Cherry Poppins crowned Miss’d America 2026
Cherry Poppins of New York City was crowned Miss’d America 2026 on Saturday, Sept. 6, at Caesars Atlantic City. Poppins, whose given name is Michael Samhat, placed as second runner-up in last year’s competition before claiming the top title this year. She received...
The amazing wines of Northern Spain
Drink Up! The wines of the Iberian Peninsula – Spain and Portugal – are among my favorites. In fact, these are arguably some of the best wines in the world! So please, pour a glass and allow me to introduce you to the wines of the Basque Country, Navarra, and Castilla...
Falling back into your routine: A fresh start for fall
Ahhh, fall. The air is crisp, the pumpkin spice is flowing and the kids are officially back in school. Which means … you finally have a second to breathe, right? Summer was full of beach days, barbecues and late nights — fun, yes, but let’s be honest: routines usually...









