This summer, pick a Merlet cognac to suit your taste!
The French Merlet family started producing fine eaux de vie in 1850, many of which were purchased by the most … Continue reading This summer, pick a Merlet cognac to suit your taste!
What’s brewing at Farmacy?
Butler, MD’s Farmacy Brewing is still making gourmet farm-to-glass beers in a bucolic setting in an even more glorious way! … Continue reading What’s brewing at Farmacy?
Demeter fragrance for Father’s Day!
I remember how my dad loved different fragrances. Back when going to the mall was fun, he’d go to all … Continue reading Demeter fragrance for Father’s Day!
Mom will be coming up roses for Mother’s Day with Demeter Fragrance!
How about getting Mom something other than the tried and true for Mother’s Day? Demeter Fragrance has been known for … Continue reading Mom will be coming up roses for Mother’s Day with Demeter Fragrance!
Mother’s Day treats from Fragrance.com
Recently, “the paper of record” interviewed a woman who was disfigured after a non-surgical procedure, the same happened to supermodel … Continue reading Mother’s Day treats from Fragrance.com
Something new from Redken for hair this Mother’s Day
Whether thinking about your own mom hair or your mom’s hair, it doesn’t look like it used to. Years of … Continue reading Something new from Redken for hair this Mother’s Day
Spring renewal for your skin with Drunk Elephant
It went from winter to practically summer in about a week, didn’t it? Your skin doesn’t know whether to be … Continue reading Spring renewal for your skin with Drunk Elephant
Add freshness to your Passover with The Chef’s Garden, Pt. 2
At the beginning of Passover, we learned about how The Chef’s Garden could be a wonderful part of your Seder … Continue reading Add freshness to your Passover with The Chef’s Garden, Pt. 2
Add freshness to your Passover with The Chef’s Garden, Pt. 1
Last night was the first night of Passover week, commemorating the exodus of Jews from Egypt, where they were slaves. … Continue reading Add freshness to your Passover with The Chef’s Garden, Pt. 1
Josie Maran and miraculous argan oil to your skincare rescue!
Josie Maran was a world-renowned model, musician and actress – who used her exposure to the finest makeup artists and … Continue reading Josie Maran and miraculous argan oil to your skincare rescue!
A cornucopia of beauty treats for spring!
Spring is a time of renewal, so take some time to renew you! Here are a bunch of new ideas … Continue reading A cornucopia of beauty treats for spring!
Looking for your spring fragrance? Check out elegant Tocca!
Did National Fragrance Day/the beginning of spring catch you unprepared? With the longer days and warming temps, it’s time to … Continue reading Looking for your spring fragrance? Check out elegant Tocca!
Can you face it? Complexion perfection with Fragrance.com
Sure, color is fun and sculpting is fun, designing is fun when it comes to cosmetics. But some of us … Continue reading Can you face it? Complexion perfection with Fragrance.com
Luxe Valentine’s Day gifts at non-fancy prices with Fragrance.com
This Valentine’s Day comes at a tough point in the US economy, but still, you want to make it special … Continue reading Luxe Valentine’s Day gifts at non-fancy prices with Fragrance.com
Planning a wedding? Taneytown, Md’s Antrim 1844 is romantic!
I recently attended an open house at the gorgeously elegant Antrim 1844, which is considered a premier location for weddings. … Continue reading Planning a wedding? Taneytown, Md’s Antrim 1844 is romantic!
In Huron, Ohio? Berardi’s is the secret spot where locals eat!
When you’re traveling, it’s a good idea to ask the locals where they eat, which may get you a better … Continue reading In Huron, Ohio? Berardi’s is the secret spot where locals eat!
Season’s best: Farmer Jones Farm Market
Recently, I had the opportunity to visit Farmer Lee Jones‘ farm and farm market in Huron, Ohio. Farm mornings start … Continue reading Season’s best: Farmer Jones Farm Market
Where the foodies go: Milan, OH’s Baker on the Square
Community. When it’s strong, it makes a tremendous difference. The folks of Milan, Ohio may go away for school or … Continue reading Where the foodies go: Milan, OH’s Baker on the Square
A cornucopia of thoughtful holiday gifts
Now’s the time to finalize your gifting for the holidays! Of course, you want to give the impression that you … Continue reading A cornucopia of thoughtful holiday gifts
Living like a world-class chef at Ohio’s Culinary Vegetable Institute!
