Give the gift of the sweet life with these La Dolce Vita-inspired presents. If you follow my lifestyle suggestions outlined in the La Dolce Vita Files, you know that the Mediterranean lifestyle touches on all aspects of your life. From healthy eating, entertaining,...
We all know that special person in our lives who is on track to making it big. Perhaps you’re that person. Maybe it’s your daughter, son, or best friend. As an entrepreneur I've discovered several items and tools that make my working life easier and more pleasant....
When I first started following a Mediterranean diet, I wasn't losing weight. I had to admit to myself, "If you think this is the Mediterranean Diet, you're doing it wrong." Then I discovered how to do it better. Countless studies have shown that the Mediterranean diet...
A great way to stick to a Mediterranean diet is to plan your meals in advance. That way you won't get home from work late and have to wonder what to eat for dinner. I've been there. You get home, you're tired, and you resort to take-out, frozen pizza, scrambled eggs,...
I wrote another cookbook!!! I’ve hinted at the fact that I was writing another cookbook, but I haven’t been able to give you any of the specifics. Well, now I can. It’s the Flexitarian Cookbook for Beginners: Quick and Easy Recipes for Plant-Based Meals. A flexitarian...
From time to time I like to share with you products I've been loving. These Italian Bath and Body Products have been helping me cope with winter dry skin. They've become part of my daily and nightly skin care routine. These products are either from Italian companies...
I thought about creating a gift guide for Valentine’s Day, but we all have enough stuff, right?. We probably even have too much stuff. Instead I created a list of 5 ideas for Valentine’s Day activities and gestures to show your love to your partner, parents, children,...
Today, December 21, is the Winter Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere. It's the darkest day of the year. But it marks the turnaround when the days start getting lighter and brighter. It's a time to celebrate all of the good things to come. Since ancient times, the...
Some of you have contacted me with questions about my new program, The Mediterranean Body + Mind Detox. Below I Answer Your Questions About the Body Mind Detox. I will add to this page as more questions come in. Thank you for your interest in my program. Is this a...
Starting January 2, I will be hosting a 4-week wellness coaching program to get you started on a healthy new lifestyle. Join Me for the Mediterranean Body + Mind Detox. The Mediterranean Body + Mind Detox is not a diet program, but a lifestyle program designed to...
Here is your guide to how to host the perfect Italian aperitivo. In Italy, the traditional aperitivo is a natural part of life. It’s a beautiful custom that we can adopt no matter where in the world we live. The Italian aperitivo is a pre-dinner cocktail with some...
Looking for a cocktail to enjoy on Halloween? A Corpse Reviver may be just the thing. The playful name comes from the fact that you would sip this cocktail in the morning after a night of heavy drinking to revive your spirits. Hair of the dog, as they say. Despite its...
One of the principles of the Mediterranean diet is eating with the seasons. Let's embrace the autumn with its chilly weather and take a look at what fruits and vegetables are available at this time of year. And we'll also take a look at other ways you can celebrate...
This is not your typical, "Why French Women Don't Get Fat", "Why are French Women So Stylish" post. This is an essay about experiencing a different culture that is similar to ours in many ways, but so much more laid back and free. I want to share with you how a trip...