Monthly Archives: February 2016

Daily horoscopes: February 10, 2016

Author Thumbnail by Christopher Renstrom
Posted at 8:00 am on February 10, 2016

ARIES.

(March 20 - April 19):

How do you make room for yourself at a table that’s already full? Identify what’s missing piques buyers’ interests. How you mean to solve it will secure the invite.

TAURUS.

(April 20 - May 20):

You know there’s more going on beneath the surface, but you’ll learn nothing hanging by the side of the pool. Take the plunge. Read more →

5 Valentine gifts to get your millionaire man

Author Thumbnail by Patti Stanger
Posted at 11:00 am on February 9, 2016
How many bags of Conversation Hearts have you eaten so far this Valentine’s Day season? I’m going to plead the fifth on my number. It’s embarrassingly high. I tell myself that eating Conversation Hearts is basically a job responsibility for me. Anyway, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and if you’re dating a rich, successful man, I bet you’re struggling with what to get him. Well, you’ve come to the right place. I have 7 ideas for gifts that will make the man who has everything feel like a million bucks.
  1. Cufflinks
This is a tried and true dude gift that never fails. Sure, every businessman has cufflinks, but there’s always room in a guy’s collection for more. It’s a really safe bet. If you’re looking for something nice, David Yurman always has amazing designs with classic appeal. For this gift guide, I found these amazing Tateossian Mechanical Watch Cuff Links that actually keep time. Awesome, right? He’ll definitely get compliments on them and think of you every time someone tells him how cool his style is.
  1. Scotch tasting
Scotch has always been a staple drink for classy men, but I think it’s having a real moment in the sun right now. I credit that to Mad Men. Anyway, almost every man would want to know more about scotch, so organizing a scotch tasting is a great gift idea. I found several options in my area just by Googling “Scotch tasting Los Angeles.” Look in your area and see what quality options are available. You could also talk to your country club about setting up a tasting or just chat with the lead bartender at the bar of his favorite steak house. It could also be fun to turn it into a social event and have several of your girlfriends give their men scotch tastings for V-Day and do the tasting as a group.
  1. A strip dance
Give your man something he’ll never forget, a very sensual strip dance. If you’re comfortable, just go ahead and do it. But, for most of us, a little instruction and choreography wouldn’t hurt. So, look up strip classes in your neighborhood or get a private burlesque tutoring session and practice your routine. This is a priceless gift that he’ll be very, very grateful for.
  1. Lingerie
Ah, the age old question…is lingerie really a gift for him or you? I say, who cares! It makes you feel sexy and him feel, well, all kinds of things! In my book, La Perla is hands down the sexiest, most luxurious lingerie on the market. And why not treat yourself to the best when you’re treating him, right? The Maharani Chemise is super sexy and guaranteed to make this a Valentine’s Day, or more likely night, to remember!
  1. Deluxe aphrodisiacs
Aphrodisiacs come in all shapes and sizes…and prices! There are some very luxurious and expensive aphrodisiacs out there that can add up to a really special gift for your man. You can customize an aphrodisiac basket to your man’s tastes, but if you’re looking for some suggestions, I have two deluxe options for you—saffron and white truffles. Saffron is one of the most expensive ingredients on the planet and, as it turns out, can be a real turn on! White truffles are another hard to source aphrodisiac that are delicious and apparently, sexually stimulating. Add these to some honey, for eating or body painting, high quality chocolate, his favorite red and a homemade version of sexy truth or dare and you have the perfect customized aphrodisiac basket for your millionaire boo. Hope that helps you ladies who are dating men who have everything. They’re a hard group to shop for! And no matter what gift you get him, if you make him feel special in the bedroom on Valentine’s Day evening, he’ll be very grateful that Cupid shot you two with the same arrow.

Daily horoscopes: February 9, 2016

Author Thumbnail by Christopher Renstrom
Posted at 8:00 am on February 9, 2016

ARIES.

(March 20 - April 19):

A job offer or opportunity comes your way vis-à-vis an influential woman. But new doesn’t mean different. You could be trading one rut for another.

TAURUS.

(April 20 - May 20):

You’ve grown in ways you didn’t expect and are ready for new challenges. Don’t be intimidated. It’s time to put your best foot forward. Read more →

Daily horoscopes: February 8, 2016

Author Thumbnail by Christopher Renstrom
Posted at 8:00 am on February 8, 2016

ARIES.

(March 20 - April 19):

A compromise isn’t a failure if it fortifies your position. Think of it as wedging your foot in the door until you can gain entrée.

TAURUS.

(April 20 - May 20):

Feel like you’re in a rut? You won’t in a month’s time. Get ready for a thrilling turn of events courtesy of the new moon in Aquarius. Read more →

Daily horoscopes: February 5, 2016

Author Thumbnail by Christopher Renstrom
Posted at 8:00 am on February 5, 2016

ARIES.

(March 20 - April 19):

Avoid getting dragged into turf wars because you’ll only lose if you do. Just tell everyone that you’re Switzerland.

TAURUS.

(April 20 - May 20):

There’s nothing wrong with wanting the best in life as long as you don’t overreach. It’s a good idea to know what is (and isn’t) within your grasp. Read more →

The perfect healthy meal to cook for Valentine’s Day

Author Thumbnail by Patti Stanger
Posted at 11:00 am on February 4, 2016
Valentine’s Day is a real pressure cooker of stress—expectations, romance, gifting and New Year’s resolutions. That’s right. Coming only six weeks into the new year, February 14th is often smack dab in the middle of people’s diets. And diets and holidays don’t typically mix. Diets and romance are hard to mix, too. Well, not any more! I’ve scoured the internet for some very romantic and healthy meals you can make at home to stick to your healthy lifestyle and celebrate ole Saint Valentine in style. Simple salad This is some intense salad making. She really gets into the details here, which I love. And I dig the basic dressing and how exacting she is with the ratio measurements. You can simplify this for yourself and pick up a bag of mixed greens or only do one green. But, don’t mess around with the dressing. It’s perfection. Make a huge batch of it and save it to use throughout the week. Roast chicken This is Glamour’s famed engagement chicken. The story goes that an assistant at Glamour made this chicken for her boyfriend and he proposed soon after. Then, three other women at the magazine made the chicken for their boos and got rings. So, Glamour printed the recipe in their magazine and 70 women from around the country wrote in to say they’d gotten engaged after making their men this chicken. I’m not saying this recipe will take you down the aisle, but a nice, perfectly cooked, lemony chicken sure can’t hurt the cause. Roast potatoes If you don’t think Jamie Oliver is cute as a button, I think we might have nothing in common. He’s so adorable! And his recipes are dynamite. Check out how he makes roast potatoes taste even better than normal. I love how focused on texture he is, too. That combo of crunch and creaminess just can’t be beat. Pick any one of these as a side dish for your special meal. Sautéed greens A nice dark leafy green is part of nearly every healthy diet, so this dish is a must serve. You can make this with spinach, like she does in the video, or another green, like kale or collard greens. The flavors and techniques translate perfectly to a variety of greens. Just sauté heartier greens for a bit longer. Green tea macarons Even when you’re watching what you eat, you can’t skip dessert on Valentine’s Day. So, here’s a healthy-ish take on dessert. Green tea has restorative properties that are beneficial to the body, but what’s really great about these macarons is that they’re really small. So, it’s easy to just have a bite and indulge without feeling like you’re wasting food or denying yourself a full dessert. Happy Valentine’s Day and happy healthy living!
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