This is are my ultimate favorite go to snack on the go, because they are small and convenient. I would call it preferbley lightly sweet and mild but also very deep in texture and sweet spice, which gives it a pleasent taste, great for a warm breakfast or snack. Goes well for small potlucks or as a gift ( for those foodies ), frosting simialar to a loveley cupcake. I would be begging myself to just stop eating them. addicting.one word.sugary.and sweet !! hope u guys like it.
Fall desserts you cannot miss: ( MAILY FALL )
pumpkin pie
shortbread
spongecakes ( pumpokin of course )
pumpkin cheesecake
apple pie ( US VERSION )
pecan pie
cookies
sugarcookies
cakes ( log cakes, fruit cakes,christmas cakes,etc)
candy cane
pumpkin spice products ( cookies, gum,oreos,yougurt,etc)
gingerbread cookies or anything simialar
cranberry strudel cake
capple crumber/strudel
sweet potato meringue pie
DULCE DE LECHE COOKIES !!!!
tarts
bread pudding ( US ( new orleans version ) )
cobblers and crumbles
beignets ( cinnamon HAS TO BE NEW ORLEANS STYLE !!!! )
fudge
smores
waffles and pancakes ( i kno it's breakfast but it is still good.... )
carrot cake
whoopie pies
fall inspired cupcakes
pumpkin creme brulee
bourbon souffle
puddings ( US KIND )
french toast ( i kno breakfast again but spice it up and whip up that apple butter with cinnamon and there fall i ur face )
anything with peppermint in it
COCOA HOT COCOA CHOCOLATE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :) :P
AND MANY MANY MANY MORE !!!!
Comment down below your favorite dessert this chilly time of the season and comment down any suggestions + UR FAV HOLIDAY STARBUCKS DRINK !!
Maple Syrup Pumpkin ( fall... miss it already :'( )/peppermint ( christmas ) spice steamed cakes :)
Ingredients:
Wet Ingredients
around 100ml of any milk I prefer cow's or almond :)
one (free range) egg :)
2-4 tbs of maple syrup 100% grade B or pure agave nectar or raw honey
1 tbsp. olive or coconut ( melted) oil
Few drops of vanilla extract/peppermint extract ( or both )
1 tbs of pumpkin puree OR a few crushed peppermint barks/peppermint chocolate( melted)
Dry ingredients
2-3 tsp. baking soda ( 1.5 ts baking powder to 1.5 tsp baking soda ratio )
about 150g of all purpose/baking flour
20-40g(depending on sweetness intended) of powdered sugar/candy/frosting sugar( confectioners sugar) I used around 30g.
pinch of sea salt
How t0 :)
1) First combine all of the wet ingredients in a bowl, whisk the milk and eggs together, then slowly add in the oil,extract and ample syrup, this time just mix lightly. Lastly while mixing add in the melted peppermint bark or slowly the pumpkin puree ( not chunky ), then set aside. tip : let it bubble a little bit, but not way too much.
2) Sift all of the dry ingredients together with a flour sifter to a huge bowl, then slowly combine the wet ingredients 1/4 of it at a time and just mix until well combined, do not over mix.
3) : With a small scooper or a spoon, spoon in the mixture into steaming cake liners or foil cake liners ( foil cupcake liners), fill it up about 70-80 percent full. Then lightly plop and drop them on the table to get the extra air ( bubbles ) out.
4) place the cakes in a steaming pan/frying pan with about 200-350 ml of hot water on extra high heat or until the water boils, when it boils let down the temperature to medium-low, then cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until done.
5) carefully remove the cover from the pan, to avoid h20 ( water...) dripping into/onto the cakes place it on a rack to let it cool before you frost them.
For the frosting:
1/2 cup of cream cheese
1/8 cup of icing sugar
1 ts of all spice / pumpkin pie spice
1 pump of peppermint syrup/ around 1 1/2 ts of peppermint extract OR vanilla extract/vanilla syrup
around 5 tbs of pumpkin puree OR 5 tbs of melted dark chocolate OR peppermint bark ( melted )
how to :)
1 ) in a bowl add in the cream cheese and icing sugar, whip it up with a mixer until creamy and smooth. tip : add in the sugar little by little when whipping the cream cheese
2 ) slowly add in the extract and syrup while mixing, add in a little at a time.
3 ) add in the chocolate or puree and whip till fluffy and smooth.
4 ) transfer into a piping bag ready to go, frost the cakes when cool and ready.
Garnishes : for peppermint : candy cane ( crushed ) or more peppermint bark, for pumpkin : caramel topping ( caramel sauce ( smuckers brand ) ) or pumpkin pie spice/cinnamon for dusting.
ENJOY! I hoped you guys definitely try the desserts that I recommend and also to try out this recipe because it is so enjoyable to eat either during cold seasons, like fall and winter. It is sweet,warm and delicious. I hoped you enjoy a lot.
warmly,
Ms. Spice
Tuesday, November 25, 2014
EVEN BETTER THAN STARBUCKS Pumpkin spice latte recipe : Starbucks copycat that is better than the real thing
This is my absolute favorite time of the year fall, the hazy skies, the colorful leaves and the lovely winter and of course STARBUCKS I literally splurge on this every fall and winter because it is just so good. This is one of my fav drinks in Starbucks but because they do not have it at the Starbucks where I live which is sad so I just make it at home.
