They also boast an impressive array of benefits for your mind, body and soul. In short, it’s worth giving your java-loving heart a break from its normal coffee codependence and giving these coffee alternative a.m. libations a try. Matcha green tea Not only does matcha green tea contain caffeine for that morning kickstart, but it’s also packed full of heart-healthy antioxidants. In fact, according to Healthline, this tea contains about three times the antioxidants as regular green tea....

[wbcr_php_snippet id=”53101″] Tablets Tile Pro These trackers will help your boo keep track of things they might lose, such as their cell phone or their car keys. This particular set comes with two trackers, each featuring a replaceable battery. Smartwatch If your love doesn’t yet have a smartwatch, now’s your chance to get an awesome V-Day gift they won’t forget. There are oodles of options, with some meant to complement their phones, but here are a few different styles that are out there now....

Christmas provides so much inspiration for crafting, and every corner of your home is ripe for some holiday embellishment! Make Christmas ornaments, a holiday display shelf, candle holders, and more. Not sure where to start with your holiday crafting? We’ve gathered some fun ideas to get you started. Just add glue! 1. Christmas tree pallet If you love the look of rustic Christmas decorations, you will love this simple and DIY Christmas tree pallet project by Redhead Can Decorate....

Captain America kids drink The littles will love this Captain America kids’ drink from A Worthy Life. Blueberry, Strawberry and Jicama salad A sweet and savory blueberry, strawberry and jicama salad from Two Peas & Their Pod. Star spangled popcorn jars These Star spangled popcorn jars from WhipperBerry make cute party favors. Patriotic puppy chow This Patriotic puppy chow from From Mom’s Desk is delish for all ages. Chocolate dipped pretzels These patriotic chocolate dipped pretzels from Cupcakes and Cashmere are so easy to make!...

Dips are party favorites because they’re so versatile. You can serve them alongside things like carrots, celery, cucumbers, cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, chicken wings, crackers, chips, crostini, or as part of a canapé. (Of course, for some dips, you will need to pair them with something sturdy enough to meet the challenge. Nobody likes losing a thin chip in a thick dip.) Here, we found 12 fantastic dips for you to try — some served cool, some warm — and with enough variety that you should be able to find just what the guests at your celebration will love....

Need a sweet-tooth-satisfying breakfast for those mornings you don’t want to give in to your doughnut cravings? Make these Almond Joy overnight oats inspired by Organize Yourself Skinny! Overnight oats make every morning better! Especially when they taste like a candy bar but actually deliver a guilt-free morning meal. Our Almond Joy overnight oats are perfectly sweetened with maple syrup and feature the scrumptious chocolate, coconut, and almond flavors you expect when you unwrap and devour the candy aisle treat....

Looking for a healthy comfort food dish to warm your body after a hard winter workout? Olympic short-track speed skater Jessica Kooreman’s squash soup will warm your belly and refuel your muscles. Here’s what you need Kooreman starts this hearty soup with tender chunks of butternut and acorn squash, onion, and garlic. She adds mild curry paste and jalapeño to give it a tongue-tantalizing heat. While the soup is simmering to perfection, the speed skating athlete cooks a pot of sticky rice and pan-fries a lean chicken breast with salt, pepper, and turmeric....

That’s probably why Debbie released her Mediterranean cookbook, It’s All Greek to Me. Before the big day arrives, we caught up with her to discuss what’s on her Thanksgiving menu this year, what traditions – new and old – she plans to carry on, and what she’s feeling most grateful for in 2018. MORE: ‘Hustle & Soul’ chef Lawrence Page reveals unusual (& stressful) Thanksgiving plans What is your favorite thing about the holiday season?...

Even if you’re you’re not particularly outdoorsy, this wood wreath — a creative arrangement of wooden slices, tied with plaid ribbon — will win a space in your heart. Who wouldn’t like to enjoy a beautiful bit of nature all season long, right from the comfort of your own home? Crafty and homey The wreath is easy to make: It needs only the cut wood and some ribbon, plus a hot glue gun to put it together — which means it’ll be all ready before you can say, “Pass the Jiffy Pop....

How CBD oil improves sex While CBD isn’t a magical solution to make sex great, it can help alleviate and treat issues that may be preventing you from enjoying intercourse. Alex Capano, chief science officer of Ananda Hemp, is a world-renowned expert on all things cannabis. In fact, she was recently dubbed “America’s first cannabis doctor” and is the first person in the United States to receive her doctorate in medical cannabis science....

