New York is a fantastic city; there's no denying that. From the skyline to the bright lights of Broadway, from the 'everything' bagel to the 60+ Michelin star restaurants, there is something for everybody. However, if you arrive in the middle
Creating a balanced and nourishing diet can often be challenging. Given our hectic lifestyles, thereโs often limited time to plan a weekly menu. Add to that the increasing number of fast-food outlets popping up along every street, it can sometimes
I was attracted to Occasionally Eggs by its cover, so simple in design and so effective in drawing me in that I imagined sitting down at that table and devouring that bowl of spring green soup. I was also attracted
Can you imagine being diagnosed with a condition so rare and aggressive that there are no known survivors? That is the situation that Harriet, a 15-year-old schoolgirl from suburban Toronto, found herself in when, in 2002, a nasty cold that
I first heard of Malala when she was transferred to the UK in October 2012. All I knew was that she was the girl flown from Pakistan to Birmingham for treatment after being shot by the Taliban for refusing to
I think it's safe to say that 2020 was unlike any other year that I have ever experienced. The suffering has been unprecedented, with so many people across the world facing incredible challenges and hardship. Amid the pandemic, my partner
We're given a snippet of the story on the very first page - a scream, the well-placed hook that compels you to keep on reading โ with pace. Skip forward a page, and we're transported to a car journey with
Each year the National Random Acts of Kindness Day grows in popularity, with individuals and organizations encouraging and carrying out random acts of kindness. This fantastic idea, by Josh de Jong, originating in New Zealand,ย is still celebrated there on
Many people at this time of year, inspired by campaigns such asย Veganuaryย andย Meat Free Monday, decide to reduce their meat consumption, and if you're new to a meat-free diet, it can be a challenge to come up with exciting and nutritious
Things are a little different this year when it comes to social gatherings. I have put together some quick and easy recipes that can be made and shared virtually with family and friends this year. In previous years with social