February 2018

Be Your Own Valentine: 10 Ways to Pamper Yourself

Be Your Own Valentine: 10 Ways to Pamper Yourself

When I was in my twenties, I focused on finding a partner. I found one, and he became my date, my fiancé, my husband, my world.  When I was in my thirties, he left.  I felt like in the game of life, I had been stripped of everything and sent back to the start. I looked around for help, and I found it in my many friends. These smart, supportive women rallied around me. Some... »

Carol C. Dorey Real Estate, Inc.

Carol C. Dorey Real Estate, Inc.

For the woman behind the eponymous firm Carol C. Dorey Real Estate, Inc., “pride of place” defines the very essence of her successful realty company, which specializes in high-value property. Carol is quick to credit the wealth of desirable properties in Bucks County and the Lehigh Valley for making it possible to focus on the top 5 percent of the marketplace—an exclusive ... »

1774 Grille & Tap

1774 Grille & Tap

Seated along Hellertown’s main drag is 1774 Grille & Tap, a lively haven for foodies that offers fresh, local sourcing and casual fine dining. Purchased in 1747 by Frederick Scholl, the historic spot was owned by the Heller family from 1774 until 1821, later becoming the Pennsylvania Hotel in 1872. Today, the landmark has a new focus—foodies—and it certainly doesn’t di... »

Better Together

Better Together

Naturlich Yogurt and Artisanal Cheese 1052 Union Blvd, Allentown | 610.439.0100 naturlichyogurt.com 1. Organic Plain Yogurt $4.99 5. Cheddar $3.49 The Granola Factory 518 Long St, Bethlehem | 610.868.8100 thegranolafactory.com 2. Cherry Almond Quinoa Granola $17.99 for a 3-pack BeanBath Cafe 2425 Plaza Ct, Bath | 484.287.2326 beanbathcafe.com 3. Alessi Paradise Birds Salt ... »

Honey-Habanero Hummus (aka “Triple H” Hummus)

Honey-Habanero Hummus (aka “Triple H” Hummus)

From the Colony Meadery INGREDIENTS 2–3 cloves garlic, sliced 2–3 T fresh lime juice 1 T olive oil 1 small habanero, seeds and veins removed, sliced 2–3 T good quality honey + more for garnish 1 15.5 oz. can chickpeas, drained, liquid reserved 1 T tahini, plus more to taste Sea salt to taste Crushed black pepper to taste Pinch ground white pepper Fresh raspberries DIRECTIO... »

We Tried Halo Top

We Tried Halo Top

Sometimes, life is about kale salads and green juice. Fact: Other times, it’s about curling up on the couch with a pint of ice cream. Here’s another fact: An entire pint of strawberry Halo Top is only 280 calories. (For comparison, Ben & Jerry’s strawberry ice cream has a whopping 160 calories in just one scoop.) And swap any residual sweet-tooth guilt for another spoo... »

Let’s Move

Let’s Move

If you don’t have at least half an hour to devote to exercise, should you just skip the gym and make up for it later with an extra-long session on the treadmill? The answer is no, according to John Graham, Senior Network Administrator for Fitness and Sports Performance, St. Luke’sUniversity Health Network. “The bottom line is that it’s better to exercise more frequently fo... »

Grilled Salmon – Spinnerstown Hotel

Grilled Salmon – Spinnerstown Hotel

Heart-healthy diets may limit saturated fat and sodium, but they don’t have to skimp on flavor while boosting your heart heath. Spinnerstown Hotel is one of many local restaurants that serves up tasty dishes with fewer than 350 mg of sodium and 550 calories, with saturated fat making up less than 7 percent of those calories. This mouthwatering plate of Grilled Salmon meets... »

Fall in Love with Heart Health

Fall in Love with Heart Health

This Valentine’s Day, there’s even more reason to celebrate being in a loving relationship. A new study confirms that men in happier marriages have lower cardiovascular risk factors than men whose relationships are struggling. The same is true for women. There are plenty of things that married—and unmarried—men and women can do to improve their cardiovascular health. »

Mom to Mom Mindfulness

Mom to Mom Mindfulness

With my book Breathe, Mama, Breathe, I set out to help busy moms slow down, feel more joy, and cope with difficulties that I was struggling with—the wonder, trials, love, and exhaustion of parenting—by sharing the practice of mindfulness. All it takes is five minutes a day. Mindfulness meditation builds increased awareness, calm, and an overall sense of well-being. For me,... »

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