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BB Cooks: Easy and Healthy Greek Yogurt Pancakes


Here's a simple recipe I got from my sister for Greek yogurt pancakes. Enjoy!

Easy & Healthy Greek Yogurt Pancakes

In a large bowl, mix:
  • Two 7 oz. containers of plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

Batter will be thick. Spoon generous mounds into buttered, non-stick pan. Gently spread batter to form pancakes and cook over medium heat, couple minutes each side.

Serve with fresh fruit and real maple syrup. So delicious and because of the protein, you feel great for hours after eating these!

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Cosabella Amore for JCP




Beloved Italian lingerie brand Cosabella has created Cosabella Amore, a new lower-priced offshoot for JCPenney. You're probably familiar with Cosabella's supersoft, seamless lace underthings sold at luxe stores like Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale's and Nordstrom. But whereas a Cosabella thong costs $20 at one of these fine retailers, a nearly identical thong by Cosabella Amore costs half the price. Ladies, if you can get to a JCP before Valentine's Day, you'll definitely want to check this line out. According to alert BB reader @booshabear, the quality and fit of Cosabella Amore is comparable to the original line. "Omg, gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous!" she tweeted. "My Cosabella habit is back in a big time way! Quality exceeds what I thought it would b!" Admittedly, you can often find "real" Cosabella at a discount on sites like Rue La La and Gilt, but with Cosabella Amore for JCP you won't have to wait for a sale.

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Topshop Partners with Google+ on The Future of The Fashion Show


Topshop is pushing the boundaries of fashion week again, this time partnering with Google+ to present its Autumn/Winter 2013 collection to millions of fans around the globe via The Future of The Fashion Show - a digital livestream - and social media integration galore. Viewers will be able to access every aspect of the show as if they were the "Model" on the runway, the "Buyer" in the audience, the "Make Up" artist backstage, the "Designer" fitting a look or the "Celebrity" arriving. The show takes customization and shopping even further with everything from the nail polish to music available instantly.

Watch the teaser above to get all the details, then tune in to watch the runway show LIVE on Topshop.com, Google and media partners globally on Sunday, February 17th at 3pm. Sure beats taking the red-eye to London (oh, to have such problems).

ZARA TRF February Lookbook 2013




ZARA released the TRF February lookbook for 2013, featuring leggy models styled in Zara's (even) more affordable, slightly younger slanting collection. With fashion week fresh on my mind, my eye is drawn to the leather tee and flat ankle boots (saw lots of those on the runway) but its the more ladylike pieces I love, like the polka dot top and jeans, the jacquard cardigan with ribbons, and the printed quilted jacket. Ethnic inspiration abounds on everything from printed denim and embroidered vests, to bowling jackets and cross-body bags. It's a cool mashup that makes me wish I lived closer to a Zara (shopping online can be tough since the sizing varies so much).

Which pieces do you like?