Author: Benjamin Étoile
A peppermint mocha is probably the holiday drink I have the most nostalgia for. To me, this is the beverage I sip as I drive around town and finish up my holiday shopping. This annual ritual feels like living in a cozy Nancy Meyers’ movie to me. And while, sure, you could absolutely make this drink daily, I tend to reserve it for special moments, which is probably why my peppermint mocha recipe tends to be more on the decadent side. While a classic mocha tends to me more espresso-forward (when I make it) and flavored with chocolate, the gloves…
With a little know-how, you can satisfy your desire for traditional holiday food favorites and still enjoy a guilt-free holiday feast. After all, being stuffed is a good idea only if you are a turkey! Five Holiday Survival Tips Get Active: Create a calorie deficit by exercising to burn off extra calories before you ever indulge in your favorite foods. Eat less and exercise more is the winning formula to prevent weight gain during the holidays. Eat Breakfast: While you might think it makes sense to save up calories for the big meal, experts say eating a small meal…
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‘Tis the season for bustling guest suites and lively dinner parties! We’re rounding up our best ideas for getting your home holiday-ready — from entertainment essentials and practical tips to thoughtful touches that make every guest feel right at home. Read on to learn more and shop some of our hosting must-haves. Welcome guests with a candle on the nightstand (include matches to light), and a handwritten note. Our pick?! Try one of our Essentials Candles for a crowd-pleasing scent sure to get your guests in the cozy spirit. Don’t forget the practical needs…
Oyster stuffing is a classic dish on any Northeaster’s Thanksgiving table. Contrary to popular belief, oyster stuffing shouldn’t taste fishy or like oysters. If done correctly, it is the perfect combination of tender shellfish, savory herbs, and buttery breadcrumbs. It makes for an elevated Thanksgiving stuffing that is easy to cook and will bring a coastal twist to your Thanksgiving dinner. However, as those who have eaten them know, bad oysters can easily ruin a delicious dish. How to Choose the Right Oysters Oysters are all about getting the best flavor and texture, as the wrong flavor or texture can…
Major hurricane Melissa has intensified further to sustained winds of 185 mph and its minimum central pressure has now deepened to 892mb, which with the storm’s eye now well into the parametric boxes of Jamaica’s $150 million IBRD CAR Jamaica 2024 catastrophe bond suggests a 100% payout of principal is likely.Melissa is now close enough to Jamaica’s shoreline to say that it has passed into the parametric box arrangement for the World Bank facilitated catastrophe bond. Landfall is anticipated very soon and for Jamaica’s population a dangerous few hours will ensue as the strongest winds rake the island in the…
This is a function of quantity and quality and you are meant to wake up feeling refreshed. For 90% of the population that means 7-9 hours sleep each night and breathing well while you are asleep. It’s normal to take 10 to 20 minutes to fall asleep after lights-out. If you’re dropping off within five minutes or find yourself falling asleep during the day, you’re likely not getting enough sleep. But if you’re still tossing and turning after 20 to 30 minutes, get up. Go read a book or listen to relaxing music until you feel sleepy, then return to…
While the insurance-linked securities (ILS) space continues to expand into longer tailed and casualty lines, Leadenhall Capital Partners LLP is taking a cautious stance, with CEO Luca Albertini highlighting the challenges such risk transfers can pose for the capital markets.In recent years, the ILS industry has significantly expanded into long-tail risk categories, such as casualty, fueled by investor demand for diversification and new sources of stable returns. During a recent interview with Artemis, Albertini outlined why Leadenhall remains cautious about this expansion. “We remain cautious about the expansion of the ILS market into longer tailed lines such as casualty. While…
WASHINGTON, Oct. 28, 2025 – Today, Allstate and the Aspen Institute launched the Trust in Practice Awards to strengthen community relationships and build trust throughout America. Allstate has committed up to $5 million in grants for community organizations that support civic engagement, volunteering, and bridging differences with intergenerational participants. Tom Wilson, Allstate Chair, President and CEO“The decline in trust must be reversed as it undermines democracy, increases anxiety and reduces personal freedom. The Trust in Practice Awards will help in this effort by strengthening relationships in communities and celebrating the success of authentic trust. This will enable innovative community leaders to help…