In today’s fast moving world, we’re all looking for ways to stay energized and make it through the day, and when our natural energy levels don’t seem to cut it, we need a little help. Some of us rely on caffeine, some on natural sources of energy, some on exercise and sometimes, without realizing the […]
Parenting in the 21st century means dealing with social media for kids. There is a big debate on whether kids under age 13 should be on Facebook and on social media in general. In 2011, when CEO Mark Zuckerberg suggested that his company might challenge the federal law that prohibits kids under age 13 from […]
If the standard candlelight dinner just doesn’t do it for you, we’ve got some Valentine’s Day ideas that are all about cliché-free romance. There’s so much pressure to make this the most romantic, sexy night of the year that it’s easy to forget to have fun. And isn’t having a great time together the best […]
Guava fruit has been a staple in Mexico and other Latin American countries for centuries for a reason. It’s a particularly lovely treat with soft pink, yellow or dark red flesh and a truly unique flavor. There’s no one rule for how to eat guava. The entire fruit is edible, including the rind and seeds, […]
In a recent chat Chef Cesar Zapata gave us his take on preparing for the Super Bowl and shared one of his favorite recipes, black bean veggie burgers. Mamiverse: How do you usually celebrate the Super Bowl? Cesar: As a chef, the most important thing at my Super Bowl parties is the food. The night […]
What is nutritional yeast? If you’re vegan, you’re probably already familiar with this non-dairy cheese alternative that may just be one of the breakout superfoods of 2016. Nutritional yeast doesn’t sound particularly appetizing but it actually adds a delicious cheesy, nutty flavor to food in addition to packing a huge nutritional punch. Once you whip […]
If you’re lucky enough to indulge in a beauty treatment from time to time (or if you’re really really lucky, all the time) then you know the basic rules of salon etiquette. Standard things like don’t show up late, don’t cancel last minute, and don’t scream on your cell phone…you know, general codes of salon […]
If you’re looking to explore a new country, then you might want to visit a destination that is known for having happy locals—after all, if people love living there it’s probably for a good reason. And at the top of the list of happiest countries you’ll find the gorgeous South American country Colombia.
If you want to make 2016 your best travel year yet but can’t come up with awesome vacation ideas, look no further! So far, it’s shaping up to be a great year for finding adventure and discovering new places. According to a TripAdvisor poll, “Globally, 69% of travelers plan to try something new in 2016,” […]