Ask what you can bring Even the most fastidious hostess could use a hand with the meal, whether she likes to admit it or not. While she’ll likely handle the main dish, offer to bring an appetizer, side dish, or dessert to complement her the holiday feast. Prepare your dish complete with serving ware If your hostess accepts your offer to bring something, prepare your dish as complete as possible to avoid having to use her stove or oven....

Grilled pizzas deliver a crispy, flavorful crust, while the CBD enhances the flavor experience and leaves everyone satisfied. One of the best things about grilling pizzas is that the dough can be grilled in advance, stored in the fridge or freezer and pulled out when needed. You can make your own dough or save time by using store-bought dough — I confess, I often use ones from a local market or Trader Joe’s....

Dear spicy margaritas, I love the tingle you leave on my lips, The heat you cause in my mouth, The sensory experience I never want to live without. Now that I’ve thoroughly weirded you out with my spicy margarita obsession — sorry not sorry — let’s talk about the newest and tastiest margarita recipe around town: the frozen mango lava margarita. Being the spicy margarita connoisseur that I am, I’ve discovered over the years that you don’t want heat just for heat’s sake....

Is it Taco Tuesday yet? With these fruit-filled pancake tacos, based on a recipe inspired by The Starving Chef Blog, you won’t even want to wait until dinner, let alone until Tuesday. These pancake fruit tacos are about to become a regular guest at your table. Quick, easy and healthy for breakfast, brunch or dinner, there’s really no wrong time to serve these. Bananas, strawberries, blueberries and star fruit come together beautifully in this sweet “taco” shell....

Step away from the whole bird this Thanksgiving and give this turkey recipe a try. Deboning a turkey breast isn’t difficult (just like cutting the rib bones away from a chicken breast, but bigger), but most butchers will do this for you. Ask for a whole breast with skin on, bones removed. Cook 1 hour, 45 mins Inactive 40 mins Total 3 hours, 10 mins Heat oil in a small skillet over medium heat....

Plus, they’re a fun excuse to get out of the house, whether avoiding winter’s cold weather or (eventually) in search of air-conditioned bliss for a hot summer escape. 2019 is destined to be the year of family-friendly sequels, including not one, not two, but three Disney live-action remakes. In fact, there’s so much to be excited about that we think you need to get these important dates in your calendar right now....

The basic Bloody Mary is made from tomato juice, lemon juice, horseradish, and Worcestershire and Tabasco sauces. From there, you can change it up to suit your tastes in innumerable ways. Below, we’ve rounded up five of the best Bloody Mary concoctions from the food blog world. The ultimate bloody Mary Are you ready to wow your guests? Or add a meaty punch to your brunch beverage? Then check out Honestly Yum‘s ultimate Bloody Mary with bacon, crab, shrimp, spicy green beans, peppers and more....

Following a gluten-free diet does not mean living a life without your favorite comfort foods. If cornbread ranks high on your list of oft-craved carb comfort, you’re going to love our gluten-free cornbread recipe, inspired by Petit Foodie. As a special bonus, our scrumptious compound butter is quite literally the cherry on top. Gone are the days when gluten-free eating meant a diet of baked-goods deprivation. Today, you can find an appetizing array of gluten-free flours and a nearly endless number of gluten-free baking recipes to satisfy any comfort food craving you have....

Whipped cream is almost as essential on turkey on your Thanksgiving table! After all, you need it for just about every Thanksgiving dessert worth its crust: pumpkin pie, pecan pie, coffee cake … I mean, really, just about anything is better with whipped cream. I’d even top my whipped cream with whipped cream! You can buy the canned stuff, if you must, but trust me! Homemade whipped cream is so quick and easy, there’s no reason not to start from scratch....

Have dinner guests to impress and need a dramatic opener to the meal? Serve this tuna tartare, and you’ll immediately get their attention. Tuna tartare is a surprisingly tender, eye-catching appetizer made with fresh-from-the-sea sushi-grade tuna tossed with a flavorful blend of Asian-inspired ingredients. Served chilled, it’s especially delightful paired with wonton crackers, which offer a crunchy contrast. PAIR THIS WITH: Wonton crackers Our tuna tartare is deliciously punctuated with fresh ginger and parsley, wasabi and serrano heat, cool cucumber, zesty lime, a subtly sweet rice vinegar, and lovely soy sauce umami....