I love the Holiday season, because it gives us a reason to mingle with friends and family, and even make new friends, something that we tend to neglect in our super-busy lives! But with a full-time job, and 2 kids to dote upon at home, I can rarely find time for myself. In fact, I seriously cannot remember when I had a long conversation with my husband – these days, our chats are barely 2 minutes … [Read more...]
Peppermint Mocha Frappuccinos
November 13, 2013 by
As soon as October approaches, the holiday season starts creeping upon the people in United States, and the weather turns to mildly chilly with occasional bouts of sunshine. And right now, Autumn is shining upon us in full glory on this northern coast of California. I love Fall, because it's neither too cold nor too warm, and this is the best weather to enjoy chilled Frappuccinos or heart-warming … [Read more...]
DIY: Scented Flameless Floral Candles
October 23, 2013 by
Diwali is just around the corner, and there is tonnes of activity going on in the house. Food is always an essential part of any festivities, but this festival of lights is incomplete without "Lights & Diyas". On Diwali, it is a tradition to decorate your entire house with lights, and light oil-lamps or diyas, to shun the darkness in our lives and fill it with light. Even I was looking for a … [Read more...]
14 Proven Remedies To Reduce Wrinkles Naturally
October 17, 2013 by
Wrinkles are a woman's worst enemies, especially as they tend to grow stronger with each passing year! The human skin has an outer layer that protects our internal body organs from the outside environment, as well as prevents loss of moisture. but as the skin ages, the fat, collagen and elastin in the skin, which are responsible for the smooth youthful appearance, start to decrease, leading to … [Read more...]
Spinach & Lentil Soup
October 14, 2013 by
Spinach and Split Peas (Moong Dal) soup flavored with garam masala and mint Spinach is not called a superfood without a reason! Loaded with vitamins and anti-oxidants, it is a very nutritious ingredient that does not have a very distinct taste, and hence can easily be added to several of your favorite recipes without altering their taste too much, like these Super Moist Spinach Banana Muffins. … [Read more...]
8 Proven Ways To Bond With Your Baby
September 30, 2013 by
I can't believe that my little one is 3 months old already! I still remember the day we brought him home - he was so tiny, curled up under the noose of my neck, feeling safe and protected and unaware of the world around him! Merely holding and cuddling him made me feel instantly happy. Bonding with my baby was the most active anti-depressant in the first few days post-partum, and now, even though … [Read more...]
Top 10 Natural Remedies To Remove Blackheads
September 4, 2013 by
Blackheads are also known as 'open comedones' in the medical terminology, but for you and me, they are simply the first stage of acne, and are generally caused due to poor hygiene, excess generation of facial oils, poor diet, poor digestion and possibly thyroid disorders. Exfoliated skin, dirt, and bacteria congeal beneath the outer layers of skin to form unsightly blemishes, which are called … [Read more...]
The 2-ingredient Ice Cream You Can’t Resist!
August 16, 2013 by
I am sure most of you must have heard about the famous Biscoff Cookies that hail from Europe, right? And if you haven't then you have definitely missed something, and should go and buy a packet today. However, if you can't find a packet of Biscoff cookies, then do not fret, because something even better is now available in your grocery stores - Biscoff Spread. Made from original Belgium Biscoff … [Read more...]
A Working Mom’s Guide to Stress Management
July 8, 2013 by
As a mother of a pre-schooler and a newborn, I know I often feel the need to just sit back and relax, but even that feels like a luxury these days! But am I complaining? definitely not, because I have carved my life to be happy with 5 hours of sleep at night, and enjoy the rest of the day with my little one and my family, finding time to squeeze in some relaxing activities that help me enjoy this … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Spruce Up Your Summer Drinks
June 5, 2013 by
Summer means long nights of sipping bright beverages on beautiful open patios. Trends in summer drinks focus on the continuance of the farm to table movement, as well as place an emphasis on high quality. On trend beverage lists feature drinks concocted with an alchemy of local and fresh ingredients. Its very easy to add a new variety and dimension to simple summer drinks by adding a few twists to … [Read more...]
