Isn't there something so cozy and romantic about the holidays and winter? Get me a bottle of wine, a fuzzy blanket, and rent a movie and you have one of my favorite date-night-ins. Here are some more winter activities I am looking forward to trying this season: Go ice skating. Take a drive and see … Continue reading 25 Date Ideas to Try This Winter
Let's face it we all those weeks where Sunday rolls around and the anxiety of a new week sets in. I recently had a Sunday like this and here the steps I took to calm down and prepare for the long week ahead. Power down the electronics early. I try my best to stop looking at … Continue reading Self-Care for Beating the Sunday Scaries
I recently found myself in a bit of a dilemma, I could not figure out what to pack my boyfriend for lunch. He doesn't have a place to warm up food because his job is on the road. I, on the other hand, work in an office where I can bring whatever I want. Usually, … Continue reading Spicy Pasta Salad
I don't know about you, but I am looking forward to Fall and cooler weather. There are so many fun and cheap activities to do in the Fall. The greatest thing about these activities is you can do them with your significant other, friends, family or all of the above! Everyone is bound to have … Continue reading 25 Cheap Dates to Try This Fall
If you've been following my blog for a while now, you know I love setting goals for myself. Like everyone else, I try and set New Year's resolutions. I also like to see goals around my birthday that I hope to complete within that year. I celebrated my birthday a few weeks ago, and I … Continue reading Goals for the Upcoming Year
Last month Dishing Up Chic reached 2,000 followers. In honor of reaching that milestone, I wanted my readers to get to know me better. I asked for questions that people would like answered on my social media and I am responding to some of them below! What made you want to get into blogging? I … Continue reading Get to Know Me
I am writing this blog based off of an experience I had. I was in a yoga class, and the instructor was saying the only way we can grow as people is to get out of our comfort zone and try new things. She said we need to find things that challenge our mind, body, … Continue reading Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone
I don’t know about you but the winter season drains my spirits. I lack motivation, confidence and my mood is often lackluster. It’s so easy to get down in the dumps when the temperature is cold, and the weather is crappy. All I want to do is stay indoors and veg but, that doesn’t seem … Continue reading Tips for beating the winter blues
Christmas time is my favorite time of year. Whether it’s watching movies on the couch, baking cookies or going to holiday events, I will be spreading the spirit of the season around. Here are some of my favorite local holiday events: The Comcast Holiday Spectacular: An excellent stop on a Philadelphia Christmas tour. This free … Continue reading My Favorite Local Holiday Events
This sangria is perfect for enjoying the last month or so of summer. It's light and fruity and perfect to sip by the pool, on the beach or at picnic/barbecue. Here's what you'll need: 1 bottle of Moscato 2 cans of Sprite 1 cup of pineapple rum 2 cups of pineapple juice Your favorite tropical … Continue reading Tropical Sangria
