TV Host Michelle Harris shares Recipes for Fun Healthy Mocktails

Michelle Harris is not only a well-known television host, and TASTE AWARDS celebrity presenter, she is also a fantastic expert on food and wellness. Michelle is the creator of Alive & Well, a national TV series promoting the wellness lifestyle. Michelle is a lifestyle guru and is a frequent guest on TV shows, radio shows, magazine interviews, red carpets and live events. Michelle is also the co-founder of Animal Angels, a non-profit advocacy group where celebrities promote pet health and adoptions.

Thanks to the hottest new trend, “mocktails” you can enjoy alcohol free creations that also pack a nutritional punch. Michelle Harris, star in the Alive and Well TV series has added powerful antioxidants like Sambucol Black Elderberry syrup in many of my mocktails to help support a healthy immune system. Using healthy fruit, natural sweeteners along with nutritious add-ons take any drink to the next level.

Here are four of her favorites.

 

1. Hibiscus Raspberry Sambucol Black Elderberry Infused Tea with Mint Blueberry Ice Cubes

The Hibiscus Raspberry Black Elderberry Infused Tea with Mint Blueberry Ice Cubes is great to make by the glass or pitcher. It’s a drink the entire family will enjoy it’s packed with nutrition and fruity goodness.

  1. Pre-freeze ice cubes with blueberries and fresh mint.
  2. Brew hibiscus raspberry tea and allow to cool overnight
  3. Pour over blueberry mint ice cubes
  4. Add 2 tsp black elderberry syrup and enjoy.

 

2. Orange Pomegranate Sambucol Black Elderberry-tini

The Orange, Pomegranate, Sambucol Black Elderberry-tini is a fresh, healthy take on martinis!

  1. Dip rim in sugar or edible gold sugar
  2. Add 1 part pomegranate juice, one-part non-alcoholic orange liquor (I used Lyre)
  3. Pour in shaker with ice, use strainer and pour into glass
  4. Add 2 tsp black elderberry syrup
  5. Serve

 

3. Black Elderberry Vanilla Cream Soda

  1. Add 2 tsp Sambucol Black Elderberry syrup
  2. 1 natural vanilla cream soda
  3. Add 1 small scoop of non-dairy (example: cashew ice cream) ice cream
  4. Top with non-dairy whipped topping for some extra creaminess!
  5. Serve while cold

 

4. Iced Golden Late

An iced golden latte is a delicious alternative to iced coffee for the summer. Using almond or oat milk, cinnamon, ginger and the anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric create a creamy delight. Served over ice in warmer months, this iced golden latte is sure to become a favorite.

  1. Brew and chill a turmeric tea
  2. Add cinnamon and ginger to taste
  3. Mix half tea and half almond or oat milk
  4. Add 1oz alcohol free almond liquor (Lyre’s)
  5. Sweeten to taste
  6. Serve chilled or over ice

For a beautiful touch, garnish or add ice cubes made with fresh fruit, edible flowers or herbs. They look amazing and add an even greater nutritional boost.

 

Andrew Zimmern Accepts the new Andrew Zimmern Taste Award

Andrew Zimmern Accepts the new Andrew Zimmern Taste Award, presented for the 12th Annual TASTE AWARDS.

Often called “The Oscars of Food, Fashion and Lifestyle Media,” the TASTE AWARDS in Hollywood/Beverly Hills are the premier awards celebrating the year’s best in Food, Fashion, Health, Travel, and Lifestyle programs in Film, Television, Online & Streaming Video, Podcasts, Radio and Photography.

The Awards have included appearances by stars, celebrities, producers and executives from networks and platforms such as the Food Network, the Style Network, Bravo, the Cooking Channel, Sony Pictures, DreamWorks, TLC, Discovery, Lifetime, E! Entertainment Television, PBS, APT, Create TV, NBC, ABC, the CW, HGTV, the Travel Channel, HD Net, Hulu, YouTube, Vimeo, Vice, LiveWell Network, Esquire Network, Bio/FYI Channel, iHeart Radio, HBO, MyxTV, Small Screen Network, StyleHaul, PTA, Zagat, Mode Media, WatchMojo, Amazon Prime, Netflix, Lifetime Network, Buzzed, Vox Media, and more.

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What Luxury Celebrity Swag was in the TASTE AWARDS VIP Gift Bags this Year

Every year the TASTE AWARDS event includes a fantastic feature called the VIP & Celebrity Gift Bag, also known as the Swag Bag. Even though the 12th Annual TASTE AWARDS were presented virtually due to the Pandemic, this tradition continued with “bags” becoming “boxes” that were shipped directly to select award winners, honorees, inductees, and nominees.

They included a selection of luxury chocolates and confections, as well as other unique surprises from partners such as Panache Chocolatier, CocoTutti,  Toni’s Toffee, DGZ Chocolates (Toffarazzi), Hazelnut Hill, Mel’s Toffee, Luxx Chocolat, and Regenie’s.

Award winning filmmaker Rob Serrini produced a short and humorous video about what several award winners received in the 12th annual TASTE AWARDS VIP Gift Bag, which was shipped to them directly in that unique year for awards events during the pandemic.

 

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Montegrappa Introduces the David Bowie Blackstar Pen

Montegrappa claims that a pen should reflect the owner’s personality, and their newest addition is one that boasts originality. Their new David Bowie Blackstar pen pays homage to the artist’s iconic career that paved the way for modern day pop culture.

To David Bowie fans, the imagery of a blackstar is more than a design; it’s a symbol of the artist, and his legendary work. The pen strives to pay tribute to the artist by making the design striking, unique, and elegant. It is perfect for both David Bowie fans, and people who collect beautiful stationary. It is a perfect collector item and would look lovely on display.

Montegrappa pens are created with care to maintain the highest quality, and The David Bowie Blackstar is no exception; The price for this luxurious item is €1,995 (about $2415). To better understand the quality of the pen, some of the design aspects include diamond micro-engraving, an owner’s display case, and being handcrafted with black ruthenium/brass.

Key Details:

  • Hand-crafted black ruthenium/brass
  • Diamond micro-engraving
  • Fountain pen (18K) + Rollerball
  • Owner’s display case
  • 801-piece limited edition

This limited edition gift will make a lasting impression for the music-lover in your life, as well as impress anyone who loved the incredible musician.

Review by Kylee Shafer

After Meghan Markle & Prince Harry’s Amazing Oprah Interview It’s time for God Save the Queen

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s interview with Oprah was definitely eye-openining, nay, shocking! It gives a lot more insight into the challenges of marrying royalty, and even more into being a biracial person in the British tabloid spotlight.

Perfect time we might say for this classic little ditty from the Sex Pistols, “God Save the Queen.”

MUSIC VIDEO: Harry Styles – Golden

Harry Styles continue his slow and steady conquest of style and rhythm with this fantastic cool ballad that literally starts him him opening his eyes.

“Golden, Golden, Golden
As I open my eyes
Hold it, focus, hoping
Take me back to the light
I know you were way too bright for me
I’m hopeless, broken
So you wait for me in the sky
Browns my skin just right”

From the album ‘Fine Line’, produced by Fulwell 73.