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Mardi Gras-inspired recipes

Mardi Gras is best known as the time for wearing masks and costumes, social conventions, dancing, sports competitions and parades. The Tuesday before Lent in the

Dogs dressed for Mardi Gras

Dog parades have become a new Mardi Gras tradition in New Orleans. Mardi Gras’ dog parade routes stretch from the historic French Quarter to the riverfront.  Even if you

More reasons to use apple cider vinegar

When buying apple cider vinegar, it’s best to purchase the  organic and unfiltered version so ensure that all of its nutritional value is in it. Bragg’s

Super Bowl viewing parties: Chicago

Your beloved Bears are not playing in the Super Bowl, but Chicagoans can look forward to a festive Super Bowl Sunday anyway — check out

Foods to eat while detoxing

An easy way to get a jump-start a new weight loss plan and a new way of life is with a quick short-term “cleanse,” to

Super Bowl-inspired drinks

Super Bowl 2013 inspired drinks As the Feb. 4 date for Super Bowl XLVII looms, a number of people are prepping for extravagant parties complete with

Reasons to use apple cider vinegar daily

Apple cider vinegar has been used around the world for thousands of years to treat a myriad of conditions and ailments from arthritis to rashes.

Gelan Lambert performs in ‘Fela!’

Gelan Lambert adds his years of dancing artistry to the musical cast of Fela!     Fela!, a musical based on the travails of Nigerian composer