a niacinamide moisturizer. I’m a big fan of DIY kitchen concoctions (as you can tell by now!). One of the most asked questions I got on those recipes was how to combine the two active ingredients. This HA and niacinamide moisturizer does just that. You get all of the hydrating benefits of HA and the skin boosting benefits of niacinamide in one easy lotion. Marrying Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide Niacinamide is a form of the water soluble vitamin B3. We need it in our…

Powell is about to get its first rooftop bar: Lani Rooftop Lounge! It’s set to open to the public on April 9. The third-story restaurant and bar sits atop the also-new Powell COhatch coworking space, and is owned by their Lifestyle Group. It’s a new mass timber structure on East Olentangy Street – hard to miss when you’re driving through town! The space is accessible via elevator off the back parking lot, with lots of natural light from the south- and west-facing windows, plus tall ceilings, lots of greenery, and a bar in the center. The patio spaces wrap around…