<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>vegan Archives - ON TAP FOR TODAY</title> <atom:link href="https://ontapfortoday.com/tag/vegan/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>http://ontapfortoday.com/tag/vegan/</link> <description>fun loving, inspired living</description> <lastBuildDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2018 23:06:16 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2</generator> <image> <url>https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/cropped-ACS_1560-1.jpg?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1</url> <title>vegan Archives - ON TAP FOR TODAY</title> <link>http://ontapfortoday.com/tag/vegan/</link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height> </image> <site xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">42026970</site> <item> <title>Meal plan + workouts | Week of 2/26/18</title> <link>https://ontapfortoday.com/2018/02/26/meal-plan-workouts-week-2-26-18/</link> <comments>https://ontapfortoday.com/2018/02/26/meal-plan-workouts-week-2-26-18/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Elizabeth]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2018 23:06:16 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Health and Wellness]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gluten free]]></category> <category><![CDATA[low fodmap]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Mama Beasts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[meal plan]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Running]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegan]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegetarian]]></category> <category><![CDATA[workouts]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://ontapfortoday.com/?p=10100</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>I turn 36 this week… so it’s probably time to start drinking more water, eating more kale, applying more wrinkle cream and sleeping eight hours a night. Or whatever. In case that stuff doesn’t work (or… I forget), I’ve got this week’s meal plan + workouts to fall back on. As I mentioned last week, I’m eliminating high FODMAP foods for the next few weeks, but most of these recipes are, like, perfect for normal people too. All recipes are vegetarian and can easily be adapted to be vegan and/or gluten free. MEAL PLAN + WORKOUTS | WEEK OF 2/26/18 WORKOUTS Monday: Mama Beasts Tuesday: Run and row at the Y Wednesday: Mama Beasts Thursday: TBD (likely run, maybe rest) Friday: Row + foam roll at the Cape Saturday: Basement workout at the Cape Sunday: Rest + foam roll MEAL PLAN Quinoa taboulleh: This is a super easy gluten-free adaptation of taboulleh/tabouli — I like this recipe from Ina Garten, and will use just the green part of the scallion to make it low FODMAP friendly. You can omit the feta to make it vegan. Mason jar salads (for lunches + dinners), using some of the great recipes Molly shared with us at our recent MB event (check out her website for even more great ideas!) with this lemon vinaigrette Tomato, feta + white bean salad (recipe from The Kitchn) Loaded guacamole vegetarian tacos (recipe from Soup Addict): I’ll make a few changes to make this low FODMAP: corn tortillas instead of flour, swap out the black beans for lentils, and begrudgingly omit the onions + garlic, and add some brown rice. Vegetarian tortilla soup (recipe from Karlijn’s Kitchen) My favorite hummus plate (again, with a few changes) + veggies Let the reverse aging cycle (or just, you know, solid self care) begin! Also On Tap for Today: Can You Bring Scalloped Potatoes on a Plane? From Food52 …as if I didn’t already love Chrissy Teigan. #emotionalsupportcasserole I think I need the little sister of my favorite dutch oven (after No Shop February…) for one/two person soups… Is it too early to start planning our Easter menu? What’s on your menu or workout schedule for the week?</p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2018/02/26/meal-plan-workouts-week-2-26-18/">Meal plan + workouts | Week of 2/26/18</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">I turn 36 this week… so it’s probably time to start drinking more water, eating more kale, applying more wrinkle cream and sleeping eight hours a night. Or whatever. In case that stuff doesn’t work (or… I forget), I’ve got this week’s meal plan + workouts to fall back on. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">As I mentioned last week, I’m eliminating high FODMAP foods for the next few weeks, but most of these recipes are, like, perfect for normal people too. All recipes are vegetarian and can easily be adapted to be vegan and/or gluten free. </span></p> <h3><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">MEAL PLAN + WORKOUTS | WEEK OF 2/26/18</span></h3> <p><img data-recalc-dims="1" fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-blog-width" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1352.photobucket.com/albums/q641/elizabethev/image%209_zps5gkhrjz9.jpg?resize=1024%2C791" alt="meal plan workouts 2/26/18" width="1024" height="791" /></p> <p><strong><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">WORKOUTS</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Monday: <a href="http://mamabeasts.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mama Beasts</a></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Tuesday: Run and row at the Y</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Wednesday: Mama Beasts</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Thursday: TBD (likely run, maybe rest)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Friday: Row + foam roll at the Cape</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Saturday: Basement workout at the Cape</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Sunday: Rest + foam roll</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">MEAL PLAN</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>Quinoa taboulleh:</strong> This is a super easy gluten-free adaptation of taboulleh/tabouli — I like <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/quinoa-tabbouleh-with-feta-3363436" target="_blank" rel="noopener">this recipe from Ina Garten</a>, and will use just the green part of the scallion to make it low FODMAP friendly. You can omit the feta to make it vegan.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>Mason jar salads</strong> (for lunches + dinners), using some of the great recipes Molly shared with us at our recent MB event (<a href="http://mollyrobsonwellness.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">check out her website for even more great ideas!</a>) with <a href="http://www.funwithoutfodmaps.com/low-fodmap-lemon-vinaigrette/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">this lemon vinaigrette</a> </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong><a href="https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-tomato-and-feta-white-bean-salad-247303" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tomato, feta + white bean salad</a></strong> (<em>recipe</em> <em>from The Kitchn</em>)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong><a href="http://soupaddict.com/2014/06/loaded-guacamole-vegetarian-tacos/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Loaded guacamole vegetarian tacos</a></strong> (<em>recipe from Soup Addict)</em>: I’ll make a few changes to make this low FODMAP: corn tortillas instead of flour, swap out the black beans for lentils, and begrudgingly omit the onions + garlic, and add some brown rice.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong><a href="https://karlijnskitchen.com/en/tortilla-soup/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Vegetarian tortilla soup</a></strong> <em>(recipe from Karlijn’s Kitchen)</em></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong><a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2015/08/04/today-six-minute-hummus-plate/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">My favorite hummus plate</a></strong> (again, with a few changes) + veggies</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Let the reverse aging cycle (or just, you know, solid self care) begin! </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Also <strong>On Tap for Today</strong>:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="https://food52.com/blog/21707-chrissy-teigen-wants-to-bring-scalloped-potatoes-on-her-flight?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Can You Bring Scalloped Potatoes on a Plane?</a> From Food52 …as if I didn’t already love Chrissy Teigan. #emotionalsupportcasserole</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">I think I need the <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/zMsJ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">little sister of my favorite dutch oven</a> (after No Shop February…) for one/two person soups…</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Is it too early to start planning our Easter menu? </span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>What’s on your menu or workout schedule for the week?</strong></span></p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2018/02/26/meal-plan-workouts-week-2-26-18/">Meal plan + workouts | Week of 2/26/18</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://ontapfortoday.com/2018/02/26/meal-plan-workouts-week-2-26-18/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">10100</post-id> </item> <item> <title>This week’s meal + workout plan</title> <link>https://ontapfortoday.com/2017/07/16/meal-workout-plan-week-of-july-17th/</link> <comments>https://ontapfortoday.com/2017/07/16/meal-workout-plan-week-of-july-17th/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Elizabeth]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sun, 16 Jul 2017 23:09:38 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Health and Wellness]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fitness]]></category> <category><![CDATA[menu plan]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegan]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegetarian]]></category> <category><![CDATA[wellness]]></category> <category><![CDATA[workouts]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://ontapfortoday.com/?p=9853</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Some weeks I fly by the seat of my yoga pants and things go well workout and meal-wise. But other times, we have a week like last week and the lack of planning nearly does me in. As much as I like to pretend I’m all Type C (is there one of those?), laid back and simultaneously highly motivated… I am not those things. I need a plan. I’ll be the first to admit I can be tightly wound and yet… given the chance to eat popcorn for dinner while watching three back-to-back episodes of The Great British Bake Off… I will take it. Every, single time. I thrive when my days are orderly and structured (which is sort of a pipe dream when you’re parenting). I like checking things (including workouts) off my list. And who doesn’t love knowing dinner is made and safely waiting for you in its nice little glass container in the fridge? I find a little planning and prep goes a long way. Even in the summer. When I’m trying to be all cool and casual. MEAL + WORKOUT PLAN | WEEK OF JULY 17 MEAL PLAN: Quinoa tabouli from Megan Gilmore’s Everyday Detox cookbook: I made this yesterday and have had it for lunch and two dinners since. It’s such a delicious, easy and nutritious meal. Ina Garten’s fresh corn salad Caprese salad with avocado: ‘Tis the season. Molly’s Herby Spelt Salad: Perfect for putting our little deck garden to use! I have been on such a farro salad kick lately, and am really looking forward to making this for dinner/lunches. Molly has so many great recipes on her blog— well worth a look. Chilled Lemon Dill Cucumber Noodles from The Kitchn: I finally joined the 2000’s and bought a handheld Oxo spiralizer and went down a major vegetable noodle rabbit hole. These noodles were a hit last week with baby Nick, so I’m planning to make them again with some farmers market cucumbers and roasted chickpeas for a little extra oomph (or protein, whatev). Baked stuffed sweet potatoes with black beans and pico de gallo. My super easy gazpacho with avocado toast. MEAL + SNACK PREP: Prepped today: Everyday Detox basil vinaigrette; smoothie for tomorrow morning (hemp milk, frozen pineapple, frozen peaches, raw honey + parsley); cooked farro; kale chips; cooked corn; washed + chopped fruit for breakfasts/snacks To prep tomorrow during naps (…God willing): Wash + chop vegetables for salads/snacks; bake sweet potatoes WORKOUTS I have a newfound love for our C2 Rower in the basement at the Cape. I’ve only ever rowed in short spurts during CrossFit classes, but realized this weekend how tough, effective and semi-fun a longer row can be. Monday: Stroller run/walk 4 miles Tuesday: Stroller run/walk 4 miles Wednesday: MB Tabata workout + row 30 minutes Thursday: Stroller run/walk 4 miles Friday: MB class or rest Saturday: Row 30 minutes Sunday: Rest Semi-related: If you’re looking for a new Spotify workout playlist, here are my current jams. Pardon the swear words. Also On Tap for Today: Some great (and summery!) menu ideas from The Kitchn Reorganizing our pantry (YOLO.) Oh, good… I am part of a micro-generation. What’s your workout or meal plan for the week?  </p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2017/07/16/meal-workout-plan-week-of-july-17th/">This week’s meal + workout plan</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Some weeks I fly by the seat of my yoga pants and things go well workout and meal-wise. But other times, we have <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2017/07/12/yesterday/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">a week like last week</a> and the lack of planning nearly does me in. As much as I like to pretend I’m all Type C (is there one of those?), laid back and simultaneously highly motivated… I am not those things. I need a plan.</span></p> <p><img data-recalc-dims="1" decoding="async" class="aligncenter" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1352.photobucket.com/albums/q641/elizabethev/IMG_7678_zpsa8zlqqbt.jpg?resize=658%2C1024" alt="meal plan July 17" width="658" height="1024" /></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">I’ll be the first to admit I can be tightly wound and yet… given the chance to eat popcorn for dinner while watching three back-to-back episodes of <em>The Great British Bake Off</em>… I will take it. Every, single time. I thrive when my days are orderly and structured (which is sort of a pipe dream when you’re parenting). </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">I like checking things (including workouts) off my list. And who doesn’t love knowing dinner is made and safely waiting for you in its nice little glass container in the fridge? I find a little planning and prep goes a long way. Even in the summer. When I’m trying to be all cool and casual. </span></p> <h3><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">MEAL + WORKOUT PLAN | WEEK OF JULY 17</span></h3> <p><img data-recalc-dims="1" decoding="async" class="aligncenter" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1352.photobucket.com/albums/q641/elizabethev/IMG_7675_zpslq8unjcp.jpg?resize=786%2C1024" alt="meal plan peach smoothie" width="786" height="1024" /></p> <h3><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">MEAL PLAN:</span></h3> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>Quinoa tabouli from Megan Gilmore’s <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Everyday-Detox-Recipes-Promote-Naturally/dp/1607747227/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1500242943&sr=8-1&keywords=everyday+detox" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Everyday Detox</a> cookbook:</strong> I made this yesterday and have had it for lunch and two dinners since. It’s such a delicious, easy and nutritious meal.</span></li> <li><strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/fresh-corn-salad-recipe-1914351" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Ina Garten’s fresh corn salad</span></a></strong></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>Caprese salad with avocado:</strong> ‘Tis the season. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="http://www.mollyrobsonwellness.com/blog/2011/06/summertime-eats?rq=Farro" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Molly’s Herby Spelt Salad</strong></a><strong>:</strong> Perfect for putting our little deck garden to use! I have been on such a <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2017/07/04/farro-salad-tomatoes-herbs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">farro salad</a> kick lately, and am really looking forward to making this for dinner/lunches. <a href="http://www.mollyrobsonwellness.com/blog/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Molly has so many great recipes on her blog</a>— well worth a look.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong><a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-lemon-dill-cucumber-noodles-246198" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Chilled Lemon Dill Cucumber Noodles from The Kitchn</a>:</strong> I finally joined the 2000’s and bought a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Good-Grips-Handheld-Spiralizer/dp/B013KAW5IQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1500244811&sr=8-2&keywords=oxo+spiralizer" target="_blank" rel="noopener">handheld Oxo spiralizer</a> and went down a major vegetable noodle rabbit hole. These noodles were a hit last week with baby Nick, so I’m planning to make them again with some farmers market cucumbers and roasted chickpeas for a little extra <em>oomph</em> (or protein, <em>whatev</em>).</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>Baked stuffed sweet potatoes</strong> with black beans and pico de gallo.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2014/03/10/today-organic-patio-gardening-cant-wait-summer-gazpacho/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>My super easy gazpacho</strong></a> with avocado toast.</span></li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">MEAL + SNACK PREP:</span></h3> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Prepped today: <em>Everyday Detox</em> basil vinaigrette; smoothie for tomorrow morning (hemp milk, frozen pineapple, frozen peaches, raw honey + parsley); cooked farro; <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2014/10/23/today-dill-lemon-garlic-kale-chips-and-snack-prep/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">kale chips</a>; cooked corn; washed + chopped fruit for breakfasts/snacks</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">To prep tomorrow during naps (…God willing): Wash + chop vegetables for salads/snacks; bake sweet potatoes</span></li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">WORKOUTS</span></h3> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">I have a newfound love for our C2 Rower in the basement at the Cape. I’ve only ever rowed in short spurts during CrossFit classes, but realized this weekend how tough, effective and semi-fun a longer row can be.</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>Monday:</strong> Stroller run/walk 4 miles</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>Tuesday:</strong> Stroller run/walk 4 miles</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>Wednesday:</strong> MB Tabata workout + row 30 minutes</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>Thursday:</strong> Stroller run/walk 4 miles</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>Friday:</strong> MB class or rest</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>Saturday:</strong> Row 30 minutes</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>Sunday:</strong> Rest</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Semi-related: If you’re looking for a new Spotify workout playlist, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/user/elizabethev/playlist/0zroLO7m3LmQ9May2D6kyS" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here are my current jams</a>. Pardon the swear words. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Also <strong>On Tap for Today</strong>:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/next-weeks-meal-plan-5-drool-worthy-dinners-for-the-week-ahead-246223" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Some great (and summery!) menu ideas from <em>The Kitchn</em></a></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Reorganizing our pantry (YOLO.)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Oh, good… I am part of <a href="http://didyouknowfacts.com/theres-now-a-name-for-the-micro-generation-born-between-1977-1983/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">a micro-generation</a>.</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">What’s your workout or meal plan for the week?</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2017/07/16/meal-workout-plan-week-of-july-17th/">This week’s meal + workout plan</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://ontapfortoday.com/2017/07/16/meal-workout-plan-week-of-july-17th/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">9853</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Big Game breakfast: sweet potato + black bean hash</title> <link>https://ontapfortoday.com/2017/02/02/big-game-breakfast-sweet-potato-black-bean-hash/</link> <comments>https://ontapfortoday.com/2017/02/02/big-game-breakfast-sweet-potato-black-bean-hash/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Elizabeth]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2017 19:49:50 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Food]]></category> <category><![CDATA[breakfast]]></category> <category><![CDATA[football]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gluten free]]></category> <category><![CDATA[superbowl sunday]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegan]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegetarian]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://ontapfortoday.com/?p=9698</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The “big game” is almost upon us (it’s up for debate, but most people are not allowed to use the official term in media… this peasant, yours truly, almost always plays it safe). When it comes to football, I am basically Zoolander in a coal miner’s bar, whispering “Who’s winning the match?” It would also not be unlike me to self-diagnose with the black lung… pop. I used to watch the game specifically for the commercials, but then State Farm gave my soul the black lung with that series of ads about preventable accidents, delivered by the ghosts of dead children. Or whatever that was. All I know is, I had a newborn in my arms and didn’t breath for at least three whole minutes. Sometimes I watch for the halftime show. I wish Left Shark was the star every year. But I have high hopes for Gaga. This year, though, I am fairly invested in the actual game. The Patriots are my hometown team (as in, they play in my hometown) and the Falcon’s Matt Ryan played quarterback at BC (and went to school too, obvi)… while I was playing quarterback of breaking the microfiche machine in the art library on the other side of campus. Now that you have all that wind up (including a Zoolander reference and a bit about a depressing insurance commercial), let’s talk about the most important part of football Sunday. The food. You likely have your drinks, dips, snacks and sweets lined up. But have you considered breakfast? I’ve got an easy + delicious way to kick off (get it… like… sports…) the day. Big Game breakfast: sweet potato + black bean hash with green apples Serves 2, gluten-free + vegan Ingredients: 2 cups sweet potatoes, cubed + roasted 1/2 cup diced yellow onion 1/2 cup diced red pepper 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed + drained 1 organic green apple, cored and diced (leave peel on) 1 tsp olive oil salt + pepper to taste optional: cilantro greens, shredded cabbage, or arugula Directions: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat, add diced onion and saute until soft Stir in peppers and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes before adding black beans, sweet potatoes, salt + pepper Remove from heat and stir in diced green apple Adjust seasoning if needed and top with greens, if you wish (my recipes aim to be polite…) If you find yourself with leftovers, I have a feeling this hash would be a real winner on a plate of nachos. Now that would be a touchdown. Stop me. Please. Also On Tap for Today: Bookmarking this old halftime workout from Greatist Cooking as a form of political organization from Food52 Dying over Grace wearing her Patriots gear to gymnastics today What’s on your football-watching menu?