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  "Inside every seed is the potential for an incredible harvest." - Farrah Gray. Ripe, juicy, and sweet tomatoes are full of nutrients such as potassium, Vitamin B, E, C, and a substance called lycopene, which has been linked to many health benefits, including reduced risk of cancer and heart disease.  Tomatoes are also a good source of fiber, approx. 1.5 grams per (average-size) tomato.   Farro on the other hand is a nutritious grain that has been around for thousands of years.  It has a nutty taste and a chewy texture (light brown in color) and is packed full of protein, fiber, minerals, B vitamins, magnesium and, antioxidants.   You can cook Farro in place of white rice for dinner and it can be used as an ingredient in stews, soups, and, salads.  See recipe below:   Farro and Tomato Salad Ingredients: 1 1/2 c.  farro 4 tbsp.  olive oil, divided  3 tbsp.  small capers patted dry 2 c.  fresh flat-leaf parsley  3...

  “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” —Leonardo Da Vinci Fall 2021 is all about a neutral color palette consisting of rust, tan, cream, white, navy blue, soft blue, and grey, and textured accessories creating a cozy farmhouse aura.   If you love earth tones and velvety textures, then fall 2021 is definitely for you.  In order to achieve a more modern fall aesthetic below are a few items that you might want to incorporate to get that look: a rustic vase in brown or taupe a woven striped square throw pillow artificial berry plant woven storage baskets framed wall art (nature-inspired) smoked glass vase plush velvety throw in navy, dark forest green, or brown fall wreath (green or rust) Decor Tips: Modern neutral fall interiors consist of using white or pale pumpkins, items from nature (twigs/branches), cozy pillows and throws, art objects that are white or grey, curved chairs, and vintage-inspired textiles.   If you are on a tight budget, use what yo...

  "Fashion is the armor to survive the reality of everyday life." — Bill Cunningham The tried and true button-down shirt has long been a staple in every fashion lover's closet.  It is versatile, sophisticated, very easy to maintain, and timeless.   A simple white button-down shirt can be paired with almost everything in your wardrobe, e.g. jeans, skirts, Bermuda shorts, biker shorts, and of course dress pants/slacks.  It is the go-to piece for summer/fall 2021.   Below are 5 Ways To Wear A Button-Down Shirt In 2021: (Source: Pinterest)                                                                                    #1                                     ...

 " You can have anything you want in life if you dress for it.                                                         Unknown If you need a wardrobe update for summer 2021, and feel stuck, look no further than street style fashion.  Street style has been influencing fashion for years, especially celebrity street style.   Street fashion is not just for the youth, anyone can rock street style.  It is an individual take on fashion and lifestyle such as trendy sneakers, hats, jackets, handbags, jewellery and  T-shirts . Since summer outfits can repeat themselves quite quickly, that's where street  fashion lends a hand.  You can turn a boring outfit into something unique and trendy by incorporating some street style influence.  Just take take a look at these photos below:          ...

Cocktails are the perfect way to cool down and refresh yourself from the hot days of summer.   Below are three delicious non-alcoholic cocktails made with fresh fruits and vegetables that will certainly cool you down on a hot humid day.   Limonana Ingredients 1 ½ ounces mint syrup (below) 1 ounce fresh lemon juice East Imperial Yuzu Tonic Mint sprig Mint Syrup 1 packed cup fresh mint 1 cup simple syrup (1 part sugar and 1 part water) Directions Fill a collins glass with ice. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add 1 1/2 ounces mint syrup and 1 ounce fresh lemon juice, and shake until chilled. Pour into glass. Top with East Imperial Yuzu Tonic.  Garnish with a mint sprig and a lemon round. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice water. Add 1 packed cup fresh mint to boiling liquid, and cook for 17 seconds. Using a strainer, transfer mint to the bowl of ice water. Strain, and squeeze out excess water. Blend mint with 1 cup simple syrup (...

“The magic thing about  home   is that it feels good to leave, and it feels even better to come back.”         Unknown While the world is slowly getting back to normal and people are going back to the office, some people are still experiencing lockdown.  If you are working from home or staying home due to lockdown and are bored of your everyday tasks, here are a few things you can do to alleviate the mundane:   Paint Furniture If you have outdated furniture that needs a little TLC, painting it could be a solution.  It is an easy and affordable way to have aesthetic furnishings without spending a lot of money on a new piece.  When painting furniture make sure to use the appropriate paint i.e. Milk paint, latex paint, and chalk paint in either semi-gloss or satin finish. DIY Artwork Adding artwork to your home's interior can be very expensive and time-consuming. One way to remedy that is to DIY your own artwork.  With just a...

 "Let Juice Be Thy Medicine And Medicine Be Thy Juice"                                      Hippocrates Refresh your thirst this summer season and stay healthy with this delicious Turmeric smoothie.  Turmeric is known for its anti-inflammatory properties (ease joint pain and stiffness) as well as protecting the body from heart disease, diabetes, osteoarthritis, and Alzheimer's disease.   Ginger helps the body fight diseases such as high blood pressure and chronic lung disease. Ginger is full of antioxidants that protect the body from stress and promotes healthy aging. Give your body the necessary fuel it needs to protect it from disease with a healthy smoothie.  Juice smoothies are an excellent way to get the proper nutrients to your body quickly and efficiently.  See below for the recipe: How To Make Healthy Turmeric, Ginger, And Apple Smoothie Ingredients 2 appl...