So here it is I hope you enjoy ! Thumbs up and comment for more copycat recipes , more coming up soon.
Ps I need blog help how do I upload a pic without failing ? Thanks :)
Pumpkin spice fall latte recipe
Ingredients
1to 3 tablespoons of pumpkin purée or CANNED PUMPKIN ( not pie filling ) ( I used Libby's canned ) or just make your own by steaming it till soft and purée ingredients it by mashing or in a food processor. Or torani pumpkin spice syrup ( i would go 1/2 pumpkin spice syrup 1/2 vanilla syrup) , get it on AMAzon Starbucks uses this.
A half to one tea spoon of pumpkin pie spice ( cinnamon nutmeg cloves and all spice together )
freshly grounded blackpepper and sea salt ( just one pinch ) ( i used himalayan salt or pure sea salt )
2-3 tbs of pure white cane sugar
2-3 tbs of pure vanilla extract
2 cups of fullfat milk or full fat cashew milk ( for vegans )
1,2 or 3 shots of dark espresso ( i would just go for1-1 1/2 shots ) ( OP , if you don't like coffee )
1/4 cup of whipping cream, whipped or whipping cream in a can ( LIKE REDDYWHIP or COOL WHIP )
stuff you need :
coffee machine/ espresso maker
mixer,blender or a balloon whisk to mix or whip up the whipping cream ( op , if you have REDDI whip or COOL whip no need )
stove and boiling equipment
wood mixer/spoon
balloon whisk
blender
HOW TO :
In a small boiling saucepan, over low to medium heat, mix up all of the pumpkin with the pumpkin pie spice :) then add in your salt and pepper, then cook for about 1:30 to 2 minutes or until it seems steamy,hot and it smells delicious. Make sure that you stir really really well !!
Then add in your white sugar, you may want to turn it to lower heat because it may caramelize quickly stir it into the pumpkin mix and mix really really really well, incoperate it into the pumpkin.It should look kind of bubbly, with a really thick gooey texture like a syrup, make sure that you do not burn the sugar.
In a bowl combine the milk and vanilla extract whisk well or until small bubbles form up, then set it to heat up in the pumpkin-sugar mix on the stove and then warm the milk slowly over medium heat, just warming it not boiling.
To make everything nice in a blender blend on high everything to get it find of bubbly and frothy what i did is i poured 1/2 the mixture into my mug and the other half i blended into the froth, top it off with your frothy milk,whipped cream, and extra pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon or maybe dark cocoa powder or salted caramel if you would like.
The anotomy of my pumpkin spice:
1st layer : just the milk mixture
2nd layer : frothy milk mixture
3rd layer: whipped cream
4th layer:extra pumpkin spice,vanilla syrup,cinnamon and cocoa powder.
Pics ; couretsey of COMPFIGHT PICS
FACTS ABOUT THE STARBUCKS PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE AND WHY THIS JUST MAY BE BETTER!!: CHECK OUR FOOD BABE's INVESTIGATION !!
http://foodbabe.com/2014/08/25/starbucks-pumpkin-spice-latte/
HOPE U GUYS ENJOY !!
from the spicy,
Ms. spice :)
So here it is I hope you enjoy ! Thumbs up and comment for more copycat recipes , more coming up soon.
Ps I need blog help how do I upload a pic without failing ? Thanks :)
Pumpkin spice fall latte recipe
Ingredients
1to 3 tablespoons of pumpkin purée or CANNED PUMPKIN ( not pie filling ) ( I used Libby's canned ) or just make your own by steaming it till soft and purée ingredients it by mashing or in a food processor. Or torani pumpkin spice syrup ( i would go 1/2 pumpkin spice syrup 1/2 vanilla syrup) , get it on AMAzon Starbucks uses this.
A half to one tea spoon of pumpkin pie spice ( cinnamon nutmeg cloves and all spice together )
freshly grounded blackpepper and sea salt ( just one pinch ) ( i used himalayan salt or pure sea salt )
2-3 tbs of pure white cane sugar
2-3 tbs of pure vanilla extract
2 cups of fullfat milk or full fat cashew milk ( for vegans )
1,2 or 3 shots of dark espresso ( i would just go for1-1 1/2 shots ) ( OP , if you don't like coffee )
1/4 cup of whipping cream, whipped or whipping cream in a can ( LIKE REDDYWHIP or COOL WHIP )
stuff you need :
coffee machine/ espresso maker
mixer,blender or a balloon whisk to mix or whip up the whipping cream ( op , if you have REDDI whip or COOL whip no need )
stove and boiling equipment
wood mixer/spoon
balloon whisk
blender
HOW TO :
In a small boiling saucepan, over low to medium heat, mix up all of the pumpkin with the pumpkin pie spice :) then add in your salt and pepper, then cook for about 1:30 to 2 minutes or until it seems steamy,hot and it smells delicious. Make sure that you stir really really well !!
Then add in your white sugar, you may want to turn it to lower heat because it may caramelize quickly stir it into the pumpkin mix and mix really really really well, incoperate it into the pumpkin.It should look kind of bubbly, with a really thick gooey texture like a syrup, make sure that you do not burn the sugar.