</p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2017/02/02/big-game-breakfast-sweet-potato-black-bean-hash/">Big Game breakfast: sweet potato + black bean hash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">The “big game” is almost upon us (<a href="http://www.mediaite.com/tv/why-are-people-afraid-to-say-super-bowl-on-tv/" target="_blank">it’s up for debate, but most people are not allowed to use the official term in media</a>… this peasant, yours truly, almost always plays it safe). </span><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">When it comes to football, I am basically Zoolander in a coal miner’s bar, whispering <em>“Who’s winning the match?” </em>It would also not be unlike me to self-diagnose with the black lung… pop.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">I used to watch the game specifically for the commercials, but then State Farm gave my soul the black lung with that series of ads about preventable accidents, delivered by the ghosts of dead children. Or whatever that was. All I know is, I had a newborn in my arms and didn’t breath for at least three whole minutes.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Sometimes I watch for the halftime show. I wish Left Shark was the star every year. But I have high hopes for Gaga.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">This year, though, I am fairly invested in the <em>actual</em> game. The Patriots are my hometown team (as in, they play in my hometown) and the Falcon’s <a href="https://www.bc.edu/bc-web/bcnews/campus-community/alumni/matt-ryan-super-bowl.html" target="_blank">Matt Ryan played quarterback at BC</a> (and went to school too, obvi)… while I was playing quarterback of breaking the microfiche machine in the art library on the other side of campus.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Now that you have all that wind up (including a Zoolander reference and a bit about a depressing insurance commercial), let’s talk about the most important part of football Sunday. The food. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">You likely have your drinks, dips, snacks and sweets lined up. But have you considered breakfast? I’ve got an easy + delicious way to kick off (get it… like… sports…) the day.</span></p> <h2><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Big Game breakfast: sweet potato + black bean hash with green apples</span></h2> <p><em><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Serves 2, gluten-free + vegan</span></em></p> <p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-blog-width" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1352.photobucket.com/albums/q641/elizabethev/IMG_2055_zpsypxhrlzj.jpg?resize=1024%2C768" alt="big game breakfast sweet potato black bean hash" width="1024" height="768" /></p> <h3><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Ingredients:</span></h3> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">2 cups sweet potatoes, cubed + roasted</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">1/2 cup diced yellow onion</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">1/2 cup diced red pepper</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">1/2 cup black beans, rinsed + drained </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">1 organic green apple, cored and diced (leave peel on)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">1 tsp olive oil</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">salt + pepper to taste</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">optional: cilantro greens, shredded cabbage, or arugula</span></li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Directions:</span></h3> <ol> <li>Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat, add diced onion and saute until soft</li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Stir in peppers and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes before adding black beans, sweet potatoes, salt + pepper</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Remove from heat and stir in diced green apple</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Adjust seasoning if needed and top with greens, if you wish (my recipes aim to be polite…)</span></li> </ol> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">If you find yourself with leftovers, I have a feeling this hash would be a real winner on a plate of nachos. <del>Now that would be a touchdown. Stop me. Please.</del></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Also <strong>On Tap for Today</strong>:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Bookmarking <a href="http://greatist.com/fitness/super-bowl-half-time-workout" target="_blank">this old halftime workout from Greatist </a></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="https://food52.com/blog/18946-this-is-what-democracy-cooks-like" target="_blank">Cooking as a form of political organization</a> from Food52</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Dying over Grace wearing her Patriots gear to gymnastics today</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">What’s on your football-watching menu?</span></strong></p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2017/02/02/big-game-breakfast-sweet-potato-black-bean-hash/">Big Game breakfast: sweet potato + black bean hash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://ontapfortoday.com/2017/02/02/big-game-breakfast-sweet-potato-black-bean-hash/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">9698</post-id> </item> <item> <title>What to eat when it’s freezing.</title> <link>https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/12/16/what-to-eat-when-its-freezing/</link> <comments>https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/12/16/what-to-eat-when-its-freezing/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Elizabeth]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2016 18:58:53 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Food]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gluten free]]></category> <category><![CDATA[local food]]></category> <category><![CDATA[nola's fresh foods]]></category> <category><![CDATA[polar vortex]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegan]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegetarian]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegetarian recipes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[winter]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://ontapfortoday.com/?p=9644</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The Polar Vortex is baaaa-aaack. So I made it some chili (vegetarian, obvi). In my opinion, it’s what to eat when it’s freezing. You can find my original recipe (a term I use lightly, mostly because it’s just like… sauté onions and garlic, add beans, add tomatoes, add whatever spices you have on hand, simmer, eat) here: vegetarian chili for lazy people. I topped today’s piping hot bowl with a handful of tortilla chips, some Fire Roasted Corn + Black Bean Salsa from Nola’s Fresh Foods. Nola’s is made minutes from our place in Southie and is a 2015 Martha Stewart American Made award winner. After receiving a complimentary sample a few weeks ago (delivered to my doorstep, no less), their salsa keeps ending up in our shopping cart. As for the lime wedge and the useless miniature wooden spoon… they’re mostly there because chili looks like, you know… chili. And I wanted to distract you from this. Did it work? But seriously. Make yourself a bowl. Also On Tap for Today: Friday morning workout with the Mama Beasts and re-remembering how to dress myself and my children for the cold (something I seem to need to do every winter…) 10 Natural Cleaning Recipes to Memorize from Apartment Therapy Well worth a read: My President Was Black, written by Ta-Nehisi Coates for The Atlantic How are you showing the Polar Vortex who’s boss? Or like… what’s for dinner tonight?  </p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/12/16/what-to-eat-when-its-freezing/">What to eat when it’s freezing.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">The <a href="http://www.refinery29.com/2016/12/132515/december-2016-polar-vortex" target="_blank">Polar Vortex</a> is baaaa-aaack. So I made it some chili (vegetarian, obvi). In my opinion, it’s what to eat when it’s freezing.</span></p> <p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-blog-width" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1352.photobucket.com/albums/q641/elizabethev/Image%206_zpsgnbcapsw.jpg?resize=1024%2C768" alt="what to eat when its freezing" width="1024" height="768" /></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">You can find my original recipe (a term I use lightly, mostly because it’s just like… <em>sauté onions and garlic, add beans, add tomatoes, add whatever spices you have on hand, simmer, eat</em>) here: <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2012/10/19/today-vegetarian-chili-for-lazy-people/" target="_blank">vegetarian chili for lazy people</a>. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">I topped today’s piping hot bowl with a handful of tortilla chips, some Fire Roasted Corn + Black Bean Salsa from <a href="http://www.nolasfreshfoods.com/products" target="_blank">Nola’s Fresh Foods</a>. Nola’s is made minutes from our place in Southie and is a 2015 Martha Stewart American Made award winner. After receiving a complimentary sample a few weeks ago (delivered to my doorstep, no less), their salsa keeps ending up in our shopping cart.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">As for the lime wedge and the useless miniature wooden spoon… they’re mostly there because chili looks like, you know… <em>chili</em>. And I wanted to distract you from this. Did it work?</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">But seriously. Make yourself a bowl.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Also <strong>On Tap for Today</strong>:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Friday morning workout with the <a href="http://quietbeastsfitness.com" target="_blank">Mama Beasts</a> and re-remembering how to dress myself and my children for the cold (something I seem to need to do every winter…)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/natural-cleaning-recipes-to-memorize-238778" target="_blank">10 Natural Cleaning Recipes to Memorize</a> from Apartment Therapy</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Well worth a read: <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2017/01/my-president-was-black/508793/" target="_blank">My President Was Black</a>, written by <a title="Ta-Nehisi Coates" href="https://www.theatlantic.com/author/ta-nehisi-coates/">Ta-Nehisi Coates</a> for The Atlantic</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">How are you showing the Polar Vortex who’s boss? Or like… what’s for dinner tonight?</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/12/16/what-to-eat-when-its-freezing/">What to eat when it’s freezing.