Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. Thank you for supporting New York Chica Easter is a couple of days away and I've been scrambling to figure out what our Easter meal will be. My husband wanted something different like a stuffed pork loin or a casserole of some sort. I think I'm going towards a more traditional Puerto Rican menu this year. Simple and delicious. I was thinking some deviled eggs for an appetizer, roast pork (pernil), arroz con gandules (rice and pigeon peas) and potato … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} Pizza Movie Night w/ Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb & Pizza Hut! #NATM3Insiders #Night3MovieNight
March 21, 2015 by 17 Comments
Disclosure: I am a FOX Home Entertainment Insider and receive products for review. All opinions are always my own. If it’s laughter you’re after, get ready for the most hilarious night ever! Ben Stiller leads an all-star comedy cast, including Robin Williams, Owen Wilson, Rebel Wilson and Ricky Gervais, for one final, fun-filled Night at the Museum. This time, Larry Daley (Stiller) and his heroic friends embark on their greatest adventure yet as they travel to London in order to save the … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} Fight Off End-of-Winter #ColdandFlu Season w/ Puffs, #Vicks and a $50 Amex Gift Card. #NYTough
March 9, 2015 by 87 Comments
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. Thank you for supporting New York Chica. All opinions are always my own. If you live on the East Coast, then you already know that this Winter has hit us all extremely hard. We've had snow every week since December and I think everyone (including me) are sick of the white stuff. Another reason why I'm sick of Winter is because of a nasty virus going around at work. I'm trying to stay away but working at a school becomes almost impossible to stay … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} Dunkin’ Donuts New Refill Travel Mug Program
March 1, 2015 by 67 Comments
Disclosure: I received the same prize package in exchange for my participation. No other compensation was received. All opinions are strictly my own. Hey everyone! Have you heard?? There's a travel mug coupon insert going around town especially for YOU! If you're a Dunkin' Donuts fan (and who isn't) then this is a mug you'll want to get your hands on. With the Dunkin' Donuts travel mug, *guests in the Metro NY** area can purchase an extra-large Hot or medium Iced Coffee for just … [Read more...]
{Review} Master Lock’s Portable Push Button Key Safe. Plus, 5 Tips to Keep Seniors (or anyone) Safe!
February 28, 2015 by 6 Comments
Disclosure: Sample was provided for review purposes only. No other monetary compensation was received. All opinions are strictly my own. With nearly 50 million citizens age 65 and older living in the U.S. and Canada, seniors represent one of the fastest growing population segments, but also a demographic commonly targeted for crime. As part of Master Lock’s ongoing commitment to keep consumers safe through every life stage, they are focusing on senior safety this month by providing advice and … [Read more...]
Enjoying Some Afternoon Tea with Teavana and The Best of Me #TheBestofTea
February 17, 2015 by 6 Comments
Disclosure: All products were provided free of charge in exchange for coverage of the tea party. No compensation was received. All opinions are always 100% my own. I don't remember the last time I had the girls over for a little get together. With our busy schedules with work, our kids and home duties, having a girls night in/out is always placed on the back burner. And it shouldn't be that way. Women need to get together every now and then to unwind, drink some tea, coffee or wine (whatever … [Read more...]
{Easy Recipe} How to Make Yummy Gluten-Free Pancakes
February 9, 2015 by 8 Comments
I'm still trying to get used to the texture of anything gluten-free. If you're a bread and pasta type of person (I'm more of a bread person!), you know the texture I'm talking about. Gluten is a wonderful thing. It keeps breads soft and helps foods maintain their shape, acting as a glue that holds food together. I was diagnosed with Graves' disease in 2006 -- a year after I had my daughter. Graves' disease is an immune system disorder that results in the overproduction of thyroid hormones … [Read more...]
{Review} Stay Moisturized During the Winter Months with Lubriderm #FamiliaFirst #ad
February 5, 2015 by 5 Comments
Disclosure: This is a compensated campaign in collaboration with LUBRIDERM® and Latina Bloggers Connect. All opinions are honest and 100% my own. During the long, cold winter months, my whole family suffers from extreme dry skin to the point where if we don't moisturize well enough, our skin itches like crazy! I constantly try to remind my kids to moisturize before bed and after they wake up so that they can get into a regimen. I tell them it's just like brushing your teeth each day. It … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} The Best of Me on Blu-ray/Digital HD #BestOfMeInsiders #FHEInsiders
February 3, 2015 by 20 Comments
Disclosure: I am a FOX Home Entertainment Insider and receive products for review. All opinions are always my own. The movie "The Best of Me" is available on Blu-ray/Digital HD TODAY! Based on the #1 New York Times Best Seller from celebrated author Nicholas Sparks comes this tender, romantic drama about the timeless power of love. When former high school sweethearts Dawson and Amanda (James Marsden and Michelle Monaghan) meet at a loved one's funeral 20 years after tragedy separated them, … [Read more...]
{Review} JuveRest: The Sleep Wrinkle Pillow
January 31, 2015 by 11 Comments
Disclosure: Product was sent for review purposes. Do you sleep on your stomach or on your side? You may want to reconsider how you sleep after I tell you that you may be causing your own face wrinkles because of the way you sleep. It's true! Many people don't realize there are two main types of wrinkles on their face. There's Expression Wrinkles and you get these from smiling, squinting or frowning (think crow's feet and smile lines). Sleep Wrinkles are different and are caused by … [Read more...]
