If you’re looking to kickstart your morning with a warm, comforting bowl that’s both nutritious and delicious, Naked Protein’s Cinnamon Roll Protein Oats could be your new go-to breakfast. Combining the classic flavors of a cinnamon roll with the powerful punch of protein, this oatmeal isn’t just a meal; it’s a morning experience that prepares…
From Skincare to Self-Care
Newport Beach’s OC Skin Care Center is all about honoring the largest organ in our body—our skin—and any service they provide is refined to do exactly just that. Mahla Morteza and her team understand that there is no ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to the best skin care regime and will cater to…
Staycation’s All I Ever Wanted
Conveniently located two blocks from Union Square, art galleries including The Museum of Ice Cream, Chinatown and the Financial District, you’ll find San Francisco’s century-old gem: The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel. The Clift Hotel was commissioned by Frederick C. Clift in 1913 and opened for business in 1915. Not only was this hotel the first…
Home Sweet WFH with Desenio
Officially a homeowner and am eternally grateful for this milestone. I’m grateful for the roof over my head, to live so close to my family and friends, and to host intimate dinners. Especially with the quarantine lifestyle this past year has brought upon us, I’ve truly embraced solitude, peace, and the fun of decorating your…
Hints of Hazelnut Heaven
Inspired by Rachel Conners from BakeritaBlog.com. I improvised on a few things that I had in the house. For instance I used almond flour instead of hazelnut meal and almond milk instead of coconut milk. Prep time: 15 min Chill time: 2 hours Total time: 2.25 hours Yield: 12 tartlets FOR THE HAZELNUT CRUST 1.5…
Explore European Butter Through This Festive Recipe
Who knew butter could have a nationality? From American butter to French and Moroccan butters, there are different methods to produce these special butters. Let’s dive a little deeper into European butter. Does it speak another language? Does it taste differently? What we’re really talking about here is the style in which butter is produced…
Mindful Meals in the Marina
Post work out goodies are one of the best part about working out besides the feel good mood that comes from those endorphins! Work out, work up a sweat, work up an appetite, repeat. SF has something for everyone with its endless offerings of boutique workout classes and prime foodie scene within each neighborhood, whether you’re in FiDi…
Cooking Makes My Heart Go Bi-Bim-Bap
Cooking makes my heart go bi-bim-bap. As much as I love exploring new restaurants and hot spots around the city day in and day out, cooking is my true muse. Tonight I tried something new and whipped up vegetarian bibimbap with @morinutofu #morinu_partner #morinutofu #shelfstable Ingredients 1 cup uncooked brown rice 1 teaspoon olive oil 1…
Birthday Bashin with PremiumShotz
PremiumShotz is the one-stop, no-fuss photo booth rental experience that I quickly fell in love with after my Noir Tie Affair birthday party. Honestly, I booked my session for my party within minutes; it was so easy! The rental session includes the equipment (including a high-quality DSLR), the lighting, service staff, customizable layouts, backdrop options,…
The Tea-rrific Benefits of Priobiotic Teas by Bigelow
In today’s society and busy lifestyle, it’s difficult to consistently balance your health. Whether you are always on the go or you’re just simply too busy, life can get hectic and usually the first priority to fall on the wayside is health and wellness. This could mean lack of choosing healthy food options out of…
Drink in a New Language
Although I’m personally not the biggest beer fan, I must say that Japanese Craft Beer was quite the game changer. To tell you a little bit more about it, 23 Japanese craft breweries have collaborated to formulate “Japanese Craft Beer” to gain more visibility and influence. This is an industry association striving to increase awareness and…
From point A to point 2B: Final Furnishes with Apt 2B
As many of you know, I couldn’t stay away from California for too long. A few months ago I moved back to San Francisco from New York into a lovely apartment in SOMA neighborhood. Great location, check. Awesome roommates, check. Rent that doesn’t break my bank (barely), check. My tireless cross country move was…
Snacking Simply
We’ve all experienced this moment before: you rush home, starving, with 20 minutes to change before darting out to your next appointment. No time to cook all the produce you just bought, and no leftovers to snag. You open the pantry and see a bag of potato chips. *Sigh* This will do. The salty morsels…
Guilt-Free Soft Baked PB Choco Chip Cookies
PREP: 10 MINUTES COOK: 9 MINUTES TOTAL: 19 MINUTES These bendy melt-in-your-mouth gems are an incredible gluten-free, dairy-free, and low-carb alternative to traditional chocolate chip cookies. INGREDIENTS: 2 tablespoons solid coconut oil 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup 1 large egg 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2 cups Bob’s Red Mill almond flour or almond meal 1/2 teaspoon baking…
Moving Coast to Coast
Dear New York, I love you, but I love California more #NYCbreakup My oh my, where do I even begin with this crazy city. NYC will always hold a very special place in my heart. After all, I didn’t come here for a long time but sure did have a great time during my time…
Offline to IRL Experiences with Camp Meets Bagel
Featured photography by KeLi Photography Escaped the city for a quick getaway as I attended this weekend’s festivities with the popular online dating app, Coffee Meets Bagel. CMB officially launched its exciting new initiative, CMB Experiences where online conversations become a reality with unique, real-world events and spaces. With CMB Experiences, members (and non-members) can engage in a…
Totes all about Modern Oats
INGREDIENTS 1 container Modern Oats Just Oats 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (add more in the morning if it’s too dry) 1 scoop (~1/4 cup) protein powder 4 tsp black chia seeds ¼ tsp cinnamon ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk yogurt optional 1-3 tsp honey to taste* optional toppings: strawberries, blueberries, almonds, raisins, coconut flakes,…
Ride your way to Rewards by Ubering Everywhere with the Uber Visa Card
Here’s your quick go-to guide for living like a star at LA’s hottest spots with the Uber Visa Card: Catch LA (8715 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood CA 90069) This uber (pun intended) posh rooftop space is a high traffic hotspot for A-list celebrity sightings along with its renowned seafood-focused food & crafty cocktails. With its…
Speakin Easy: Best NYC Speakeasies
124 Old Rabbit Club – Accessed by pressing a buzzer, this skinny cellar pub features a long list of mostly European beers. 67 Orange Street – Bi-level Harlem lounge with a cozy vintage-speakeasy feel serving cocktails & small plates. Angel’s Share – Speakeasy-style bar in the East Village offering exotic cocktails in a cool, hard-to-find space. Atta Boy – Innovative,…
Livin La Vida Campo Viejo: How to Throw an Al Fresco Wine & Cheese Soiree
We all know wine and cheese go together like peanut butter and jelly, two peas in a pod, and mac and cheese. With endless options in the wine aisle, which wine to choose? They say never judge a book by its cover and just because a wine label may look cutesy doesn’t necessarily mean it’ll…