Here's the truth about what to look for when shopping   We're diving headfirst into the wild world of health and wellness! Today, we're blowing the lid off the sneaky risks hiding in some bottled water brands and why picking the right water is as crucial as finding the perfect pair of socks. With everyone buzzing about water quality and health, it's more important than ever to know if your bottled water is a friend or foe. Join us on this splashy adventure to learn how to kee

During the COVID pandemic, I embarked on my maiden voyage into the world of homemade bread baking—a journey that was more trial and error than triumph. Fueled by sheer stubbornness, I dove into the mysterious universe of flour and gluten, only to stumble upon tales of brave souls who swear by Italian flour as the gentle savior for sensitive stomachs, especially for those claiming to have "gluten allergies." This idea seems as believable as a unicorn with a PhD, since some evi

Welcome to the ultimate food showdown: Parma vs. Bologna! In one corner, we have Parma, the heavyweight champ of cheesy deliciousness, flaunting its legendary Parmigiano-Reggiano like a crown jewel. And in the other corner, Bologna, the salami superstar, crafted with such precision that even a Swiss watchmaker would give it a standing ovation. Bologna’s salami is so divine it brings angels to tears, while the American version, baloney, is like that distant cousin who crashes

Prologue: Supermarkets, restaurants, and even our kitchen cabinets are like treasure hunts, but instead of gold, you find artificial foods. It's a mystery what we're actually eating these days! Surprise! Twins arrived, each weighing in at a whopping 3 1/2 lbs. As a new mom, I wanted to feed them the good stuff, so I turned to "Gerbers," thinking it was the holy grail of baby food. But at 29, my inner detective discovered they were sneaking in sugar and other additives. So, I

Picture this: an American in Italy, ready to make every mistake in the book. But fear not! Here’s your cheat sheet to avoid turning into a walking faux pas factory. 1.     Sipping a cappuccino after 11:00 AM? Oh, the horror! If you're in desperate need of a caffeine fix, opt for a macchiato instead. And for the love of espresso, keep that coffee away from your meals unless you're aiming to become the talk of the town! 2.     Italians march to the beat of their own drum when i

Once upon a time, I was the proud owner of a bistro and catering business in Milford, Connecticut, called La Petite Gourmet . Sounds fancy, right? Like I was serving soufflés to royalty or something. So, I got this gig to cater a Sweet 16 party for 15 teenagers. Piece of cake, I thought! The menu was simple: lasagna, chicken cacciatore, pizza, and a celebration cake. Saturday was my prep day, because, honestly, who doesn’t love a little weekend hustle? Now, juggling this busi