5 stars? Lavender pink skies, cerulean turquoise waters, and glistening white sands? All-inclusive resort featuring 22 restaurants from all around the globe? Welcome to Beach Turks & Caicos, your next escape from reality. In today’s hustle and bustle, bombardment of information and notifications, Turks & Caicos epitomizes a true island hideaway. Following Hurricane Irma, Beaches…
Author: Kimia Kalbasi
I’m All the Way Up: Must-Go Rooftops in NY from Manhattan to Brooklyn
Oh rooftop season! Honestly, it should be considered a designated season on its own if you ask me. Certainly can’t beat the heat without some fresh air and sweeping views of endless high-rises and skyscrapers (extra plus when the fiery sunset comes out to play). Local? Tourist? Either way, here is your guide to all…
It Aint Easy Being Cheesy: All Hail Kale Gouda Rotini Recipe
Prep Time 10 Mins Cook Time 20 Mins Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings Difficulty Easy Cheezy Peezy Ingredients 1 pound Banza pasta 1/2 pound Rembrandt Extra Aged Gouda, shredded 2 tbsp olive oil 1 (7-ounce) jar diced tomatoes preserved in olive oil, drained and thinly sliced OR 1/2 cup basil marinara sauce 2 cups…
Your next bucket list go-to destination: Bora Bora
Bora Bora simply equates to all of your tropical dreams come to life. Clear blue waters, sparkling white sand, and majestic bungalows at every turn. Over 4 million years ago the island was formed by a volcanic eruption. For a time, it was uninhabited and desolate, until people from the Tongan island came. They are believed…
Workouts You Need to Try To Kick Off Your 2018 Fitness Resolutions
New year, new you, right? As fitness remains as a top resolution year after year, here are some of my personal favorite workout picks for you to check out to kick off your resolutions that you MAY actually hold yourself accountable to 🙂 Rumble Rumble fit a super fun, high-energy kickboxing class that will surely…
Top 5 NYC Brunch Spots
Juice & Java NYC: Located in the West Village, this cozy cafe features endless favorite from classic avo toast and lox to fresh fruit smoothies and juices to quinoa bowls and of course, java for those motivated by caffeine. Covina: All-day spot in the Park South Hotel is perfect when you’re craving pasta, pizza &…
7 Favorite Guilt-Free Snacks You Need to Try
Snacking has become a side hobby these days. Side hustle even. Well, if your stomach is a bottomless pit like mine then it might as well be a freakin’ full-time job. With all that said, guilt may inevitably come with your snacking habits but in all honesty, you should never ever ever EVER regret anything…
As Seen on TV! Apple Pie Spice Parfait
As someone with an undying sweet tooth, this is my all-time favorite healthy holiday recipe alternative to apple pie. It’s not quite apple pie but it sure resembles the smell and taste of it. Minus all the guilty. The recipe was actually adapted by a recipe I learned in Home Economics class back in middle…
Peanut Butta Smoothie Time
Okay so if you know me personally, you know I’m bananas over peanut butter..I love peanut butter anything and everything. Whether it’s crunchy or smooth, eaten straight out of the jar with a spoon, slathered on a piece of toast, blended into an acai bowl, or a peanut butter-flavored ice cream or protein bar, there’s…
Top 5 Favorite Bars for the Busy Bee #BusyBeeBars
As someone who’s constantly on the run in between meetings, events, and traveling, nothing beats a solid protein bar to maintain satiated and up to speed with day-to-day tasks. Personally, I appreciate the convenience and immediate satisfaction, so I’m a TOTAL bar junkie..protein bars, granola bars..You name em, I love em. OH, and anything…
Boston Guide: Bars, Coffee, and Everything in Between
Fast Facts: Happy Hour is against the law in Boston…(Umm farewell discounted Pinot Noir RIP) Boston is home to the very first chocolate factory in the States.. (Willy Wonka, is that you?) The first U.S. based subway was built in Boston (and to think it was in New York..) Fig Newton is named after a…
Got Coffee? Here’s Your NYC Guide to Complete Caffeination
Lower Manhattan Black Fox Coffee Airy cafe serving an eclectic American menu, including vegan options, plus coffee, wine & beer Gotan – Modern coffee shop featuring espresso drinks & daytime fare in a spacious, industrial-chic space Irving Fam Coffee Roasters – Hip local coffee house chain serving light eats & drinks made from house-roasted beans Kaffe La Colombe…
Kalbasis Take Kauai: Travel Guide 101
Before I go into travel agent mode and provide you with a plethora of recommendations from coffee shops to scenic spots and dining options, here are a few fast fun facts about Kauai: Kauai also known as the “Garden Island” due to its white sandy beaches, tropical landscape, and evergreen mountains Kauai is well over 6 million…
Staycations are the New Vacations: Experience Hyatt Centric Times Square
Staycations are the new vacations nowadays. Enjoying your neck of the woods from a tourist’s experience provides a whole newfound appreciation and insight and to your day-to-day environment. You realize people travel day in and day out and spend countless dollars to visit your city that you call home. That city for me is New…
From Four Seasons to Daily Harvest, CEO Rachel Drori Talks Superfoods, Trends, and Technology
Major corporation experience, business school, love for travel..Rachel Drori knew she wanted to wanted to transform herself into an entrepreneur since her she showed interest in branding and marketing. From Seasons to American Express and diving into those corporate mega-monsters, she realized she wanted to hop into a smaller pond and also go digital which…
Keep on Keepin’ on and Keepin’ Portland Weird
Here’s your quick 101 guide to Portland: Aesthetics on Point Mount Tabor Beacon Rock Multnomah Falls Silver Falls Oneonta Gorge Angel’s Rest Wahclella Falls Powells Books Shop Til Ya Drop NW 23rd Street Hawthorne Square Washington Square Pioneer Place Lloyd Center Did Someone Say Coffee? Jim & Patty’s Coffee People See See’s Sweets…
Tulum Takeover: Escape and Experience El Dorado Paired with Kendall Jackson Wines
Hola amigos! Planning your next tropical vacation and don’t know where to stay? El Dorado by Karisma is hands down, undoubtedly the place to be. Disclaimer: you’re welcome in advance. Post-card worthy bungalows to tell your friends you wish they were with you, swaying palm trees slowly dancing to the rhythm of the wind, and…
Tick, Tock, Tequila Time!
If you know me, you know that my fave alch is either red wine or tequila..Yes, I am an extremist. Anywho, with National Tequila right around the corner (ahem July 24th), Tequila Cazadores cocktail recipes for National Tequila Day. Or if you’re too lazy to concoct these concoctions yourself, scroll more to find out where…
Rockin’ Bottles and Bottle Rockin’ in Napa Valley: Bands, Booze, and Backstage with Fitz & The Tantrums, gnash, Arizona, and Michael Franti
Time to outgrow your typical music festival tendencies and enhance your experience with the premium edition — better known as Northern California’s five-year-old BottleRock Festival, featuring fine wine, hoppy beer, culinary arts, and great tunes at the Napa Valley Expo Center. This year’s headliners included Maroon 5, Foo Fighters, and Tom Petty along with performances…
Destination Never Grow Up as a Grown Up: Club Getaway in Connecticut
Just when you thought camping was just for kids, you are about to be proven entirely wrong. Swimming, jumping, flying, eating, playing, and mingling is all done adult-style at Club Getaway. Fun fact: Club Getaway is one of the oldest summer camps for adults. In fact, it was founded over four decades ago back in…