This cocktail is perfect for a warm summer day, and pretty enough to ensure all eyes are on you poolside, beachside or any side you choose this season.

“Family businesses account for a staggering 50% of the GDP in the U.S., yet only 30% of family businesses will survive into the 2nd Generation and as little as 12% are still viable into the 3rd Generation,” reports the U.S. Small Business Association.

Today’s phone apps help us oversee our finances, our home and work projects, and they even tell us when it’s time to take the mini-van in for scheduled service. Why not have them also assist with your personal well-being? Here are a few options.

A royal decree should revise the old saying to: “Breakfast is the most important meal of the weekday”. Brunch is the feast of the ruling class and these restaurants are capable of building an empire on their interpretations.

Ah, the fashion faux pas. We all have that friend, neighbor, relative or colleague who just can’t seem to get their wardrobe in order.

This beautifully hued martini is sure to make your days and nights that much more colorful with a little extra kick to help jumpstart the social season.

Misunderstood, underappreciated yet completely necessary, gin should be appreciated for what it truly is (and poured correctly), no matter what’s on the menu for your day or night out.

In the countryside of Ireland, step back to another era complete with a gracious manor, leisurely pursuit and a Michelin Star chef ready to whip up an authentic Irish meal that will keep you coming back for more all year round.

What makes a house more than just a simple structure? Well, there’s a lot that goes into it. Read on to discover what exactly imbues our living spaces with that special sense of home we all long for, no matter where we decide to reside.

Meet Bibbitec, a children’s line with a winning solution for keeping your kids clean while saving you money and making Mother Earth smile.

According to Lainie Hansen of Rosemont Academy and The Rosemont Method, finding the right school for a child with learning differences can be a daunting task, but one that’s she’s more than willing to help parents locate.

Finding a good handyman can be both terrifying and exciting. For one, those minor repairs that have popped up are finally going to get fixed, but how do you even find a trustworthy fixer-uper? It’s easier than you might think.

With the holidays fast-approaching, most of us are dreaming of a family vacation. If you’re planning an adventure abroad, make sure to read these tips before purchasing your ticket.

When you’re sick, you probably go to the doctor, but who helps you look after your health when you’re not sick? Seeing a doctor shouldn’t be just for sick visits or annual physicals.

Whether its spaghetti and sauce or ramen and broth, there’s a marriage of flavors and textures that make noodle dishes hard to resist. If loving pasta is wrong and you don’t want to be right…these eateries are for you.

Long gone are the days when Social Security was enough to cover for retirement. In this day and age, we must plan and save for it with time. Here are a couple of tips to guide you in the right direction.

If I look a little winded in the photo to the left, it’s because I was. If you’ve ever been to Machu Picchu, you know the hike up the New World Wonder isn’t easy.

Get in the holiday spirit with this Thanksgiving-inspired smoothie-style concoction sure to get you tipsy and turvy no matter where you decide to gobble down.

A trip to Peru’s Sacred Valley is sure to be a feast for the senses with surprises at every turn and adventures waiting to be had everywhere you go — but the real journey will begin when you get back home.

The key to hosting a successful house party, no matter the size of your abode, is to think outside the box and get as ridiculous and extreme as your creative mind and your budget will allow. Some of these ideas are a bit out there, but imagine as you read through what would happen if you incorporated some (or all) of them into your next party.

As the world becomes all the more global, look to the trending evolution of effective people and products to predict the future of work, home & design…but don’t assume it will be bigger or better…instead, understand it will be more mobile, compact, nimble and agile.

Getting involved with a cause you care about can up your happiness, broaden your skillset and help you find a more meaningful place in the world.

Whether you’ve been naughty or nice this year, you’re probably in need of a stiff drink to help you survive the cool weather, long lines and wishlists that are synonymous with holiday cheer. Make sure to add this tropical twist on a holiday favorite to the menu and you’ll be opening up all your presents with an extra-loud hurrah.

Sour beers are measured by an acidic pH and dry demeanor that shares more in common with champagne than cerveza, but that shouldn’t deter microbrew enthusiasts.

The average fast food combo is prepared with an extraordinary amount of additives — often on par with a high school science fair. We may not all be registered dieticians, but we’ve become more conscious about what we’re putting in our bodies than ever before.

Think it’s too hard to be ecologically responsible? Think again! We break down some of the biggest impacts you can make without breaking your back or the bank.

There’s perhaps no greater gift on Earth than to see a child smile when the spirit of the season yields gifts they never imagined possible. Amigos For Kids is on a mission to make sure as many kids as possible in the community get that experience.

How can you truly enjoy your work and family with no unnecessary pressure, worry or ovewhelm?

There are many reasons to join a sporting club, but being part of a like-minded community is probably the most important.

Thanks to expiration dates, we all know when to toss the old milk, meat and produce. But what about our bedding? When should we wash it and when should we toss it? Here’s a quick guide to follow.

You would be one of those morning people with the capacity to be awake and aware, if it just wasn’t so darn taxing. Perhaps the cure for pre-dawn drag is a hearty breakfast and a hot cup of caffeine-laced energy.

I have a private art collection that nobody has ever seen. It’s not loaded with rare Picassos or Van Gogh sketches, but it’s just as valuable to me.

If you’re a fan of the Puntino brand, get ready for the company’s extensive catering options eager to make your next event one to remember.

Amid all the New Years resolutions and updated goals on your to-do list this year, I want to encourage you to pencil in some time each month to just disconnect from the world and reconnect with yourself.

It’s time to unearth the most unique love affair you will ever experience in this life or the next — and finding the keys to a re-energized, happier heart is easier than you might think.