Author: Lily

When the first green vegetables of the season become available, this light and refreshing spring salad delivers fresh herbs, peas, and greens tossed with a tarragon-infused vinaigrette. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond This Spring Salad Captures the Essence of the Season After a winter of cooking warm, slow-simmering dishes, I welcome the spring sunshine and a bounty of fresh ingredients. Spring is when I visit my local farmer’s market, and my garden comes back to life. This salad recipe is a combination of what I find at the market and the herbs bursting forth from the soil: slim asparagus stalks mixed…

Many people struggle with low energy levels and rely on caffeine or sugar to keep them going. But what if I told you that the solution to your energy woes could be found in the foods you eat? That’s right, there are plenty of foods that can give you a natural energy boost without the crash that comes with caffeine and sugar. But, these are not just any foods, there are the healthiest foods for energy. These foods are guaranteed to provide your body with energy, while also keeping In this article, you will find out the top 10 healthiest…

You see it in the mirror. You see it in your face. It’s not that you’re just getting chronologically older, but you’re gaining weight, especially around the middle, but really all over. That wasn’t part of your plan. What is going on? You haven’t changed what you’ve been doing or eating. And you know it’s somehow related to your hormonal shifts, but it’s not fair. You’ve worked hard at your health all your life. You’ve eaten what you thought was healthy, and your weight has been stable all these years. And now your body is betraying you.  Of course you…

Click here to watch Coach Rosa’s 5-minute workout routine.  Getting more movement into your daily life doesn’t mean you have to live at the gym or spend all day on the treadmill. Quick little bursts of movement, or short, easy workouts like this one, help you get up to the recommended 150 minutes of moderate-intensity cardio and twice-weekly resistance training. Try this next time you’re stuck in a hotel room or just have a little extra energy at home. “Need a 5-minute strengthening workout? Try this,” says Rosa Coletto, a functional fitness expert and gym owner. “Especially if you want…

Unreal Snacks launched its new Peanut Butter Drops exclusively at Whole Foods Markets nationwide. Unreal’s innovative Peanut Butter Drops enters the growing peanut butter category by taking the classic sweet snack and transforming it into something new for consumers. At a time when peanut butter is surging in popularity – the ingredient is up 23% YoY in search and is inspiring new adaptations in lattes, desserts, and savory snacks –  this product meets a very real market need, with research revealing that 30% of better-for-you chocolate shoppers are still purchasing conventional versions of peanut butter sweet snacks. Unreal Peanut Butter Drops offer…

Craving the Turkish Adana Kebab? Try This Game Changing Sheet Pan Trick! I am absolutely thrilled to share this recipe with you today. This isn’t the traditional, labor of love way to make kebab. Instead, we are using the viral, brilliant sheet pan kebab technique to revolutionize the process. Jump to: Try this Adana Kebab Recipe Turkish Kebab is something my family and I enjoyed when we dined out at Turkish restaurants. The Smoky, melt in your mouth kebab is drool worthy, but let’s be honest: how many of us have the time and specialized technique required to perfectly wrap…

My kids love homemade gummies and I’m quite the fan myself. They’re a fun way to get gummy candy without the processed ingredients and refined sugar. This version has a delicious fruity flavor and adds electrolytes for better hydration. Electrolyte Gummy Benefits In the past few years it seems like there’s a gummy version of almost everything. You can get gummy multivitamins, gummy ACV, and gummy beets. And while people love their gummies, they often contain processed sugars and fillers I’d rather avoid.  I’ve made a lot of gummies to target a variety of health complaints or just for general…

Happy Friday! Here’s the latest Columbus restaurant news: At long last, after being closed since a car crashed into it in January, Mezcla is reopening on Friday, June 5. The modern Mexican spot is owned by chef Garrett Talmadge, and originally opened in April of 2025. The Columbus nonprofit Local Matters announced that they will begin winding down operations over the coming weeks. It was founded by Michael Jones and Noreen Warnock in 2008, and has featured a number of programs in food education, advocacy, food rescue, and more over the years. They cited changes in critical funding as the…

This tofu pad thai is a vegan take on the classic Thai noodle dish, made with tender rice noodles, golden tofu, crunchy veggies, and a tangy-sweet tamarind sauce. The sauce is perfectly balanced: not too sweet, not too salty, and packed with that signature pad thai flavor. It’s fresh, satisfying, and way easier to make at home than you might think. Serve these rice paper dumplings with tofu pad thai for an easy vegan takeout-style dinner. Friends, if you’ve been let down by homemade pad thai before, this recipe is about to change everything. The secret? Real tamarind. So many…

Mediterranean orzo salad with crunchy veggies, briny feta, fresh herbs, and a zesty Greek-style dressing. This easy recipe tastes even better the next day—perfect for make-ahead lunches and cookouts! Photo Credits: Miriam Novoa My Trip to Greece Inspired this Orzo Salad Recipe This simple orzo salad recipe was inspired by a summer trip to Greece, which essentially mandates a twice-daily Horiatiki (Greek Salad). I was a little too hungry to call that dinner, so I quickly boiled orzo pasta and tossed it right in.  Not only was it a flavorful, fresh, and feel-good meal, I also happily enjoyed the leftovers…