Swing dance is a gorgeous combination of a specific historical and cultural moment. It dates back to the 1920s, the African American community began to evolve their own dance moves to the Lindy Hop and Charleston while dancing to contemporary jazz. This quickly picked up speed as Swing dancing can be seen in many Holly… read more

The color purple should not be underestimated when designing your garden. It can add a touch of coolness to otherwise warm tones like red and yellow, plus it evokes passion and is also symbolic of royalty. Purple plays well with other colors, which is not always the case in a garden. It's recommended to use with pink a… read more

Modena is well known for its rich and varied cuisine. There are many meat products, from hams and salamis, as well as the famous Modenese dish: Zampone. This is usually quite fatty and hardy and served during the holidays. Zampone is the hoof of a pig stuffed with other flavorful meats. It's usually served with polenta… read more

We all know that NYC has a huge array of museums to offer visitors, from The Metropolitan Museum of Art, to MOMA, the Guggenheim and other, more specific art museums, however, don't forget about cultural museums like the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. It documents how over 12 million lower class passengers went throu… read more

What you put on your skin becomes a part of your body, so choose with care. There are several harmful ingredients that are commonly used in personal care products, along with the other chemicals. Most of them contain at least one ingredient that may be linked to Cancer risks. Also note that the U.S. Food and Drug Admin… read more