Monthly Archives: August 2010

Acai, Chia & Hemp.. What Gives?

I was in Whole Foods this week oogling organics and buying wine when.. I got to the healthfood section. I love how it’s strategically placed front and center in the store rather than tucked back near the pharmacy. I mean, it’s not like … Continue reading

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Saveur Magazine & Spicy Lamb Stew

And I do mean spicy!! So I have a confession to make. This may come as a surprise, but I am a cooking magazine junkie connoisseur of exquisitely written recipes and culinary eye candy. It’s my thing. Over the weekend I was helping … Continue reading

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Back to the Gym

Is it just me or is fall upon us? I’ve been subconsciously making the adjustment this week. You know its coming when you’d rather open a bottle of wine and have the girls over, than get dressed up and sit … Continue reading

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Wild Rice Summer Salad

Finally hump day, and Seattle is cooling off to the 70s now, so summer salad may be more appropriate where you are. I’m thinking soup. Yes, soup would be mighty fine today. BUT, I do like me a good wild … Continue reading

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What’s On The Menu This Week?

Happy Monday morning to you!! I hope you enjoyed a beautiful summer weekend. I certainly did. After a whirlwind schedule last week it was nice to be agenda-free finally. Friday night was the perfect recipe for unwinding: a bottle of … Continue reading

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Revisiting Darigold Creamers

I’d like to repost this Darigold coffee creamer piece since I was interviewed on New Day Northwest yesterday to discuss it. Natural ingredients, and naturally delicious. You can see the video here. Goooood morning world!!! So I haven’t shared this … Continue reading

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S’more Indulgence For Your Camping Pleasure

Go ahead, treat yourself this weekend! Are these not the cutest little brownies you ever saw? Before you read any further I should warn you that I did not attempt to cut any corners. These babies are full fat, real … Continue reading

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Barbecue Pizza and Follow Friday.. on Thursday!

“Happiness is not having what you want, but wanting what you have” –anonymous It really is the simple things isn’t it? This has been an especially fabulous week for me.. and for no particular reason.   BUT I can say that … Continue reading

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Pancakes for Runners

These whole-grain flapjacks are the perfect carb-load, post-run meal, or just great for anyone needing a fiberful meal packed with antiinflammatory Omega-3′s. As I get further into my marathon training, running 16, 18, 20 mile days, I find nutrition to be of … Continue reading

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