In a bowl combine the milk and vanilla extract whisk well or until small bubbles form up, then set it to heat up in the pumpkin-sugar mix on the stove and then warm the milk slowly over medium heat, just warming it not boiling.
To make everything nice in a blender blend on high everything to get it find of bubbly and frothy what i did is i poured 1/2 the mixture into my mug and the other half i blended into the froth, top it off with your frothy milk,whipped cream, and extra pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon or maybe dark cocoa powder or salted caramel if you would like.
The anotomy of my pumpkin spice:
1st layer : just the milk mixture
2nd layer : frothy milk mixture
3rd layer: whipped cream
4th layer:extra pumpkin spice,vanilla syrup,cinnamon and cocoa powder.
Pics ; couretsey of COMPFIGHT PICS
FACTS ABOUT THE STARBUCKS PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE AND WHY THIS JUST MAY BE BETTER!!: CHECK OUR FOOD BABE's INVESTIGATION !!
http://foodbabe.com/2014/08/25/starbucks-pumpkin-spice-latte/
HOPE U GUYS ENJOY !!
from the spicy,
Ms. spice :)
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
Favorite quick 2 minute ice cream ! ( VEGAN FRIENDLY ) ( NO ice cream maker )
Seriously this is my go-to healthy and quick ice cream that I totally love to just eat on, plus you do not have to feel guilty about eating it !! With the texture of smooth ice cream that makes it so creamy, but at the same time healthy and of course vegan.
No need for that big bulky ice cream maker that can be expensive or the long time it takes to freeze ice cream, Not that fatty as normal ice cream and No added or granulated sugar. I hope you guys like it :)
Creamy Banana base ice cream
For the base : ( makes one serving )
1-2 bananas, chopped to pennies ( round shapes ) and frozen
a few table/tea spoons of liquid ( fruit juice , nut milk ( HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ) , coconut milk ( highlt reccomended ) , soy milk or cows milk ( if you are no vegan )
ADD ONS to make it not just banana ice cream
ANY FRUITS ( FROZEN )
mangoes,berries,papya,CHERIMOYA,guava, avocado ,etc
Veggies ( like you put in smoothies ) FROZEN
spinach,kale,arugula,carrot,etc ( cut into pennies or small peices )
OTHER ADD ONS
chia seeds, nut butters, vanilla pod, spice powders ( cinnamon,nutmeg,etc) , purees , cocoa powder , etc.
Equptment : good quality blenders like vita mix or nutri buller OR A food processor , mixing bowls ( optional ) , serving cups and spoons.
1 ) take out your bananas from the freezer and let it thaw for 30 seconds to 1 minute to make it easier to blend.
2 ) place the bananas a drizzle of milk and any other add on's into the food processor, process until there are no more banana chunks and creamy and thick ( DO NOT MAKE IT TO THIN OR LIQUID).
3) serve in glasses with whipped coconut cremè, dark cocoa syrup, fresh fruit, nuts etc.
My favorite combos
Pumpkin pie spice : Pumpkin puree + coconut cream + pumpkin spice + ( vegan ) graham crackers
berry blast
1 handful of mixed frozen berries + almond milk + vanilla bean seeds
Chocolate death
melted chocolate ( all dark / vegan ) + chcolate vegan chips + coconut cream + other chocolate related stuff...
ENJOY GUYS !!
Regards,
Ms.Spice
No need for that big bulky ice cream maker that can be expensive or the long time it takes to freeze ice cream, Not that fatty as normal ice cream and No added or granulated sugar. I hope you guys like it :)
Creamy Banana base ice cream
For the base : ( makes one serving )
1-2 bananas, chopped to pennies ( round shapes ) and frozen
a few table/tea spoons of liquid ( fruit juice , nut milk ( HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ) , coconut milk ( highlt reccomended ) , soy milk or cows milk ( if you are no vegan )
ADD ONS to make it not just banana ice cream
ANY FRUITS ( FROZEN )
mangoes,berries,papya,CHERIMOYA,guava, avocado ,etc
Veggies ( like you put in smoothies ) FROZEN
spinach,kale,arugula,carrot,etc ( cut into pennies or small peices )
OTHER ADD ONS
chia seeds, nut butters, vanilla pod, spice powders ( cinnamon,nutmeg,etc) , purees , cocoa powder , etc.
Equptment : good quality blenders like vita mix or nutri buller OR A food processor , mixing bowls ( optional ) , serving cups and spoons.
1 ) take out your bananas from the freezer and let it thaw for 30 seconds to 1 minute to make it easier to blend.
2 ) place the bananas a drizzle of milk and any other add on's into the food processor, process until there are no more banana chunks and creamy and thick ( DO NOT MAKE IT TO THIN OR LIQUID).
3) serve in glasses with whipped coconut cremè, dark cocoa syrup, fresh fruit, nuts etc.
My favorite combos
Pumpkin pie spice : Pumpkin puree + coconut cream + pumpkin spice + ( vegan ) graham crackers
berry blast
1 handful of mixed frozen berries + almond milk + vanilla bean seeds
Chocolate death
melted chocolate ( all dark / vegan ) + chcolate vegan chips + coconut cream + other chocolate related stuff...
