Have we gotten away from the art of hospitality. Back in the day when I was a kid you would go to someone’s home for a cookout or dinner. While there the house of whom the party or dinner was being held was responsible for most of the food purchasing and cooking. People would the The post Hosting Options with the cost of food increasing appeared first on ToiTime ..read more

Did you know that there are more than 30 public gardens in a 30 mile radius to Philadelphia? Morris Arboretum and Gardens is one that you must add to your list to visit. Located at 100 E. Northwestern Avenue in Philadelphia it is the home of 92 acres of beauty. Courtesy of Toi of ToitimeblogWhat to know before you go? Tickets can be purchased online prior to attending. If you should need to purchase tickets in person you will do so by seeing staff at the entrance on the grounds. There is a lot to see and do. I spent a little over 2 hours. Comfort is king so be sure to wear comfortable walking ..read more

Happy Friday and cheers to the weekend. It is another great week filled with media events and more. So here are a few things to keep in mind. One enjoy the cool down as we are getting a small break from the heat wave and we all could use it. Thank goodness for the rain we were able to experience. In addition to media  events, I want to give an update on my mental health journey and more. Me Day-Friday Check In I had a half of a me day and this was by order of my therapist. We are on a journey of getting back to me and the things that I love. So, with that being sa ..read more

Finding family friendly activities in Philadelphia isn’t as hard as it would seem. Libertee Grounds has you covered with mini golf and it’s fun for the whole family. Mini golf provides a few hours of fun and since there is food and drinks available you can make a complete outing out of it. So what is your know before you go? What are the must haves for all ages and how long with the mini golf be available at the Eakins Oval? What to know about this Pop Up Libertee Grounds has a location at 1600 W. Girard Avenue. At this location there is an indoor mini golf, games, golf simulator and more. Th ..read more

We all know that we are heavy in travel season but the winter is another phase of travel to prepare for as well. If you are considering to travel to Japan I have partnered with Villa Finder to help you prepare for your winter travel so you can be safe, pack well, know how to get around and more. There is no better time than now to plan, and prepare for you and your family.  Remember winter time in Japan happens during December- February where many enjoy the alps and skiing. What to Expect with a winter in Japan With Villa Finder they have all that you need to help you prepare for a seaml ..read more

Summer is here and in full force. Today in Philadelphia it is the hottest day that we have had all Summer long. Summer is a great time to explore, travel, wind down and more but there are a few safety initiatives that you should keep in mind. From heat and sun to keeping you and the kids safe we are covering it all. Summer Heat and Cooling Systems Like today while we have had heat wave after heat wave it’s important to maintain safety. For instance on extreme heat days preparation is key. When was the last time you checked your air conditioner? Although with the heat we are experiencing here ..read more

In collaboration with the Philadelphia Visitor Center I present to you a few options on what to do with the kids when you’re in Philadelphia or visiting Philadelphia. Courtesy of Toi of ToitimeblogWarm Welcome with the Visitor Center Before you visit any museum or location in Philadelphia the first place you should visit is the Philadelphia Visit Center. They can help you maximize your time. They know their stuff. Also if there are discounts on the locations they would have it. Upon parking under the Visit Center we arrived to the warmest welcome. Courtesy of Toi of Toitimeblog It has been yea ..read more

There are many of us looking to see where we fit in when it comes to making a living. Often many times we are jobs that we do not like with no plan insight. However, there are things that you can do to boost your side hustle into your main. I am going to give you personal tips that I have actively used in order to inspire you.  Courtesy of Pexel PicturesWork like it’s a Full Time When I first blogged, I wasn’t consistent at all. I would do a blog post once a week and sometimes not at all. There was no definitive day or time that readers could count on me to write a blogpost. You can’t in ..read more

So many times especially in the Black community we are told that we lack healthy options. If you watch the statistics, you will know that many life off of fast food alone opting to ignore healthy options. Macho’s Delish Mix is doing their part to provide healthy options with their bowls, nachos, empanadas, grab and go options and more. Courtesy of Toi of ToitimeblogWhat to Expect at Macho’s Delish Mix? You find that there are a lot of options. The staff is warm and inviting and are waiting to help you curate your eating experience. You start with your base, then add a starch like rice or salad ..read more

If you have ever been to any of the White Dog Cafe, then you know how great the food is. From the décor to the drinks to the food it makes an ordinary dining experience elevated. So, when I found out that White Dog was opening a new location it was a no brainer to attend and get some of the first feels of it. The newest location is open now in Chester Springs and it is everything and more that I could have expected.  Courtesy of Toi of ToitimeblogChester Springs in Exton PA The address of the newest location is in Chester Springs is on 181 Gordon Drive. It is nestled between several other ..read more