Baked Honey Garlic Wings

I love foods like steak and risotto and gourmet salads, but if a last meal was ever to be requested for me, it would be wings. There's nothing as satisfying as a sticky, crispy wing. Perfectly baked (yes baked) and seasoned, with an amazing sauce. Are you drooling yet? Because I was when I made...

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Product Tip: Pond's Evening Soothe Wet Cleansing Towelettes

I am sitting in bed, in the middle of the night (ok, like 11 pm) and I just HAD to write up this quick post to share. I found the most amazing face wipes. Pond's Evening Soothe Wet Cleansing Towelettes are the most amazing make up remover wipes I have ever used. MAC wipes, which are some of...

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My Take On: The Fault In Our Stars by John Green

It's rare that a book makes you hate an author for writing it. Even more rare when that same book convinces you to go buy more of his work in some masochistic attempt to fill your head and heart with more tragedy. Because that's what this book is, from the very first page, you know it's going to...

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Product Tip: Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion

Good face lotion is hard to come by, especially one that works for many variations of skin types. I found the Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion this past summer, while searching for a light moisturizer that would help with whatever issues my skin has. This lotion is also perfect for winter months, reducing...

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My Take On: Inferno by Dan Brown

From The DaVinci Code to Angels and Demons,  Dan Brown has captured his audience with a very distinct, though sometimes repetitive, style of writing. His leading man, Robert Langdon, is a witty, handsome scholar who gets himself into the most unbelievable adventures. But we know this, we've...

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Quick and Easy: Breakfast Sandwich on Cheese Focaccia Bread

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but if you're anything like me, you don't always have the time for an intricate breakfast, if one at all! So, on occasion, you want to get a little more creative than a piece of toast with tea.  What you'll need:  - 1 Cheese Focaccia...

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Spritz Cookies with Mini Peanut Butter Cups

Spritz Cookies are buttery and tender, made with either a press or a pastry bag. A cookie press was gifted to me about a year ago, so I decided to finally put it to use. This exact cookie press can be found here.  What you'll need:  - 2 1/4 cup all purpose flour - 1/2...

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Avocado, Goat Cheese and Kumato Tomato Dip/Spread

A lot of recipe inspirations come from browsing grocery store aisles, concentrating on a currently favorited ingredient or, in my case, wanting Guacamole and realizing that I don't have most of the ingredients to make it. Which is how this dip/spread was born.  What you'll need:  -...

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Product Tip: TRESemmé Nourishing Rituals Liquid Gold Shine Therapy

I have been dying, curling, stripping and straightening my hair since Middle School. All of the heat and color has done a number on its health, so I'm always in search of a new product that will make it look and feel like something out of a Disney movie (aren't we all?).  I bought...

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About Me

I started this blog for a number of reasons. The first is that I wanted a place for my recipes and ideas, as well as some reviews! Secondly, I need a challenge. Cooking is a major love of mine and I've spent the last few months getting very involved with it. But, cooking can be a bit repetitive, so...

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Rose Apple Tart

 Apple Pie : Flaky crust, warm apple filling and a gooey caramel sauce. I love apple pie, it's easy, it's delicious and it's always the stand-by dessert for holiday parties.  However, on occasion, you just want to get creative and this Rose Apple Tart allows you to do just that.  This...

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Seriously Disappointing: Buxom Sculpted Lash Mascara

I love mascara. Adore it. Honestly, one could say I suffer from a small addiction. It was the first piece of makeup I ever owned and continues to be a major part of my makeup (and spending) habit.  Mascara, to me, brings light and life to an eye look. It awakens the face, covers eyeliner errors...

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I've Got a Thing For : Tea

Growing up in Ukraine and being raised by Russian parents, tea was a part of life. Every morning, every meal, tea was always present.  With honey, or milk, or a teaspoon of sugar, or plain (not that tea is ever truly plain).  I am no tea expert, this particular entry comes simply from...

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Worth Every Penny: Foundation for Oily Skin

My mother always told me "Your skin reflects your personality." If that's true, I must be one hell of a rebel, because my skin has no interest in behaving. It's oily, combination and prone to acne (all levels of fun). Because of my unruly skin; full coverage, long lasting and mattifying...

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Mushroom, Arugula and Cheese Tart

What you'll need:  1 cup Ricotta Cheese 1/2 cup shredded Trader Joe's English Cheddar w/ Caramelized Onion (buy this and use it in everything) 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan Cheese  2 teaspoon Fresh Basil  1/3 cup of Arugula  1 tablespoon Butter 1 tablespoon...

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