ENJOY GUYS !!
Regards,
Ms.Spice
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
CHIA PUDDING !!! + Blog schedule and update news
Hi guys today I decided to share with you one of my favorite breakfast food and dessert ever !! I got a vegan option for this and this CHIA PUDDING is like my absolutely delicious craving favorite vegan food, just because it is so good. It is also similar to tapioca pudding but just wayyyyyyy better.
I made one recently and with the fall scheme I made it a pumpkin spice theme, and a peppermint crush theme.
Hope you guys enjoy !
Where to purchase CHIA SEEDS : whole foods, trader joes, health food stores, amazon and sometimes walmart or target
What is chia seeds ? ( a short summary ), chia seeds were originally eaten in Latin and south America by the Aztec people as a sacred food source, now found and eaten as a nutritional benefit it provides daily fiber and protein to keep you full. There are tones of bene fits and info about this. Read about it here :
Common brands :
365 brand, spectrum brand, bob's red mill, nutiva,viva labs.
Where to purchase : ( online amazon )
http://www.amazon.com/s?ie=UTF8&page=1&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Achia%20seeds
What is it? :
http://www.doctoroz.com/blog/lindsey-duncan-nd-cn/chia-ancient-super-secret
Benefits :
http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2013/06/03/chia-seed-benefits-_n_3379831.html
Recipe :
Ingredients ( ratio 1 part chia to 9 parts liquid ( source from spectrum chia seed box ) )
Main star ingredient :
1/3 cup of chia seeds
A type of liquid such as : ( 2 cups of )
Cow's milk ( 2% works best results ), Almond, nut milk, soy milk, coconut milk, fruit juices, etc ( dairy free milks highly recommended )
Sweetener such as ( around 2 tbsp. ) :
honey, agave,sugar ( coconut,palm,brown,white ), stevia,maple syrup,etc.
Add on's / flavorings ( as muchas you would like ) :
all spice, pumpkin spice mix, fruit preserves, cinnamon, other spices, extracts ( peppermint,vanilla,almond,etc)
Toppers ( as much as you would like ): fresh/frozen fruit, whipped cream,etc.
Flavor punches / mixes
Pumpkin bliss spice : add in pumpkin puree , pumpkin spice mix, vanilla essence
Peppermint bliss : add in almond and peppermint extracts, crushed peppermint candy
Chai-masala : use 1/3 cup chia, 2 cups almond or nut milk ( I used coconut ) , 1/4 cup chai masala, a few pinches of sweet spice ( ginger,cinnamon,nutmeng,star anise, cardamom ) . ( heat shai and almond together over a simmer first )
Steps :
Pour everything into a mason jar ( I used the BALL brand ) give it a good shake and a tight close, store in the frige for a min. of 2 hours ( not to done ) , or for best results overnight :) .
Blog schedule update :
Hey all I will be doing one separate post on this week's blog post ideas, COMMENT to see if it is good or not , this week is featuring fall/thanksgiving twist recipes, beauty,advide, stories, and dance talk. ANY SUGGESTIONS ? please comment and SHARE !!
PLEAS EREAD MY PREVIOUS MANGO LASSI POST FOR MY COMMENTARY GUIDLINES : )
GO crazy,
Ms.Spice
I made one recently and with the fall scheme I made it a pumpkin spice theme, and a peppermint crush theme.
Hope you guys enjoy !
Where to purchase CHIA SEEDS : whole foods, trader joes, health food stores, amazon and sometimes walmart or target
What is chia seeds ? ( a short summary ), chia seeds were originally eaten in Latin and south America by the Aztec people as a sacred food source, now found and eaten as a nutritional benefit it provides daily fiber and protein to keep you full. There are tones of bene fits and info about this. Read about it here :
Common brands :
365 brand, spectrum brand, bob's red mill, nutiva,viva labs.
Where to purchase : ( online amazon )
http://www.amazon.com/s?ie=UTF8&page=1&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Achia%20seeds
What is it? :
http://www.doctoroz.com/blog/lindsey-duncan-nd-cn/chia-ancient-super-secret
Benefits :
http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2013/06/03/chia-seed-benefits-_n_3379831.html
Recipe :
Ingredients ( ratio 1 part chia to 9 parts liquid ( source from spectrum chia seed box ) )
Main star ingredient :
1/3 cup of chia seeds
A type of liquid such as : ( 2 cups of )
Cow's milk ( 2% works best results ), Almond, nut milk, soy milk, coconut milk, fruit juices, etc ( dairy free milks highly recommended )
Sweetener such as ( around 2 tbsp. ) :
honey, agave,sugar ( coconut,palm,brown,white ), stevia,maple syrup,etc.
Add on's / flavorings ( as muchas you would like ) :
all spice, pumpkin spice mix, fruit preserves, cinnamon, other spices, extracts ( peppermint,vanilla,almond,etc)
Toppers ( as much as you would like ): fresh/frozen fruit, whipped cream,etc.
