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Wake Up Your Fairy Grandmother Within!: You’re Never Too Old to Be Young at Heart – by Jacqueline Thea, Ph.D.

Jacqueline Thea, Ph.D., L.M.F.T., who is a licensed psychotherapist and dream counselor, wishes to bring joy to those in the autumn and winter of their lives! With her background in mental, physical and spiritual health paired with her extensive life experiences, she developed her book, “Wake Up Your Fairy Grandmother Within!: You’re Never Too Old to Be Young at Heart,” to help spark joy in their lives of others. This spirited fantasy book was written to encourage readers to continue to find joy and connect with their youthful spirit. Thea’s goal is to use this book to help her travel to various retirement and nursing communities and bring joy to residents’ lives as the Fairy Grandmother.

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Wine Veil

Tis the Season to entertain! This is the time of year when being a little “extra” is fine. Whether you need a hostess gift, a gift for someone you don’t know very well…or to just dress up your holiday gathering the Wine VEIL® is a perfect choice! These beautiful veils elegantly lay over a wine glass, bottle or any beverage glass and will add color and sparkle to any holiday party this season. The soft and simple 5” x 5” squares are made with high-quality organza in a variety of exquisite color swatches (we love the holiday color set) and each one is weighted with beautiful silver charms of dragonflies and grape leaves. The result is a shimmery, sheer drape or VEIL over each wine glass, decanter, bottle or any glass giving a little “extra” special look to your gathering. Also, great in the summer for “al fresco” gatherings, because they keep flying leaves, bugs and dust out of your glass!

Available at www.wineveil.com or on Amazon. PRICE: $24.99

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Imbibe with your tribe

Kafina Organic Elixir has modified several popular holiday drinks with a plant-based “vegan” and well being twist to create a healthy alternative for you to have and serve. We have included an egg-less Eggnog to sip while trimming the tree, a delicious Espresso Martini for a festive before the dinner drink and a twist to a White Russian for sipping by the fire. Available: www.kafinaenergy.com Price: 8-Pack $25; 32-Pack $92

Kafina Vegan Eggnog or the Egg(less)nog (Makes 4-6 Drinks)

Ingredients:

  • 2 Cans of 15 ounces of Coconut Milk
  • 1 Bottle of Kafina Energy Elixir
  • 2 Ounces of Rum
  • 1/2 Cup of water
  • 6 Tablespoons of Maple Syrup
  • 1/2 Teaspoon of Nutmeg
  • 1/2 Teaspoon of Cinnamon

Directions:

  • Blend ingredients and chill for an hour.
  • Pour into your favorite holiday glasses.
  • Finish off with a sprinkle of nutmeg and a sprig of rosemary or other garnish.

Kafina Expresso Martini Topped

Ingredients

  • 2 Ounces of Vodka
  • 1/2 Ounce of Kafina Energy Elixir
  • 1/2 Ounce of Simple Syrup
  • 1/2 Ounce of Coffee
  • 1 Ounce of Espresso

Topper:

  • 3 Coffee Beans

Directions:

  • Add ingredients in a martini shaker with ice and shake.
  • Use the shaker strainer and pout into a martini glass.
  • Take the three beans and place them in the middle of the drink!
  • Voila!

The Kafina Vegan White Russian

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Ounce of Vodka
  • 1/2 Ounce of Kafina Energy Elixir
  • 1/2 Ounce of Kahlua Liquor or other Vegan Coffee Liquor
  • 1/2 Cup of Coconut Milk

Topper:

  • 1 Teaspoon of Pumpkin Spice for Topping

Directions:

  • Shake Coconut Milk in a separate glass or jar. Set aside.
  • Shake the Vodka, Kafina, Kahlua in a martini glass and pour over ice.
  • Pour the Coconut Milk into the glass and let it meld into the liquor and elixir.
  • Top with Pumpkin Spice.

NOTE: Kahlua is vegan friendly except for the following products: Kahlua Drinks to Go and Ready-to-Drink, which contain milk proteins ok for vegetarians not vegans. Kahlúa Drinks-to-Go (DTGs) and the Kahlúa Ready-to-Drink (RTDs) contain milk proteins. Kahlua Especial and Mocha ARE vegan.

