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Isami McCowan

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Isami is a foreign film junkie, grilled cheese connoisseur, lifestyle writer at Bustle, and sophomore at the University of Pennsylvania. On most days, you can find her stocking up at Sephora or watching videos of golden retriever puppies on Facebook.

9 Actually Fun Ways To Celebrate The Fourth Of July Indoors

As June comes to an end, we approach the biggest holiday of the summer: Independence Day. When you think Fourth of July, there's no doubt that the first things that come to mind are baseball games, pool parties, backyard cookouts, and watching crazy…
By Isami McCowan

This Long-Distance Friendship Lamp Lights Up For Your BFF When You Touch It

If you're someone who has friends who live far away, you know how hard long-distance can be when all you want to do is hang out, watch movies, or just talk to your pal in person can be. Whether you moved away, they got a new job across the country,…
By Isami McCowan

This New Site Connects You With Adoptable Pups — And Prioritizes Their Safety In The Process

A dog is truly and honestly the best friend you could ever have. Whether you're an expert pet owner or haven't yet gotten the chance to adopt a four-legged bundle of cuteness of your own, I think it's safe to say that we can all agree that dogs are…
By Isami McCowan

Here’s A List Of The Top Burritos Ordered In The U.S.

Mexican food is amazing for a number of reasons: the robust variety of flavors, the kick of spiciness that amps up any dish, and the combination of different meat, veggie, or queso options that are sure to make any diner swoon. I like to celebrate…
By Isami McCowan

"Kranch" Sauce Combines Ketchup & Ranch, And It's About To Hit Shelves Near You

It's safe to say that we all have that one dipping sauce that's our constant go-to, whether it's ketchup, mustard, barbecue sauce, ranch, or another one entirely. I don't know about you, but I love when I'm eating at a restaurant a see a unique…
By Isami McCowan

Whole Foods & Amazon Just Announced A Ton Of New Deals For Prime Members

If you're a longtime Amazon shopper, you've probably bought just about everything on the site — whether it's homeware, clothes, books, gifts, or a Prime membership to get in sweet deals when you watch TV or snag free shipping. But if you're a Prime…
By Isami McCowan

Drew Barrymore Just Dropped A Dreamy Homeware Line At Walmart & You'll Want It All

If you're someone that does spring cleaning, that means out with the old and in with the new. It's always fun to get a few colorful pieces to celebrate the warmer months and sunshine, but it can be hard to know where to start when so many brands…
By Isami McCowan

Dunkin' Is Launching A Peeps Marshmallow Donut & A BUNCH Of Peeps Drinks

Dunkin' is a beautiful haven, because donuts aren't the only thing that keeps customers coming back to the chain — a variety of delicious coffee beverages are what gets fans out of bed and running to their local stores in the morning. If you were…
By Isami McCowan

Domino's Just Launched 2 Hot Dog Pizza Hybrids — Here Are The Photos

If you're a longtime fan of pizza, you probably know your way around the block when it comes to different flavors. Although most of us have a steadfast favorite flavor that we'd be happy to passionately defend in any argument, there's no harm in…
By Isami McCowan

This Self-Care Subscription Box Will Send You Crystals With Every New Moon

Self-care has been an important object of discussion in the past few years, and it's something that's super subjective depending on your needs and personality type. It comes in a lot of different forms — whether that be a relaxing spa night at home,…
By Isami McCowan

You Can Buy A Beach Towel With Your BFF's Face All Over It

Summer is almost here, meaning that beach getaways are moving closer and closer onto our calendars and horizons. Whether you're planning a solo trip or going with family and friends, it can't hurt to go to the beach in style — you're probably…
By Isami McCowan

21 Captions For All Your Instagrams Of Spring Flowers

Spring is officially right around the corner, which means that all the cute Instagram captions about spring flowers are also on the way. If you're from somewhere that gets super cold during the winter, you're probably counting down the days until…
By Isami McCowan

Cold Stone Just Launched A Blueberry MUFFIN BATTER Ice Cream Flavor

Spring is right around the corner, and the coming of warmer months means that we can all resume lounging around outside, going to the pool, and of course, enjoying cups of cones of delicious, refreshing ice cream. Although there isn't any specific…
By Isami McCowan

Burger King's $5 Coffee Subscription Will Get You Coffee Every Day For A MONTH

If you're someone who regularly waits in line at coffee shops to get your morning cappuccino, you're more than familiar with the worst part of wanting a hot cup of joe every day: the prices rack up (very quickly). It makes a lot of us cringe to…
By Isami McCowan

Here's A List Of The Most Allergy-Friendly Restaurants In The U.S. To Bookmark Immediately

Trying to navigate restaurant menus when you have a food allergy can be pretty hard, especially when you can't find a lot of options that you can safely enjoy. If you've experienced an allergic reaction to food recently, you're definitely not alone…
By Isami McCowan

You Can Go On An All-Expenses Paid Trip Where Strangers On Instagram Decide What You Do

If you find yourself constantly drifting off into daydreams about traveling the world, backpacking through Europe, or soaking up the sun in the summer on beautiful beaches, you're not alone. Getting the chance to travel and explore around the globe…
By Isami McCowan

Here's A Definitive List Of Every Russell Stover Egg You Can Buy This Year

Easter is right around the corner, and that means one important thing: chocolate eggs. The specialty candies are usually only plentiful during the spring season, and something about them makes it hard to resist buying a bunch for the holiday. They…
By Isami McCowan

A New Study Reveals The Major Effect Handwritten Menus Can Have On Your Mood

As much as going to restaurants is about getting to bask in the deliciousness of new and favorite foods, the ambience of the space you're dining in is a super important factor for a lot of us. Whether you're looking for a cozy spot to relax and…
By Isami McCowan

15 Adorable Cat Names Based On Your Favorite Desserts

If you're reading this, you might be a cat lover or a soon to be kitten-owner — either one is enough to want to peruse adorable name options once in awhile. Interestingly enough, pretty much every single one of the top 10 most popular cat names is…
By Isami McCowan

This Reese's Creamer Will Turn Your Coffee Into Candy

If you love coffee, you probably know the struggle of trying to find, curate, and master the absolute perfect cup. Whether you're big on home brewing your morning cup of joe or prefer going to the best neighborhood fix, the journey spent searching…
By Isami McCowan