Like the nucleus of a cell, the kitchen is the heart of a house. Everything happens in the kitchen and one could even say life itself happens here too. Birthday celebrations, romantic at home dates, and more. In this pandemic, I’ve been spending almost 85% of my time in the kitchen: experimenting with new recipes,…
Read MoreThe team over at Chillhouse has been going non-stop since the launch of their Chill Tips back in 2020 – with two collections in the books and tons of cult-classic Chill Merch under their wings, it was only a matter of time before they dove into their own formulated products. Since oils are a staple…
Read MoreAs you may or may not know, The Chill Times is the sister site to Chillhouse, a modern destination in New York City for all things self care, including wellness lattes, massage, and nail art (just to name a few!). Nail art is truly the bread and butter of the entire establishment, so it’s safe…
Read MoreNothing, and I really do mean nothing, relaxes me like my Gua Sha. This stone tool is small, slim, and feels just as good, if not better, than its cousin the crystal roller. Just a few minutes with this little gadget and the tension in my face melts away, relieving the clench in my jaw, the…
Read MoreWhile I’m a stickler for taking the time to mask multiple times a week (it’s for mental health, too), sometimes a girl just wants to be straight-up pampered. However, unlike those enviable few who can spend a fortune on every chemical peel and LED facial on the market, I like to time my treatments just…
Read MoreMoving apartments, rearranging furniture, and/or designing from scratch can be a messy experience — literally and figuratively. It is however some of the ways to make home feel like home, especially when having to stare at its walls for what seems like 24/7. Writer and interior stylist, Dominique Gebru, knows how to make a small…
Read MoreI wasn’t allowed to be a Boy Scout. I lacked certain, uh, “elements” that forbade me to join in their adventures into the wilderness and what not. That didn’t stop my parents from continuously reminding me of the Boy Scouts of America’s motto, “Be Prepared.” Even though I would roll my eyes in contempt, I…
Read MoreFolks, we are knee deep in the winter weather months. The magic of the holiday season has left us with snow and sludge instead of snow, sludge, AND holiday cheer. Our minds are wandering at our desks, during walks to and from work, wondering if the uncontrollable tears from the below zero wind chill are…
Read MoreWith winter comes a few givens: pouring yourself more than a few cups of “cheer,” wearing uggs—aka foot clouds—out in public, and hoping politics doesn’t become the topic of discussion when your family, extended or otherwise, gathers under one roof. For me, it means my already sensitive skin refuses to cooperate and, in turn, becomes…
Read MoreWhile the start of a new year can provide tons of liberation and inspiration, it can be easy to fall prey to the pressure of keeping your number one resolution, which for most, is a combination of working out and dieting. Self-care is all the rage these days, but it’s crucial to remember that your…
Read MoreBras are special, from the support they provide to that empowering feeling they give upon putting one on. If taken care of well, bras can last a good number of years. However, with daily wear and tear, the shelf life they were once promised can be shortened drastically when thrown in the washer-dryer, especially with…
Read MoreWhen winter comes around, all I can think about is hot drinks and tons of hearty soups and stews. Something about the cold weather makes me want to feel as warm inside as I wish I felt outside (dreaming of those Caribbean beaches right about now). One way to map your winter eating patterns is to…
Read MoreIn a perfect world, no one would have to work jobs that make them feel like the life is being sucked out of them. But the truth is, it generally is how life goes. Most people go to school, and then they search endlessly for the perfect job that will carry them financially and lead…
Read MoreYou told yourself that 2019 was going to be the moment for a new fitness journey. But if you are anything like us, January is almost officially over and you are still finding your groove. The city never fails to offer a plethora of cheap/free workout sessions if that’s your style, but as we get deeper…
Read MoreWhy would you stay? If someone hit you, why would you stay? If your partner beat you, harassed you, assaulted you, raped you, why? How could you stay with that person? Why wouldn’t you come forward with your story? Coming of age as a young woman in America, these were questions that crossed my mind…
Read MoreFor the third year in a row, hundreds of thousands of protestors and activists will take to the streets. In a time where our government is failing us, divided by ideals and politics, the participants of the Women’s March must come together to unite as one, setting an example for those elected to power. Regardless…
Read MoreIt happened on the subway, three stops from my apartment, on a Friday night about one month ago. “Shit, I’m actually dying,” I thought to myself as I looked at the floor where I imagined my body would be sprawled at any moment. My chest felt tight, my thoughts were racing, and the car full…
Read MoreNew York City has a bug: that city that never sleeps, best slices of pizza (even as a Chicago native), go anywhere-in-the world subway freedom type of bug. So, when I settled back into my home in Los Angeles after my weekend away in the Big Apple, I wasn’t ready to let go of the…
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