When that “2:30 feeling” strikes, as the 5-Hour Energy commercial puts it, it’s easy to try to mask it with caffeine by choosing an energy drink from the myriad of options available at the nearest 7-Eleven. But, as we all know by now, that worn-out, running-on-empty feeling will return with a vengeance once all of the caffeine and sugar leave your system. As crazy as it may sound, perhaps next time you should swap out the ... Read More

  First of all, I hope everyone stayed safe this weekend throughout the storm!  I also hope that you were surrounded by good food and company.  Speaking of food, recently I’ve changed my diet and decided to gradually ease into vegetarianism.  It’s really much easier than I anticipated it’d be!  For the past two weeks I’ve focused on eating more fruits and veggies daily, as well as cutting ... Read More

Created by a mother and daughter team, Hathor Aphrodisia lubricant lickeur aims to hit all the right spots. This vegan friendly and water based lube is infused with natural aphrodisiacs like horny goat weed and Siberian ginseng.  Hathor Aphrodisia is a soothing and gentle antithesis to the average chemical laden lubricant that dry up after a move or two. This coconut orange flavored lube glided on silky smooth and remained non-sticky ... Read More

Last week, I got to spend an hour talking to the adorable Leanne Mai-ly Hilgart, designer of the line Vaute Couture, in her cozy West Chelsea studio. Vaute Couture (pronounced like “haute” but with a v for vegan) is a chic coat line that just so happens to be vegan, eco-friendly, and super warm! As an added bonus, Hilgart is a vegan queen. She knows every vegan restaurant worth knowing in New York City and beyond. She also ... Read More