How to Make an Easy Insta-Worthy Layer Smoothie

Summer has finally arrived! Oh how I missed you so, what with your hot days, breezy summer nights and yummy fruits in season. It’s time to load up on those antioxidants and soak up all the vitamins and nutrients our beloved summer fruits have to offer. So here is a smoothie recipe that features three fruits, spinach for an added health kick and chia pudding for a protein punch. This vegan, gluten-free recipe will leave you full and satisfied. Plus it’s not too bad to look at and photograph ;) Get a sip of summer with this layered smoothie!

Ingredients:
serves two

For bottom layer:

— 1 banana

— 2 heaping handfuls spinach

— 1 cup pineapple

— 1/4 cup almond milk

For chia pudding layer:*
— 1 cup almond milk

— 1/4 cup chia seeds

For top layer:
— 1 banana
— 1 cup strawberries

— handful ice

Toppings (optional):

— raspberries, unsweetened coconut flakes, chia seeds

— fruit that can be sliced thinly for sides (strawberries and kiwis work great)

Tools:
— blender

— mason jars or glasses

* Make this ahead of time by mixing almond milk and chia seeds and refrigerate for 3-4 hours or overnight.

Instructions:

1. Start by preparing the chia seed pudding. Mix chia seeds and almond milk and refrigerate for a few hours or overnight.

2. Blend all ingredients for bottom layer.

3. Pour into jars, filling them about one-third of the way.

4. Slice strawberries and carefully stick them to the sides of the jar.

5. Gingerly add chia pudding on top of the green smoothie layer.

6. Rinse blender and blend all ingredients for top layer.

7. Pour on top of chia pudding layer.

8. Add desired toppings and enjoy.

Add banana, spinach, pineapple and almond milk to blender and mix until smooth.

Pour green smoothie layer in jars, then carefully place sliced fruit along sides of jar. Next, add chia pudding layer with care.

Rinse blender and add strawberries, banana and ice. Blend well.

Pour smoothie on top of the chia pudding layer.

Add toppings and enjoy!

Such a pretty way to consume your fruits and veggies!

Customize with any toppings you like to make a unique smoothie just for you!

What toppings would you add to this layered smoothie? Test it out and send us your photos on Instagram using the hashtag #iamcreative.

While we're all sad about The White Lotus season 3 coming to a close following the shocking finale, there is some good news: the show was already renewed for a fourth season! That means fans of the drama and debauchery will definitely be getting another fix soon. But where will our next dose be set?

All three iterations of The White Lotusthus far have been set in tropical destinations, with filming at The Four Seasons. According to executive producer David Bernad, the series continues to use this specific luxury resort chain since they were "the one hotel that let us shoot there."

Let's do a quick recap: season 1 was set in Hawaii, season 2 was in Italy, and season 3 was, of course, Thailand. These locales aren't chosen at random, either, but are rather picked to match each season's theme.

"For example, Koh Samui was not only chosen for its visually stunning environment overlooking the Gulf of Thailand but also for its thematic alignment with the season's exploration of Eastern spirituality and existential themes," detailed the chief commercial officer of Four Seasons Hotels, Marc Speichert.

However, fans have noticed how creator Mike White hasn't repeated any continents. Plus, each of the past filming locales was tropical, which may suggest the next season will go against the grain in a chillier region. With all this in mind, here are the locations rumored to be top contenders for The White Lotus season 4.

Here are the top locations we think The White Lotusseason 4 could take place!

1. Mexico or Egypt

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While these two destinations are thousands of miles apart, we're grouping them together for one main reason: an insider spoke to Parade and claimed the show's producers were scouting both spots.

"Right now, it's looking like the next season of The White Lotus will be shot in Egypt or Mexico. They want to pick somewhere they haven't shot yet, so a new continent. They want to go somewhere completely new since this season is in Asia, which is why they're between the two. The decision should be made soon," the insider alleged.

This would make sense, given that both Mexico City and Punta Mita have The Four Seasons.

2. Australia

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Another possible option is Australia. In fact, Mike White admitted it would be his "dream" to hit every single continent with the show.

"We kind of have to come to Australia if we keep going. It would be so fun. Obviously, there's a huge wealth of talent here, and the beauty is inarguable, so it feels like it checks all the boxes," he shared. (via Yahoo! News)

3. Norway

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Lastly, I'm sure that a colder destination, like Norway, would help infuse brand-new antics into The White Lotus. Mike White supposedly scouted locations in the country, too, and reportedly spoke to the Norwegian Film Institute about a grant to film on location.

Unfortunately, though, executive producer David Bernad doesn't think it's actually in the cards, pointing out how Mike White isn't a fan of the cold.

During an appearance on The Bill Simmons Podcast, he continued, "[Mike] is a California guy. He is not built for the cold. Never say never, but I would be surprised."

If The White Lotus remains so successful, it seems inevitable that the show will eventually have to venture to a non-tropical locale. But, for now, there are still plenty of filming location options, and we'll just have to stay tuned regarding where the season 4 batch of entitled travelers goes next.

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It's been nearly a year since Bridgerton season 3 came out, chronicling the love story between Colin Bridgerton and Penelope Featherington as she wrestles under the weight of a big secret.

The highly anticipated two-part season concluded last June, and sadly, there still isn't an official release date for Season 4. According to Netflix, the next iteration of Bridgerton will center on Benedict Bridgerton meeting his love interest and feature eight episodes. Nonetheless, it may be a while (like 2026) until we get to dive into the Regency era yet again.

In the meantime, though, there is some good news: another Netflix series, TheLady's Companion, might just be able to fill that void. The Spanish period drama debuted on March 28, is set in 1880s Madrid, and has already received a ton of praise, with one fan tweeting, "If you love Bridgerton, you have to watch The Lady's Companion. It's so good, it has me giggling."