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/12/16/what-to-eat-when-its-freezing/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">9644</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Vegan snacking with Lightlife + The Boston Veg Food Festival</title> <link>https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/10/21/vegan-snacking-with-lightlife-the-boston-veg-food-festival/</link> <comments>https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/10/21/vegan-snacking-with-lightlife-the-boston-veg-food-festival/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Elizabeth]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2016 12:15:49 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Food]]></category> <category><![CDATA[boston veg food festival]]></category> <category><![CDATA[lightlife]]></category> <category><![CDATA[snacks]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegan]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegetarian]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://ontapfortoday.com/?p=9577</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>You know my favorite meal is snack time. No secret there. I love a good snack plate. Grace says, “Me too.” VEGAN SNACKING WITH LIGHTLIFE   I recently had the chance to try Lightlife‘s new vegan Smart Jerky, the perfect addition to our afternoon snack plates, along with a few of the following: Fresh or dried fruit Nuts and seeds (’tis the season for pumpkin seeds) Kale chips Homemade chai protein bites Veggies and hummus Rice crackers and spicy black bean dip Each serving of Smart Jerky contains 9 grams of protein and is 100% plant-based, Non-GMO Project Verified, and Certified Vegan. It’s also really good. It’s low in calories (90 per serving) and shelf stable, so I could see this being a great on-the-go snack for fall adventures. Which reminds me… I really want to take a walk (a hike?) in the Blue Hills while the trees are still looking so spectacular. And we’ve yet to go apple picking. Jeez. Smart Jerky is available in two flavors (original and teriyaki) and can be purchased in the Boston area at Stop and Shop. It will be available nationally in 2017.   THE BOSTON VEG FOOD FESTIVAL Lightlife is one of the sponsors of this weekend’s 21st Annual Boston Veg Food Festival at the Reggie Lewis Center. The event is free and open to the public and features food sampling, 120 exhibitors, cooking demonstrations, noted speakers, opportunities to learn about protecting animals and the environment, children’s activities, and shopping. I’ve attended this event several times in the past and learned a great deal about new products and local vendors who cater to vegetarians… as well as how to live a bit healthier, a bit greener and a bit kinder. I recommend bringing a shopping bag (or two) with you and planning to spend a few hours checking out each booth and exhibit. It can get crowded, given the popularity of this event. (We vegetarians and vegans are very fun people to be around, after all.) You can park for free at the Reggie Lewis Center or take the T to Roxbury Crossing station (orange line), which is right across the street. The Boston Veg Food Festival Saturday, October 22nd 11 AM – 6 PM Sunday, October 23rd 10 AM – 4 PM Reggie Lewis Athletic Center, 1350 Tremont Street in Boston Alright… snack time! This post was sponsored by Lightlife. All opinions are my own. Obvi. Also On Tap for Today: Please take 2 minutes and register to vote (if you haven’t already) Very interesting read: The Politics of Pockets from racked.com Friday workout with the Mama Beasts <3 What’s your favorite on-the-go snack?</p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/10/21/vegan-snacking-with-lightlife-the-boston-veg-food-festival/">Vegan snacking with Lightlife + The Boston Veg Food Festival</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">You know my favorite meal is snack time. No secret there. I love a good snack plate. Grace says, “Me too.”</span></p> <h3><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">VEGAN SNACKING WITH LIGHTLIFE</span></h3> <p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-9582" src="https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8894.jpg?resize=1024%2C778&ssl=1" alt="vegan snack" width="1024" height="778" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8894.jpg?resize=1024%2C778&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8894.jpg?resize=300%2C228&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8894.jpg?resize=768%2C584&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8894.jpg?resize=572%2C435&ssl=1 572w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8894.jpg?resize=952%2C724&ssl=1 952w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8894.jpg?resize=919%2C699&ssl=1 919w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8894.jpg?w=2000&ssl=1 2000w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">I recently had the chance to try <a href="http://lightlife.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Lightlife</a>‘s new vegan Smart Jerky, the perfect addition to our afternoon snack plates, along with a few of the following:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Fresh or dried fruit</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Nuts and seeds (’tis the season for pumpkin seeds)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2014/10/23/today-dill-lemon-garlic-kale-chips-and-snack-prep/" target="_blank">Kale chips</a></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/05/29/chai-peanut-butter-protein-bites/" target="_blank">Homemade chai protein bites</a></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Veggies and hummus</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Rice crackers and <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2013/09/21/today-kitchen-tour-easy-gluten-free-vegan-black-bean-dip/" target="_blank">spicy black bean dip</a></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Each serving of Smart Jerky contains 9 grams of protein and is 100% plant-based, Non-GMO Project Verified, and Certified Vegan. It’s also <em>really</em> good. It’s low in calories (90 per serving) and shelf stable, so I could see this being a great on-the-go snack for fall adventures. Which reminds me… I really want to take a walk (a hike?) in the Blue Hills while the trees are still looking so spectacular. And we’ve yet to go apple picking. Jeez.</span></p> <p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-9583" src="https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8892.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1" alt="lightlife smart jerky" width="1024" height="768" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8892.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8892.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8892.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8892.jpg?resize=572%2C429&ssl=1 572w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8892.jpg?resize=952%2C714&ssl=1 952w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8892.jpg?resize=919%2C689&ssl=1 919w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8892.jpg?w=2000&ssl=1 2000w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8892.jpg?w=3000&ssl=1 3000w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Smart Jerky is available in two flavors (original and teriyaki) and can be purchased in the Boston area at Stop and Shop. It will be available nationally in 2017.</span></p> <p> </p> <h3><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">THE BOSTON VEG FOOD FESTIVAL</span></h3> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="http://lightlife.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Lightlife</a> is one of the sponsors of this weekend’s <a href="http://bostonveg.org/foodfest/" target="_blank">21st Annual Boston Veg Food Festival</a> at the Reggie Lewis Center. The event is free and open to the public and features food sampling, 120 exhibitors, cooking demonstrations, noted speakers, opportunities to learn about protecting animals and the environment, children’s activities, and shopping.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">I’ve attended this event several times in the past and learned a great deal about new products and local vendors who cater to vegetarians… as well as how to live a bit healthier, a bit greener and a bit kinder. I recommend bringing a shopping bag (or two) with you and planning to spend a few hours checking out each booth and exhibit. It can get crowded, given the popularity of this event. (We vegetarians and vegans are very fun people to be around, after all.)</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">You can park for free at the Reggie Lewis Center or take the T to Roxbury Crossing station (orange line), which is right across the street.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>The Boston Veg Food Festival</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Saturday, October 22nd 11 AM – 6 PM</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Sunday, October 23rd 10 AM – 4 PM</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Reggie Lewis Athletic Center, 1350 Tremont Street in Boston</span></li> </ul> <p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-9586" src="https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8893.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1" alt="vegan snacking" width="1024" height="768" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8893.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8893.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8893.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8893.jpg?resize=572%2C429&ssl=1 572w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8893.jpg?resize=952%2C714&ssl=1 952w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8893.jpg?resize=919%2C689&ssl=1 919w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8893.jpg?w=2000&ssl=1 2000w, https://i0.wp.com/ontapfortoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_8893.jpg?w=3000&ssl=1 3000w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Alright… snack time!</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><em>This post was sponsored by Lightlife. All opinions are my own. Obvi.</em></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Also On Tap for Today:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Please take 2 minutes and <a href="https://www.voteplz.org/register/?utm_source=pocket&utm_medium=app&utm_campaign=pocket-in-app#/" target="_blank">register to vote</a> (if you haven’t already)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Very interesting read: <a href="http://www.racked.com/2016/9/19/12865560/politics-of-pockets-suffragettes-women" target="_blank">The Politics of Pockets</a> <em>from racked.com</em></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Friday workout with the Mama Beasts <3</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>What’s your favorite on-the-go snack?