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No Bake Desserts That Easy And Delicious

It’s getting hot out since it’s officially summertime. Which means you it’s time for cookouts and BBQ’s and of course yummy desserts. But it’s to hot to have the oven on so why not try these No Bake Desserts that will satisfy your sweet tooth and keep your home cool.

I know for some of you it might seem scandalous not use an oven to bake. But heck, when it’s hot outside, I say skip the oven and have your dessert too!

For recipes on how to make that happen, check out the ones below or head over to my favorite dessert blog, Captured Desserts for mouth watering ideas.

no bake desserts Peanut Butter Oat Squares

No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Squares
Makes 20 squares
Ingredients
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • ½ cup honey
  • 3 cups rolled oats
Instructions
  1. Line a 9×9 pan with foil. Spray lightly with non-stick spray.
  2. Melt the peanut butter and honey together until smooth, either in the microwave or stove top. Combine mixture with oats.
  3. Press into prepared pan. Place in refrigerator until set. Cut into squares.

Dark+Chocolate+Truffles no bake dessert

Dark Chocolate Truffles

Yield: ~25 truffles   |   Inspired by Something Swanky and Savory Simple

Ingredients

16 oz semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 – 1/2 cup cocoa powder, for dusting

Directions

Prepare the chocolate chips in a medium bowl. Heat the heavy whipping cream in a small saucepan on medium-high heat, just until it begins boiling. Immediately transfer the heavy whipping cream to the chocolate chips and stir until smooth. Chill in refrigerator for several hours or preferably overnight.

The next day, use a truffle scoop or hand-and-spoon method to shape the truffles. Chill in freezer for another couple hours, then prepare a bowl of cocoa powder and roll the truffles in it until completely coated. Chill again before serving, or enjoy right away.

Strawberry Banana Popsicles no bake desserts

3 Ingredient Strawberry Banana Popsicles

Ingredients:

  • 1 large ripe banana, peeled, cut into chunks, & frozen
  • 12 large strawberries, sliced in half
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice (or orange juice)

Directions:

Blend all of the ingredients together on high speed until smooth – about 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the blender as needed as you go.

Pour the mixture into popsicle molds. If your popsicle mold has slots for sticks, you can insert them before freezing – if not, freeze for 2 hours, then put a wooden popsicle stick in the middle (that is what I did). Continue to freeze for an additional 6 hours or overnight – overnight is recommended for easy removal.

Run popsicle molds under hot water to remove easily.

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14 Fat Burning Foods For Summer

Sometimes it’s not always about being so regimented about our exercise routine. We also have to watch what we consume in the form of food each day. That’s why fat burning foods are important.

14 Fat Burning Foods For SummerYes, we all know you should stay away from junk food or that dessert table unless it’s the fun folks over at Captured Desserts. However, there are foods you should reach for without any sort apprehension because they are fat burning foods.

Below is a list of 14 Fat Burning Foods you should be eating now.

  1. Greek Yogurt
  2. Celery
  3. Water
  4. Quinoa
  5. Oatmeal
  6. Berries
  7. Watermelson
  8. Fish
  9. Cucumbers
  10. Eggs
  11. Green Tea
  12. Coffee
  13. Hot Peppers
  14. Grapefruit

Take Advantage of Fresh Produce

With produce at its peak during the summer months, now is the perfect time to indulge in nature’s finest by eating the freshest vegetables.

  • Tomatoes: Slicing one cup of raw tomato for your lunch salad gives you as much as 40 percent of your recommended daily intake of vitamin C and 20 percent of your daily vitamin A.
  • Avocados find their way into salads, dressings and on top of burgers regularly, so it’s a good thing that they’re full of fiber, vitamins B5, B6, C, K, folate and potassium, as well as cell-protecting antioxidants.
  • Greens: Beet greens, dandelion greens, spinach, lettuce and Swiss chard are all in season throughout the spring and summer months. These greens contain protein and iron, and are full of the cell-protecting and repairing antioxidants, vitamins C and A, as well as B vitamins and fiber. Not only do they make a great salad, but you can toss them into a blender, along with some fresh fruit for a green smoothie.
  • Bell peppers make a colorful addition to a snack, salad or meal, but there’s more to this crunchy fruit than meets the eye. Bell peppers contain phytochemicals called carotenoids, which give them their bright colors – and a diet high in carotenoid-dense foods has been associated with reducing the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, and age-related eye diseases.
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Draya Michele for Forbes 2018 -Talks Business and New Store!

Draya Michele for Forbes 2018

We love to see images such as these! Business entrepreneur, Draya Michele for Forbes 2018; is a must read for anyone needing a little boss lady inspiration. Draya is one of the hardest working, bonafide hustlers in the industry.

