I saw a box of red quinoa at TJ’s the other day and had to give it a try! Isn’t TJ’s just the bomb? I’m so glad we have one fairly close to us. I always seem to find something new to try. Well, that’s how I am at most grocery stores, go in for one or two things and come out like a kid in a candy store. Chris says I am no longer allowed in Whole Foods, ha! I also made my usual walnut crusted chicken with the quinoa dish, but added another ingredient for some extra crunch and texture. You’ll see! (more…)
July 28, 2010
July 25, 2010
Buitoni Pasta Party
This weekend is already flying by! It always goes by way too fast, especially when you’re trying to balance work and play 🙂 How was your weekend? I had the wonderful opportunity to host a Buitoni Pasta Party for some of my friends Saturday evening, which included lots of good food, conversation and vino to wash it down. Join me for a tasty re-cap! (more…)
July 22, 2010
recovery makes all the difference + a giveaway!
Recovery Nutrition, or what you ingest after a hard workout, is a integral component to any training plan. This is the time when there is increased blood flow to your working muscles and post-exercise allows for rapid nutrient replacement. This is especially important for those training two times per day or teams with two stages or events in one day. Be assured that if you get the right mix of recovery nutrients that your body deserves, you’ll replace your glycogen stores, repair muscle tissue, and facilitate maximal training adaptation and advancement. You’ll be revving to go! (more…)
July 15, 2010
make a difference with almond breeze
I wanted to dedicate this short post to highlight the Almond Breeze Taste and Make a Difference Program! As a Foodbuzz tastemaker I was chosen to feature a widget (on the right hand side) where you, my readers, have the option to make a difference by telling Almond Breeze how to divide $25K between five charitable organizations! Yes, that’s $25,000 DOLLARS!
As many of you know I recently completed my first century bike ride to benefit to LIVESTRONG which was an absolutely amazing experience. Because I have a strong passion for this great organization, I wanted to represent this charity in the challenge. I know Lance isn’t doing too hot in the Tour de France at the moment, and probably won’t win the Tour this year, but let’s send him off with a great donation for a great cause to help in the fight against cancer. Who’s with me???
All you have to do to help support LIVESTRONG is just one click on the right!
Read more for details of the challenge & how you can grab a coupon . . . (more…)
July 13, 2010
gangsta luv
Wazzz up my readers?! Don’t worry I haven’t gone loopy on you, well almost, but I did have the wonderful opportunity to see the one and only Snoop Dogg on Sunday night/Monday morning! It was at the night club Rain in the Palms Hotel. It was a private party for the group at pokerstars.net, which I have no affiliation with, but a good friend offered me a ticket and I was like . . . heck yes!
Now many of you may be quite confused . . . Kristen? A Snoop fan? That sweet, white girl likes rap and hip hop? Well, actually I do! Many of you may not know that I love to get my groove on since I’ve been a dancer for most of my life and on dance teams in high school and college. While my predominatly ectomorphic body type really was best for ballet, I sure like to busta move on the dance floor with some good ol’ hip hop. Probably one of my other favorite artists of this genre is Ludacris. I’m not going to lie, I was struggling on Monday morning, but let’s recap a great evening, shall we? . . . (more…)
July 11, 2010
camera blues
I sent my lens off to Canon last week and hopefully they will be able to send me a new one ASAP. I am sure missing it something fierce. I have an ancient piece of crap to work with and I’m trying to make the best of it. I hope you don’t mind 🙂 I have a great roasted pork loin with POM reduction recipe, along with a new twist on grilled pizza, and my first attempt at making coffee! (more…)
July 7, 2010
BBQ Salmon Burgers
I’ve been wanting to include more fresh fish in my diet, but it can be a challenge when it can be pretty darn expensive and many varieties are farmed, have color added, or aren’t eco-friendly. I would love to live near water where there is easier and cheaper access for fresh fish. Most of my staples include wild canned salmon and canned sardines, but there is just nothing like fresh. Since I don’t generally eat too much fresh fish, I will on occasion get farmed and probably PCB-ridden fish, but as with all things, moderation is key. I believe the benefits of moderate fish intake far outweighs the risks from contamination. Keep reading for a tasty BBQ Salmon Burger recipe! (more…)
July 5, 2010
food, friends, and independence
I just love three day weekends! With that one extra day it feels like so much more can be accomplished, in addition to some much needed relaxation. I’m so thankful I was able to have it off. I sure hope you guys had a nice fourth of July no matter what you were up to, working or otherwise. There was much to celebrate and be thankful for with great food, fun times with friends, and our country’s independence . . . (more…)
July 1, 2010
sausage pepper melts + a winner!
I’m trying to play a game called post catch-up, as the computer I am borrowing at the moment doesn’t have a driver with my card reader or something like that (so Chris says). I still haven’t heard anything back yet about my laptop 🙁 and I still have my finger’s crossed that I will get a credit for a new one soon. I hope, I hope, I hope. This time around I have an easy recipe for you and I’ll announce the CSN Stores Giftcard winner! Read on for (more…)