Flavor punches / mixes
Pumpkin bliss spice : add in pumpkin puree , pumpkin spice mix, vanilla essence
Peppermint bliss : add in almond and peppermint extracts, crushed peppermint candy
Chai-masala : use 1/3 cup chia, 2 cups almond or nut milk ( I used coconut ) , 1/4 cup chai masala, a few pinches of sweet spice ( ginger,cinnamon,nutmeng,star anise, cardamom ) . ( heat shai and almond together over a simmer first )
Steps :
Pour everything into a mason jar ( I used the BALL brand ) give it a good shake and a tight close, store in the frige for a min. of 2 hours ( not to done ) , or for best results overnight :) .
Blog schedule update :
Hey all I will be doing one separate post on this week's blog post ideas, COMMENT to see if it is good or not , this week is featuring fall/thanksgiving twist recipes, beauty,advide, stories, and dance talk. ANY SUGGESTIONS ? please comment and SHARE !!
PLEAS EREAD MY PREVIOUS MANGO LASSI POST FOR MY COMMENTARY GUIDLINES : )
GO crazy,
Ms.Spice
Monday, November 10, 2014
DIY beauty : Chapped lips are horrible ! I need to solve it fast !
Winter and fall is coming up, and as usual the flu season as well, although I always have one problem at this time of the year and it can get very annoying the horror is called CHAPPED CRACKED LIPS! it's dry and flaky, and it can also be painful too! It is not fun to get every time of the year, so I came up with some solutions.
The average treatment is just lip balm or chap stick on your lips, this can take a long time to heal ( really I have gone trough it ), if not Vaseline which can also take a long time to heal. Every fall and winter time I stock up on these lip products that I recommend, also I make tons of diys to help my chapped dry lips be painless and heal faster.
Lips need the treatment too you know just like skin and hair ! You need to exfoliate your lips, care for the and also you need to moisturize them !
I came up with these three solutions including 2 money saving DIY's and one recommendation. HOPE YA ENJOY !
First solution : Lip scrub , yes it can be expensive in stores like LUSH so create a base, flavoring and whip it up all together !
base : choose 1-2
Granulated sugar
brown sugar
palm sugar/coconut sugar
Rock salt
fine table salt
Moisturizers : choose 1-2
carrier oils like ( almond,coconut,jojoba,olive,etc) DO NOT USE VEGETABLE OR FRYING OIL!
Carrier butters like ( shea,coconut,cocoa,mango,etc ) DO NOT USE PEANUT BUTTER !
vaseline or petroleum jelly ( do not over use this )
lip balm bases
honey or agave nectar
Falvourings: choose 1-3
essence oils ( orange,pepperment,apple,etc)
extracts ( vanilla,peppermint,almond,etc )
powders ( cocoa powder, vanilla,etc )
I like to use the ratio of 2 parts of base to one part moisturiser and a few drops or blobs of flavorings, I whip this up in a bowl and mix it all together, then I transfer it into a small container ready to scrub my lips.
How to : just like you would use a body scrub, moisten your lips with water and carfully exfoliate it with a dampened towel, apply the scrub and exfoliate, wash off and apply a lip moisturizer.
The toothbrush is your friend : moisten a toothbrush with water ( no toothpaste needed here ;) ) then rub it on your lips carefully until it is smooth.
A quick treatment:
WHIP IT ALL UP
your lips will love you if you put :
honey or agave nectar
lemon juice
citrus juice
vaseline/ petroleum jelly
carrier oils ( coconut, walnut,etc )
lip balms / lotions / butters
carrier butters ( cocoa, shea, mango ,etc )
cucumber juice
I like to make a combination of these and leave it on my lips for 5-15 minutes, and not touching it.
honey + carrier oil + lemon or citrus juice = the healing treatment
vaseline/petroleum jelly + cucumber juice + carrier butter = bliss of smoothness
agave nectar + lip lotions/butters/balms+citrus juice = daily treatment
I usually use these stuff 1-2 a week , and lip scrubs 3-5 times a week to get good lips again.
concurring things :
DO NOT PEEL YOUR LIPS
DO NOT PICK ON THEM
DO NOT LICK THEM
try to drink water daily to get better lips because dry and chapped lips can be a sign of dehydration.
I use and avoid these products that may help you.
USE :
Carmex balm
Aquaphor lip ointment ( HIGLY RECCOMENDED )
blistex lip medex or blistex origianal
chapstick origianal
co bigelow rose salve
vaseline
EOS lip balm ( mint )
burt's bees revitializing
cliniqe superbalm treatment
palmers cocoa butter formula ( ultra moisturizing )
nyakio oil infused lip balm
vaseline lip therapy line
lush mint julep lip scrub
and last but not least khei's #1 lip balm
avoid using / doing :
lip stick
chemical based lip products
waxy lip products
lip gloss/shine
skipping drinking water
licking your lips
picking on your lips
drinking acidic drinks
Alcohol based lip products ( dries them out )
menthol,camphor,phenol and related products for your lips
silicone based lip products
fragrance based lip products
I hope this guide helped you concur your holiday chapped lips. ENJOY!
