Baked Avocado Egg
Samantha Sidari2016-04-13T15:58:07-04:00This breakfast was very satisfying and super easy. I was able to get it in the oven while I went about my busy morning with the kids! Preheat the oven to 425. Halve one
“Silence isn’t empty, it’s full of answers.”
Samantha Sidari2017-05-15T12:20:20-04:00"Silence isn't empty, it's full of answers." Unknown I recently took a yoga class and although the space was serene and I felt focused and was looking forward to
Food Focus: Yin/Yang Eating
Samantha Sidari2017-05-15T12:20:21-04:00Finding balance does not begin and end on our yoga mat. What we choose to eat (and how it is prepared) has a tremendous impact on our general health along with our mood. Inherently, our
Asana Pose Breakdown: Uttanasana at the wall
Samantha Sidari2017-05-15T12:20:21-04:00Uttanasana, or standing forward fold is a wonderful calming pose. Forward bends help to slow everything down. They lower blood pressure, stretch the back body along with the hamstrings and glutes. This particular variation is
Asana Pose Breakdown: Visvamitrasana (Pose dedicated to the sage Visvamitra)
Samantha Sidari2016-03-22T13:43:43-04:00Visvamitrasana is meant to be a peak pose of your practice, so make sure you are fully warmed up before attempting this pose. Pay particular attention to opening the hips, hamstrings and the sides of
One-Pan Orecchiette with Chickpeas and Olives
Samantha Sidari2017-05-15T12:20:21-04:00This dish is super easy to make as everything cooks in one pan. Spice it up more if you'd like by using spicy tomato paste instead. Ingredients: 12 ounces orecchiette 1 can (15.5 ounces) chickpeas,
White Bean Dip with Pita Chips
Samantha Sidari2016-03-14T13:52:59-04:00Don't skimp on making the homemade chips- they are well worth it! Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Yield: 6 servings Ingredients: 1 (15oz) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 2 cloves garlic
Cantaloupe, Red Onion and Walnut Salad
Samantha Sidari2017-05-15T12:20:21-04:00Orange Vinaigrette 1/4 cup fresh orange juice 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 1/2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper Combine the orange juice,
Anantasana (Vishnu’s couch pose)
Samantha Sidari2017-05-15T12:20:21-04:00This asana is more challenging than it looks. Besides the hamstring and hip flexibility needed, your core gets a surprising workout as it requires much effort to stay stable in this pose. Give it a
Relaxation Response
Samantha Sidari2017-05-15T12:20:21-04:00In thinking of what to write about, I kept coming back to the idea of how busy life is for many of us. If you have a regular yoga practice, you probably have noticed the