My quest for a non-corny planner I'll actually want to use

Well, it’s eight days into the new year and I’m already dropping the ball on one of my resolutions: to start using a paper planner. It’s not for lack of initiative, either. I simply can’t find one that fits both my requirements, which are 1) not too expensive and 2) not ugly. I loved using …

No more standing on chairs: This app promises perfect food pics

If you’re using the Ludwig filter on those eggs benedict, there might be something more appetizing out there.  SEE ALSO: 5 apps to help you get through that New Year’s Day hangover Foodie, which Line Corporation released Feb. 2, is an entirely food-centric photo app. Though there are other food photo apps on the  market, this free …

Ultimate food porn: Delectable dumplings from scratch (just take a seat)

Lunar New Year is around the corner (Feb. 8) and there’s no better way to celebrate than by making these traditional Chinese dumplings. We went to Mimi Cheng’s, a Taiwanese-Chinese dumpling emporium, for the ultimate dough folding experience with co-owner Marian ChengFind out more about the tradition: http://on.mash.to/1Q1YqKN Read more…More about Recipe, Lifestyle, Home, Chinese …

The 100 best food pairings ever

The 100 best food pairings everWhen it comes to flavor, combination is everything. Two straightforward ingredients can become an entirely new, eye-opening dish. (Think about the first time you had a chocolate-covered pretzel and realized salty and sweet was the greatest thing on the planet.)This list — a compilation of exotic fare and basic duos …

7 simple meditation methods to help improve your daily life

It seems that the whole world is now meditating, which is wonderful news, as meditation does so much for us on all levels: body, mind and spirit. On a physical level, meditation allows the body to stay stress-free. Mentally, it helps the mind feel peaceful and less attached to the outcome of each individual task …

14 books to help you live your best damn life in 2016

The new year is almost here — and that means it’s time to set those absolutely unbreakable resolutions. Whether you are making specific resolutions — such as going to the gym a few times a week — or more nebulous ones such as being “more grateful” in 2016, it’s important not to lose sight of …

7 rich apple and honey dishes for a sweet Rosh Hashanah

Sunday night marks the beginning of Rosh Hashanah, the the Jewish New Year. This important holiday starts with blowing the shofar and eating apples dipped in honey to symbolize a sweet new year Of course, apples dipped in honey is so old testament See also: 16 matcha recipes for anyone green to the latest culinary …