</strong></span></p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/10/21/vegan-snacking-with-lightlife-the-boston-veg-food-festival/">Vegan snacking with Lightlife + The Boston Veg Food Festival</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/10/21/vegan-snacking-with-lightlife-the-boston-veg-food-festival/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">9577</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Chai + peanut butter protein bites</title> <link>https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/05/29/chai-peanut-butter-protein-bites/</link> <comments>https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/05/29/chai-peanut-butter-protein-bites/#comments</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Elizabeth]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sun, 29 May 2016 16:41:36 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Food]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Recipes (for Disaster)]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bob's Red Mill]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gluten free]]></category> <category><![CDATA[protein bites]]></category> <category><![CDATA[recipes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sweat Pink]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegan]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegetarian]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://ontapfortoday.com/?p=9409</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>  You guys. I can’t stop making these balls. And giggling about… balls. I promise this recipe is more refined than my sense of humor. CHAI + PEANUT BUTTER PROTEIN BITES Vegan, gluten-free… and like, cooking-free. Which is to say, you don’t need to cook them. Makes 10-15 protein bites (or balls, call ’em what you will). INGREDIENTS 1 serving of Bob’s Red Mill Chai Protein Powder Nutritional Booster 1/3 cup peanut butter 1/3 cup gluten free rolled oats 1/3 cup agave nectar 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp cinnamon 3/4 teaspoon sea salt DIRECTIONS Mix protein powder, nut butter and oats in your food processor or blender. Add agave nectar, vanilla, cinnamon and sea salt and pulse until dough is well combined. Move mixture to a small bowl and carefully stir in chocolate chips. Roll dough into small balls and place in a parchment-lined container, store in the refrigerator. Or just, like, eat them. Recipe notes: You can use your favorite protein powder for this recipe — chocolate or vanilla would work great. And feel free to use maple syrup in place of agave. Oh, and you can omit the chocolate chips (thereby omitting the fun… but, hey) if you’d like. I used a brand-new blend from Bob’s Red Mill line of nutritional boosters and am completely hooked. It’s made from pea protein powder, chicory root fiber, chia seeds, probiotics, and sweetened with monk fruit extract. It is gluten free, vegan, a good source of omega-3, an excellent source of iron, and high in protein and fiber. No weird chemicals. No weird tastes. Just balls. Disclaimer: I received complimentary samples of Bob’s Red Mill new nutritional boosters for an Instagram project (you can follow me here: @ElizabethEv) with Sweat Pink… but I didn’t want to keep this good stuff from you and just had to share it On Tap, too. Also On Tap for Today: How cute are these printable ice cream truck gift tags from Oh Happy Day? Prepping for 12 weeks of food and fitness tracking… because, why not… and also… bathing suits Singing about water safety (this is my life) Do you have a favorite broprotein powder?</p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/05/29/chai-peanut-butter-protein-bites/">Chai + peanut butter protein bites</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> </p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><em>You guys.</em> I can’t stop making these balls. And giggling about… balls. I promise this recipe is more refined than my sense of humor.</span></p> <p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1352.photobucket.com/albums/q641/elizabethev/chai%20and%20peanut%20butter%20protein%20bites_zpssdt7kctm.jpg?resize=1024%2C730" alt="chai and peanut butter protein bites" width="1024" height="730" /></p> <h3><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>CHAI + PEANUT BUTTER PROTEIN BITES</strong></span></h3> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><em>Vegan, gluten-free… and like, cooking-free. Which is to say, you don’t need to cook them. Makes 10-15 protein bites (or balls, call ’em what you will). </em></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><b>INGREDIENTS</b></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">1 serving of <a href="http://www.bobsredmill.com/chai-protein-powder-nutritional-booster.html" target="_blank">Bob’s Red Mill Chai Protein Powder Nutritional Booster</a></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">1/3 cup peanut butter</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">1/3 cup gluten free rolled oats </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">1/3 cup agave nectar</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">1/4 cup dark chocolate chips</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">1 tsp vanilla extract</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">1 tsp cinnamon</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">3/4 teaspoon sea salt</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><b>DIRECTIONS</b></span></p> <ol> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Mix protein powder, nut butter and oats in your food processor or blender.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Add agave nectar, vanilla, cinnamon and sea salt and pulse until dough is well combined.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Move mixture to a small bowl and carefully stir in chocolate chips. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Roll dough into small balls and place in a parchment-lined container, store in the refrigerator. Or just, like, eat them.</span></li> </ol> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>Recipe notes:</strong> You can use your favorite protein powder for this recipe — chocolate or vanilla would work great. And feel free to use maple syrup in place of agave. Oh, and you can omit the chocolate chips (thereby omitting the fun… but, <em>hey</em>) if you’d like. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">I used a brand-new blend from Bob’s Red Mill line of nutritional boosters and am completely hooked. It’s made from pea protein powder, chicory root fiber, chia seeds, probiotics, and sweetened with monk fruit extract. It is gluten free, vegan, a good source of omega-3, an excellent source of iron, and high in protein and fiber. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">No weird chemicals. No weird tastes. Just balls. </span></p> <p><em><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Disclaimer: I received complimentary samples of <a href="http://www.bobsredmill.com/shop/nutritional-boosters.html" target="_blank">Bob’s Red Mill new nutritional boosters</a> for an Instagram project (you can follow me here: <a href="http://instagram.com/elizabethev" target="_blank">@ElizabethEv</a>) with Sweat Pink… but I didn’t want to keep this good stuff from you and just had to share it On Tap, too.</span></em></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Also <strong>On Tap for Today</strong>:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">How cute are <a href="http://ohhappyday.com/2016/05/free-printable-ice-cream-truck-gift-tags/" target="_blank">these printable ice cream truck gift tags</a> from <em>Oh Happy Day</em>?</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Prepping for 12 weeks of food and fitness tracking… because, <em>why not</em>… and also… <em>bathing suits</em></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="http://www.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/f3c094ac-c845-4aa3-905c-2b0906706880/stay-safe-near-the-water-strategy-song-daniel-tigers-neighborhood/" target="_blank">Singing about water safety</a> (this is my life)</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>Do you have a favorite <del>bro</del>protein powder?</strong> </span></p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/05/29/chai-peanut-butter-protein-bites/">Chai + peanut butter protein bites</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/05/29/chai-peanut-butter-protein-bites/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>2</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">9409</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Today: Cleaning up at the farmers market, Whole Foods and freshii.</title> <link>https://ontapfortoday.com/2015/06/09/today-cleaning-up-at-the-farmers-market-whole-foods-and-freshii/</link> <comments>https://ontapfortoday.com/2015/06/09/today-cleaning-up-at-the-farmers-market-whole-foods-and-freshii/#comments</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Elizabeth]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2015 13:52:38 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Food]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Health and Wellness]]></category> <category><![CDATA[clean eating]]></category> <category><![CDATA[farmers market]]></category> <category><![CDATA[food haul]]></category> <category><![CDATA[freshii]]></category> <category><![CDATA[market haul]]></category> <category><![CDATA[South Boston]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegan]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegetarian]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Whole Foods]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://ontapfortoday.com/?p=8819</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>I held off on our grocery shopping this week until we had a chance to swing by our neighborhood’s Farmers Market (on West Broadway on Mondays, 12-6PM — click here to find a farmers market in your ‘hood). Clearly someone was excited to get her hands on a summer tomato. We ended up checking off quite a few items from our shopping list: a pint of grape tomatoes, a head of speckled romaine lettuce, a pint of strawberries and a bunch of asparagus from Freitas Farm a bunch of kale and a half dozen or so tomatoes from Wenger Farm in Bellingham After walking back home and unloading our haul (minus the tomato that Grace ate like an apple on the way home, and the half pint of strawberries we shared as soon as we got in the door), we finished up our shopping at Whole Foods Market in the South End. Dairy: organic whole milk yogurt for Grace, shredded mozzarella cheese, pepper jack cheese Produce: raspberries, blueberries, English cucumber, green apples, garlic, red onion, bananas, carrots, celery, ginger root, grapes, watermelon Staples: quinoa, pearled couscous, canned whole tomatoes, black beans, chickpeas Non-vegetarian things for my non-vegetarian husband: two spicy Italian sausages (basically, this is how I buy meat: I go to the butcher’s counter, have a mild panic attack, point to something and say a random number… in this case, two) Impulse purchase: Caprese salad from the antipasto bar After the longest… winter… ever…. during which we ordered more…. pizza… thanweshouldhave… we’ve been making a concerted effort to clean up our meals. Being home and having more flexibility and time to shop, prep and cook has certainly helped, but I think our efforts (and all that sunshine) are definitely paying off. I’ve been sleeping better, have more energy, and look less zombie-ish (I think). I’ve kicked my Diet Coke habit (though I did sneak a few sips at my brother and sister-in-law’s cookout after Sunday’s 5k), have fewer sugar cravings, and generally just feel… less like someone who ate too much pizza. I recently had the chance to check out the new freshii location that opened in the Back Bay this spring. Freshii generously offered me a gift card for my first visit, and I’ve been back several times (both to the Back Bay and Fort Point locations) since. It’s so nice to have a convenient and affordable place nearby to stop in for a quick, healthy meal or pick-me-up. Their juices and salads, in particular, are really fantastic and I love freshii’s commitment to sustainability and their “Mission Green.” Oh, and their frozen yogurt? It’s the perfect compliment to all those fruits and vegetables. Also On Tap for Today: 20 Strawberry Recipes to Make Your Summer Even Sweeter via The Kitchn How to tell when Clark needs a bath: he suddenly and overwhelmingly smells like Fritos Vegan Recipes: Summer Vegetables Take Center Stage via Whole Story (The Whole Foods Market blog) Where is your favorite place to food shop?  </p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2015/06/09/today-cleaning-up-at-the-farmers-market-whole-foods-and-freshii/">Today: Cleaning up at the farmers market, Whole Foods and freshii.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">I held off on our grocery shopping this week until we had a chance to swing by our neighborhood’s Farmers Market (on West Broadway on Mondays, 12-6PM — <a href="http://www.localharvest.org/">click here to find a farmers market in your ‘hood</a>). </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Clearly someone was excited to get her hands on a summer tomato.