In our culture of smoothies galore, anything goes. Smoothie add-ins range from whey protein to wheatgrass to collagen. I’m not betting on wrinkles miraculously disappearing by gulping smoothies. {Anything’s possible?} That said, this Chia Seed Pudding and this Tropical Green Smoothies are on-trend, healthy, and taste pretty awesome. But sometimes, we all just long for sweet and simple. Nothing…

The holiday season is filled with traditional foods and drinks. In the United States, families often build gingerbread houses or bake Christmas cookies in December. In Puerto Rico, however, no Navidad is complete without the country’s Christmas cocktail, coquito. Much like eggnog, coquito is a smooth and creamy drink, but there’s a tropical twist. The classic recipe is typically a combination of…

I don’t know about you, but the moment the sun comes out, I crave a refreshing drink to cool off. A well designed summer drink can do wonders for the mind and body, imparting calm, cool, and homeostasis everywhere. (Courtesy of ButteredVeg.com) By “well designed,” I mean a drink that is packed with cooling energies…

A lassi is a yogurt-based drink that originated in the Punjab region of India. Lassis are often flavored with spices or fruit ⁠— mango is very popular. This recipe puts the flavors of a mango lassi into a smooth, sweet popsicle. Mango Lassi Popsicles Makes 6 popsicles 1 1/2 cups (10 ounces) fresh or frozen…

What better remedy for when salsa sets your tongue on fire than horchata? The sweet and silky rice milk drink is served by all the best Mexican restaurants and your local taco truck too. Luckily, bringing the taqueria feel home with horchata is simple. First, assemble your ingredients: water, condensed and regular milk, cinnamon sticks and rice. Combine the water, rice…

If you’re looking for some sweet nostalgia to get you through the hot summer months months, travel back in time to the days of lemonade stands with this refreshing and easy-to-make fresh-squeezed lemonade recipe. Instead of gritting your teeth and dealing with the summer heat, turn it into an incredible staycation with this three-ingredient lemonade recipe. While the recipe…