Summer is coming along faster than I thought, and thought things are looking less gloomy out there, I feel there's something missing. Things or events haven't exactly been "uplifting" since past couple months, and I badly needed to "spruce up" my life. And though movies, dinners, outings with friends and family do help to perk you up for some time, I thought it was time to take on a project that … [Read more...]
5 Recipes To Get Spa Treatment At Home
While the idea of spending an entire day at a relaxing spa sounds amazing, most of us don’t have the time or money to pamper ourselves to that extent. It would be wonderful to have someone work on your face, body and hair, making you feel gorgeous, even for that one single day. And yet, for most of us, the cost of this indulgence is not something that our budget allows, but that does not mean that … [Read more...]
Cookies & Cocoa for Christmas Eve
Holidays can become really stressful if you have large parties and gatherings to cater too. All the planning and preparation can take a toll, and instead of relaxing and enjoying quality time with your family, you end up doing more work during the holidays! Entertaining can be quick and fun, and with just a few simple ideas, you can still throw a perfect party that everyone will enjoy, without … [Read more...]
Avocado Face & Hair Mask
2-Ingredient Homemade Avocado Face & Hair Mask When it comes to skin care, sun damage is a primary cause for dark, patchy and wrinkled skin. I was told by a skin care professional that applying sunscreen twice a day is not enough, if you use a sunblock with SPF 50, you need to re-apply every 3 hours or so! Wow, I had no idea, and frankly, its not a priority for me, so I stick to my twice a … [Read more...]
How To Make Christmas Ornaments At Home
Homemade Christmas Ornaments Gone are the days when everything used to be Homemade, especially during Holiday season. Lack of time and easy availability of stuff at affordable prices make buying stuff an attractive bet, versus making something yourself. However, I'm sure everyone of you will agree, that making things yourself is a great way to indulge your creativity, and holiday crafts are a fun … [Read more...]
Spiced Nuts in a Jar
Spiced Nuts are often the best tidbits to serve at any Holiday gathering. Their versatility makes them a crowd favorite, and you can make them spicy, savory, sweet, or a dash of all together. Get inspired by holiday flavors and add cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, maple- any flavor that you fancy and give a new twist to your spiced nut recipe. They also make a wonderful gourmet gift or party favor. Just … [Read more...]
Ultimate Holiday Cocktails
Ultimate Holiday Cocktail Recipes Thanksgiving is literally just around the corner, and pretty soon we'll be setting up our house for Santa as Christmas draws closer. Holiday season gives all of us a chance to spend some good quality time with our families, laughing away at kids' jokes, and swapping high-school stories with friends and family. This is also a time to celebrate good food, and so … [Read more...]
5 New Side Dishes For Thanksgiving Menu
Delicious Side Dishes for Easy Entertaining As much as you plan and prepare for your Turkey, or any other Vegetarian main course, do not forget the side dishes. They are as important as the main course or the dessert, as they add an interesting texture and variety to the menu, in their own endearing way. This Thanksgiving, you don't have to go for the staples like Green beans or Mashed … [Read more...]
Diwali Celebration – Ideas Crafts & More
If you have Indian neighbors, you have probably already seen them stringing lights around their house, as Diwali approaches. Diwali is a very popular festival celebrated all over India, and Indians residing around the world. It is also the Hindu New Year for some Indians, and is generally celebrated as a 3-5 day festival, just like Christmas or Thanksgiving. It helps us Indians spread … [Read more...]
Easy 5-Step Facial at Home
How to do a Facial at HomeThese days, life has become so hectic for women that its hard to find time or energy to take care of your skin! Yes, you might squeeze in a facial visit to your beautician once every 2 months, but that is not enough. Not everyone is blessed with flawless skin like Aishwarya Rai or Cindy Crawford, but that does not mean we can't look beautiful too. If you want a healthy, … [Read more...]