There’s nothing quite like a classic chewy oatmeal cookie. Chewy, not too sweet and with a touch of cinnamon, this simple recipe is perfect for plain chewy oatmeal cookies or as a base with some of your favorite add-ins like chocolate chips, raisins or nuts. PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES | COOK TIME: 10 MINUTES |…
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Oatmeal Banana Bread
All of this extra time at home has been a great opportunity to try out new recipes and to hone kitchen skills. To the extent we can, we are supporting our local businesses through takeout orders. But, the reality is, ordering out for every meal is neither a healthy or financially reasonable option, so I’ve…
10 Best NYC Holiday Bars: The 2019 Edition
There’s nothing quite like the holidays in New York City! Whether you’re a NYC native or coming for a visit to take in all the wonder that is this beautiful city during the holiday season, there’s no better way to keep things merry and bright than stopping into one of many holiday themed bars for a festive cocktail or two.
MY Ultimate “No Frills or Chill” Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
Pregnancy is inherently challenging, but as far as pregnancies go, it seems I’ve had a relatively easy one – no major complications, vomiting, excessive weight gain, swelling or insatiable cravings (fingers crossed for an uneventful third trimester). But one surprising side effect of this pregnancy has been my general disinterest in food. I know, you…
MY Ultimate List of NYC Holiday Bars
Here’s my ultimate list of NYC holiday bars!
8 NYC Wine Bars to Get Cozy in this Winter
With friends visiting from out of town this weekend who wanted to catch up over wine, I was reminded of the endless number of amazing wine bars throughout NYC. And, with winter finally upon us (at least in theory – someone bring me some snow already), I can’t think of anything more appropriate than gathering at…
Sunday Funday: 10 Bottomless NYC Brunches to Make Any Sunday Fun
This year, while planning my birthday festivities, I decided to fall back on an old, but always reliable plan – boozy brunch (after toiling with the idea of throwing a Halloween house party and quickly coming to my senses). So, as I set out to find pick the perfect locale for our large group, I came upon some…
Perfectly Rosy Cupcakes
Whether you’re making cupcakes for an upcoming bridal shower, birthday party or just because, I can’t think of anything lovelier than presenting a tray of edible roses. For JY’s baby shower a few weeks ago, Sis was tasked with making cupcakes for the Sweets & Candies Table. After furiously googling “pretty pink cupcakes” for inspiration…
8 Hot Sauces That Will Change Your Life
Anyone who knows me knows that I LOVE LOVE LOVE spicy food. The obsession started at the tender age of 7 or 8, when cousin SX introduced the idea of dipping hot fries into garlic chili paste, and I haven’t looked back yet. In fact, I rarely (and actually never) eat a meal without some added…
Searching for Summer: Cucumber Vodka Cooler
Recently, MM invited me over for dinner and some much needed catch-up time at her adorable apartment in Hells Kitchen. After months of snowy NYC days, we were finally seeing signs of long coveted Spring – dewy mornings and sunny skies. MM was making dinner – a delicious linguine with fresh clams – and I was in…