When your kids' food allergies rule out fast-food stops and airport kiosks as travel-day options, what's a mom to do? "Plan ahead!" says Amie Valpone of The Healthy Apple. Through her clean eating consulting business, Amie helps Manhattan moms come up with manageable, delicious solutions for dealing with food allergies from gluten to lactose intolerance, nut allergies, and more, both on the go Read more

Every once in a while, the only thing that can curb my comfort-food cravings is a decadent recipe starring cheese. Whether I'm out and about at work or play, a little indulgence can go a long way — especially if it's a fast and easy meal to put together! For five tasty meals that are fast, easy, and seriously cheesy, just keep clicking and prepare to be hungry. Read more

It's no secret that we're big fans of Mexican and Mexican-inspired food. So when Cinco de Mayo rolls around each year, we inevitably get really excited (and hungry). Over the years, we've managed to cook up a whole bunch of flavorful dishes, from nachos to margaritas, all of which would be festive and delicious for your Cinco de Mayo celebration. Click through and prepare to hear your stomach Read more

It's picnic season, and that means long, warm afternoons sprawled out on a blanket with good company, good food, and of course, good drinks. Keep things simple by choosing drinks that don't require a lot of complicated preparation like muddling. These 11 options can be made ahead of time, put in a pretty bottle or container, and enjoyed in the sunshine. Click through for the recipes. Read more

Preparing healthy food at home is a tried-and-true weight-loss strategy — assuming you have the time, the energy, and an eye for portion control. A healthy-meal delivery service takes the guesswork out of the equation, but does it taste good? Curious about how a strict regimen of premade meals could improve my eating habits, I jumped at the chance to try out a week's worth of Jillian Michaels Read more

Maybe you're pressed for time or believe that only your favorite spot can curb your food cravings. Put down the phone, drop those torn takeout menus, and take a few deep breaths. It's time to retrain that brain. Here are 13 takeout favorites that you can healthfully make in your own kitchen. Whether Asian, Italian, or all-American fare is your go-to order, click through and prepare to be inspired Read more

Thanks to a range of cooking devices, piles of tiny measuring tools, plus tough-to-stack pots and pans, the kitchen can be a difficult room to organize. Still, with a few quick tricks and some smart furniture shopping, it's possible to maximize the space and make food preparation an easier task. Struggling to tidy up your cooking area? Get inspired by these 10 clever tips for kitchen Read more

Spring is just around the corner, and if yours (like mine) involves a lil girl's birthday party, prepare yourself for some serious inspiration. Florida-based illustrator, stationary designer, and party planner Kori Clark of Paper & Pigtails (cutest name ever!) designed this flower-filled birthday party for her 4-year-old daughter, Charlotte. Full of beautiful details like fabric rosettes, Read more

Should you find yourself at a food festival, like the one we just attended in South Beach, FL, there are some things you should prepare for. From keeping hydrated to dressing appropriately, these few essential tips will keep you loving every minute of the festivities. Read more

This year, for the first time, Rachael Ray crowned a Burger Bun King of South Beach Wine and Food Festival. She took some time at the end of her demonstration in the village to bring some of her friends and colleagues on stage. We're not sure if the crowd was prepared for what followed. The audience actually got to pick which chef had the best buns. But we're not so sure she meant burger buns! Read more