Spring Break-Down

Although we should all do our part to keep the planet clean throughout the year, spring is an exceptionally great time to pursue environmental projects. With Earth Day just around the corner, participating in nature conservation events such as tree planting, community garden weeding and park clean-ups would make a great addition to anyone's spring break plans. A quick online search can help you find...

Instead of sleeping in until 11 a.m. on Sundays, which is tempting, I rush to get dressed and walk to my local farmers market before they run out of cinnamon raisin brioche. Farmer's markets were a staple of my childhood, but this past year they have once again become a part of my Sunday routine. Sometimes I bring friends or family with me, but I especially love going on my own. As I walk between...

With the arrival of spring comes loads of fresh fruits and vegetables, all of which are perfect for cooking experiments. Spring break is just around the corner, which means days full of time free from schoolwork, so I turn to my kitchen for a creative and relaxing activity. I open the refrigerator doors and scan the shelves of groceries to curate something new and exciting. Spotting baby spinach, arugula...