PLEASE COMMENT, SUGGEST, AND MORE
COPYRIGHT AND PRIVACY TO ME PLEASE ( FOR MORE INFO CLICK MY PREVIOUS LASSI POST WHERE I TALKED ABOUT MY BLOGGING STUFF AND REQUESTS.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS !!,
Ms.Spice
The average treatment is just lip balm or chap stick on your lips, this can take a long time to heal ( really I have gone trough it ), if not Vaseline which can also take a long time to heal. Every fall and winter time I stock up on these lip products that I recommend, also I make tons of diys to help my chapped dry lips be painless and heal faster.
Lips need the treatment too you know just like skin and hair ! You need to exfoliate your lips, care for the and also you need to moisturize them !
I came up with these three solutions including 2 money saving DIY's and one recommendation. HOPE YA ENJOY !
First solution : Lip scrub , yes it can be expensive in stores like LUSH so create a base, flavoring and whip it up all together !
base : choose 1-2
Granulated sugar
brown sugar
palm sugar/coconut sugar
Rock salt
fine table salt
Moisturizers : choose 1-2
carrier oils like ( almond,coconut,jojoba,olive,etc) DO NOT USE VEGETABLE OR FRYING OIL!
Carrier butters like ( shea,coconut,cocoa,mango,etc ) DO NOT USE PEANUT BUTTER !
vaseline or petroleum jelly ( do not over use this )
lip balm bases
honey or agave nectar
Falvourings: choose 1-3
essence oils ( orange,pepperment,apple,etc)
extracts ( vanilla,peppermint,almond,etc )
powders ( cocoa powder, vanilla,etc )
I like to use the ratio of 2 parts of base to one part moisturiser and a few drops or blobs of flavorings, I whip this up in a bowl and mix it all together, then I transfer it into a small container ready to scrub my lips.
How to : just like you would use a body scrub, moisten your lips with water and carfully exfoliate it with a dampened towel, apply the scrub and exfoliate, wash off and apply a lip moisturizer.
The toothbrush is your friend : moisten a toothbrush with water ( no toothpaste needed here ;) ) then rub it on your lips carefully until it is smooth.
A quick treatment:
WHIP IT ALL UP
your lips will love you if you put :
honey or agave nectar
lemon juice
citrus juice
vaseline/ petroleum jelly
carrier oils ( coconut, walnut,etc )
lip balms / lotions / butters
carrier butters ( cocoa, shea, mango ,etc )
cucumber juice
I like to make a combination of these and leave it on my lips for 5-15 minutes, and not touching it.
honey + carrier oil + lemon or citrus juice = the healing treatment
vaseline/petroleum jelly + cucumber juice + carrier butter = bliss of smoothness
agave nectar + lip lotions/butters/balms+citrus juice = daily treatment
I usually use these stuff 1-2 a week , and lip scrubs 3-5 times a week to get good lips again.
concurring things :
DO NOT PEEL YOUR LIPS
DO NOT PICK ON THEM
DO NOT LICK THEM
try to drink water daily to get better lips because dry and chapped lips can be a sign of dehydration.
I use and avoid these products that may help you.
USE :
Carmex balm
Aquaphor lip ointment ( HIGLY RECCOMENDED )
blistex lip medex or blistex origianal
chapstick origianal
co bigelow rose salve
vaseline
EOS lip balm ( mint )
burt's bees revitializing
cliniqe superbalm treatment
palmers cocoa butter formula ( ultra moisturizing )
nyakio oil infused lip balm
vaseline lip therapy line
lush mint julep lip scrub
and last but not least khei's #1 lip balm
avoid using / doing :
lip stick
chemical based lip products
waxy lip products
lip gloss/shine
skipping drinking water
licking your lips
picking on your lips
drinking acidic drinks
Alcohol based lip products ( dries them out )
menthol,camphor,phenol and related products for your lips
silicone based lip products
fragrance based lip products
I hope this guide helped you concur your holiday chapped lips. ENJOY!
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS !!,
Ms.Spice
Sunday, November 9, 2014
Spiced fusion mango lassi and blog talk
I would not necessarily call this a traditional Indian lassi that I would get at my local Indian market or cafe. It is different than the usual because it is mixed with a little bit of fusion cuisines and tastes. It has some Indian tastes, using the Punjabi type style coming along with British Indian tastes, an American milkshake texture, a cross between a smoothie and of course it is fall so I needed to spice it up with some flavor. It is pronounced LUH-SEE, as one of my Indian teacher's said so I came up with this idea to do it.
I paired it up beautifully in a plastic mason jar I purchased it target to make it look nice. Taste wise I would rate it four point five out of five stars, that is because it is hard to find Indian ingredients here where I live. It starts of with the spice kick up the straw, that is the first thing you taste then the soft sense of mango hits you in the face with that creamy obey gooey texture. In fact it is so good I am sipping on it right now.
I also made this recipe a vegan option, this is a healthier version of the original lassi and this one is lower in calories a swell, it can also be packed with protein.
So here it is, hope you all enjoy !
