Monthly Archives: January 2012

Etiquette Check.

Think about how many times you’ve dined with someone who does something inappropriate at the meal table. No, this isn’t a joke like the one with the punch line: “if there’s nothing simmering in the pot, then you’re dinner”. Your … Continue reading

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A Dozen 2 Minute Healthful, Yummy Snacks

Sensible Snacking A  commitment to a healthful lifestyle is a giant first step to a lifestyle disease-free future. But don’t stop there; good intentions alone don’t guarantee victory. The ultimate goal, which is a massive leap, is to plan your … Continue reading

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Gluttony Minus Guilt

Winter has officially arrived in the northeast. Although the lack of snow is certainly appreciated, the wind and temperature combine to make me HUNGRY. I always have a heartier appetite in the cold months than in the summertime. When I … Continue reading

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Wishing You A Healthy New Year!

The New Year brings me to focusing on my goals. I’m human, after all! Goal for the Goldie’s Table Matters blog: “I commit to sharing with everyone who wants to listen -or read- insights from three areas spanning professional and … Continue reading

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Bringing Neutral Back: The Fragrance Faux Pas

Avoid being an amateur diner in just one easy step. Picture it: You’re a perfume expert, and you’re the buyer for several prestigious accounts…..perhaps for the royal couple before their wedding. You find yourself at an intimate trade show of … Continue reading

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