Food · Recipes

Green Strawberry Banana Smoothie

I have some RIDICULOUSLY fit colleagues. One of my mentors teaches boxing and spinning classes. Several colleagues plan to participate in multiple marathon events this year. Some of my clients also spotlight athletes' amazing feats. Inspired by their collective fitness achievements, I recently decided to set my own personal summer goal. I've registered to complete my… Continue reading Green Strawberry Banana Smoothie

Food · Recipes

Like Father, Like Daughter: Cherry Pie Cookies

My dad was the first person to teach me how to bake. I've already blogged about my him as an expert pie maker and all-around awesome person a few times. On Thanksgiving, he made pumpkin pie for breakfast and proudly displays the "evil pie" print I purchased for him in our family's living room. He also sent me… Continue reading Like Father, Like Daughter: Cherry Pie Cookies

Food · Travel

Nomming My Way Through NOLA

Last week, I took a trip down to New Orleans with a mission to do some major nomming. And man, did we feast like royalty! On our first morning there, we grabbed beignets from the world famous Cafe Du Monde, which was established in 1862. These little puffs of dough are smothered in powdered sugar,… Continue reading Nomming My Way Through NOLA