Spiced fusion mango lassi
Ingredients
For the base :
1 medum sized mango peeled and sliced into small peices or one small box of sliced mangoes from the store
1-3 tbs of full fat cows milk or soymilk ( I used soymilk to make it healthier )
about 1/8 of a cup of indian style yogurt or full fat greek thick yogurt
crushed ice cubes, I used about 1/2 of a cup
100 to 200 ml of pure water
For the flavorings
Pure 100% vanilla extract
a few pinches of Coarse sea salt ( I used himalayan )
as much honey or agave nectar as you would like, I used a lot ( you can use white caster sugar if you wanted to )
Spices :
I used cinnamon, nutmeg and pumpkin spice
other spices I reccomend :
all spice
star anise
ginger powder
cardamom powder
and other sweet spice powders
Equipment :
measuring spoons
measuring pyrex pint
serving glass
blender
bowl ( optional, to put any of your ingredients in there.
Steps :
1 ) if you haven't so chop and slice the mangoes
2 ) add in all of the base ingredients into the blender and blend for 30 seconds or until smooth ( I used a nutri bullet, so it was not that time consuming )
2) after blending give it a good mix and add in your spices, blend for another 10 seconds
3) mix and add in your flavorings, blend for another 10-20 seconds. It should be silky smooth
4) pour into a serving glass and garnish with some mint and extra spice powder on the top.
ENJOY !!
Information :
serves : 1-2 people ( in small glasses ) , or 1 person ( in a big glass )
prep and blending time : 3-5 minutes, total time : 6 minutes
Thanks for supporting me PLEASE COMMENT !!!
sincerely ,
BeachBabe
BLOG TALK :
Hey all !!,
I have just started my blog recently andI am just saying that I am not a PRO AT BLOGGER ! , I tried to insert pic's from my i-pad to my blog on the device, although when I check it on my computer ( windows software ) it does not pop up. I need some help with blogger please. Comment down below for some information
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Commetary talk :
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Thanks for understanding,
Ms.Spice
I paired it up beautifully in a plastic mason jar I purchased it target to make it look nice. Taste wise I would rate it four point five out of five stars, that is because it is hard to find Indian ingredients here where I live. It starts of with the spice kick up the straw, that is the first thing you taste then the soft sense of mango hits you in the face with that creamy obey gooey texture. In fact it is so good I am sipping on it right now.
So here it is, hope you all enjoy !
Spiced fusion mango lassi
Ingredients
For the base :
1 medum sized mango peeled and sliced into small peices or one small box of sliced mangoes from the store
1-3 tbs of full fat cows milk or soymilk ( I used soymilk to make it healthier )
about 1/8 of a cup of indian style yogurt or full fat greek thick yogurt
crushed ice cubes, I used about 1/2 of a cup
100 to 200 ml of pure water
For the flavorings
Pure 100% vanilla extract
a few pinches of Coarse sea salt ( I used himalayan )
as much honey or agave nectar as you would like, I used a lot ( you can use white caster sugar if you wanted to )
Spices :
I used cinnamon, nutmeg and pumpkin spice
other spices I reccomend :
all spice
star anise
ginger powder
cardamom powder
and other sweet spice powders
Equipment :
measuring spoons
measuring pyrex pint
serving glass
blender
bowl ( optional, to put any of your ingredients in there.
Steps :
1 ) if you haven't so chop and slice the mangoes
2 ) add in all of the base ingredients into the blender and blend for 30 seconds or until smooth ( I used a nutri bullet, so it was not that time consuming )
2) after blending give it a good mix and add in your spices, blend for another 10 seconds
3) mix and add in your flavorings, blend for another 10-20 seconds. It should be silky smooth
4) pour into a serving glass and garnish with some mint and extra spice powder on the top.
ENJOY !!
Information :
serves : 1-2 people ( in small glasses ) , or 1 person ( in a big glass )
prep and blending time : 3-5 minutes, total time : 6 minutes
Thanks for supporting me PLEASE COMMENT !!!
sincerely ,
BeachBabe
BLOG TALK :
Hey all !!,
I have just started my blog recently andI am just saying that I am not a PRO AT BLOGGER ! , I tried to insert pic's from my i-pad to my blog on the device, although when I check it on my computer ( windows software ) it does not pop up. I need some help with blogger please. Comment down below for some information
I am really interested with this blog stuff, if you have any SUGGESTIONS,REQUESTS or OTHER COMMENTS, please comment down below and tell me !!
Copy right my words and blog : I would just like to notify that all of my writing pieces are original and my own words, please COPYRIGHT for me and my work, if you would like to use it or print it in anyway you need to ask my permission first in the comments. I also would like PRIVACY to myself.
Commetary talk :
cyberbullying is painful and can be horrid, for all of us on the internet and myself I would like to request that you guys only comment positive comments and requests, also please privacy. I do not like cyberbullying.
Thanks for understanding,
Ms.Spice
Quick 2 minute fall drink ( best for bedtime )
This is my absolute favorite drink for an all year-round bedtime drink , which I think is suitable for fall that is.
When I was little my mom always told me to drink a cuppa milk before I went to sleep for sweet dreams and a lovely evening. I never did like plain milk since I was little ( unless it is with cereal or something of course ), so I drank it all up with sugar which of course again UNHEALTHY :(
I came up with this concoction late September because fall was coming up. I did not want to run into Starbucks everyday to grab a pumpkin spice latte before bed, So I just randomly came up with this with all the stuff from m y fridge and pantry.
Here it is I guess it is called " Spiced Bedtime milk " and It is healthier ( white sugar free ), I also came up with a vegan offer.
