One of my New Year's resolution was to get serious about eating healthier and having a regular exercise schedule. I've been making small changes in my eating habits and infusing exercise where I can. I'm still working on it, but I'm definitely getting better. In January I did the #30DaySmoothieChallenge (I saw it on instagram) by Simple Green Smoothies to kick start my healthy … [Read more...] about My Favorite Green Smoothie
Food
Curry Shrimp with Pumpkin
I love food! I love to eat it more than cooking it, but I've become quite the mini chef (I spent wayyy to much time watching the food network) So I'm introducing food features here on Style & Vibes every Friday! Whether it's my own recipes, recipes I'm trying or having an occasional guest post from my sister (who's vegetarian and has some amazing recipes herself). As a … [Read more...] about Curry Shrimp with Pumpkin
Dinner at Ripe Kitchen & Bar
I recently had the chance to check out Ripe Kitchen & Bar in Mt. Vernon, NY owned by chef Nigel Spence. The quaint old house turned restaurant serves typical Jamaican entrees, but the appetizers really stole the show with it's presentation and a twist on classic dishes. The Ambiance: I felt like I was at a small restaurant in Jamaican (minus the cold weather). The … [Read more...] about Dinner at Ripe Kitchen & Bar
Fetes & Festivals in NYC Labor Day Weekend
While some head to the Hamptons, Caribbeans in New York City – or those visiting the New York area – head to Brooklyn! Labor Day weekend has become synonymous with Carnival in New York (aka the West Indian American Day Parade). Caribbean events will be at an all time high this weekend and it’s one of the best times to partake in festive events as sort of a last “hoo-rah” of the … [Read more...] about Fetes & Festivals in NYC Labor Day Weekend
Web Wednesday: Caribbean Pot
How could the foodie in me not have found this site sooner! I came across Caribbean Pot through the Uncommon Caribbean (another blog I recently found through twitter) as soon as I clicked on the site's Youtube page I instantly became hungry. Soups, stews and vegetarian dishes all seem quite yummy to me. Chris De La Rosa offers a variety of recipes for dishes with a Caribbean … [Read more...] about Web Wednesday: Caribbean Pot