Think of all the most Michelin-starred chefs, the biggest tv food personalities you can name. When they want to learn … Continue reading Living like a world-class chef at Ohio’s Culinary Vegetable Institute!
Boom! Skincare & beauty for all generations
Depending on your social media’s algorithms, you may have already seen ads for Boom! By Cindy Joseph. This is a … Continue reading Boom! Skincare & beauty for all generations
The cool culture and history in Cleveland
I was shocked to learn there are so many, many museums in Cleveland! So many, as a matter of fact, … Continue reading The cool culture and history in Cleveland
Contemporary Italian cuisine, friendly atmosphere: Cleveland’s Mia Bella
Cleveland has a thriving Little Italy! Mayfield Road has a bunch of Italian restaurants and at the pivotal corner with … Continue reading Contemporary Italian cuisine, friendly atmosphere: Cleveland’s Mia Bella
Luxe, approachable sushi in Cleveland: Dante Bocuzzi’s Goma
I’ve talked about Cleveland chef extraordinaire Dante Bocuzzi HERE and HERE. Though Clevelanders had known Bocuzzi for his Italian gourmet … Continue reading Luxe, approachable sushi in Cleveland: Dante Bocuzzi’s Goma
Fragrance.com for all of your holiday gifts!
The holidays are the best time to stay home – all nice and toasty – and make cookies, grate potatoes, … Continue reading Fragrance.com for all of your holiday gifts!
Brunch: the most important meal of the day at Cleveland’s Lucky’s Cafe’
One thing I learned while in Cleveland: people from all walks of life enjoy heading out for a good breakfast. … Continue reading Brunch: the most important meal of the day at Cleveland’s Lucky’s Cafe’
Get your meats & sweets on at Cleveland’s Cordelia
Cleveland’s 4th Street has been put on the National Register of Historic Places, cordoning off traffic for a restaurant and … Continue reading Get your meats & sweets on at Cleveland’s Cordelia
Simplify family dinner with Honeygrow
Many studies out there say that we only have but so many decisions we can make in a day, so … Continue reading Simplify family dinner with Honeygrow
Get holiday-ready with Drunk Elephant’s new Sili Whipped Body Lotion
It used to be a dilemma this time of year: your skin wants a richer treatment, but you hesitate to … Continue reading Get holiday-ready with Drunk Elephant’s new Sili Whipped Body Lotion
Bring out the best of you with JVN Hair
Jonathan Van Ness is so multi-talented and accomplished, it’s almost like he was famous before he was famous! A trained … Continue reading Bring out the best of you with JVN Hair
Keep your pet healthy and non-stinky with Zoop wipes
My dog, Madam C.J., is a rescue dog. She spent the first year of her life with another name and … Continue reading Keep your pet healthy and non-stinky with Zoop wipes
What’s fresh and tasty at Farmer Jones Farm?
Fall is a time of bountiful harvest and interesting things at The Chef’s Garden’s Farmer Jones Farm. This year, it’s … Continue reading What’s fresh and tasty at Farmer Jones Farm?
A new self-care line for everyone: Fur
Even before there was a word for it – “influencer” – I always loved to know the secret beauty products … Continue reading A new self-care line for everyone: Fur
The best new end of summer hair beautification from Redken
At the end of summer, having fun has probably taken a toll on your tresses. Of course, I’m glad that … Continue reading The best new end of summer hair beautification from Redken
Take a beauty trip around the world with Fragrance.com!
So, you longed to go to distant lands this year, but with health, transportation and global safety issues, maybe you … Continue reading Take a beauty trip around the world with Fragrance.com!
