So many of us make major New Year’s resolutions that seem like great ideas at the time, but because they require drastic changes in our lifestyle, they become almost impossible to keep. This year, think small. With a few simple steps, you can make some big changes in your health. Walk the Walk Adding just … Read More
Doing some last-minute shopping? Give the folks on your holiday list gifts from our great state by supporting these Alabama makers and artists. Just click, shop and ship some merry and joy this year. These Socks Rock Soft and super cute, both brightly patterned Zkano [https://zkano.com] socks and the sophisticated footwear from its sister … Read More
Happy things often come in delightfully tasty packages — especially during the holidays. And when it comes to all things tasty and cheery, this savory strata has it all. It’s even green and red! Whether you are hosting guests in your own home or traveling and don’t want to show up to the host’s house empty-handed, … Read More
Thinly sliced, elegantly stacked, expertly baked and crowned in a maple-infused browned butter? Now that’s what I call a sweet potato queen! Traditional sweet potato casserole could easily have its place at the dessert table; one ½-cup serving has more sugar than a slice of apple pie (and I’m not even counting the extra marshmallow … Read More
This delicious take on Brussels sprouts earns the best-dressed award at the holiday dinner party. When shaved, Brussels sprouts result in an unbelievably delicate, yet bold, base for a salad. Add traditional autumn ingredients like apples, and give it all a holiday-worthy upgrade with decadent Marcona almonds and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. What I do love most … Read More
It’s your all-time favorite dip — tucked, folded and stuffed right into the table’s most coveted side dish. This dressing is loaded with all the cheesy, creamy, appetizer-inspired goods, but lightened with layers upon layers of veggies, greens and sprouted grains. Sprouted grains contain nutrients that have been unlocked, meaning they are more readily available … Read More
Montgomery is fortunate to have a new doctor dedicated to women’s breast health. Dr. Katelin Holmes, Breast Surgeon Oncologist, is now practicing and accepting new patients in the capital city, and the Joy to Life Foundation and JOY magazine are thrilled to welcome her here. Dr. Holmes received her medical degree with honors from the … Read More
With so much emphasis on Santa, his elves, holiday shopping trips and ads that bombard us with whatever this year’s hot toy is, it’s easy for kids to get wrapped up in the “getting” part of Christmas and forget about the flipside: the giving. So, how can you teach your kids the importance and the … Read More
There are so many things to love about this delightful dish of pitch-perfect pasta. The combination of buttery-sweet butternut squash with earthy kale, umami-packed parmesan cheese and a hefty hit of extra crisp-and-salty bacon hits all the right notes — particularly when the temperature starts to drop outside and the word crisp becomes a feeling in … Read More