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Mighty Sesame Squeezable Tahini

Recently, a food journalist/influencer wrote about Mighty Sesame Tahini Dressings in squeezable bottles. The verdict: “I was ecstatic,” said the hummus lover enthusiastically. “Tahini you don’t have to mix is a game-changer.”

That got the people at The Mighty Sesame Company thinking. With the Super Bowl right around the corner, squeezable tahini is an MVP when it comes to making any party easier, tastier, and healthier. After all, unlike other brands, Mighty Sesame doesn’t separate, so it’s always perfectly blended and ready to use. No mixing, no stirring, no problem!

American foodies know there’s a tahini revolution afoot. The creamy, decadent condiment usually takes center stage in Middle Eastern dishes like hummus and falafel. But in fact, it’s perfectly at home in a variety of sweet and savory dishes.

We recently spoke to Vicky Cohen and Ruth Fox, authors of the popular cookbook Tahini and Turmeric, and asked why tahini is such a great ingredient to work with? They told us, “One of the things we love the most about tahini, besides its incredibly addicting nutty flavor, is its versatility. It can be used in sweet and savory applications. Besides using it to make hummus, tahini is great in salad dressings, as a sauce for sandwiches or tacos, or simply spread over toast with your favorite jam or date syrup!

Tahini also adds fabulous flavor to cookies, cakes, shakes, bars, mousses, and even granola. The possibilities are endless!” (Cohen and Fox are the authors of Tahini & Turmeric, 101Middle Eastern Classics Made Irresistibly Vegan and Founders of the Blog Mayihavethatrecipe.com).

And that’s where Mighty Sesame comes into play at your Super Bowl party. This year, kick off the fun with tahini dips like Sweet ‘n Sour Tahini sauce served with crunchy cauliflower , then score with halftime soups and salads such as Cucumber salad with Miso-Tahini dressing, Marinated entrees like Fish Tacos with Tahini and Siracha, or Chicken Breast Baguette Hero sandwich drizzled with Tahini are sure to be tahini touchdowns. Extra points, of course, for tahini-based desserts like Tahini-walnut brownies or Tahini cookies.

Best of all, tahini is a superfood. Made from one ingredient, 100% roasted sesame seeds, Mighty Sesame Tahini is loaded with plant-based protein, calcium and other vitamins and minerals. All varieties (Original fine and Whole seed) are, vegan, gluten- and dairy-free, kosher, and halal.

Find squeezable tahini and other Mighty Sesame products at Walmart, Whole Foods, Wegmans, and other retail outlets. They are distributed by Kayco, the top purveyor of kosher foods in America.

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Winternational Embassy Showcase

Thursday, December 5 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center – 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW – Washington, DC

Winternational is an exciting celebration showcasing the cultural and culinary traditions of Washington’s diplomatic community. The festival features a bustling global marketplace with more than fifty embassies promoting their countries through vibrant and interactive displays of visual art, food, handcrafts as well as travel and tourism. Free and open to the public.

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Mindful Loving

Mindful Loving is a book for any relationship.

The purpose of this book is to help couples learn to create healthy, happy, and Mindful Loving relationships. It was inspired by our work as therapists and relationship coaches working with thousands of clients over the past thirty years. We learned the importance of navigating through the challenges, celebrations, and cycles of loving. We incorporated the most important concepts and practices and created this practical guide to help couples enhance and transform their relationship.

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Limited Edition Chi Box™

Kim Baker Foods is releasing its new Limited Edition Chi Box™ for the holidays. For less than $25, send someone a sampler of one of the newest healthy snack products on the market with a dose of positivity. For every box sold, Kim Baker Foods will donate a package of Pro-Chi to FeedMore to feed a hungry family in the new year.

The Chi Box includes nine 1 oz. Pro-Chi Lentil Crunch packages in an assortment of flavors including Harissa Lime, Simply Salted, and Dark Chocolate Drizzle, along with three tea light candles and a lavender satchel. Pro-Chi™ Lentil Crunch is a healthy and fun plant-based snack with 7 grams of protein per serving and it’s grain free. Pro-Chi can also be used to add texture, nutrition and flavor to foods such as salad, yogurt, smoothie bowls, and more. Chi Boxes are available for $24.99 on www.kimbakerfoods.com/shop and Amazon until December 31st or until supplies last.

