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Low Carb, High Protein Breakfast & Brunch

As a family, we had a lot to celebrate this weekend. Birthdays, good news, and the end of a brutally cold mid-winter race. So, of course, we ate brunch. A lot of it. Side note: This post is all about brunch. If you don’t like brunch, then, I’m sorry but we really can’t be friends. After the Manasquan mid-winter beach run/walk, we ran even faster to a breakfast … Continue reading Low Carb, High Protein Breakfast & Brunch

Yoga is More Than a Workout

Yoga is a practice that I feel so strongly about, but many people just don’t believe that it’s a good workout. I’ve overheard, “yoga isn’t really a workout” or “what did you do in class today, stretch?” Whenever I hear this, I try to explain that yoga can be as strenuous or as relaxed as you want it to be. Why Everyone Needs to Stop Saying Yoga Doesn’t … Continue reading Yoga is More Than a Workout

Tropical Mango Salsa to Put You in the Summer Mindset

There’s nothing like the taste of fresh tropical fruit, refreshing drinks, and sea salt that sends me back to carefree beach days. In the pursuit of warmer weather, I made fish tacos and mango salsa. The perfect combination for a date night (or any night really). Check out the recipe, below. But first, here’s how we celebrated our Valentine’s Day brunch at Cookshop in Chelsea. Thanks Infatuation … Continue reading Tropical Mango Salsa to Put You in the Summer Mindset

Creamy Spinach Avocado Smoothie

Originally posted on Cacao and Kale:
Anyone else tend to eat more carbs and sugar on the weekend? Instead of ordering pizza, we made a veggie pizza at home using our pizza stone. You’ll love this recipe. It was delicious, but after I finished eating I felt overly full, bloated, and weighed down. The sugar in the wine that complimented the pizza made me crave more and more (side note: it was… Continue reading Creamy Spinach Avocado Smoothie

Veggie pizza

Homemade Veggie Pizza in Just 5 Easy Steps

Whether pizza is an unhealthy indulgence or a nourishing meal all depends on how it’s prepared. Think fresh vegetables, tomato sauce, and thin crust. When you’re making it yourself, your pizza will taste better without all of the grease. So, turn on the oven to 400 degrees, and make this healthier veggie pizza recipe: 1. Cut up your favorite fresh vegetables 2. Spread the tomato sauce on your favorite whole wheat … Continue reading Homemade Veggie Pizza in Just 5 Easy Steps

Exciting News: My First Liebster Award

Today, I am so excited to share with you that I was nominated for a Liebster Award by Marie Islander on Instagram @marieislander! Thank you so much. Just yesterday, I was talking about how writing and managing a blog on WordPress really opens up a lot of opportunities to connect with other bloggers, photographers, and even large brands and companies. I appreciate how supportive and welcoming the blogger community … Continue reading Exciting News: My First Liebster Award

Mini Pepper Nachos You’ll Love

Happy Super Bowl Sunday! Here’s a last minute recipe for you to make for the party people tonight or just for you. Make it in just three easy steps. 🙂 This recipe is inspired by one of my Top Five Healthier Super Bowl recipes, Mini Pepper Nachos with Corn, Black Beans and Avocado from Closet Cooking. Ingredients 1 1/3 cup corn (fresh or canned) 1 1/3 … Continue reading Mini Pepper Nachos You’ll Love