Meatless Monday! The title sounds obvious but it’s an international campaign to encourage people not to eat meat one day of the week. Last week, Vancouver became the first Canadian city to endorse this movement and encourage its citizens to turn to local vegetarian options on Monday’s.  Even though, I’m a meat lover, it’s a commitment I can definitely participate in.  What about you? Here are some great meatless recipes you’ll drool over.

Accomplishments are in the air, as it’s graduation season! Whether you are attending the gradation ceremony for high school, college, or a technical program, a gift will brighten up the day for the new graduate. Check out our top 5 graduation gift ideas. 

Stir-fry is one of my favorite meals to prepare since I love to load up on vegetables and my other favorite ingredients. Plus, I can control the amount of flavoring to the dish.  In my cooking experience of stir-fry, I never used a wok and prepared the meal in a pot (please don’t judge me).  Once I received the Paderno Wok, I immediately embodied the role of a master chef.

Drinking green juice in the morning is becoming a popular trend in the world of healthy eating. Since summer is fast approaching (once the weather gets consistently hot), we are in a transition to clean up our diets and get ready for tank-top season.  The power of the green juice can help jump start your metabolism and energy, plus motivate your quest to eating cleaner foods and get your body feeling great. Here are the top recipes from healthy celebrities.

Father’s Day is just around the corner. What are you getting your papa, daddy, daddio, old man?  Whatever nickname you have for your dad, it’s all about the thought when it comes to providing the perfect gift. We have your ultimate gift guide for Father’s Day. Likely your old man has a number of hobbies– so how do you define his personality?  He might enjoy pastimes like fishing, cooking, or relaxing in his back yard. Or is he a fitness buff? Is he a man of fashion? We have the perfect gift to choose for your papa’s personality.

This summer, it’s time to make the most delicious Cosmopolitan and Apple Martini. Or do you prefer a Gin and Tonic? Or just like to pour a glass of wine? Whatever your desired drink maybe, it’s time to become the best bartender in town. When creating a cocktail, the trick is finding the perfect measurement. We have the essentials to include in your at home-bar.

Personal care is an area of technology that's easy to ignore but which is undergoing constant progress. P&G (Procter and Gamble) houses several wellness and personal care brands and produts. I take a look at some that make morning routines easier.

For those who don’t like hipsters, here is another reason they’ll annoy you: They are increasing the prices of beer. Solution: Brew your own.

Your summer plan is to fire up the grill and host BBQ parties, right? If so, you’ll want to create a beautiful outdoor ambience to enjoy. Here are 5 items you’ll need to design the best outdoor space.

Do you eat your food too fast? I do! Being Persian, we are food lovers but we also eat our meals fast (very fast), as we love to go back for seconds. Does this sound familiar? Certain cultures are very good at eating slow. I always feel embarrassed eating dinner with my Chinese or Japanese friends because I’ve inhaled my plate while they are just about start. While your friends might find it rude to tell you to slow down but what about a fork?

Miele always delivers stylish products and appliances that even its vacuum series makes you take notice. Miele S2 Contour Canister Vacuum is perfect for people entering the world of domestic life but want something stylish that doesn’t take up a lot of space to store.

My inspiration to cook happens when I watch a cooking show or browse for recipes on Pinterest. As for the former, I get very excited about a new recipe being demonstrated by a celebrity chef however I just drool over the meals they are preparing (while sitting on my couch) and forget how to recreate the dish. It’s not the same when I make reference to their exact recipe because I want the chef to walk me through the steps of preparing the masterful meal.  Don’t you? There is a reason why I’m fascinated with Panna, a video-based cooking app. It combines the elements of a cookbook, magazine and TV show onto an app.  Panna lets you virtually apprentice with well-known chefs while you have the flexibility to pause and restart at your pace.

Are you a soda lover? I have a confession to make, I use to drink at least one can of Diet Coke or Ginger Ale a day.  I know, terrible! Over consumption on drinks with aspartame and other questionable ingredients, is awful for your body. But I was a soda addict until I discovered the SodaStream, which has changed my life.

I finally had the chance the review the iRobot Roomba. A robot to do my vacuuming – how come it has taken me so long to test this product! The idea of having a robot take the lead on doing a dreaded household choir sounds like a match made in heaven. The iRobot does the vacuuming but don’t be fooled you still have to chaperone.

Your mom deserves to be pampered on Mother’s Day. She’s the only woman to provide you with a beautiful life, unconditional love, and will always be there for you in a time of need. Plus, she’s simply the best mom!  Spend some quality time with your mom on May 12 for Mother's Day and get her a gift to make her really feel special. Even if your mom says she doesn’t want anything, you should still get her something --because deep down she'd be very grateful to recieve a thoughtful gift. We've listed a bunch of great ideas that we know your mom would love.