by Nyssa P. Chopra | Jul 30, 2014 | Best of... Food+Drink, Destinations, Eat Well, Food + Drink Guides, North America, Orange County, Travel Well, United States
are sitting fresh, hot, and pretty for you at M&M Donuts, a little gem nestled in Anaheim, moments away from Disneyland. The donuts are temples of calories, but it’s ok to reward yourself every now and then. And when the dessert tastes THIS good, it makes it...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Jul 15, 2014 | Destinations, Luxury Hotel Reviews, North America, Seattle, Travel Well, United States, Washington
Luxury boutique hotels really have the power to charm and enchant, as they’re intended to provide a more intimate and personalized experience than luxury chains. But the problem is that it’s usually a hit or miss. Some have literally gone above and beyond what you...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Jul 14, 2014 | Destinations, Eat Well, Food + Drink Guides, Health + Wellness, North America, Travel Well, United States
In recent years, Los Angeles has experienced a juice revolution in that juice bars offering freshly pressed veggie and fruit concoctions are springing up like ninjas all over the city. Whether you like the taste or you’re simply drinking for your health, there’s no...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Jul 12, 2014 | Destinations, Luxury Hotel Reviews, North America, Travel Well, United States
At the end of June, I visited Kauai, Hawaii for a few days. I spent four days and 3 nights, staying at a different property every night to ensure I got a proper taste of some of the best properties on the Island. For my first night, I stayed at the Kauai Marriott...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Jul 9, 2014 | Destinations, Luxury Hotel Reviews, North America, Travel Well, United States
I have a soft spot for Mandarin Oriental properties. Staying true to its Asian aesthetic and oriental sensibilities, Mandarin Oriental always manages to enchant, intrigue, and satisfy my senses. For my birthday week, I chose to stay at the Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Jul 2, 2014 | Destinations, North America, Travel Well, United States
I’m not the kind of flyer that throws style out the window for the sake of comfort; I prefer to marry the two and create my own effortlessly chic flying style. While this means no sweatpants or sneakers for me, it also means that I prefer to pay more for that...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Jun 24, 2014 | Destinations, North America, Travel Well, United States
While I was in Atlanta last week, I was invited to attend the pre-opening of the National Center for Civil and Human Rights. If you know me or have been following me on here for awhile, you’ll know that I have a background in international development and human...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Jun 19, 2014 | Travel Well
28 going on 29 I turn 29 years old tomorrow (June 20). The last 365 days, since I wrote an open letter to my 18-year-old self, have been immensely eventful — so many changes, developments, and travels, oh my. Birthdays have always been important to me. When I...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Jun 12, 2014 | Eat Well, Health + Wellness, Live Well
All fats are equally high in calories, so consume sparingly, even the “good” kinds. 1g fat = 9 calories | Nutrition. Fitness. Wellness. | www.iheartmd.com iHeartMD Healthstyle (Healthy + Lifestyle) Tip #11
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Jun 4, 2014 | Eat Well, Health + Wellness, Live Well
Not all fats are bad, but avoid all trans fat. Opt for monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats such as avocados and nuts. | Nutrition. Fitness. Wellness. | www.iheartmd.com iHeartMD Healthstyle (Healthy + Lifestyle) Tip #10
by Nyssa P. Chopra | May 29, 2014 | Eat Well, Health + Wellness, Live Well
Enhance foods with spices instead of sugar or salt; try ginger, cinnamon, or nutmeg. | Nutrition. Fitness. Wellness. | www.iheartmd.com iHeartMD Healthstyle (Healthy + Lifestyle) Tip #9
by Nyssa P. Chopra | May 22, 2014 | Eat Well, Health + Wellness, Live Well
When looking for comfort foods, stick to fiber- and folate-rich soups such as lentils and veggies. | Nutrition. Fitness. Wellness. | www.iheartmd.com iHeartMD Healthstyle (Healthy + Lifestyle) Tip #8