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Latest Episodes

Iconic Black and White Films You Need to Watch
December 30, 2019

Feeling nostalgic? Watch these black-and-white movies in your cozy socks with a cup of hot chocolate. Here are the5 black-and-white movies from the first 100 years of cinema that you should experience this holiday season. Mildred Pierce, 1945 ...

5 Unexpected Shows to Binge on Netflix
December 28, 2019

Before you re-watch ‘The Office’ or ‘Scandal’ from the beginning for the 10th time, check out these Netflix hits before everybody else. If you liked ‘The Crown,’ you’ll love ‘The Last Czars’ - Costume drama meets historical...

The Easiest Houseplants to Grow This Winter
December 27, 2019

Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean your green thumb has to wither up and die. Turn your nurturing and love inward with these houseplants that will keep your urban jungle growing even in the depths of winter. If you want more gardening...

Curating A Wine Menu for Your Next Party or Solo Wine Haul
December 25, 2019

How many times have you gone into a wine shop, perused bottles and labels with glazed-over eyes, and left unfulfilled and over budget? Here are four categories I consider when planning what wine to bring to an event, serve to guests, or buy for...

How to Plan a Weekend Getaway
December 24, 2019

Want to plan a weekender getaway but don't know where to start? Here are the fool-proof steps I took to explore Ithaca, New York along the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail in the Finger Lakes, NY region. To accompany this episode, I’ve produced an and...

Where in the World to Travel in 2020
December 22, 2019

On today’s episode, I’m sharing my travel dream list for 2020 and beyond. As I reflect on 2019, I realize that international travel was (welcomely) replaced by domestic adventure this year. I left the country only once!). In the spirit of...

Secrets To Dining At a New Restaurant
December 17, 2019

Let's raise a glass to those restaurant trips that leave us wanting more. When dining out, these are the tips that’ll ensure you always have the best experience possible. Sit at the bar, it's like being at the theater  Research the menu and...

What to Buy in Sephora's VIB Sale
December 16, 2019

It's time for the Sephora VIB Sale--everyone gets $15 off $75 until 12/17, and VIB Insiders earn $20 of $75, and VIB Rouge members earn $25 off $75. Here's what I'd stock up on if I were you:  MAKEUP SKINCARE FRAGRANCE GIFT...

Best Beauty and Skincare Books for Beginners
December 15, 2019

I’ve curated the 5 best beauty books (say that five times fast!) that I relied on this year. They’re a great starting place for digging deeper into something we all practice—caring for our body’s biggest organ, our skin—and a bit of natural...

My AM and PM Skin Care Routines
December 10, 2019

Here are the skin care products in my current rotation that I’m reaching for every day.    AM skincare: Cleanser:Body Shop Carrot Wash face cleanser, $10 () Toner: Heritage Stone Rose Water, $10 ()  Essence/ Serum: Lumene Nordic C...