Author: Lily

10 Best Breakfast in Manchester Spots – the top places for breakfast and brunch around the vibrant UK city – with video tours and a clickable map to help you find all of the restaurants and cafes. 10 Best Breakfast In Manchester Spots These 10 Best Breakfast in Manchester Spots have all been tried and tested, and I can heartily recommend visiting any of these popular places in the vibrant UK city. I’ve made it my personal mission since moving to England over 8 months ago to try as many different breakfast spots in Manchester to find all of the…

Lamb meatballs are seasoned to perfection with Baharat spice, a warm sweet-and-savory Middle Eastern spice blend, then cooked in a delicious caramelized onion sauce until they become irresistibly tender. Photo Credits: Mariam Hamdy The Lamb Meatball Recipe that Reminds Me of Home Growing up in Egypt, my family cooked with lamb regularly, and we know a few secrets on how to make lamb both flavorful and juicy. Traditional lamb meatballs often struggle with two things: gamey undertones and a dry, dense texture. My recipe solves both issues by nestling the meatballs into a simple 3-ingredient onion sauce. As the meatballs…

The human digestive system is home to trillions of microbial cells that influence human physiology. The micro-organisms in your gut play an important role in maintaining the good health of your body. They help digest your food, produce vitamins, regulate your immune system, and protect you from harmful pathogens. Scientists have even suggested that gut health may be directly linked to mental health. Any imbalance in the flora can lead to problems like bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea, inflammation, and even mood disorders. Maintaining good gut health is the easiest way to maintain good overall health. You’ll find out 13 easy…

I love a good coffee trailer (like my favorite Moonbird Coffee Co.!), so I was very excited when a new one opened a couple blocks from my work in the Warehouse District downtown. Meet Cafe Stai Manso! Owners Jessie and Hailey renovated a horse trailer into an adorable mobile coffee business and have parked it regularly in the lot next to Ebb & Float. Just look for the big Warehouse District mural! “Stai Manso” is drawn from the Italian loosely meaning “relax” or “chill.” Their straightforward menu includes espresso, cappuccinos, Americanos, a mocha, cocoa, and a collection of signature and…

These Sugar Free Low Carb Keto Girl Scout Tagalong Cookies are a homemade version of the classic Girl Scout Peanut Butter Patties, but without the sugar or high carbs. This keto treat has everything you love about the real thing- a buttery shortbread cookie base, creamy peanut butter filling, and a smooth chocolate coating on top of the cookie. Keto Copycat Girl Scouts Tagalongs If Tagalongs are your favorite Girl Scout cookies, you’ll love this homemade version. These keto Tagalong cookies are made with simple ingredients like sesame flour, natural peanut butter, sugar free chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and butter so you can…

This traditional Italian Easter bread recipe is incredibly soft, lightly sweet, and scented with citrus zest. Each twisted ring has a whole egg nestled in the center to celebrate rebirth and renewal. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm This Italian Easter Bread is a Festive Favorite Italian Easter Bread (Pane di Pasqua) has a texture similar to Challah and is flavored with lemon zest, orange zest, and vanilla extract. To finish, I tuck a brightly colored egg into the dough nest and top it with sprinkles. These eggs do more than add celebratory flair; they also symbolize rebirth. The name of this recipe…

I first wrote about red light therapy more than a decade ago, long before it became trendy on social media. At the time, I was deep in my own healing journey with Hashimoto’s, trying to understand why my body felt so depleted and what I could do to support it at the root level. Red light therapy was one of the tools I used during that season. And while I still believe it can be incredibly helpful, my perspective has shifted. I no longer see it primarily as a “device-based therapy.” Instead, I see red light as part of a…

Happy Friday! Here’s the latest Columbus restaurant news: A new restaurant and bar called The Nine is set to debut on Tuesday, March 10, in the lower level of 5601 N. High St. in Worthington. The space is the former home of The Light of Seven Matchsticks, which closed in late 2022. The Nine is operated by Bismaark Akomeah, who was formerly a bartender at High Bank Distillery. Light of Seven Matchsticks was located underneath the original Natalie’s location, which is now home to Fired Up Pizza, also opening soon. The new owners of Basic Biscuits, Kindness, and Coffee in…

Something interesting is happening in our society regarding health and fitness. For years, the spotlight was on extremes. High intensity. Fast results. Six-pack abs. People thought exercise was only for the young and Hollywood-style sexy. But now, the focus is shifting to something smarter, more sustainable, and healthier for everyone. According to the annual Worldwide Fitness Trends report from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), “Fitness Programs for Older Adults” ranks as the No. 2 global trend for 2026. Right behind wearable technology. This has been building recently, and it’s a key signal about our changing society and our…

Pea salad should let the peas shine. Let’s skip the mayo this year and make a pea salad that really celebrates the fresh bounty of the season! Nothing says spring like a green pea salad with a few slivers of radish, fresh herbs, and a finishing touch of feta. Photo Credits: Andrea Gralow The Best Healthy Pea Salad Recipe It’s time to bring pea salad into the 21st century. Don’t get me wrong, the traditional English pea salad dressed in mayo, sour cream and cubes of cheddar has withstood the test of time, but I think these cheerful, green harbingers…