Category: Lifestyle Blog

Traditionally, tandoori chicken is cooked in a clay oven heated by charcoal or wood, called a tandoor. When cooking, juices from the chicken would drip onto the hot charcoal, giving the meat its unique smoky flavour. A simple tandoori marinade infuses chicken with aromatic flavours in this creative twist on a popular and tasty Indian…

TL;DR: Living means having needs. And having needs means there’s always a gap between “how things are” and “how we want them to be.” Closing those gaps? That’s literally problem-solving. You’re hungry, so you need food. You’re tired but have work tomorrow, so you need to balance rest and responsibility. Your phone battery is dying,…

Cleobella and Häti Home recently came together at Santa Monica Proper to celebrate a collaboration that has been in the works for years. The evening was relaxed and full of warmth, with both founders, Angela O’Brien and Kallie Branciforte, surrounded by guests who share their appreciation for design that tells a story.  The event reflected…

When Hollywood’s leading women need results fast, they call Lauren Kleban, the powerhouse behind LEKFIT, the cult favorite workout that blends sweat, sculpt, and serious fun. After transforming the fitness scene from her Hancock Park home studio, Lauren has now opened a stunning LEKFIT space in Los Angeles that feels more like a house party…

Aromatic spices quickly come together in a nutty and mild vegan curry, deliciously rich in flavour and creamy perfection. Abundant in nutrients and anti-inflammatory properties, not only is this saucy dish palate pleasing, but it’s also a good source of beneficial brain-boosting power. Perfectly pairs with basmati rice or warmed naan—and even better the next…

When writing a novel, famed Japanese writer Haruki Murakami’s days take on a structured rhythm. His alarm goes off at 4 am, after which he immediately gets to work for five or six hours; in the afternoon, he runs 10 kilometers, or goes for a 1,500-meter swim—or both. In the evening, he’ll read and listen…

Before Cowboy came to life, Steph and Jessy were two best friends chasing better health, swapping wellness hacks, and realizing that maybe feeling good didn’t have to be so complicated. Then came colostrum, the natural powerhouse that changed everything. What started as a shared discovery quickly turned into a mission to bring a little more…

The holidays have a funny way of turning even the most grounded among us into emotional economists. One minute you are just “picking up a few things,” and the next you are calculating love in receipts and justifying it as festive generosity. Between family expectations, endless group chats, and social media feeds that make everyone…

Have you come across any deep-seated beliefs about brain health, your own perhaps included? For instance: Dementia runs in my family; there’s little I can do about it. Or Diet and lifestyle can’t do much past a certain age; damage has already been done. Let’s take a closer look at these ideas. Your brain wants…

Coconut milk adds a creamy richness to this vegan take on a traditional saag paneer. Fragrant spices are combined with seasonal greens and roasted tofu in a nutritious, flavourful stew-like dish that’s abundant in iron and antioxidants, and as full of flavour as it is vibrant in colour! Dial the heat of spice up or…