Here's what to know!

Scroll to find out everything you need to know about The Lady's Companion on Netflix!

What is 'The Lady's Companion' about?

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The Lady's Companion follows Elena Bianda, played by Nadia de Santiago, a 35-year-old actress from Spain who is most well-known for her role in Las Chicas Del Cable (The Cable Girls) from 2017 to 2020. Elena is Madrid's most in-demand lady's companion and a celebrated matchmaker with a reputation for guiding 20 women into "proper courtships and engagements."

Her life's passion is seeing her protégées become happily married. Yet, when she's invited to the Mencía household to identify suitable beaus for three sisters, things take an unexpected turn. Elena actually finds herself falling for a man named Santiago, who was originally meant for one of her clients, and gets tossed into a whirlwind of romance, secrets, and scandal.

Who's in 'The Lady's Companion' cast?

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Santiago is portrayed by 28-year-old Álvaro Mel, who played the lead role of Alex Ventura in La Fortuna, a 2021 adventure drama limited series. Other cast members include:

  • Isa Montalbán
  • Zoe Bonafonte
  • Tristán Ulloa
  • Iratxe Emparan
  • Gracia Olayo

When is 'The Lady's Companion' set?

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While the aesthetic and plot line of the show may feel reminiscent of Bridgerton, which is set between 1813 and 1827, TheLady's Companion coincides with the Alphosine era and the Restoration period, giving viewers a fresh take on another intriguing time in history. The first season has eight episodes, which are all around 40 minutes long and available for streaming on Netflix.

Will 'The Lady's Companion' get a season 2?

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Now, if you happen to love this show as much as Bridgerton, there is (thankfully) hope for a second season. Gema R. Neira, the creator of the series, revealed that the writers were already "working on it."

To be clear, nothing has been confirmed just yet! But given the first season's cliffhanger ending and "to be continued" message right before the credits, it seems in the cards. In the meantime, tune into Season 1 of The Lady's Companion, which currently has a 7.3-star rating out of 10 on IMDb.

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I'm a tried-and-true Marvel stan — even as a kid, the idea of superheroes existing in the regular world and fighting evil always made me feel so powerful. And with WandaVision, Captain America: Brave New World, and Thunderbolts*, that feeling has only evolved as I've become an adult. But as the MCU has grown, adding countless TV shows, characters, and universes, some of the original, classic nostalgia has faded. And that's where The Fantastic Four: First Steps comes in!

Flying into theaters July 11, 2025, The Fantastic Four takes place in an alternate 1960s — so when I say the movie is making me feel nostalgic, I mean it quite literally. And thanks to Entertainment Weekly, we have a brand new look at the movie!

Keep reading for the newest images of Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, Vanessa Kirby, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach in The Fantastic Four, coming to theaters July 11, 2025.

Who are the main 4 in Fantastic Four?

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The Fantastic Four revolves around Reed Richards (Pedro Pascal), Johnny Storm (Joseph Quinn), Sue Storm (Vanessa Kirby), and Ben Grimm (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), and Entertainment Weekly just dropped a bunch of new pictures from the film — like this shot of Ben securing his helmet for space exploration.

When is The Fantastic Four?

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Marvel's Fantastic Four takes place in the 1960s...in a different universe. Because with Marvel's multiverse, anything is possible.

"We knew that we'd be on another Earth, so we had a chance to reinvent what the '60s looked like," director Matt Shakman (who also directed WandaVision!!) tells EW. "I was really interested in imagining the Fantastic Four being astronauts. Instead of Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin going to the moon, what if it was Reed, Sue, Johnny, and Ben who were really the first to go into outer space, the first to push those boundaries?"

Who's in The Fantastic Four cast?

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The Fantastic Four cast was, without a doubt, the most important part of the movie to get right. "It wasn't just a search for who was the best Ben and who was the best Johnny, but also who was the best family?" Matt Shakman says. "Who was the best married couple? Who were the best siblings and honorary uncle? So it's been very gratifying to see the incredible chemistry that the four of them have had since the beginning."

The cast includes:

  • Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic: the leader of the Fantastic Four with the power to stretch his limbs.
  • Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/The Invisible Woman: Reed's wife who can turn invisible and create force fields.
  • Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/The Human Torch: Sue's brother who can ignite into flame and fly.
  • Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing: Reed's best friend who basically appears as a mass of rocks.

Are Sue Storm and Reed Richards married?

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Yes, Sue Storm and Reed Richards are married — and they make a perfect team.

"If he is the most scientifically intelligent person, then she is the most emotionally intelligent person on the planet," Matt Shakman tells EW. "Between the two of them, they're building an idealistic society."

"If you played an exact '60s Sue today, everyone would think she was a bit of a doormat," Vanessa Kirby adds. "So figuring out how to capture the essence of what she represented to each generation, where the gender politics were different, and embody that today, was one of the greatest joys of this."

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But they're also quickly going to become a family of three because Marvel confirmed during CinemaCon that the theory about Sue being pregnant is correct!

"One of the things I love most from Sue's history is when she becomes Malice, and all her dark stuff comes out," Vanessa Kirby says. "I wanted to make sure that there were tones of Malice in there with her, that she wasn't just the stereotype of a goody, sweet mother."

"I've always been really interested in the mess of femininity," she continues. "Not just the tough, invincible, powerful woman, but also a mother who gives birth, which is itself a superhero act. I love that these characters are real humans in a messy family who argue and try to work it out and get things wrong."

With this cast and WandaVision's Matt Shakman at the head, I know The Fantastic Four: First Steps is going to be a Marvel movie that goes down in history. Read up on 5 New Marvel Movies Worth Watching.