Screw modest traditions of gift giving — you want to go above and beyond, be thoughtful, and a bit over the top but stay within budget — that’s why you need this gift guide list to help you WOW the wine lover…
The Discovery of King Tut presents this fascinating subject in an entirely new way: a thrillingly unique experience that explores the legendary tomb and its treasures as they were at the exact moment of their discovery. Visitors can feel the…
Growing up in a post 9/11 world and encountering the nuances of white privilege and classism, I always knew I didn’t want to date a white guy. This wasn’t necessarily a conscious effort; I was always attracted to men of…
In light of the awful tragedies in France, Beirut, and Afghanistan (but really France cuz white people care about that more), I want to share this with you. If it happened to me, it can happen to you. Last night, my…
I love November — it reminds me that the holidays are coming which also means more warm drinks, thicker blankets, and FAMILY — spending time with loved ones. Life is a beautiful and complicated web of moments .. these moments…
I’m a traveler with a heart full of a wanderlust — some of my favorite places are the ones that illuminate history’s greatness and YES the first ever and oldest winery is on that list of greatness because let’s be real…
Women of color have repeatedly been used by directors to create a drama/traumatic filled narrative that will do well in the box office. Their main focus being to showcase the otherness and hardships in a colored woman’s life so that…
Hey Doosts! Next week I’m going to attend “The Discovery of King Tut” exhibition in NYC — I’m beyond excited — and want to share the same experience with you! So it’s #GiveAway time! You may have heard all the…
Good Afternoon Luvies! It’s almost that time in the afternoon when you start dozing off at your desk day dreaming about 5PM. Dozing off can be a pain in the butt especially if you have a lot of work to…
Happy Friday DOOSTS! With the seasons changing, so does my wardrobe and as much as I love beach mode, the cold brings to life my excitement for oversized sweaters & hot chocolate // This season, I’m adding a special touch…
Oh, that skin-crawling, gut-wrenching, piss-off of a statement myself and my countrymen get from time to time. One time, I got, “But you’re not dark.” Ok moron. Look, I know the media makes us all look the same. I know…
Hello Luvies! Unless you have been hiding under a rock most of you know I made an appearance on the Dr. Oz show this past Monday October 26,2015. It was by far one of the most thrilling experiences of my 2015. …
Amy Devan is bringing the culture of India & The Middle East back into the Westernized fashion world with a purpose — and this time it’s for the brides! For centuries, the Westernized world has embraced and adapted the glitz…
Last month I came across a PHENOMENAL & INTELLECTUAL writer Madinah from www.BurqasAndBeer.com. She’s a “first generation Afghan-American living in Los Angeles.” and she’s mastered the way of thoughtfully expressing herself. I love how she has kept an open mind and heart with all subjects…
I admire the direction that the leaders of our generation are evolving towards. A direction where inspiration thrives and more and more people do things out of passion, for a cause, and for the long term effects rather than doing it the quick…
The first time I heard about Qais Essar was when my cousin in San Francisco gave me a rare, once-in-a-blue-moon phone call. We talked about how we legitimately believe all moms are magical and about the frivolities in our lives when she…
We all like to say Halloween is for the kids but if we’re being honest it’s really for us. It’s the one time of the year we get to “play” again. I suppose we could all dress up like Snow…
For 9 innings at a time, baseball rules New York The Mets are riding high and Yankee fans are watching from afar, so in light of the baseball fan within us all — One of my top steak recommendations in…
Wondering what to dress your furry pup in this Halloween? We picked up some great tips this week — think collaboration themes, Disney, Sherlock Holmes, or put your pup on the throne they deserve. On Wednesday evening, with just a…
With football season upon us, there are so many ways to get creative with snacks served during your next game night. Fan or not, there’s no avoiding it, so you’re best to join in on the fun! I appreciate sports…