Choose a Brut Champagne to Save on Calories


Updated 12/30/11 7:00 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 5 comments

Brut Champagne: Low Calorie Drink Choice

We'll be ringing in the New Year soon, and for many of us that means a champagne toast, or two, or three! While the average glass of champagne contains 91 calories, if you're watching your weight, try toasting with brut champagne. Brut is champagne speak for "dry" and signifies a lower sugar content, resulting in a glass of champers that only contains about 65 calories. And the drier the Read more

Healthy Snacks For a Classy Oscar Night Party


Updated 02/25/12 3:37 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Healthy Snack Ideas For an Oscar Party

The Super Bowl may be ancient history, but this Sunday marks yet another February event to keep us crowded around the TV. Unlike the rowdy, beer-soaked, football-centered party, the Oscars are a time to don your best (or at least fantasize about owning those red-carpet dresses) while celebrating in style. Here are a few tips on how to save calories during your classed-up Oscar party on Read more

Roulades, Palmiers, Smoked Salmon on Royal Wedding Menu


Updated 04/29/11 1:37 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Royal Wedding Menu

After the royal wedding, 650 lucky guests were invited to attend a lunchtime reception. The palace prepared a luxurious and extensive spread of appetizers and canapes. Curious what all was served? Read on! Cornish crab salad on lemon blini Pressed duck terrine with fruit chutney Roulade of goat's cheese with caramelized walnuts Assortment of palmiers and cheese straws Scottish smoked salmon rose Read more