News, Life, and Wellness

This year, the world is going to go mad over one little happy purple sweet potato named ube! The hype over this humble yam is more than due to its vibrant color. It is a healthy food that offers the best of both worlds - flavor and health benefits. And you can boost those health benefits! Here's how.

Soups are the best option for when you want something light and packed with flavor. Since there are so many types of soup to choose from, we've decided to make a list of soups that are tried and true, as well as completely dairy and gluten free.

Trying to eat healthier in the New Year, but running out of creative salad ideas? Want to spend less time in the kitchen while actually enjoying your food? We've got you! These 7 salads only require 5 ingredients (minus salt, pepper, and EVOO, of course) and require little to no cooking time.

Are you an avid entertainer or just passionate about cooking? If you enjoy your kitchen and making meals, are looking for new ways to reinvent your kitchen skills, or need a gift idea for a foodie, you’ve come to the right place!

Everyone loves a great dinner party. Whether planned or impromptu, these events can be the week's highlight. If your home is known as the regular chill spot or you are used to having surprise guests, keep your pantry stocked with staples to prevent last-minute dashes to the store or panic in the kitchen!

Using extra virgin olive oil instead of butter in your holiday baked goods cuts back on saturated fat, promotes good cholesterol with monounsaturated “healthy” fat, and adds wonderful depth of flavor. That’s a triple whammy! So how exactly do you bake the healthier way, while using olive oil? We've got you!

Breakfast is not everyone's a-game, especially on cooler fall days when sleeping in takes priority. Lazy Sunday brunches with friends make up some of the best memories. From delicious fruit platters to savory cheese boards, very few dishes don’t go well with brunch.

If you are struggling to find new and inventive ways of cooking mushrooms or would like a tasty treat for a plant-based dinner guest - here is how you can make the best out of these two ingredients.

Do you have a few chipped plates you need to get rid of, or do you miss the warmth of summer? It might be time to celebrate with a Greek dinner party. Tranquil blue waters, warm sun kissing your skin, and platters of hearty and healthy foods - the perfect Greek dinner party complete with the sounds of ‘Oopa!’ as a plate shatters on the floor to cheers of your guests. 

Every meal is a fusion of cultures. Combining flavors from different cultures is a new way of enjoying classic American cuisine.

Camping is usually a great adventure. Trips into the mountains or your favorite campground are traditionally filled with sights and outings that create a lifetime of memories. The meals might be simple, but they form part of those memories.

Hearty and healthy soul food is built on a foundation of flavor. The easiest way to make that flavor foundation is by using good ingredients, taking your time, and treating each dish with love and care. Here's how you can use EVOO in soups and stews for the best flavors.