Using its passion for food as a vehicle for positivity has been core to the mission of Kim Baker Foods. “The Chi Box is an awesome holiday gift for anyone and it pays it forward to a family in need,” said Kim Baker, founder of Kim Baker Foods. “We believe it’s important to celebrate the holiday spirit with inspiration and generosity.”

Kim Baker Foods (www.kimbakerfoods.com) celebrates food that nourishes people, their communities, and the world around us. Pro-Chi™ is a unique plant-protein snack that makes clean eating fun and accessible. Pro-Chi™ Lentil Crunch Snacks and Protein Toppers are sold at www.kimbakerfoods.com and Amazon, as well as at select retail locations. Founder Kim Baker has cooked live on the TODAY Show with Kathie Lee and Hoda and has been featured in numerous media outlets including Virginia This Morning, FOX Business News, the Richmond Times-Dispatch, Newsday, and others.

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Last of the Long-Haired Hippies – complete set – CWG Press

The wonderful trilogy Last of the Long-Haired Hippies is complete. All three books are available individually, but here’s a great deal: Just $32 for the complete set if you buy directly from us. Regular price is $15.95 each, and shipping is normally $10 per book but for this package it’s just $10 for the whole set. (Shipping price is for US only)

Shroud of Darkness

Victoria Barton’s routine life is tarnished only by her memories of her tumultuous youth. A runaway at sixteen, she fled with her boyfriend to the Haight-Ashbury section of San Francisco in 1968, and eventually to Woodstock. The only hippie in the Haight to never do drugs, Victoria is at a loss to explain why she is plagued by memories—bitter and sweet—and nightmares that she can’t remember upon awakening.Her sleepy southern Illinois hometown seems comfortable and far removed from the Haight, until a boy’s pet is killed in a ritualistic fashion. When a woman is attacked next, Victoria is forced to ask: What is it about her past that’s connected to the very real violence happening now?

Birth of the Storm

Young Vickie adapts to her new life with the hippies in Haight-Ashbury while keeping away from the “fuzz” who send home runaways like her. But it is not the paradise that Robbie promised her. She catches her boyfriend with other women both at home in San Francisco and later at Woodstock, and she realizes that her love will never be enough for him. Vickie faces the choice between the man she loves and the life she left behind in Illinois. After Woodstock, they retreat to New York City to rest before the long trip back across the country. But the party takes a deadly turn.

In 1992, Victoria realizes her memories are warning her of danger for her entire hometown. She races home together with her fiancé, Gary, only to find that the trouble has already begun.

With the body count rising, Victoria and Gary face the coming storm.

Victoria’s War

Victoria’s chaotic ex-boyfriend, Robbie Carter, returns to Campton to flaunt his best-selling book. He incites an abnormal level of attraction, danger, and uproar, especially among the females. But people continue to disappear or die in gruesome ways, and Victoria’s friends fear for her safety.

When another familiar face from her past show up, she wonders if her ex is really the evil mastermind. What connection could there be between the murders and her hippie friends?

Human depravity summons paranormal horrors and the true battle is revealed. Victoria must stand alone against the evil. Can she call on a greater Power to save her family and her town before it’s too late?

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Holiday appetizers made easy with Bacon Jam

The days are getting shorter and pre-holiday schedules are quickly becoming jam-packed. From family commitments to social gatherings, it can be challenging to squeeze in time to curate the perfect party dish. TBJ Gourmet’s Bacon Jam easily creates a unique and delicious element to any meal – see below for our holiday appetizer recipes.

TBJ Bacon Jam features a savory-sweet combination of bacon, brown sugar, caramelized onions, apple cider vinegar, and our special seasonings. With a bit of Bacon Jam magic, simple appetizers are transformed into delicious bites within minutes. Find our award-winning Bacon Jam in specialty food stores or on the TBJ website where you’ll find even more easy recipes to get through the holiday season.

