Bay Area foodies are marking their calendars for Oakland Restaurant Week, presented by Visit Oakland and American Express. From Thursday, January 14 through Sunday, January 24, 2016, 100 Oakland Restaurants will celebrate the largest and most diverse restaurant week in the region. Now in its 6th year, the popular program runs over two weekends for […]

If your daily coffee shop habit is starting to make an impact on your wallet, it may be time to start getting caffeinated at home. You don’t have to settle for an inferior cup, however; simply follow these tips to brew coffee just like your favorite barista! Start with high-quality coffee. It may seem obvious, […]

If you want to improve or maintain the quality of your eye health, it’s best to start from within. The Vitamin A found in foods helps to prevent blindness, eye inflammation, and dry eye, and it’s best obtained through the foods that you eat. The average adult needs approximately 5,000 IU of Vitamin A per […]

Lavender is a purple flower that smells just as beautiful as it looks, creating a heavenly aroma when found growing in the wild. In addition to its incredible look and scent, lavender is also becoming a very popular addition to many recipes. The floral taste adds something special to desserts, drinks, and even dinners, as […]

Salmon has been hailed a superfood because of its heart-healthy properties, but it’s also a delicate fish that can be difficult to cook at home. Luckily, these simple and flavorful recipes offer a few suggestions for preparing salmon—even if your cooking skills are a bit limited! Poached Salmon with Watercress and Peaches [marthastewart.com] This recipe […]