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Why I Love Sakara (+ a promo code!)

A few weeks back I was documenting my experience with Sakara on Instagram stories & I seriously have never received so many DM’s about a specific topic before. “Is it good?” “Worth they hype?” “Worth the price?” “Is it filling?” “How do I get some?” the list went on & on. Engaging with you guys […]

What’s In My Fridge

A few weeks ago I shared what I keep in my pantry as a food blogger & the response was so terrific I decided to share what I keep in my fridge as well. Below is a list of all the best brands, products, & everything I always make sure to have on hand. The list includes items for baking, […]

Travel Guide: Venice

During my first few months of living in Los Angeles all I’ve wanted to do is explore different areas. This city has SO much to offer & I don’t see that exploring stopping anytime soon. It’s one of my favorite parts of living in LA, you never stop discovering the best stores, restaurants, beaches, & so much […]

Homemade Healthy Chocolate Almond Butter Cups

Most candies are actually really difficult to create at home. Lots require gelatin or thermometers to get them juuuust right. If I’m being honest, most are kind of terrifying once you find out what’s truly in them. These however are beyond simple to create &, to make them even better, they’re actually much healthier than all candies […]

Public Lives: NoBread | Secret Recipes: Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Back in 2014 upon discovering she was allergic to gluten, Nicole Cogan the founder of NoBread (a site dedicated to gluten-free restaurants, recipes, & more), knew she didn’t just need to make a diet change but a lifestyle one. At the time she was working in finance where the majority of her nights were spent taking clients […]

Caramel Apple Turtle Donut Recipe

This time of year I often receive the question of, “how can I enjoy all my holiday parties yet still maintain a somewhat healthy diet?” Trust me, I get how hard it can be going from party to party surrounded by only cheese boards, dessert spreads, & unhealthy foods that are practically calling your name. […]

Where To Eat: Bondi Harvest

Checking out new restaurants is more than just deciding if they have good food or not. It’s about the atmosphere, service, food presentation, cleanliness, & if we’re being totally honest, Instagram-ability (did I just make that up…?). Very few can knock all those categories out of the park but recently I visited Bondi Harvest in Santa Monica & […]

The Ultimate Fruit Platter

One of the perks of living in Los Angeles is our accessibility to all different types of fresh fruit. I’m talking things you probably haven’t even heard of before that are readily available at your grocery store. Since living here I’ve visited quite a few places to purchase my groceries: farmers markets, grocery stores, specialty markets, the […]

Public Lives: Health-Ade Kombucha | Secret Recipes: Salmon Salad

Leave it to the geniuses behind the delicious Kombucha brand, Health-Ade, to whip up an incredible meal that actually includes their Kombucha within the recipe! Believe it or not, Daina, Vanessa, & Justin (the founders) let me in on a little Kombucha secret: you can use it in nearly every recipe in replacement of apple cider vinegar or any […]