Bacon Jam Brussel Sprouts

Trim and half 1 lb of brussel sprouts
Season with salt and pepper generously
Roast in olive oil or bacon lard in the oven at 450° for 20 minutes in a cast-iron skillet or on a sheet pan, tossing about halfway through
Pull from the oven, add 2-3 tbsp of Black Pepper Bacon Jam
Toss to coat and put under the broiler for 1-2 minutes until Bacon Jam begins to caramelize
Serve topped with crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Bacon Jam Sweet Potatoes

Wash and halve 3 large sweet potatoes
Roast flesh side down in coconut oil on a sheet pan in the oven at 375° for 20 minutes
Pull from the oven, allow to cool slightly, and scoop the flesh out into a bowl, leaving skins intact
Mash the flesh with a fork, season with salt and pepper, and stir in Maple Bourbon Bacon Jam
Fill the skins with the mixture, top with mini marshmallows and put back into the oven for 5 minutes or until marshmallows begin to melt

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Announcing Dr. Whitney Bowe, Body Kitchen Physician Ambassador

Renowned New York-based celebrity dermatologist Dr. Whitney Bowe is committed to achieving and maintaining the health and radiance of her patients’ skin. One of the most in-demand dermatologists in the country, Dr. Bowe is a trailblazer in the field of integrative dermatology and particularly, in the area of nutrition and the skin. Her work has earned the attention of top media outlets, netting her invitations to lend her expertise on programs like Good Morning America, The Rachael Ray Show, The Doctors, and Dr. Oz, and publications like The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, ALLURE and INSTYLE. Her best-selling book, The Beauty of Dirty Skin: The Surprising Science of Looking and Feeling Radiant from the Inside Out, has positioned Dr. Bowe at the epicenter of the movement to focus upon the human microbiome as the future of skin care and skin health.

Dr. Bowe attended Yale University, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. Upon graduation, she was named a 21st Century Gamble Scholar, and was awarded a full scholarship to study medicine at the University of Pennsylvania where she graduated top of her class.

Now the Medical Director of Integrative Dermatology, Aesthetics & Wellness at Advanced Dermatology, P.C., Dr. Bowe is on the pulse of cutting edge technology and injection techniques to achieve her signature ageless aesthetic, which she refers to as “The New Natural.” Dr. Bowe views the skin as a window into overall health and guides her patients to heal and nourish their skin from the inside out and the outside in through the most cutting edge products, dietary selections, and overall lifestyle considerations which are proven to benefit skin health.

Dr. Bowe also serves as the Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Medical Center and Director of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) Cosmetic Fellowship program at Advanced Dermatology, P.C. where she trains physicians and surgeons in the latest groundbreaking cosmetic surgery techniques. Her outstanding research in microbiology has earned her scores of awards from renowned organizations such as the Skin Cancer Foundation, and have earned her invitations to present at numerous international conferences each year. Notably, Dr. Bowe recently received the American Academy of Dermatology’s Presidential Citation for her contributions in the area of diet and the skin and was named a New York Times Top Doctor in 2017.

Named to the coveted Super Doctors of New York list, Dr. Bowe holds a patent for a topical, probiotic acne treatment. She has written more than 40 articles and book chapters, and has conducted clinical trials exploring new therapies for chronic skin conditions. In her free time, Dr. Bowe enjoys spending time with her husband, also a physician, and their daughter.

ABOUT BODY KITCHEN

Body Kitchen isn’t just any collagen powder. It is fortified with di-peptides, 39x the concentration of any other collagen on the market. Di-peptides (Hyp-Proline and Hyp-Glycine) are incredibly rare, less than 0.1% of every 100g of regular collagen, but they are amazingly powerful. Not only do they stay in the body longer, they’ve been proven to have a more powerful effect in rejuvenating and re-energizing our cells. Working with Japanese scientists, Body Kitchen was able to learn and use their latest cellular technology to be the 1st to fortify collagen with Di-peptides. In addition, what really makes the difference is the body’s ability to absorb and synthesize the boosted collagen. Body Kitchen is infused with Blackcurrant extract to increase its absorption and efficacy in the body. The result is a powerful and patent-pending, clinically proven collagen with whole body effects and more cell-activating power than any regular collagen on the market.

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Portovino Wine Bags

WHAT’S A PORTOVINO?

The PortoVino bags are fashionable and discreetly hold and pour 2 bottles of wine (or 1.5L of your favorite beverage) from a removable, easy to use party pouch. Each PortoVino has a unique, patent-pending, zippered, insulated pocket that keeps your drinks chilled for hours, all while having plenty of room for your everyday purse necessities. It’s fashion with a splash of fun!

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