I absolutely love culinary guides! They really make life a tad bit easier. Eating a gluten free, plant-based diet makes eating while traveling both challenging and exciting. Typically before I travel, I put together must-try lists of restaurants and cafes. So I figured why not do the work for others and put together a list of my favorite at home plant based gems.
Read moreThe Five
These 12 hacks will teach you how to jetset on a realistic budget. Because let's face it, we all want to be about that life. Be Yoncé, right? xoNecole
Looking for a mini holiday around the Bay Area this holiday weekend? This list features some must-do Point Reyes adventures that are sure to make a memorable weekend. 7x7
Kelly Rowland shares her motherhood reality and gorgeous pictures with her son Titan. Parents
Prepare to have your week made while getting all of your life from Adele's carpool karaoke with James Corden. It's so good! Youtube
Yes this is a three day weekend but let's be respectful about why. Celebrate the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by taking sometime out of your weekend to read and soak in the word of his last speech "I've Been to the Mountaintop," given April 3, 1968. American Rhetoric
Bonus: It wouldn't be an MLK Jr. Day weekend without a little HBD from Stevie Wonder. Check the classic tune after the jump. Youtube
Berkeley Girl Eats // Loaded Vegan Baked Sweet Potatoes
This recipe came about on a Saturday that was both, eventful and lazy. Eventful because Lathan had his first swimming lesson and he did so wonderfully! He made mommy so proud. Aww that little guy warms my heart. And lazy because well besides swimming our only other activity of the day was heading to the grocery store to purchase the ingredients for this epic recipe.
Read moreThe Five
This week's five is filled with diet and health related tips with a bit of #blackgirlmagic. Check it out after the jump!
Read more10 New Year's Day Worthy Black-Eyed Pea Recipes
Everybody knows that it's a long standing tradition of the American South to eat black eyed peas on New Year's Day. The story goes that by doing so you'll bring good luck and prosperity to yourself in the year. Well if you are interested in mixing up your routine, and tossing out the traditional pork braised recipes, you're in luck.
Read moreA Very Merry Christmas at the SF Zoo
This year we decided to do Christmas a little differently and celebrated at the San Francisco Zoo. We've talked a lot about setting traditions for the holidays that show Lathan that celebrating is about more than getting gifts. This year the tradition began with taking a trip as a family and doing something we all loved. In the future it will also include donating our time and gifts to others to embrace spreading love as gesture that exceeds our families bounds.
Read moreThe Five
These 17 vintage black Christmas card from the '50s and '60s are giving me major holiday goal. I stumble upon this Buzzfeed post from a few years ago and it's so worth seeing. Buzzfeed
Popsugar Fashion has comprised 23 of the best outfits worn by the FLOTUS in 2015. Though I'm sure she's worn many more stylish fits, these 23 are much inspiration. Popsugar Fashion
The mama bird behind Bleubird blog and co-pilot of Mother Mag has opened an awesome boutique in Nashville, Two Son. Check out the gorgeous pictures of the shop and prepare to drool. Yes it's that amazing. Bleubird Blog
This podcast breaks down the basics of why counting calories can be harmful and what calories actually count to help optimize your health. Wellness Mama
Want to amp up your holiday cookies for Saint Nick? Well check out these 6 tips on how to decorate sugar cookies like a pro. bon appétit
Berkeley Girl Eats // Pear Gingerbread Cake (Gluten Free + Vegan)
I've been hit with the baking bug! So prepare to see several dessert recipes pop up here over the coming month. This particular recipe is an adaptions of a buckwheat gingerbread cake from Flavor Flours by James Beard Award-Winning author, Alice Medrich, which I early gifted to myself and am slightly obsessed with it.
Read moreThe Five
A nice way to incorporate salads into your winter food routine is to warm them up. This squash, apple, and warm lentil salad recipe is simple to prepare and delicious plus it feature ingredients that we really love. Food & Wine Magazine
Who doesn't love a good street fashion post?!? Well this collection of 150 street fashion shots will show you how to step up your style while keeping warm this winter. Popsugar
The revival of The Wiz! Live was phenomenal in many ways however it was pioneering in its representations of many body types on primetime television. Check out this glowing review of how affirming such productions are for little black girls. My Post Baby Body
We are in the Christmas tree spirit and thinking of clever ways to decorate a stylist tree (yes there is such a thing lol) that's also baby proof. Although I'm not sure both are possible, this link offers some great tips on how to decorate a tree to remember. Food52
This fascinating article chronicles the rise of Insta-famous kiddies and the Insta-moms behind their "brands." The NY Times
Berkeley Girl Eats // Roasted Winter Vegetable + White Bean Soup
I have one guiding principle in the kitchen that has never led me astray, WWID. Translation, "What would Ina Do?" That would be Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa for those of you who are unfamiliar. What can I say, her presentation in the kitchen is impeccable. It's refinement at its best. From the food she prepares to the qualities ingredients she uses to the parties she throws. Clearly I'm inspired.
Read more