</span></p> <p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1352.photobucket.com/albums/q641/elizabethev/FullSizeRender%2015_zpslqkng3nt.jpg?resize=1024%2C358" alt="" width="1024" height="358" /></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">We ended up checking off quite a few items from our shopping list: </span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">a pint of grape tomatoes, </span><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">a head of speckled romaine lettuce, </span><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">a pint of strawberries and a bunch of asparagus from Freitas Farm </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">a bunch of kale and a half dozen or so tomatoes from Wenger Farm in Bellingham </span></li> </ul> <p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1352.photobucket.com/albums/q641/elizabethev/IMG_6506_zpswlrmq2bo.jpg?resize=1024%2C768" alt="" width="1024" height="768" /></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">After walking back home and unloading our haul (minus the tomato that Grace ate like an apple on the way home, and the half pint of strawberries we shared as soon as we got in the door), we finished up our shopping at Whole Foods Market in the South End. </span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Dairy: organic whole milk yogurt for Grace, shredded mozzarella cheese,</span> <span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">pepper jack cheese</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Produce: raspberries, blueberries, English cucumber, green apples, garlic, red onion, bananas, carrots, celery, ginger root, grapes, watermelon</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Staples: quinoa, pearled couscous, canned whole tomatoes, black beans, chickpeas</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Non-vegetarian things for my non-vegetarian husband: two spicy Italian sausages (basically, this is how I buy meat: I go to the butcher’s counter, have a mild panic attack, point to something and say a random number… in this case, <em>two</em>)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Impulse purchase: Caprese salad from the antipasto bar </span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">After the <em>longest… winter… ever….</em> during which we ordered <em>more…. pizza… thanweshouldhave…</em> we’ve been making a concerted effort to clean up our meals. Being home and having more flexibility and time to shop, prep and cook has certainly helped, but I think our efforts (and all that sunshine) are definitely paying off. I’ve been sleeping better, have more energy, and look less zombie-ish (I think). I’ve kicked my Diet Coke habit (though I did sneak a few sips at my brother and sister-in-law’s cookout after Sunday’s 5k), have fewer sugar cravings, and generally just feel… less like <em>someone who ate too much pizza</em>.</span></p> <p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1352.photobucket.com/albums/q641/elizabethev/IMG_6266_zpshv34sza5.jpg?resize=1024%2C683" alt="" width="1024" height="683" /></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">I recently had the chance to check out the new <a href="https://www.freshii.com/ca" target="_blank">freshii</a> location that opened in the Back Bay this spring. Freshii generously offered me a gift card for my first visit, and I’ve been back several times (both to the Back Bay and Fort Point locations) since. It’s so nice to have a convenient and affordable place nearby to stop in for a quick, healthy meal or pick-me-up. Their juices and salads, in particular, are really fantastic and I love freshii’s commitment to sustainability and their “<a href="https://www.freshii.com/us/about#mission-green" target="_blank">Mission Green</a>.”</span></p> <p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1352.photobucket.com/albums/q641/elizabethev/IMG_6276_zpsq6lf4a8e.jpg?resize=1024%2C683" alt="" width="1024" height="683" /></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Oh, and their frozen yogurt? It’s the perfect compliment to all those fruits and vegetables.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Also <strong>On Tap for Today</strong>:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/20-strawberry-recipes-to-make-your-summer-even-sweeter-recipes-from-the-kitchn-220145" target="_blank">20 Strawberry Recipes to Make Your Summer Even Sweeter</a> <em>via The Kitchn</em></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">How to tell when Clark needs a bath: he suddenly and overwhelmingly smells like Fritos</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/blog/vegan-recipes-summer-vegetables-take-center-stage" target="_blank">Vegan Recipes: Summer Vegetables Take Center Stage</a> <em>via Whole Story (The Whole Foods Market blog)</em></span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Where is your favorite place to food shop?</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2015/06/09/today-cleaning-up-at-the-farmers-market-whole-foods-and-freshii/">Today: Cleaning up at the farmers market, Whole Foods and freshii.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://ontapfortoday.com/2015/06/09/today-cleaning-up-at-the-farmers-market-whole-foods-and-freshii/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>2</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">8819</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Today: Dill, lemon and garlic kale chips and snack prep.</title> <link>https://ontapfortoday.com/2014/10/23/today-dill-lemon-garlic-kale-chips-and-snack-prep/</link> <comments>https://ontapfortoday.com/2014/10/23/today-dill-lemon-garlic-kale-chips-and-snack-prep/#comments</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Elizabeth]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2014 16:10:34 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Baby]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Health and Wellness]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Recipes (for Disaster)]]></category> <category><![CDATA[baby food]]></category> <category><![CDATA[FitFluential]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gluten free]]></category> <category><![CDATA[meal planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[meal prep]]></category> <category><![CDATA[recipes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Tone it Up]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegan]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegetarian]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://ontapfortoday.com/?p=8430</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>A few years back, when eating small meals throughout the day came into vogue, I was like… Duh. Been doing that for ages. (I think that was the only time in my life I’ve been ahead of the curve and/or a tiny bit hipsterish.) For better or for worse, I’d much rather graze than eat an entire meal of food. Except at dinner time. It’s nice (and, I think, important) to make time to sit down as a little family. Meal planning and prep, for me, is really more snack planning and prep. I whipped up a few especially good snacks this week, including the dill, lemon and garlic kale chips below. One look at our fridge will tell you that kale is in season in New England. And that I can’t resist a farm stand deal. Dill, lemon and garlic kale chips Ingredients 1 bunch of kale, trimmed 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 garlic clove, minced 2 heaping teaspoons fresh dill zest of 1 lemon Directions Preheat oven to 375. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicon mat. Wash your kale and blot it dry with a paper towel. Remove stems and cut or tear leaves into small pieces. In a large bowl, combine kale, olive oil, garlic, dill and lemon zest. I hate when people say massage the kale, but um… massage the kale, and make sure it is evenly coated in oil and that your other ingredients are well distributed. Artfully (just kidding…) arrange kale on your baking sheet and bake for approximately 15 minutes (or until crispy, but not… burnt). Let your kale chips cool before eating. I love the combination of lemon and fresh herbs (and who can say no to garlic?), and while I will always have a thing for actual chips, these kale chips are a great way to green up my afternoon snacking. While the kale chips were baking, I chopped up some vegetables for salads and baby food purees and scrolled through the new fall edition of the Tone It Up Nutrition Plan for some snack prep inspiration. I purchased the plan a few years ago, and love when new updates are released to members. There are so many vegan recipes that I am looking forward to making from the fall edition. I started with their spicy roasted chickpeas, frozen yogurt blueberries and Heart Beet juice (pictured above). Each recipe only took a few minutes to prepare, as I (miraculously) had all the ingredients on hand. One shortcut (I’m all about the shortcuts, ’bout the shortcuts, no longcuts) I’m willing to pay a bit extra for these days are packaged, cooked organic beets. Same goes for butternut squash (for safety reasons alone, it’s worth the price — you do not want to be see me wrestle a squash while wielding a sharp knife) and other tough produce that Grace seems to love. I’m finding that so many of the snacks and meals I’m planning for the week can be seasoned and then pureed or mashed for her to enjoy, too. Speaking of that lovely baby, we have had a rough couple of weeks sleep-wise. I suppose we needed to make progress in order to regress (some good ol’ parent spin zone talk for you), but we’ve been firmly in the grips of a sleep regression lately. As much as I want to reach for the Diet Coke (like, a hundred of them) in times like these, I know that more caffeine is probably not the answer. I’m making good on my October goals by getting out of my own way, and ensuring I have better choices on hand: lots of iced green tea (I brew a pitcher and divide it up once it has cooled), fresh juice, and plenty of water to pair with all those meals snacks. Also On Tap for Today: Fellow tea drinker? Sign up for the HLB Fall Tea Swap here. Unintentionally puddle jumping my way to work I love this: 5 Books That Fueled My Childhood Love of Food via The Kitchn Are you a snacker or a full meal type of person?</p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2014/10/23/today-dill-lemon-garlic-kale-chips-and-snack-prep/">Today: Dill, lemon and garlic kale chips and snack prep.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A few years back, when eating small meals throughout the day came into vogue, I was like… <em>Duh</em>. <em>Been doing that for ages.</em> (I think that was the only time in my life I’ve been ahead of the curve and/or a tiny bit hipsterish.) For better or for worse, I’d much rather graze than eat <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=He6Kcqy14HE" target="_blank">an entire meal of food</a>. Except at dinner time. It’s nice (and, I think, important) to make time to sit down as a little family.</p> <p>Meal planning and prep, for me, is really more <em>snack</em> planning and prep. I whipped up a few especially good snacks this week, including the <strong>dill, lemon and garlic kale chips</strong> below. One look at our fridge will tell you that kale is in season in New England. And that I can’t resist a farm stand deal.</p> <p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1352.photobucket.com/albums/q641/elizabethev/dilllemonandgarlickalechips_zps301d2b8b.jpg?resize=1024%2C1010" alt="dill lemon and garlic kale chips recipe" width="1024" height="1010" /></p> <h2>Dill, lemon and garlic kale chips</h2> <h3>Ingredients</h3> <ul> <li>1 bunch of kale, trimmed</li> <li>2 tablespoons olive oil</li> <li>1 garlic clove, minced</li> <li>2 heaping teaspoons fresh dill</li> <li>zest of 1 lemon</li> </ul> <h3>Directions</h3> <ol> <li>Preheat oven to 375.</li> <li>Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicon mat.</li> <li>Wash your kale and blot it dry with a paper towel. Remove stems and cut or tear leaves into small pieces.</li> <li>In a large bowl, combine kale, olive oil, garlic, dill and lemon zest.</li> <li>I hate when people say <em>massage the kale</em>, but um… massage the kale, and make sure it is evenly coated in oil and that your other ingredients are well distributed.</li> <li>Artfully (just kidding…) arrange kale on your baking sheet and bake for approximately 15 minutes (or until crispy, but not… burnt). Let your kale chips cool before eating.