I haven't dined inside of a McDonald's restaurant since I lived in the Bronx, New York. In High School, we were allowed to leave the school on our lunch break so the Jerome Avenue McDonald's was "popping." A majority of my friends and I were students in the MACY Honors and Gifted program. Most of … Continue reading A Side of Conversation
Stage Door Deli, NYC
If you’re in the Garment District of NYC looking for a big bite for a few dollars, I know the perfect spot. My aunt introduced me to Stage Door Deli. Visitors have an option to take-out or dine in. Stage Door is a great restaurant with a large selection of breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Famous … Continue reading Stage Door Deli, NYC
Spice Thai, NYC
I have an amazing best friend! Being that I haven't lived in NYC for few years she's my guide to everything hot in the city. One past Saturday we made our way down to Union Square. If you have yet to visit NYC you have to add this side of the city to your stay. … Continue reading Spice Thai, NYC
The Bayou Restaurant: Fleetwood, NY
If you are ever in the Fleetwood area of Mount Vernon, New York boy, do I have a treat for you. My Friday started rather "blah." I had a terrible toothache which caused me to stay in for most of Friday. Even though I was suffering from a bad toothache one of my wonderful cousins … Continue reading The Bayou Restaurant: Fleetwood, NY
Cooking with Love
By Krissy J, HerTopic.com Growing up surrounded by five siblings, it should be no surprise that I adore family gatherings. I remember having the best holiday dinners. It wasn't just about the food. It was more about having everyone together on one accord. My mother would prepare meals for hours. Summers in the Bronx never … Continue reading Cooking with Love
Lemon Drop Heaven
By Krissy J., HerTopic.com I don't know what it is about citrus but I absolutely adore both the fragrance and flavor. It could be that I'm just overally excited about the Spring and Summer this year. I'm also on a quest to be a better chef and a lot of the pastries and cakes I … Continue reading Lemon Drop Heaven
Sunday Fun
By KrissyJ., HerTopic.com So I started a new Sunday ritual...baking! I absolutely love it. Honestly I have always loved baking but now I have the time to actually get some practice in. Prior to having free time on my hands I'd use the generic cake mixes. While they are yummy, they are also packed with … Continue reading Sunday Fun
Why You Need A Vision Board
By Krissy J., HerTopic.com In order to stay in tune with my goals this year I created a vision board. A vision board is a representation of goals you would like to accomplish over a certain time frame. For the year 2012, I am focusing primarily on my health and career goals. When most people … Continue reading Why You Need A Vision Board
Say yes to Greens
This year I am taking the initiative to "go green." I've begun recycling, making use of natural sunlight until the evening, turning the faucet off instead of letting the water run when washing dishes and all that good stuff. In terms of my health I have begun to be more “green” through eating greens. I was … Continue reading Say yes to Greens
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