Ingredients ( for one small mug )
1/4 to 1/2 cup of full fat cows milk ( organic ) / vegan option vanilla soy milk
A few drops of pure vanilla extract
1 ts of raw honey / vegan option agave nectar or maple syrup
A dash of cinnamon powder spice
A pinch of star anise powder and nutmeg powder spice
A dash of Pumpkin spice mix
Palm/ Coconut sugar ( optional )
toppings:
Whipped cream
Dairy free chocolate chips
Cinnamon powder spice
Steps
1 ) pour all the milk into the mug, followed by all the dry spices, honey, and palm sugar. Mix well
2) Microwave for 30 seconds or until lightly warm, take it out with a towel slowly out of the microwave.
3) add in the vanilla and microwave for another 10 seconds or until warm and toasty.
4) take your mug out and finish it off with whipped cream, a dash of cinnamon powder and some dairy free chocolate chips ( optional )
ENJOY !!!
tips
Want it during summer or on a hot day ? top off with ice cubes and shake in a cocktail shaker or air tight water bottle to create a cold effect
Add different stuff in there I tried salted caramel syrup, vanilla syrup, and other things.
Use it to make your nightly/morning coffer or tea shine !
Ideal for campouts and sleepovers , it pairs great with smores and cookies !
Notes :
I usually get my vegan products at whole foods or trader joe's as there is a wider variety
I love to top it with this combo : whipped cream + crumbled choco chip cookies + chocolate syrup
As I said before best suitable for bedtime as a warming joyful drink !
I hoped you guys enjoy this recipe that is very simple and easy to make, It only takes me around 2 minutes.
Please comment down below, request for some things !!
Next recipe : Mango Spiced lassi
Share this blog and make your lives happier !!
Sincerely ,
Ms.Spice
Intro to my blog channel !
Hello world :) !,
🍰 I am one of many happy little people around the world who has a taste for creativity.
I do have various passions I guess as I am a dancer, a chef ( I mean I would count myself as one ) , an artist ( I guess ) and I love to do a bunch of other stuff that are just fun.
I have traveled all over the world from pairs to New York to London and back where I learnt all of the delicious different cuisines and of course, enjoyed all of them :).
I always wanted a blog so badly just so I could just write freely, and make people's lives ( and myself of course) happier sometimes.
I love art called " zentange " ( just look it up, it'll be interesting. Because I am mainly good in designing material and stuff.
💛 💙 💜 💚🎨🎵 🎶🎭 🏫📃🌹
I learnt how to cook an egg at the young age of four years old, and now is cooking complex foods at home ( even though I will share simple recipes ), and I just love everythin' about food and just the kitchen.
🍷 🍴 🍕 🍘 🍜 🍲🍦🍉 🍓 🍌🍍
I am a dancer who is currently taking classes for ballet and jazz ( my main focus ) , loves to practice lyrical and contemporary and absolutely falls in love with pointe classes.
This is basically my fun life I guess, and I decided to share it with you guys all over the world.
I think that on this blog it will be featuring mainly cooking/baking recipes ( or stuff to do in the kitchen ) that is simple ( maybe , not sure ), sometimes beauty stuff ( maybe mostly DIY's ) , and other cool stuff ( obviously has to do with lifestyle ).
I guess that I will start posting during weekends ( depending on my schedule ), although some apologies since sometimes I can be too busy.
" Life always has a spike of spice in it, it makes it beautiful because you always will have a spice in your life " - Ms.Spice
Hope everyone will enjoy !
sincerely,
Ms.Spice
🍰 I am one of many happy little people around the world who has a taste for creativity.
I do have various passions I guess as I am a dancer, a chef ( I mean I would count myself as one ) , an artist ( I guess ) and I love to do a bunch of other stuff that are just fun.
I have traveled all over the world from pairs to New York to London and back where I learnt all of the delicious different cuisines and of course, enjoyed all of them :).
I always wanted a blog so badly just so I could just write freely, and make people's lives ( and myself of course) happier sometimes.
I love art called " zentange " ( just look it up, it'll be interesting. Because I am mainly good in designing material and stuff.
💛 💙 💜 💚🎨🎵 🎶🎭 🏫📃🌹
I learnt how to cook an egg at the young age of four years old, and now is cooking complex foods at home ( even though I will share simple recipes ), and I just love everythin' about food and just the kitchen.
🍷 🍴 🍕 🍘 🍜 🍲🍦🍉 🍓 🍌🍍
I am a dancer who is currently taking classes for ballet and jazz ( my main focus ) , loves to practice lyrical and contemporary and absolutely falls in love with pointe classes.
This is basically my fun life I guess, and I decided to share it with you guys all over the world.
I think that on this blog it will be featuring mainly cooking/baking recipes ( or stuff to do in the kitchen ) that is simple ( maybe , not sure ), sometimes beauty stuff ( maybe mostly DIY's ) , and other cool stuff ( obviously has to do with lifestyle ).
I guess that I will start posting during weekends ( depending on my schedule ), although some apologies since sometimes I can be too busy.
" Life always has a spike of spice in it, it makes it beautiful because you always will have a spice in your life " - Ms.Spice
Hope everyone will enjoy !
sincerely,
Ms.Spice
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