</li> </ol> <p>I love the combination of lemon and fresh herbs (and who can say <em>no</em> to garlic?), and while I will always have a thing for <em>actual</em> chips, these kale chips are a great way to green up my afternoon snacking.</p> <p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1352.photobucket.com/albums/q641/elizabethev/snackprep_zps5489586d.jpg?resize=1024%2C363" alt="snack prep" width="1024" height="363" /></p> <p>While the kale chips were baking, I chopped up some vegetables for salads and baby food purees and scrolled through the new fall edition of the <a href="http://toneitup.com/nutrition-programs/" target="_blank">Tone It Up Nutrition Plan</a> for some snack prep inspiration. I purchased the plan a few years ago, and love when new updates are released to members. There are so many vegan recipes that I am looking forward to making from the fall edition. I started with their <strong>spicy roasted chickpeas</strong>, <strong>frozen yogurt blueberries</strong> and <strong>Heart Beet juice</strong> (pictured above). Each recipe only took a few minutes to prepare, as I (miraculously) had all the ingredients on hand.</p> <p>One shortcut (<em>I’m all about the shortcuts, ’bout the shortcuts, no longcuts</em>) I’m willing to pay a bit extra for these days are <a href="http://www.lovebeets.com/" target="_blank">packaged, cooked organic beets</a>. Same goes for butternut squash (for safety reasons alone, it’s worth the price — you do not want to be see me wrestle a squash while wielding a sharp knife) and other tough produce that Grace seems to love. I’m finding that so many of the snacks and meals I’m planning for the week can be seasoned and then pureed or mashed for her to enjoy, too.</p> <p>Speaking of that lovely baby, we have had a rough couple of weeks sleep-wise. I suppose we needed to make progress in order to regress (some good ol’ parent <em>spin zone</em> talk for you), but we’ve been firmly in the grips of a sleep regression lately. As much as I want to reach for the Diet Coke (like, a hundred of them) in times like these, I know that <em>more</em> caffeine is probably not the answer.</p> <p>I’m making good on <a title="Today: October goals." href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2014/10/01/today-october-goals/" target="_blank">my October goals</a> by getting out of my own way, and ensuring I have better choices on hand: lots of<strong> iced green tea</strong> (I brew a pitcher and divide it up once it has cooled), <strong>fresh juice</strong>, and plenty of water to pair with all those <del>meals</del> snacks.</p> <p>Also <strong>On Tap for Today</strong>:</p> <ul> <li>Fellow tea drinker? <a href="http://healthylivingblogs.com/2014/10/fall-2014-tea-swap/" target="_blank">Sign up for the HLB Fall Tea Swap here</a>.</li> <li>Unintentionally puddle jumping my way to work</li> <li>I love this: <a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/5-books-that-fueled-my-childhood-love-for-food-essential-cookbooks-211575" target="_blank">5 Books That Fueled My Childhood Love of Food</a> <em>via The Kitchn</em></li> </ul> <p><strong>Are you a snacker or a full meal type of person?</strong></p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2014/10/23/today-dill-lemon-garlic-kale-chips-and-snack-prep/">Today: Dill, lemon and garlic kale chips and snack prep.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://ontapfortoday.com/2014/10/23/today-dill-lemon-garlic-kale-chips-and-snack-prep/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>3</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">8430</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Today: Organic patio gardening and can’t-wait-for-summer gazpacho.</title> <link>https://ontapfortoday.com/2014/03/10/today-organic-patio-gardening-cant-wait-summer-gazpacho/</link> <comments>https://ontapfortoday.com/2014/03/10/today-organic-patio-gardening-cant-wait-summer-gazpacho/#comments</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Elizabeth]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2014 17:46:27 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Home]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Recipes (for Disaster)]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Boston]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Boston Flower & Garden Show]]></category> <category><![CDATA[city life]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gardening]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gluten free]]></category> <category><![CDATA[organic]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Organic Choice]]></category> <category><![CDATA[recipes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[spring]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegan]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegetarian]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://ontapfortoday.com/?p=8119</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>This post brought to you by Organic Choice. All opinions are 100% mine. When Nick and I started looking for a new condo (we were expecting Grace and I imagine she was expecting… to not share a room with her parents and dog), outdoor space was at the top of our wish list. With spring in sight (sort of… right?), I can’t wait to make the most of our new patio, which is conveniently located just off the kitchen. While bundled up in sweaters, layered with other sweaters, I’ve been day dreaming about growing our own herbs, vegetables and flowers. Nothing says “Adios, polar vortex!” quite like homegrown produce. I recently learned about Organic Choice, Scotts’ line of fully organic gardening products, and look forward to incorporating their products into my plans. Better for the environment than conventional products, Organic Choice is perfect for edible gardening and is available at major retailers. I can barely contain my excitement (it spilled over onto Pinterest, where I’ve started a board with all kinds of ideas for planting and potting) at the thought of fresh basil, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant salad greens growing just outside our door. In little containers (we’re city folks, after all). We’ve always taken advantage of my parents’ garden, making spicy gazpacho, salsa, polenta pizzas topped with fresh herbs, summer rolls and crisp salads with their tomatoes, greens, and vegetables. I am hoping I can convince my dad to help keep our patio plants alive… perhaps in exchange for some of that gazpacho? Can’t-wait-for-summer gazpacho Ingredients: 3-4 large tomatoes, roughly chopped 1/2 large red onion, diced 1 English cucumber, peeled and chopped 1 bell pepper, chopped 3-4 cloves of garlic 1 handful of fresh cilantro 1 handful of fresh parsley Olive oil Red wine vinegar Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Add tomatoes to the bowl of your food processor or blender and pulse until nearly smooth. Add cucumber, onion, garlic, cilantro, and a drizzle each of olive oil and red wine vinegar and blend until you reach desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper. Be thankful winter is nearly over. Time to peel off a layer of sweaters, finish off a bowl of gazpacho, and start putting those gardening plans into action.   Also On Tap for Today: Looking forward to the Boston Flower and Garden Show this week Wearing flip flops (indoors… but they’re flip flops nevertheless) 22 amazing houseplants that will never, ever die (allegedly) via BuzzFeed Do you have spring planting plans? Or tips for city gardening?</p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2014/03/10/today-organic-patio-gardening-cant-wait-summer-gazpacho/">Today: Organic patio gardening and can’t-wait-for-summer gazpacho.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>This post brought to you by <a href="http://app.socialspark.com/disclosure_clicks?oid=12100538" rel="nofollow">Organic Choice</a>. All opinions are 100% mine.</em></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 1.3em; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">When Nick and I started looking for a new condo (we were expecting Grace and I imagine she was expecting… to <em>not</em> share a room with her parents and dog), outdoor space was at the top of our wish list. With spring in sight (sort of… <em>right?</em>), I can’t wait to make the most of our new patio, which is conveniently located just off the kitchen. While bundled up in sweaters, layered with other sweaters, I’ve been day dreaming about growing our own herbs, vegetables and flowers.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 1.3em; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Nothing says <em>“Adios, polar vortex!”</em> quite like homegrown produce.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 1.3em; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; text-align: center;"><img data-recalc-dims="1" decoding="async" class="aligncenter" style="border: 0px; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 655px; height: 491px;" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1352.photobucket.com/albums/q641/elizabethev/freshtomatoesjpg_zps1739b34d.jpg" alt="" data-mce-="" /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 1.3em; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">I recently learned about <a href="http://app.socialspark.com/clicks?lid=33557&oid=12100538" rel="nofollow">Organic Choice</a>, Scotts’ line of fully organic gardening products, and look forward to incorporating their products into my plans. Better for the environment than conventional products, Organic Choice is perfect for edible gardening and is available at major retailers.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 1.3em; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; text-align: center;"><span class="placeholder"><img data-recalc-dims="1" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1280.photobucket.com/albums/a487/am_izea/Scotts/72859510_22_zps758b34b4.jpg" alt="Organic Soil photo 72859510_22_zps758b34b4.jpg" border="0" /></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 1.3em; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"> I can barely contain my excitement (it spilled over onto Pinterest, where I’ve started <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/elizabethev/garden-on-tap/" target="_blank" data-mce-="">a board with all kinds of ideas for planting and potting</a>) at the thought of fresh basil, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant salad greens growing just outside our door. In <a href="http://www.miraclegro.com/smg/goART2/contentArticle/create-a-container-garden/27700023/7400004/27000004/12900004" target="_blank" data-mce-="">little containers</a> (we’re city folks, after all).</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 1.3em; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; text-align: center;"><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter" style="border: 0px; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1352.photobucket.com/albums/q641/elizabethev/GardenOnTapPinterestjpg_zpsf739bf90.jpg?resize=655%2C364" alt="" width="655" height="364" data-mce-="" /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 1.3em; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">We’ve always taken advantage of my parents’ garden, making spicy gazpacho, <a title="Today: Lazy summer salsa to go with your lazy vegetarian chili." href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2013/08/21/today-lazy-summer-salsa-to-go-with-your-lazy-vegetarian-chili/" target="_blank" data-mce-="">salsa</a>, polenta pizzas topped with fresh herbs, <a title="Today: Summer rolls with a spicy vegan aioli." href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2013/08/09/summer-rolls-with-a-spicy-vegan-aioli/" target="_blank" data-mce-="">summer rolls</a> and crisp salads with their tomatoes, greens, and vegetables. I am hoping I can convince my dad to help keep our patio plants alive… perhaps in exchange for some of that gazpacho?