Draya Michele for Forbes 2018

Truly a self-made woman who continues to push forward towards greater success and affluence. Nonetheless, what is the model turned designer up to now? Draya tells Forbes all about her latest venture, a brand new store located in Los Angeles, California!

Draya Michele for Forbes 2018 -Talks Business and New Store

Draya Michele for Forbes 2018

Besides a great story, readers will also be treated to some amazing visuals. The ending result shown on Forbes may be what editorial dreams are made of and then some. However, it did not come about without a few ups and downs. Los Angeles based fashion stylist, Kailani, reveals all. She states,

“Did a fun feature with Draya for Forbes. Thank you to the lovely ladies at SUISTUDIO for their impeccable women’s suiting options!

We did a thing yesterday! We trespassed on unauthorized property. We drove across a wild field. We lost the reflector to the little river… but we got some dope shots. So yeah we did a thing yesterday!”

Draya Michele for Forbes 2018

It certainly takes a village! As Kailani mentions, for the Forbes story Draya rocks various suits by fashion label, SUISTUDIO. However, then Michele infuses some causal fun into her look by wearing kicks with designer suits.

A nice fashion touch that proves that suits do not need to feel or look “stuffy.”  To complete her ensemble, Draya and her stylist incorporated shoes by Converse. Fab!

Draya Michele for Forbes 2018 Draya Michele for Forbes 2018 Draya Michele for Forbes 2018

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Small Business Tips: Top Ten Ways to Be Successful

Small Business Tips

Striking it out on your own can feel scary. However, you should never be afraid to start your own company. Small businesses are flourishing. Did you know: That Forbes estimates that 50% of the working population works in a small business; and 44% of the country’s payroll (US) are from small businesses. Therefore, now is a great time to get in on the small company bounty. Read on to learn small business tips, the top ten ways to be successful!

Small Business Tips: Top Ten Ways to Be Successful

Small Business Tips

Did you promise yourself to be a new you during the new year? Well now is the time to keep that vow! Never be fearful to branch out and be your own boss. Here’s a few expert tips to get you started:

1. You can’t do it alone, successful businesses include great business relationships so build them well.
2. Focus on providing benefits to your customers, once they see true value in you they will become more invested in your products.
3. Realize that mistakes happen and you will be met with the word “no.” Learn from them and allow it to help you mold a better strategy.
4. Do something you truly enjoy, if YOU don’t even like what you’re doing you will not stick to it.

5. Tackle your toughest projects in the morning when you’re fresh.

Small Business Tips

6. Be visible, put yourself out there in front of the cameras so a face can be put with your brand.

7. When making goals for your business always remember to be S.M.A.R.T.-Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-Bound.

8. Don’t skimp on quality. It best to have less products or less posts online than a whole bunch of spammy looking content.

9. Develop a business plan, doing so will give you more focus and a clearer direction on where you want and need to head.

10. Monitor your peformance; always look at your successes and failures regularly. Allows you to know what you should do more of as well as avoid or change in the future.

Small Business Tips: Using Social Media Marketing Successfully

Social media is great avenue for attracting people to your company and services. However, it can be quite a beast to tackle. Competition is coming from all over the world and now many of these platforms are owned by bigger conglomerates; who in turn make gaining visibility harder because they want you to pay for ads.

Nevertheless, do not let that deter you in any way. Always remember that a little know-how can go a long way. Learning how each platform works can help you decide which ones will be the best for your business.

Moreover, stick to only 2-3 social networks and get proficient at working them. In order to be seen and grow you MUST be consistent. Having too many platforms to post on can cause a small business owner to feel strethed thin and begin to give out from frustration. Do not allow that to be true of you. Here is a super cool graphic developed by Filmora. Created by using a number of reliable sources; it clearly shows how to use each social network platfrom to your advantage through a series of pros and cons.

Small Business Tips

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Ciroc Blue Dot Ad Campaign Feat. Diddy, Cassie, Def Loaf and French Montana

Ciroc Blue Dot

So much hotness it is scorching our phone screens! On social media Mister Sean John himself released visuals for the new Ciroc Blue Dot Ad Campaign; featuring Diddy, Cassie, Def Loaf and French Montana. The caption? It reads as, “All in the Family.” Welp, it looks like that is exactly what Diddy is doing!

The ad campaign pictures the star-studded squad in a tennis setting. Relaxing, chilling and of course toasting to the good life. Diddy is certainly a masterful genius  in the realm of marketing. Putting on artists while showcasing his very own product. Thus, only proving that the music industry and its influence is still a powerhouse when it comes to making sales.

Ciroc Blue Dot Ad Campaign Feat. Diddy, Cassie, Def Loaf and French Montana

Ciroc Blue Dot

If the campaign is drawing you in to make a purchase you may be wondering how much Blue Dot is going for these days. Online and in-store the prices vary. We personally noticed a range of $22 to a little of $50.

