The Chefs Table // A Black Barn Experience for Food Lovers
Anyone living in New York City will tell you that it’s always, most definitely, all about the experiences. The ones I love most begin with amazing food shared with great company. These organic moments leave you feeling better about yourself,…
Celebrating Awesome Women with Rebecca Minkoff and Good Housekeeping
You are capable of amazing things! always remember that. When I got the invite to attend 2016 Awesome Women I was thrilled — these are the type of messages that fuel my passion and have me doing what I do….
The Jeroboam of Chefs, John Doherty │ Black Barn
In a time when it is common for chefs to simply reproduce the innovations of others, the few who speak for themselves through their food become the skilled artists of their time. — Charlie Trotter I walked past the Flatiron…
Are you NYFW Ready │ Style Quotes
The difference between style and fashion is quality. – Giorgio Armani Once again Ruthie Darling and I hit the streets of NYC with our love for fashion. We pulled a selection of outfits from designers at Styling On. The…
Learn How to Pick Tomatoes at the Farmer’s Market with Executive Chef Mateo Bergamini
Fruits and veggies taste best when eaten in-season. Finding the right tomatoes and fresh produce is an important part of cooking a world-class meal at home. We took a trip with Black Barn‘s Executive Chef Mateo Bergamini to the Farmer’s…
How I’ve Tamed My Frizz from Taking Over My Good Hair │ But I’m No Becky
I have thick, brown, Middle-Eastern hair and these summer days I find myself trying to tame my frizz more than usual. Thanks humidity! You haven’t made this easy. But until I’m ready to retire on a beach, and let the island…
5 Rumi Quotes to Help You Believe │ A Tale of the Heart
When it comes to poetry, there’s something about the Farsi language that makes it sound like it’s spoken in a sher ~ melody. Rumi is one of my favorite story-tellers from 13th-century Persia. I hope the name sound familiar — and…
How To Master the Non-Touring Make-Up Technique
You’ve heard about the contouring ways and the Kardashians did make it look good. I say did, because even Kim K. is on the non-touring trend. But this time, it’s all about the skin and illuminating its natural glow. Non-touring…
8 Things we can learn from Champions
In some ways, I think, we’re all athletes in pursuit of our own championships. More commonly recognized as the goals we set for ourselves. Sports can be seen as a metaphor for life. ➀ Dream Big. Each of us has a fire in…
My United States was Founded on Religious Freedoms Inspired by Ancient Persia
America the Persian I love my country. As a citizen of the United States of America I take great pride in the ideals that this country was founded on in 1776. After escaping from – and revolting against – the…
How to Survive the Heat ♨ 5 Tips to Stay as Cool as a Cucumber
This hot weather is real and coming from all angles … literally. It’s like everywhere I’ve been this month the heat wave has also followed, from NYC → LA → DC, covering from the east to west coasts while also residing in the middle…
Move Aside Boys ♂ We Make Sneakers Look Better ♀│ 6 Style Tips to Upgrade You
One of my favorite trends I’m latched onto this 2016 summer is the sneaker look — and just as girls do how they do — we’ve upgraded the look and styled it with everything from sporty to casual chic attire….
5 Ways to Style a T-Shirt with Anje
♥ Take your outfit from work to play with these 5 style tips … I am all about style but comfort is what I crave most! There’s that common notion that being comfortable and being stylish are mutually exclusive of…
For the Most Luxurious Skin in Westeros | Arya Essentials
No Game of Thrones spoilers here, friends. This Arya will change your life in a different way. When I first used Arya Hair Oil in my hair, I couldn’t believe how soft and healthy it made my hair feel. I couldn’t…
Small Steps to Big Changes: 3 Easy Ideas to Give Back to Your Local Community
We live in a big world with even bigger expectations. As individuals we can go far, but as a community we can surpass that even further — like the carpool lane in traffic ツ Every successful individual knows that his or…
Juana Grant Shares Her Top 6 Style Tips
Juana Grant is a Manhattan style expert with a jet-setters lifestyle. Getting to see some of the best the world has to offer while looking flawless and always up-to-date with the latest trends. I had to take this beauty out for…
When in Rome, Eat Like the Romans Do! Tips From Locals & More
Like the Italians say → A tavola non si invecchia → translation: You don’t age while seated for a meal. Food makes me happy — I am a girl of taste, smell, and touch — add a great atmosphere and people ♥…
ISIS does NOT Represent Islam. Want Proof?
There is a common perception among many, including a certain Presidential candidate, that terrorism, and more specifically ISIS, acts on behalf of and represents Islam as a form of “Radical Islam.” This notion is wrong. ISIS claimed responsibility for destroying…
Bold, Daring, Comfortable Luxury: Anjé by Angela Brasington
Some days I get blessed to meet people that shake up my reality for the better & lighten my world with their inspiration. That’s the feeling I got when I met Angela Brasington, founder of Anjé Studio. When I first looked into her,…
Judge Doost at the 10th Independent Handbag Designer Awards
The 10th Annual Independent Handbag Designer Awards happened recently in New York City at the SVA Theatre — and all eyes were on bags! To me, accessorizing is the most fun part of an outfit. While I don’t think you can’t rely…