</p> <h2 style="color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; line-height: 21px;">Can’t-wait-for-summer gazpacho</h2> <p style="margin-bottom: 1.3em; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; text-align: center;"><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter" style="border: 0px; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1352.photobucket.com/albums/q641/elizabethev/gazpacho_zpsfa78689a.jpg?resize=574%2C400" alt="" width="574" height="400" data-mce-="" /></p> <p><strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Ingredients:</span></span></strong></p> <ul style="color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"> <li>3-4 large tomatoes, roughly chopped</li> <li>1/2 large red onion, diced</li> <li>1 English cucumber, peeled and chopped</li> <li>1 bell pepper, chopped</li> <li>3-4 cloves of garlic</li> <li>1 handful of fresh cilantro</li> <li>1 handful of fresh parsley</li> <li>Olive oil</li> <li>Red wine vinegar</li> <li>Salt and pepper to taste</li> </ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 1.3em; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><strong>Directions:</strong></p> <ol style="color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"> <li>Add tomatoes to the bowl of your food processor or blender and pulse until nearly smooth.</li> <li>Add cucumber, onion, garlic, cilantro, and a drizzle each of olive oil and red wine vinegar and blend until you reach desired consistency.</li> <li>Season with salt and pepper.</li> <li>Be thankful winter is nearly over.</li> </ol> <p style="margin-bottom: 1.3em; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Time to peel off a layer of sweaters, finish off a bowl of gazpacho, and start putting those gardening plans into action.</p> <p><a href="http://app.socialspark.com/disclosure_clicks?oid=12100538" rel="nofollow"><img decoding="async" style="border: none;" src="http://app.socialspark.com/views?oid=12100538" alt="Visit Sponsor's Site" border="0" /></a></p> <p> </p> <p>Also <strong>On Tap for Today</strong>:</p> <ul> <li>Looking forward to the Boston Flower and Garden Show this week</li> <li>Wearing flip flops (indoors… but they’re flip flops nevertheless)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buzzfeed.com/jessicaprobus/22-amazing-diy-house-plants-that-will-never-ever-die">22 amazing houseplants that will never, ever die (allegedly)</a> <em>via BuzzFeed</em></li> </ul> <p><strong>Do you have spring planting plans? Or tips for city gardening?</strong></p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2014/03/10/today-organic-patio-gardening-cant-wait-summer-gazpacho/">Today: Organic patio gardening and can’t-wait-for-summer gazpacho.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://ontapfortoday.com/2014/03/10/today-organic-patio-gardening-cant-wait-summer-gazpacho/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>2</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">8119</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Today: The weekend according to Instagram XIX.</title> <link>https://ontapfortoday.com/2013/09/23/today-weekend-according-instagram-xix/</link> <comments>https://ontapfortoday.com/2013/09/23/today-weekend-according-instagram-xix/#comments</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Elizabeth]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2013 16:15:52 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Animals]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Beauty]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Health and Wellness]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Home]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Humans]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Photographs]]></category> <category><![CDATA[baby]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Clark]]></category> <category><![CDATA[family]]></category> <category><![CDATA[food]]></category> <category><![CDATA[French bulldog]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Friends]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gluten free]]></category> <category><![CDATA[pregnancy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[recipes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vegan]]></category> <category><![CDATA[weekend according to Instagram]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://ontapfortoday.com/?p=7910</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>We had quite the lovely weekend. We started with an exciting doctor’s appointment, followed with lots of time spent with family and friends, and ended with paying attention to football a nap on the sofa. The weekend according to Instagram XIX You likely already saw the news (mostly because I can’t keep anything good and exciting to myself), but Nick and I found out Friday afternoon that we are expecting a girl. And I am expecting her to have her father wrapped around her little finger. Clark is excited because (among other reasons) they’ll be able to share clothes. He loves ruffles. I found this little guy beneath our stoop early Saturday, just as the rain was clearing. I like when nature visits the city. And isn’t that shell gorgeous? I whipped up two batches of this easy, football-friendly black bean dip this weekend. You can find the vegan, gluten-free recipe (along with a tour of our new kitchen) here. (And thank you, Emily, for catching the #2 pun…) We spent Friday night laughing, eating, and more laughing with friends. Our new place is really feeling like home, especially with friends and family there to share the space. Matt and Pam brought us this cheery pink begonia plant. I have a feeling there’s going to be more and more pink coming our way. I don’t know if I should tell you this or not… so naturally, I am going to tell you. Clark got peed on by another dog this weekend. He was standing on one side of a chain link fence, and the perp was on the other, attempting to mark the fence post (presumably). Instead, he decorated my dog (who seemed oddly oblivious to the whole thing). Next stop: the longest, most thorough bath of Clark’s life. We enjoyed this gorgeous view of the city from my sister and brother-in-law’s new apartment on Saturday night. I love having our family just minutes away. The next day, we had dinner with my brother, sister-in-law and niece. We’re spoiled. Who ever said you don’t win friends with salad has never eaten salad with me. I love making a big salad to enjoy on Sunday night, with enough to pack for lunch on Monday. Because I am both lazy and a forward thinker. It wouldn’t be the end of the weekend without a polish change. I went from dark (essie no more film) to light (essie pilates hottie). Meanwhile, at the other end of the sofa, Clark was down for the count. That’s what a weekend of fun with do to a Frenchie. Also On Tap for Today: Live in the Boston area and looking to sweat on Wednesday (9/25)? BSC is celebrating its 39th anniversary with a free guest day and opening its doors to the public for great workouts and classes Researching “how to keep plants alive” A race to add to your calendar: The Susan G. Komen 21st annual Race for the Cure 5k in Southie this Sunday What was the highlight of your weekend?</p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2013/09/23/today-weekend-according-instagram-xix/">Today: The weekend according to Instagram XIX.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We had quite the lovely weekend. We started with an exciting doctor’s appointment, followed with lots of time spent with family and friends, and ended with <del>paying attention to football</del> a nap on the sofa.</p> <h2>The weekend according to <a href="www.instagram.com/elizabethev" target="_blank">Instagram</a> XIX</h2> <p style="text-align: center;"><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter" alt="" src="https://i0.wp.com/i1352.photobucket.com/albums/q641/elizabethev/TheWeekendAccordingtoInstagram_zps7e0bfdc9.jpg?resize=819%2C819" width="819" height="819" /></p> <ol> <li>You likely already saw the news (mostly because I can’t keep anything good and exciting to myself), but Nick and I found out Friday afternoon that <a title="Today: Pink or blue?" href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2013/09/23/today-pink-or-blue/" target="_blank"><strong>we are expecting a girl</strong></a>. And I am expecting her to have her father wrapped around her little finger. Clark is excited because (among other reasons) they’ll be able to share clothes. He loves ruffles.</li> <li>I found <strong>this little guy</strong> beneath our stoop early Saturday, just as the rain was clearing. I like when nature visits the city. And isn’t that shell gorgeous?</li> <li>I whipped up two batches of this easy, football-friendly <strong>black bean dip</strong> this weekend. You can find the <a title="Today: Kitchen tour and an easy, gluten-free and vegan black bean dip." href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2013/09/21/today-kitchen-tour-easy-gluten-free-vegan-black-bean-dip/" target="_blank">vegan, gluten-free recipe (along with a tour of our new kitchen) here</a>. (And thank you, <a href="perfectionisnthappy.wordpress.com" target="_blank">Emily</a>, for catching the #2 pun…)</li> <li>We spent Friday night laughing, eating, and more laughing with friends. Our new place is really feeling like home, especially with friends and family there to share the space. Matt and Pam brought us this <strong>cheery pink begonia plant</strong>. I have a feeling there’s going to be more and more pink coming our way.</li> <li>I don’t know if I should tell you this or not… so naturally, I am going to tell you. Clark got peed on by another dog this weekend. He was standing on one side of a chain link fence, and the perp was on the other, attempting to mark the fence post (presumably). Instead, he decorated my dog (who seemed oddly oblivious to the whole thing). Next stop: <strong>the longest, most thorough bath of Clark’s life</strong>.</li> <li>We enjoyed <strong>this gorgeous view of the city</strong> from my sister and brother-in-law’s new apartment on Saturday night. I love having our family just minutes away. The next day, we had dinner with my brother, sister-in-law and niece. We’re spoiled.</li> <li>Who ever said <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aM6xVQwIOYQ" target="_blank"><em>you don’t win friends with salad</em></a> has never eaten salad with me. I love making <strong>a big salad to enjoy on Sunday</strong> night, with enough to pack for lunch on Monday. Because I am both lazy and a forward thinker.</li> <li>It wouldn’t be the end of the weekend without a polish change. I went from dark (<a href="http://www.amazon.com/essie-nail-color-polish-more/dp/B007HSP418/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1379952302&sr=8-1&keywords=essie+no+more+film" target="_blank">essie <em>no more film</em></a>) to light (<a href="http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/essie-nail-color-pilates-hottie-limited-edition?ID=712432" target="_blank">essie <em>pilates hottie</em></a>).</li> <li>Meanwhile, at the other end of the sofa, <strong>Clark was down for the count</strong>. That’s what a weekend of fun with do to a Frenchie.</li> </ol> <p>Also <strong>On Tap for Today</strong>:</p> <ul> <li>Live in the Boston area and looking to sweat on Wednesday (9/25)? BSC is celebrating its 39th anniversary with <a href="http://www.mysportsclubs.com/default.htm" target="_blank">a free guest day and opening its doors to the public for great workouts and classes</a></li> <li>Researching “how to keep plants alive”</li> <li><em>A race to add to your calendar:</em> <a href="www.komenmassrace.org/2013" target="_blank">The Susan G. Komen 21st annual Race for the Cure 5k in Southie</a> this Sunday</li> </ul> <p><strong>What was the highlight of your weekend?</strong></p> <p>The post <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2013/09/23/today-weekend-according-instagram-xix/">Today: The weekend according to Instagram XIX.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com">ON TAP FOR TODAY</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://ontapfortoday.com/2013/09/23/today-weekend-according-instagram-xix/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>2</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">7910</post-id> </item> </channel> </rss>