Get to Know Me

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

Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone

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

Tips for beating the winter blues

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

My Favorite Local Holiday Events

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

Tropical Sangria

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 a 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 … Continue reading Tropical Sangria

Tone It Up check in: Week Two

Have you ever had one of those weeks when you feel like you just can’t get ahead? Yeah, that’s how my week is going. As I’m writing this it’s Wednesday and I am trying so hard to get over that hump! So far, this week hasn’t been my best for my Tone It Up challenge. … Continue reading Tone It Up check in: Week Two

Tone It Up check in: Week One

Well, that was fast. I can’t believe it’s already been a week of getting up at 5 am to fit in two workouts. If you read that and thought, "wow that sounds dreadful" it really wasn't that bad. I was actually excited to get up in the morning. It’s been a while since I’ve felt … Continue reading Tone It Up check in: Week One

Toning It Up in time for Memorial Day!

Since graduating from college one of my main focuses has been to live a healthier lifestyle. I have been trying to be more aware of my mind, my body and my spirit and take care of each part of my being. This journey drew me to the Tone It Up book by Katrina Scott and Karena … Continue reading Toning It Up in time for Memorial Day!