Arts & Culture

Pumpkin Granola to Get into the Fall Spirit

Pumpkin Granola to Get into the Fall Spirit

Recipe via The Pastry Affair Ingredients: 3/4 cup pumpkin puree 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Dash of ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup maple syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 cups old fashioned oats 3/4 cup dried cranberries 1/4 cup raisins 1/2 cup almonds 1/4 cup unsweetened flaked coconut(…)

Modern Day Matchmaker: 10 Common Love Myths Debunked

Modern Day Matchmaker: 10 Common Love Myths Debunked

Via Essence by Paul C. Brunson. I just reached my 3rd year as a professional matchmaker (yay!!!). My journey has been challenging yet rewarding. Many people don’t realize I spend more time answering relationship questions than any other aspect of my job. The questions come from everyone; men, women, black, white, gay, straight, etc. What’s(…)

What I cooked: Ackee and Codfish, Coconut Rice & Peas, & Festival

What I cooked: Ackee and Codfish, Coconut Rice & Peas, & Festival

This past weekend I cooked a dish that hits close to home for me. Its a national Jamaican dish called Ackee and Salt Fish(Cod fish). For those of you who have read my bio know that my dad is from Jamaica, and one great way for me to celebrate my heritage is through my cooking(…)

Pharrell & Yuna Making Musical Sandwiches

Pharrell & Yuna Making Musical Sandwiches

This past Wednesday I had the pleasure to attend a Private Musical Showcase presented by Elle Magazine of the lovely, beautiful and multi-talented singer Yunalis Zarai more commonly known as Yuna. Born in Alor Setar Kedah, Malaysia, singer-songwriter felt the writing itch at the age of 14 and started writing her own songs in which she(…)

30 Minute Pesto Chicken Stuffed with Cheese

30 Minute Pesto Chicken Stuffed with Cheese

If you are looking for an absolutely delicious recipe and a lover of pesto but not a lover of an all-day consuming kitchen one on one then this is the meal for you. Found from epicurious.com and at only 30 minutes total which includes preparation this “Chicken Pesto stuffed Cheese” will be the inspiring kick(…)

Troy Davis

Troy Davis

We are heart broken over Troy Davis. Our prayers go out to his family and loved ones. “So Thank you and remember I am in a place where execution can only destroy your physical form but because of my faith in God, my family and all of you I have been spiritually free for some(…)

What Not to Do If Your Looking For Love

What Not to Do If Your Looking For Love

Via Essence 20 Behaviors to Avoid If Your Looking For Love by Paul C. Brunson. I just returned from an amazing trip to London where I hosted an event called The Big Conversation (click here to read a review). After my presentation, I had an interesting conversation with a young woman who questioned why she(…)

Is Your Hair Regimen Clogging Your Drain?

Is Your Hair Regimen Clogging Your Drain?

Ever since I started on my natural hair journey many many things have changed. I now use oils and butters instead of gels, mousses, etc… The downside to this is I have experienced chronic clogging of my drain which means backed up water and all that other yucky stuff almost everyday! Can anyone out there(…)