Hey all! I can’t believe June is almost past us and summer is on! We already have had the weather hit near 108 F and it’s been a hot one. You’d think I would get used to this since I’ve lived here all my life. yea… no. Even waking up at 4am for a bike ride does not help escape the heat unfortunately. I guess I may have to revisit swimming again 🙂 One thing I love to cool down with is a refreshing smoothie, popsicle, or anything topped with frozen fruit. We need to make a Costco run and get one of those giant bags of frozen fruit because I think we’ve been going through at least 3 bags of raspberries, blueberries, and cherries every week! For me, I’m all about contrasting flavors as well, so I have to top it with some kind of crunch. (more…)
June 26, 2011
April 1, 2011
bullseye and sloppy joes
Hi guys! I hope everyone is doing well. Summer is definitely here in the West and things are warming up! Today it hit 94 degrees, wow I need to get used to this again. I went for a ride today and it was hot! I also can’t believe that some over on the east coast are getting snow. Craziness. Things are going pretty good over here at eatingRD, just have been busy! I have a few simple recipes to share for when you just don’t feel like cookin’ 🙂 (more…)
March 7, 2011
rosemary’s restaurant + bike fitting party
Since I had a Groupon to Rosemary’s Restaurant about to expire before we would both be in town together to use it, and we also never really got a Valentine’s Day dinner together, we decided to get all fancied up and splurge! I’ve been wanting to try Rosemary’s for years now. It’s definitely the type of place we can only frequent maybe once a year, but boy it was worth it! It’s always so nice to have a special meal and it will definitely be one I will remember for a long time! (more…)
January 24, 2011
Happy Pho makes my tummy happy
Since being sick my appetite has been waaaay off, and I know when I’m not interested in eating there is something way wrong! I always seem to be interested in food! Hence the name, right? Hopefully this virus that has taken over my body will part ways soon and I can get my normal energy back. In the mean time, I’ve been trying to find food that sounds appetizing and I haven’t had much luck. I stand in front of the fridge pondering and waiting, just waiting to see if a good craving will pop up. Nothing but a small, ‘meh’ emerges, along with a painful cough. I just eat because I know that’s what I should do. But, alas! I actually found a great product that soothed my sore throat and chest and was pretty much the only thing that has made my tummy happy. (more…)
January 14, 2011
frugal eats + a confession
Alright, alright, I confess! So I had a slip-up with the Eat In Month Challenge last weekend and it wasn’t a mistake 😉 With Chris being away for work, I needed some socializing and I couldn’t help NOT going out with girlfriends!! I hadn’t hung out like that in awhile and it was fun! A nice dinner and then a round of cosmic bowling left us so tired there was no room left for dancing, just yawning. I think I’m getting old when 9:30 rolls around and I’m pooped! But I do sport those bowling shoes well . . . hehe (more…)
December 22, 2010
Lupo Restaurant
It is definitely the holiday season, and while I’m not too entirely prepared, Chris and I did finally get some Christmas decorations up the other night. Better late than never I guess, right? And what ever made me think that I would have some substantial time to work on my thesis over the holidays, I was sorely mistaken! There’s lots of shopping, prepping, and setting up get-togethers with good friends and family in town. I certainly can’t turn down a great meal with family! Last night we had dinner at a restaurant called Lupo in the Mandalay Bay. It was delicious and one of those nicer meals that make you smile. (more…)
August 31, 2010
wedding venue choice #1
whew, this week is proving to be a whirlwind already! In order to take a break from it all I thought I’d come back to my happy place and blog about a recent visit to a possible wedding spot. Even though our wedding date isn’t set exactly, we have an idea to look out for September 2012. I know you’re thinking, well why the heck are you already looking when it’s 2 long years away?! True True. I confess, once I get my mind going on something there’s no turning back! We visited a local golf course/country club called Anthem and it was gorgeous! (more…)
August 28, 2010
staycation at The M Resort
Many times taking a full vacation out of town is not always feasible or affordable, so to celebrate our 4th anniversary Chris and I decided to have a mini staycation at the M Resort! It’s fairly close to us, easy to get to, and is a beautiful hotel. It’s also not too far from the Strip either, but we kind of like being off the hustle and bustle of the strip ‘looking in’ from afar. It turned out to be a quick trip, and I wanted to stay longer of course, but it was fun and gave us a little break time together. (more…)
August 1, 2010
birthday dinner at nora’s + a winner!
I completely spaced that I was going to announce the winner of my reGen giveaway! oopsie. I also had to work on Saturday, so it’s been a little busy. The weekend is coming to an end once again, so I’ll do a quick re-cap of randomness and share a nice dinner we had a Nora’s Wine Bar for a friend’s birthday. (more…)
