Tanya Sam may be one of the newest cast members of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta,” but she’s already established herself as one of the most successful. Sam, a tech start-up business guru, initially was brought onto the show as a friend of Nene Leakes (which quickly imploded, as life with the “Housewives” is wont to do) but developed a friendship with “America’s Next Top Model” winner Eva Marcille, and thus her contribution to the show carries on. We chatted with Sam about the show, her multi-million dollar business ventures and how she’s doing after a major car accident shook her world in June.

Full article here: https://hauteliving.com/2019/07/real-housewives-of-atlanta-star-tanya-sam/672305/

‘Done’ is better than ‘perfect but unfinished’

“Growing up, I would perseverate over making things perfect. I come from a very academic and medial family which meant everyone had degrees to back up their expertise and opinions. Because I didn’t feel as qualified as they were, I would hold myself back and decline opportunities. I finally learned that there are different kinds of smart and that having a drive and will to get things done is just as important. Half the battle is just raising your hand and sticking your neck out there with something—anything. It doesn’t need to be perfect, just make it happen.” —Tanya Sam

Full article here: https://www.rd.com/advice/things-i-wish-i-could-tell-my-younger-self/

ESPRESSO RUB PORK CHOP, BOURBON CARAMEL SAUCE, KUMATO TOMATOES & POINT REYES BLUE CHEESE!

Chef Wayne Elias shows you how to prepare a savory pork chop recipe.

Full article & video here: https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/home-and-family/recipes/espresso-rub-pork-chop-bourbon-caramel-sauce-kumato-tomatoes-point-reyes-blue-cheese