I am sure you are all familiar with the saying Be with someone who makes you happy, but what if YOU are that someone who can make you happy? The only one… Why are we taught that we need someone? When we all kind of know that the answers are only in us and no …
Turkish Spicy Pasta Salad
Prepared by Chef Cihat Demirci Head Chef in Denizli, Turkey Ingredients 3 onions 3-4 green peppers 2 red peppers 2 pinches of parsley 1 pinch of fresh mint (dry mint can also work) 3 tomatoes 2 cloves of garlic 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 lemon juice Preparation The onions, green and red pepper, parsley and …
Dear Madiba by Beyoncé Knowles-Carter
“The smallest efforts could change the trajectory for so many living in extreme poverty, facing injustices, the indecency of racism and fighting for their rights as humans.” – Beyoncé Beyoncé pays tribute to the late Nelson Mandela, who passed away in 2013, ahead of the The Global Citizen Festival: Mandela 100 that will reunite some of the …
Karen Nance: Stilettos at Sixty
From criminal defense attorney to private investigator, motivational speaker to model, Karen Nance is an example of living your life to the fullest, breaking down all the boundaries, reaching to your true self and doing what you want and love. Some years after having her first child, she knew that she would want a second …
Japan, Nepal, Vietnam & Thailand through the lenses of Summer Feng
A couple of years ago, I was in Florence, Italy. I have just arrived in Piazza Michelangelo, admiring the breathtaking view, when a lovely girl approaches me. Her pale skin, long dark hair and very big and beautiful smile greeted me with so much joy that I’ve felt that I have known her for years. …
Fish and Ground Provisions
Prepared by Chef Sean Streete Dine Diaspora Featured Chef 2017 Serves: Approximately 4 people Ingredients for Potato Mousse: 2 ea. Yukon Gold Potatoes (Peeled and Diced) ½ C. Heavy Cream 2 C. Water 1 ea. Egg White tt Kosher Salt —Agar Agar 1.5% of total weight of all the above ingredients. Ingredients for Salmon Mousse: 1 …
Dana Todd: The Story of Balodana
“Inside yourself, you have all you need to succeed – to unlock your potential you must keep putting in the work and trusting your path will make itself known, even if you have no idea where you’re headed!” – Dana Todd, Founder and CEO of Balodana I know Dana for many years and I was …
La Vie en Rose
I have recently made a list with 10 inspiring films about strong women and a friend reminded me of one of the most beautiful films I have ever seen and I said “I need to do a separate piece on this film”! Et Voila! I have never heard any other voice like hers and the …
Bye Bye, Standard Sizes! Hello, Custom Sizes!
In a world that is so rapidly changing and evolving into a better one, why should anyone settle for less? We all work so much to improve our services, to bring more on the table and improve the way of our lives, that there was never a better time for us! In the last years, …
Wine With a View
First day in Lisbon, I decide to go to São Jorge Castle, a beautiful Moorish castle on top of a hill with gorgeous views of Lisbon. I was already in love with Lisbon, but the view from there is absolutely breathtaking. It was already afternoon, so I could see an unforgettable sunset and just take all the …










