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The “rich” in this novel’s title is a vast understatement. These are people who own five homes, fly only on their private planes, and spend $250,000 on a single dress. It’s absurd…which is exactly why I lapped up ever juicy page. I had no idea that this level of wealth existed, nor does Rachel Chu when…
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My strategy for living the best life is not perfect, but it’s working for me. This is how I make sure the juice is worth the squeeze.
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Cooking with seasonal ingredients takes advantage of when produce is at its best. There’s usually more flavor, it can be more cost efficient, and it just feels more genuine. Each month I’ll cook a dish showcases and in-season ingredient. I may make brussels sprouts all year long, but now is when they’re really in their prime.…
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Halloween is nearly upon us, which means I will intentionally overbuy trick or treating candy so I have some leftover for myself. Here’s a handy wine-pairing guide for all those Halloween sweets. When I was watching the Miss America pageant last month I noticed there was a lot of talk and [even better!] scholarships about…
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Food Network Magazine had a mini “Family and Kids” mag in the back of a recent issue. In this section, they reinvented ants on a log, the classic after school snack of celery sticks filled with peanut butter and topped with raisins. I’m pretty sure this article was all about sneaking veggies into your kid’s…
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Believe it or not, but I had never made chili. There are two main reasons I never tried: I’ve never really liked chili. I’m a big fan of the chili toppings (sour cream, cheese, fritos…) but the chili itself…meh. I’m not big on beans and that seemed to be a major component so I’d just…
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As of last weekend, we are done with weddings in 2014. I have loved each and every one, but I’m kind of excited to have some more low key weekends on the horizon. That said, my weekends seem to be filling up pretty fast… In celebration of the brand new Lego store in Flatiron, Madison…
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When I asked the man at the information desk where I could find “The Good Girl,” he responded “um do you mean “Gone Girl?” Both thrillers with similar names, such confusion was inevitable. But I am sure once people start reading “The Good Girl” it will establish its own [deserved] following. Mia Dennett has always been…
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Life isn’t always Insta-perfect. Here’s a look at the behind-the-scenes me.
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Peaches to Apples 