Visit Santa Cruz Island for World-Class Snorkeling, Kayaking and Hiking
Visiting Santa Cruz Island off the coast of Southern California is one of the most stunning ways I’ve found to get away from crowds and...
Peacock Birds Flock to the Burbs
The first peacock visited more than 10 years ago. At the time, my dog nearly crashed through our living room window to get to it,...
Beyond Skin Makes Vegan Shoes with Style
The British vegan shoe company Beyond Skin holds a certain mystique for me, and not just because of its glam styles. I first heard of...
The Beg Borrow and Steal Cocktail Recipe
This is what I learned from the Great Quarantine of 2020: to make do with what I have on hand, to appreciate all I have,...
Faux Leather Bags with Style from Etsy
Linda Wong has a background in management consulting and two Ivy League degrees. And the faux leather bags she sells in her Etsy shop called...
Vegan Nutrition Tips for Eating Healthy
You’ve heard it before: most Americans don’t eat what they should, according to a government survey. But don’t fret, you can learn to eat healthy—even...
The Best Vegan Junk Food and How to Avoid It
There are plenty of options for eating healthy without meat, dairy and eggs. But there are also pitfalls along the way too, because vegan junk...
Absorb Nutrients Better with These Expert Tips
What do coffee and oranges have in common? They both affect how well your body absorbs the nutrients it needs. Some foods—such as citrus—make it...
Rothy’s Review of Vegan Shoes with Style
Growing up, I wanted violet colored tennis shoes to match my favorite t-shirt. So badly. Unfortunately, options back then were pretty limited for girls like...
Black Bean Recipe is Boozy and Vegan
Think legumes are boring? These boozy black beans, rich with port wine and balsamic vinegar, will change your mind forever. This vegan black bean recipe,...