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As restaurants begin to open up again – if they open up at all – they will be facing a new set of challenges, new rules and expectations, and more than likely a permanent shift in how they do business. Restaurateurs have their work cut out for them. Traditionally a thin-margin business to begin with,…

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5 princess looks for your little girl Are you looking to give your baby girl that stylish look? Well, the good news is that achieving the perfect princess look does not have to cost you much. Here are a few items to include in your princess’ wardrobe. Girls Cardigans Cardigans are not only warm but…

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What is it about autumn that makes us put aside our tried-and-true martinis and margaritas, and start concocting those special seasonal drinks we all have come to love? Fall favorites like mulled wine, spiced cider and pumpkin spice everything is in abundance, and now is the time to bring out those special recipes that just…

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Halloween is one of the most anticipated holidays every year for its otherworldliness and ability it provides you to be someone else, even if just for a couple of hours. It’s marked by candy, masks, and Fall food. So, just because Halloween may be looking a bit different this year during a pandemic, that doesn’t…

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When someone recommends a book to me, the first thing I ask myself is “how well does this person know me?” If a near-stranger is talking about an absolute must-read, I might look it up and check the blurb but I’m more likely to forget the name of book as soon as the next conversation…

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As of 2018, the average age of a first-time homebuyer was 32. Many first-time owners are ‘Millennials,’ a generation that has taken an active interest in the environment and sustainability efforts. But no matter what age you are, buying a home for the first time is an exciting process. You might find yourself looking for…

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It’s commonly known that modern people spend most of their day sitting. Whether he or she is at home, the office, in a car, or anywhere else, he’s sitting for hours and hours during the day. Modern jobs, the pandemic, and our overall lifestyles make us sit more than we should, and that’s how we…

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I’ve always wanted to go to Paris. As a teenager, I even briefly entertained the thought of attending the Sorbonne. I eventually ended up in California, at the University of California Santa Cruz, which was arguably the most hippie college on the face of the planet at the time. Later in midlife, when I decided…

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Short, (not so) sweet, and to the point. Detailing the emotions, confusion, and unsetting reality of what feels like a modern-day apocalypse, “Intimations” takes us through the beginning stages of COVID-19 – the battle we’re all still fighting. Zadie Smith has a way with words. She can say more in two sentences than most writers…

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How many times did you stay in a hotel with a gorgeous bathroom you never wanted to leave? Well, the good news is that you can recreate that same look in your own bathroom, regardless of the budget or space at your disposal. While some upgrades can be major, other ones are very affordable but…

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There’s nothing better than a sweet, delicious dessert after an outstanding meal – except perhaps, a sweet, delicious dessert with booze in it. This week, The Vivant talked with our favorite cabal of gourmets, gourmands and assorted food bloggers to see how they use liquor as an ingredient in their favorite desserts. Whiskey and Star…

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Concerts and music festivals are looking a bit different this year in the wake of Covid-19. While you may not be able to attend them live in-person, you can attend them live online. There are many perks to this new live music development. While you may not be able to see your favorite musicians physically…

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