Meg’s Favorites: Vegan Chocolate

Posted on March 3, 2023March 3, 2023 by Li & Me in NYC

Calling all chocolate lovers! Chocolate is one of my favorite small pleasures and I have been so happy with the vegan options I have found, that even non-vegans will love! Whether you enjoy chocolate by itself, with a glass of wine, on a tasting board, or with fresh berries I have some great options for you to try that you may not have heard of before. Grab some of my selections and host a chocolate tasting for friends, give as gifts, or just to enjoy yourself while curled up with a good book or a new movie. Here we go…. Read more

Florida Getaway

Posted on February 15, 2023February 16, 2023 by Li & Me in NYC

Just call us Snow Birds 😉 Last week my mom, niece, and I spent a long weekend on the gulf of Florida for some much-needed sunshine and R&R. Read more

Positano, Italy

Posted on November 7, 2022November 8, 2022 by Li & Me in NYC

Come along with me as I reminisce on my recent trip to Italy. We fit so much into our time there, including a lot of sightseeing and maybe even more pasta! I promise it’ll help you plan an unforgettable trip with some absolute must-do’s! Read more

Favorite Vegan Ingredients

Posted on June 20, 2022June 20, 2022 by Li & Me in NYC

Vegan cooking is quite fun these days with so many great brands now on the market. It makes it easy and delicious to recreate all my favorite recipes while keeping plant-based. I wanted to share some of my favorite vegan food brands and ingredients with you. Hope it gives you inspiration for your own creations! Read more

Wine Pairings with Castello di Amorosa

Posted on May 2, 2022May 16, 2022 by Li & Me in NYC

Castello di Amorosa is one of my favorite wine makers. I love visiting their authentically-styled 13th century Tuscan castle winery in the Napa Valley (highly suggest going for a tasting experience if you are in the area). Fortunately, if you aren’t planning a trip (or lucky enough to live nearby) you can also enjoy their selections at home!

I just stocked up on some of my favorites so I thought I would share with you how I like to serve them for my guests with some delicious pairings. Read more

C Space

Posted on April 8, 2022April 8, 2022 by Li & Me in NYC

Two years ago I made the decision to go vegan so I’m still discovering a lot about a vegan lifestyle including brands, restaurants and recipes.

I’ve always been a veggie, salad and fruit lover so that part is extremely easy for me. When you think of vegan, people automatically assume you primarily eat salad and veggies but there are so many options available and I love to make sure I am eating a variety of nutrients.

I recently joined C-Space to share my feedback with top brands in the food-focused research community, and earn rewards in the process. This community consists of foodies across the US who will be weighing in on important food topics such as taste, cravability, healthy eating and sustainable food sources. If you’re interested in talking to with others about the flavors of life and sharing your opinions with some of the world’s biggest brands than this community is for you! Members selected to participate in this exclusive community will have the chance to earn monthly Amazon gift codes for sharing their thoughts in research activities! Earn rewards and help inform the future of food at the same time! All participant feedback and opinions are kept confidential. Spots in the community are limited, so if you’re interested please sign up here today: https://cspace.mvk.co/2f2r5 Read more

My Favorite Things: Vegan Snack Edition

Posted on February 21, 2022February 21, 2022 by Li & Me in NYC

You think vegan = boring? Think again! I’ll bet some of my favorite vegan snacks are things you already enjoy, and any you haven’t tried you are sure to love as much as I do. Part of the reason I went vegan was to fuel my body better, but that doesn’t mean I can’t enjoy these tasty, and often nutritious, treats. That’s why I put together this list of my favorite go-to snacks! Read more

The Secret Behind One Of New York’s Fastest Growing Influencers

Posted on January 27, 2022January 27, 2022 by Li & Me in NYC

Megan Linke and her blog have come a long way – in a relatively short amount of time. Her Instagram account Li & Me In NYC gained over 200k followers in 2021 year alone. A remarkable growth, that many try to replicate. READ THE ARTICLE HERE

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

Posted on January 20, 2022January 20, 2022 by Li & Me in NYC

The season of love is upon us! Valentine’s Day to me isn’t just for romantic partners, but an extra opportunity to show our loved ones how much we care, AND to take a little extra care of ourselves. I have put together a curated list of products I use and love, as well as some incredible experience gifts to give you some unique ideas. Happy Gifting! Read more

Lip Kit

I love them all but check out my favorite: I Can and I Will. This is vegan and cruelty-free.

https://www.realher.com/products/lip-kit?variant=32137830105146

Veganuary

Posted on January 11, 2022January 11, 2022 by Li & Me in NYC

Make it a year of positive change! Veganuary is underway, and it’s not too late to join. If you’ve been considering trying a vegan lifestyle permanently, or just want to commit to a month in order to reduce your carbon footprint, now is a great time! It’s not nearly as difficult as you may think, and you will feel fantastic knowing the good you are doing for yourself and the planet. Plus I have great resources to help you get started. Read more