This pasta makes use of two of the best summer ingredients: avocado and basil. This recipe is naturally vegan and can easily be made gluten-free depending on the type of noodles you use. It tastes great warm or cold and is a great dish to serve at a barbecue, or you can keep it in…
Beefy is an English Bulldog who spreads laughter and smiles on the streets of New York City daily as he skateboards by. He was recently featured on the hit summer reality show “Dogs in the City” on CBS, and his cute face has been used for Jimmy Choo and Clarks Shoes ads. Beginning July 18,…
Get on the SUP hype! Standup paddle surfing is ever-growing and gaining popularity quickly. Try your hand at paddle surfing and experience an awesomely fun full body workout. Don’t live near the ocean? Fret not, for where there is water, there is the potential to SUP. Try a lake or river (we haven’t done it…
This beautiful salad is so easy and is a great way to make use of day-old bread and whatever fresh veggies you’ve found at the farmer’s market. This recipe uses vibrant green peas, asparagus and spinach, but feel free to add anything else you want, including cherry tomatoes, red onion and cucumber. You can use…
Our friends at The North Face have launched an awesome new Outdoor Exploration program called Role Models, a Facebook app call-to-action encouraging fans and partners to commit to being a Role Model in the outdoors this summer. In it’s simplest terms, The North Face is asking people to commit to getting outside and bringing someone with…
UnsOund Surf capped off their 15-year anniversary with the 3rd annual Art Show & Benefit Auction, held in Long Beach, NY. All things surf and sea dominated the evening, as artists from far and wide donated their best work to be sold in the silent auction. With so many affordable pieces up for grabs, many went home with…
If you weren’t able to make it to our last Yoga Heals event, read about it here and learn how to host your own session! On a sunny Saturday in June, we set our intentions for the day’s practice, then were led through a restorative Vinyasa session at Bija Yoga in Union Square; and what…
This light blueberry tart is a perfect way to cap off your 4th of July barbecue. It is pretty and festive and surprisingly good for you! Blueberries rank among the highest of sources of antioxidants. Walnuts are also packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory nutrients that can help prevent breast and prostate cancers. The tart is…
Soy causes some confusion when it comes to its link to women’s health. Consuming soy products has been said to reduce breast cancer risk, but too much soy is thought to increase risk. So where do you draw the line between healthy and unhealthy soy intake? Soy can have a healthy and possibly protective role…
These spring rolls are awesome for lunch on a hot afternoon. They’re healthy and light so they won’t weigh you down, and they’re super fun to make and totally customizable. Try different combinations of veggies and get creative with dipping sauces and you can have a different roll every time! Working with rice paper can…