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Even though people associate acne and breakouts with the teen years, it is incredibly common for adults, especially women, to experience this frustrating skin condition. According to The American Academy of Dermatology, the rates of acne in adults are increasing; it affects more than 50% …
The summer is flying by and if you are like me, you’ve spent some quality time outdoors enjoying the summer sun. While a little Vitamin D is great for us, too much sun can be detrimental to our skin. I’ve found a great product from …
My husband and I love to entertain and now that we are vaccinated and our friends are too, it’s back to boozy brunches, cocktail parties and themed dinners. Of course, I love to change things up and try different recipes and drinks, so when I had the opportunity to receive a copy of Everyday Entertaining: 110+ Recipes for Going All Out When You’re Staying In by Elizabeth Van Lierde, I was quite eager to get my hands on it.
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Everyday Entertaining is a culinary and visual feast from the mind of Elizabeth Van Leirde, founder of the acclaimed blog The College Housewife. Elizabeth is a writer, photographer, recipe developer and food stylist. Any given weekend, she can be found in her Orange Country backyard cooking up a meal and memorable experiences for people close to her heart.
With this book, she has created a good time guide filled with accessible, delicious recipes ranging from lively drinks such as Poolside Watermelon Mojitos and The Negroni Spritz to happy hour noshing favorites like French Onion Dip and Poke Nachos. Everyday Entertaining is packed with vibrant, gorgeous photography that will have you drooling as you turn the pages to your next “go to” dinner party favorite. I was inspired by the “Boards & Platters” section, which is a guide to creating an amazing cheese or vegetable board. Building a charcuterie board doesn’t have to be boring—I filled a lazy susan serving platter with an assortment of cured meat, spreads, fresh fruit and of course a variety of cheese. It was definitely a hit!
This book offers everything you need to make your next gathering unforgettable and most importantly, with as little stress as possible. Everyday Entertaining will be your go-to guide with over 110 Instagram-worthy recipes. In addition to the drinks and appetizers that I mentioned above, you’ll find easy to follow recipes for mains, sides, brunch and desserts, as well as some tricks from setting the perfect table to planning the perfect date night at home. Elizabeth makes entertaining essentials easy and affordable, which is important for someone like me, who is typically pressed for time and on a budget!
There are so many delicious recipes in this book that it is tough to decide which ones to try my hand at next, but we’re having another little gathering soon and the Juicy Citrus Carnitas paired with Blood Orange Margaritas sound like the makings of memorable evening.
Everyday Entertaining is available for pre-sale at Amazon.com (it will be available in mid-August) and would be a great addition to any kitchen—it would even make a great gift for all those college grads who are making their way out into the world.
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Giveaway: One lucky winner is going to win the Everyday Entertaining: 110+ Recipes for Going All Out When You’re Staying In book from Weldon Owen and Insight Editions. Good luck!
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Many of us experience dry skin in the summer, which seems surprising to me. I did a little research and found it is very common to experience dry skin during these warmer months as the heat from the hot summer sun can easily dry out …
With 2020 being such a chaotic and unpredictable year, I made a promise to myself this year to be more mindful about self-care and making time for myself to just relax and decompress. With my new remote work environment, the lines between work and home …
As we’ve seen from the nationwide news coverage—travel is back. According to Forbes, nearly nine in 10 American travelers have plans to travel in the next six months, which is a new pandemic high. My family has a trip planned next month and I was recently introduced to FACTORFIVE’s travel minis, which are a must-have for taking care of your skin on the go. I’ll be packing this carry-on ready skincare in my bag for sure.
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Backed by years of scientific research, FACTORFIVE is a skincare company that seeks to redefine how we, as a society, look at aging. Powered by ethically derived human stem cells, FACTORFIVE works harmoniously with your own skin to replenish growth factors that naturally deplete as we age.
FACTORFIVE has introduced their highly regarded, three-step skincare system in airplane-friendly sized packaging. The regenerative serum, anti-aging cream and eye/lash cream are all cruelty-free products with no harsh ingredients like parabens, DEA, phthalates, TEA, urea, mineral oils and sulfate detergents. I’ve been trying out these products and I’m quite impressed at how gentle, yet effective, they are.
The Regenerative Serum – this is company’s best-selling anti-aging serum. The potent regenerative serum combines human stem cell derived growth factors with copper peptides to help restore and refresh your skin. It targets the signs of aging, which include wrinkles and sun spots to name a few. This serum will give you a gorgeous summer glow, while keeping your skin hydrated and soft.
Anti-Aging Cream –this hydrating cream has been shown to visibly improve signs of aging such as redness, wrinkles, tightness, thickness, and texture. It is a rich, luxurious feeling moisturizer that is packed with an effective array of ingredients to leave your skin feeling rejuvenated and youthful. It is suitable for all skin types with its non-irritating formula.
Eye/Lash Cream – a powerhouse 3-in-1 cream that helps to replenish the eye area while safely enhancing your lashes and brows. This do-it-all formula combines human stem cell derived growth factors with biotin and redensyl to save you valuable time on your skincare routine. It is safe for everyday use and this eye/lash cream is prostaglandin free, so it will not change the color of your eyes.
Overall, I really enjoyed these space-saving, all-natural products. They will definitely be my travel partners the next time I jump on a flight or take a weekend road-trip.
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Disclaimer: Kristine has personally reviewed the products listed above. She has not received any monetary compensation for her review but did receive free products to try out so she could evaluate and use it for her review. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our full disclosure policy for this website.
I recently celebrated a milestone birthday and let’s just say that I firmly believe that 50 is the new 40. What keeps me feeling young? A healthy diet (most of the time), yoga and a positive attitude. What keeps me looking young? Staying out of …
There’s nothing that makes me smile more than my two rescue dogs—Colby and Winston. I’m a passionate (slightly obsessed) dog mom and am incredibly picky about the types of treats and chews I give to these furry fellows. I was recently introduced to Pawstruck.com, which …