Now while the Peach flavor gets tons of love, no one is sleeping on the bottle with the blue dot either. In fact, Ciroc recently shared a few recipes sure to be a hit at your next soiree. Master them and you will be the Belle of the Ball. Here they are:

Ciroc Blue Dot Martini

1.5oz Ciroc Vodka0.

5oz elderflower liqueur

0.75oz white wine apertiff

Ciroc Lola

1oz Ciroc Vodka

1.75oz fresh lemon juice

.75oz simple syrup

splash of champagne

Ciroc Blue Dot

Ciroc Blue Dot Ad Campaign

You fancy huh? If you have been loving all the different Ciroc releases since 2007, then you may just be a lover of the “finer” things of life. As a result, do you know the background story of this beloved liqueur brand?

Allow us to share a few interesting details. Ciroc is actually French made. SHOCKER. Actually, not really, at the bottom of each and every bottle in fine print is a brief description of Ciroc’s French roots. However, who picks up a bottle to read right? The fun is popping that “bad boy” (all puns intended) open and enjoying the fruits of Diddy’s labor (yes, more puns LOL).

Ciroc Blue Dot

Nevertheless, Ciroc gets its amazing taste due to being manufactured by using grapes from the Charente-Maritime region of France. Furthermore, it is produced and then distributed by a British-based multinational alcoholic beverage maker known as, Diageo. So then, now you too are in the know. Thanks to Diddy, France and Diageo your night’s can be seriously lit.

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Nubian Stories Night Out -The Best Black Women Networking Event!

Nubian Stories Night Out

Thinking about starting a new business? Striking it out on your own can be a bit intimidating. However, surrounding yourself with like-minded, driven as well as successful individuals; can make the road a lot smoother. Enter Nubian Stories Night Out -The Best Black Women Networking Event for boss ladies desiring to go next level!

Nubian Stories Night Out -The Best Black Women Networking Event

Nubian Stories Night Out
                    Nubian Stories Night Out Founder, Tiffany Dames

So then, you are probably wondering what exactly is Nubian Stories Night Out? In order to give you the full picture, we had the event’s founder, Tiffany Dames, lay it all out for us via Q&A.

1966 Magazine: Tiffany, we think what you are doing for black girls and women is nothing short of amazing! Please tell us what exactly is the purpose of Nubian Stories Night Out (NSNO)?

Tiffany Dames: NSNO curates events for young Black professionals; and advocates for Black Women through entrepreneurship, comradery, and artistry. The past several months, I’ve curated an array of events, including a Fitness Bootcamp, Pop Up Dinner, an all-Black Women Art Expo, and on April 8th I will be hosting a Golden Parachute Black Business Mixer. Each of my previous events has gradually grown, creating a following that I strive to continue to create enjoyable experiences for.

Nubian Stories Night Out – Why Get Involved ASAP!

Nubian Stories Night Out

1966 Magazine: Very nice! Why do feel that networking events are so important for black women entrepreneurs to be apart of regularly?

Tiffany Dames: According to Fortune Magazine, “The number of businesses owned by African American women grew 322% since 1997, making black females the fastest growing group of entrepreneurs in the U.S.” — This shows that plenty of us know exactly what we’re doing. However, there are even more Black women who want to make that step into entrepreneurship but cannot overcome one obstacle. Fear.

The fear of uncertainty can be debilitating. So much so, it stops us from even trying. We plan our failure more than we plan our success. Nubian Shorties Night Out strives to ease that fear by curating these events allowing us to come together, to network and build upon community economics.  

Nubian Stories Night Out

1966 Magazine: Now that’s what we are talking about! So then, what’s next for NSNO?

Tiffany Dames: On April 8th our next event, entitled Nubian Shorties Night Out Presents…Golden Parachute Black Business Mixer. The goal is to create a space that gives Black entrepreneurs a chance to form an economic family, by building a set of connections to network and utilize for the promotion of their industry.

[Also] by continuing to curate events that promote and hire Black owned businesses, this offers assistance to budding entrepreneurs in building a successful brand and business. Essentially creating our own Golden Parachute to fall back on.

Nubian Stories Night Out

Nubian Stories Night Out – The Last Word

We love that Tiffany mentions the “golden parachute.” This term refers to the payment that high level executives receive upon termination. It ensures that they will be properly compensated regardless of what may happen or occur in the future.

Nubian Stories Night Out

Wouldn’t that be wonderful if that could be experienced in the black community as a whole? By networking and continuing to build together a safety net can begin to be formed.

Remember, you guys upward movement for one, is upward movement for us all. So be sure to support Tiffany’s upcoming event and check out the video below to get a taste of what you can experience by attending a NSNO event!

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Nubian Stories Night Out