Repair summer-damaged beauty with new products from Drunk Elephant
We’ve checked out Drunk Elephant before, but this innovative lifestyle/skin and haircare brand is always coming up with new products! … Continue reading Repair summer-damaged beauty with new products from Drunk Elephant
What’s new & fresh this summer at Farmer Jones Farm?
When you eat seasonally, summer is a treasure trove! Not only is the gourmet chef-driven product at Farmer Jones Farm … Continue reading What’s new & fresh this summer at Farmer Jones Farm?
Offbeat road attraction: New Brunswick, Canada’s Woodmen’s Museum
If you’re on the main drag to get to Campobello Island or going from New Brunswick, Canada to Maine, you’ll … Continue reading Offbeat road attraction: New Brunswick, Canada’s Woodmen’s Museum
Quirky + unique: New Brunswick, Canada’s Atlantic Salmon Museum
When you’re on a road trip with your folks — or even by yourself, like my dad used to do … Continue reading Quirky + unique: New Brunswick, Canada’s Atlantic Salmon Museum
Feel good, taste good with Black and woman owned Ooh La La skin care
The founder and CEO of Ooh La La skin care, Beverly R. Perry, started her career as a prominent attorney. … Continue reading Feel good, taste good with Black and woman owned Ooh La La skin care
Elevated flying with Air Canada’s Premium Rouge
Recently, I traveled with Air Canada’s new low-cost product going to smaller and vacation destinations, Air Canada Rouge. There are … Continue reading Elevated flying with Air Canada’s Premium Rouge
Eat in the shadow of FDR history: The Prince Cafe at Canada’s Roosevelt Campobello International Park
On a Canadian island between Maine and New Brunswick is Roosevelt Campobello International Park, jointly run by Canada and the … Continue reading Eat in the shadow of FDR history: The Prince Cafe at Canada’s Roosevelt Campobello International Park
Is this how they ate in the Garden of Eden? St. Andrews, NB Canada’s Savour in the Garden
I just read two diametrically opposed viewpoints about fine dining today. The first was from a fairly famous guy, very … Continue reading Is this how they ate in the Garden of Eden? St. Andrews, NB Canada’s Savour in the Garden
Eating with the Mi’kmaq Nation in Metepenagiag, NB Canada!
The Mi’kmaq is an indigenous tribe in the Atlantic provinces of Canada and northeastern Maine. Recently, I got to spend … Continue reading Eating with the Mi’kmaq Nation in Metepenagiag, NB Canada!
Eat like they do on Canada’s Campobello Island + the way you like to, too: The Porch at Friar’s Bay Inn
When you’re on an island and one whose main access is from another country, you’d better make a battle plan … Continue reading Eat like they do on Canada’s Campobello Island + the way you like to, too: The Porch at Friar’s Bay Inn
Comfort food done right: Miramichi, NB, Canada’s Portage Restaurant
It’s kind of a truism back home in the States that at a diner-type restaurant, you should probably stick to … Continue reading Comfort food done right: Miramichi, NB, Canada’s Portage Restaurant
Easy brunch anywhere with Picnic Brunch canned cocktails
I think that canned cocktails really came into their own during the pandemic: people weren’t going to bars, restaurants or … Continue reading Easy brunch anywhere with Picnic Brunch canned cocktails
Chic, scenic, Canadian seafood: Miramichi, NB’s 1809
I had about four different activities scheduled for my first dinnertime in New Brunswick, Canada. So, it worked out great … Continue reading Chic, scenic, Canadian seafood: Miramichi, NB’s 1809
For a tasty dinner, ask a US Customs officer! Lubec, Maine’s Fisherman’s Wharf
Canada’s Campobello Island has many things, but a dinner scene ain’t one of them. At this time, the latest dinner … Continue reading For a tasty dinner, ask a US Customs officer! Lubec, Maine’s Fisherman’s Wharf
Canada’s oldest chocolatier: New Brunswick’s Ganong
I have traveled to Canada many times in my life. My mom is from Detroit and so, we used to … Continue reading Canada’s oldest chocolatier: New Brunswick’s Ganong
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