It seems like all I’ve been posting lately is bike ride this and bike ride that doesn’t it?! Sorry about that, but alas I have another cycling event post! At this point last year when Chris was getting ready for Viva 2009, it was about 4 months after we had both started cycling and I had thought to myself, I don’t know if I could ever do a century! It’s funny to look back and realize that was going through my mind at that point in time. I was so happy for Chris, but I was still pretty new to this whole cycling thing and my foot was just barely touching the water. Flash forward to now and I’ve just about jumped right in!!! So far with this century under my belt now, I’ve finished 2 centuries, one of which was the Napa Century, and am going to be on a cycling team! A lot can happen over the course of a year . . . (more…)
October 10, 2010
October 6, 2010
what an experience – Furnace Creek 508
Hi guys!! I am sooo loving this cool down we are having! I actually had to put on a little zip up jacket when we were walking Buster last night. We even had a pretty torrential downpour Monday and I didn’t quite make it home from my bike ride (pic to follow). First, I have to share some pictures from the Furnace Creek 508 bike race this past weekend with my friend Jen. She is the most inspirational, amazingly strong cyclist and athlete I know and I was absolutely honored and excited to be on her crew. It was one experience I will never forget . . . (more…)
September 19, 2010
Pedal to the Medal
Hey guys! The weekend has flown by as usual and I admit most of it has been trying to get those miles in again. I’m about 3 weeks out from Viva Bike Vegas, and pretty much next Sunday will be my last full day to ride *gulp* I will be going out of town for some exciting events (details to follow)! If you want to check out my rides, read on (more…)
September 10, 2010
quick chicken tagine
I have never made any kind of tagine before but have always wanted to. Those weird, cone-shaped, clay-like dishes always piqued my interest, and I was curious as to what on earth was made in there. While I unfortunately don’t have a tagine cooking vessel of my own, I do have a large braising pan that worked well enough. I’m sure the long, slow-cooked flavors of a traditionally cooked tagine is out of this world, but this recipe is actually one of my new favorites! With the cooler weather coming around the corner, this is definitely the kind of recipe you’ll want to gather family and friends, cuddle up, and sit together at cozy kitchen tables with good food and conversation. (more…)
August 10, 2010
cumin-crusted salmon salad
I just adore salmon! I think I could eat it every day and then some. There is nothing like a perfectly cooked flaky, fatty fish, crusted with delicious goodness atop a bed of fresh greens, black beans, and oranges. It sure is refreshing for summer! The one and only thing that I don’t adore so much about salmon is the price, boo. Oh yes and the other thing about contaminants, colorings added, and PCBs, major boo. I try my best to get wild when I can, but man, $18/lb + is sure a steep hill that I don’t like to climb that often unless I’m eating out for a special occasion. I’ll admit that I did buy farmed at Whole Foods this time because it was cheaper at $13/lb. They say that it is sustainable with no added hormones. It sure tasted good, you’ll see! (more…)
August 5, 2010
another quinoa creation
I guess I’ve been on an quinoa kick and whipped up another delicious dinner with the funky red quinoa stuffed into a kabocha cup. I don’t know why but I’ve also been on an egg kick lately. When nothing else sounds good, I think of a nice runny egg or two on top of something. Strange? I guess I’m getting my choline fix. Or egg whites, oh yes egg whites, I’ve been microwaving those up a lot too. Not sure what it is about them, but I am loving them at the moment! Let’s see what this creation entails (more…)
July 28, 2010
funky quinoa & walnut chicken
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 22, 2010
recovery makes all the difference + a giveaway!
May 25, 2010
first century ride!
This ride was definitely one of the most challenging rides I’ve ever done, but I am so happy that I made it and I can finally say that I’ve biked 100 miles!!! (well, it actually turned out to be 106) It is an amazing and empowering feeling . . . and although I was a bit stiff the day after, I actually can’t wait to do it again crazy as it may sound 🙂 (more…)
