Stuart Life

Designer Dossier: Alexis Bittar Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Thu, 2015-01-29 09:11 Q: When did you first realize you had a fascination with antique jewelry? I realized that I had a love for antique jewelry when I was probably, I want to say, 8 or 9 years old. There was an antique jeweler in Maine, her name was Mrs. Ivers, she had cotton blue candy hair, and she was an old-school Mainer. She was an antique collector/dealer and she gave me my first piece of jewelry, which was a wedding band, weirdly enough. Q: What was the moment when you realized you wanted to be a jewelry designer?Read more about Designer Dossier: Alexis Bittar

Date looks and unique Valentine’s Day gifts.

No more junk food in schools Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Thu, 2015-01-29 09:06 When did the nutrition standards go into effect? And what’s the gist of the changes? The nutrition standards went into effect on Nov. 1, and removed a lot of the less healthy foods from vending machines, snack bars and stores in the schools. The new rules aim to cut calories, fats and sugars from the snacks available to children, due to increasing rates of childhood obesity. Food items on campus are now healthier. Tell us about the nutritional standards that vending machines and other venues must comply with.Read more about No more junk food in schools

Quinoa Salad Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Thu, 2015-01-29 09:06 Ingredients: 12 oz black quinoa 8 oz butternut squash 5 oz golden raisins 8 oz dry cranberries 3 oz olive oil 2 oz white balsamic 1/2 tablespoon salt 1/2 tablespoon ground black pepper 1 tablespoon of bay leaves 1.25 lbs of edamame Directions: 1. In a large pan, cook the black quinoa with water and bay leaves for 45 minutes. 2. Drain well. Let the quinoa cool. 3. Dice the butternut squash. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and cool with ice.Read more about Quinoa Salad

There are plenty of fad diets and trends to staying in shape, but being healthy doesn’t have to be so difficult. Here are five simple tips to living a long, healthy life.

equestrian - inspired style on the treasure coast

Food and fashion have always been the perfect pair. This spring, make sure you’re wearing the right colors and silhouettes using this brunch color breakdown as a guide.

Designer Dossier Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-12-29 09:31 Q: Who are your influences? A: I love Madeleine Vionnet. I love the architecture of her work. I also like Halston [the original brand]. [The clothes are] modern, chic, effortless. Q: What was your thought process when designing the spring/summer collection? A: The whole collection, I came up with it in three weeks. I had to hit the ground running. The idea with the collection is to mix and match. You shouldn’t wear head-to-toe one designer. I like to design pieces that could make sense with other pieces.Read more about Designer Dossier

Running a marathon in the South Florida heat can be a really tricky challenge. Here are some of the best tips for what to wear to keep you looking and feeling cool during race day.

Race day tips Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-12-29 09:20 Start slow. Conserving energy is critical in distance running. If there are a lot of runners, be patient. You’ll need the extra energy for later on in the race. Maintain a steady pace. Don’t run too fast or you’ll run out of steam. Find a pace that’s comfortable for you so that you don’t cramp or fatigue. Drink plenty of fluids. Before, during and after the race make sure you consume at least six to eight ounces of water or a sports drink every 15 to 20 minutes to stay hydrated and keep your body cool, especially when running in hot weather.Read more about Race day tips

Eating your green vegetables and the right amount of fruits has always been important to stay healthy, but registered dietitian Ryann Smith-Dannemann suggests spicing up your palate for flavor and health benefits

Turmeric Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-12-29 09:20 Prep Time 30 minutes Total Time 30 minutes Servings 5 Ingredients: 1 pound chicken 1 large head broccoli 1 onion 5 cloves garlic 2 inches ginger 1 heaping tablespoon turmeric 1 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 2 tablespoons butter 1 lemon Directions: 1. Slice the onions and the chicken into strips. Cut the broccoli into bite-size chunks. 2. Mince the garlic and ginger together into a chunky paste.Read more about Turmeric Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

Auction King Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-12-29 06:15 Some days, auctioneer John McInnis is appraising and selling a small coin collection, personal antiques or fine jewelry. Other days, he’s organizing a major sale of John F. Kennedy’s personal items, including a bomber jacket that sold for $655,550. And other days, he’s auctioning off fragments of a historic battle flag that is now on display at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C.Read more about Auction King

Centennial Mayor, The Toledo, Ohio, native first moved to Florida in 1994, and relocated to Stuart in 1995.

For entrepreneur Craig Danzig, there were PET/CT scans before Porsches, medical films before Ferraris and medical billing before Bugattis.

Family Ties Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-11-24 04:06 The library’s literature selection beckons bookworms to comfy chairs – until the adjacent ice cream parlor poses too many tasty temptations. Then the living room, with its 30-foot-high ceiling and arched windows, entices with a snuggly couch, fireplace and grand piano. Grand Oaks of Jensen Beach resembles – with all the amenities – an upscale resort. Instead, it’s the latest luxury-assisted living facility from the founders of Visiting Nurse Association of Florida.Read more about Family Ties

Gala season has arrived. Dazzle in silver and gold from head to toe with these 10 style finds.

For those with longer legs, and a shorter torso, try pairing an A-line midi with a cropped top and a jacket.

No one is too short to pull off the midi-skirt trend. If height is the issue, try a midi-pencil skirt with a vertical pattern for a body-lengthening look.

For a curvier figure, try this flattering midi-circle skirt and pair it with fun, colorful accessories.