Coming Together For A Great Cause: Race For The Cure
January 28th, 2012The Susan G Komen Race for the Cure took place Saturday morning along Flagler Drive in Downtown West Palm Beach. According to the Palm Beach Post, over 20,000 participated in the running and walking events held throughout the morning. It was beautiful morning to celebrate the lives of survivors and remember those who have passed.
6th Annual FLIPANY FUN RUN
January 9th, 2012The 6th Annual FLIPANY Fun Run 5k/10k took place on Saturday, January 7, 2012. FLIPANY is the Florida Introduces Physical Activity and Nutrition to Youth Inc., organization and its Mission is to, “Provide affordable physical activity and nutrition programs to low-income youth and their families in South Florida.”
FLIPANY’s 6th Annual Fun Run is an official “Let’s Move Broward” event. It was held at the North Beach Park Boardwalk, 3601 N. Ocean Dr., Hollywood. The weather was perfect for a morning run! Many happy runners crossed the finish line then enjoyed the whole wheat pancake breakfast for post race fuel. Miami 93.9 provided music and gave away prizes. Dolphin Cheerleaders were at the event for photos. There were also kids activities at the Kids Zone sponsored by Funderdome. (more…)
Buy, Cook, & Eat Local Food
December 29th, 2011Buying food from local farmers is making a comeback! It is a great thing to discover local food that’s grown or raised right where you live.
Bedner’s is a large local farm that has two growing seasons during the year. They offer produce year round, so not all produce is local 100% of the time, but this time of year there are several local produce picks available. (more…)
Healthy Holiday Shopping Guide
December 4th, 2011It’s holiday shopping time and what better way to show your love than give gifts that will create better health. Here’s my list of best bets for health wise gifts to give this year.
1. A series of fitness or yoga classes or even a massage from Groupon or Living Social!!
2. A gift certificate for home delivered Organic produce, teas, beans, herbs/spices, nuts, whole grains, gourmet salts, coffee, and sprouts. Healthy World Organics is my favorite local home delivered organics.
3. Work out gear, a great functional gift and very motivating. Who doesn’t love working out in gear that looks great and makes you feel great too!!
4. Stainless steel water bottles, Nathan is my very favorite! We have several in our home and are great for staying hydrated when you’re on-the-go!
5. Foam roller is great for working soreness out of tight muscles. These are all the rage now, a great way to give yourself a massage or use for doing core strengthening Pilates moves.
6. The gift of laughter is one of the best gifts for greater health! Make someone smile with a Happy Dancing Solar Flower!
7. Give the gift of health with Health Coaching Sessions! Give my $99 Healthy Holiday Coaching Special to yourself or someone you love!!
8. Thinking positive is one of the best ways to improve your health and how much joy you get out of life. I Can Do It 2012 Calendar by Louise Hay provides daily positive affirmations and words of wisdom to bring more good into your life.
9. A great cook book filled with healthy meals that taste great and are great for you! The Healthiest Meals on Earth, Eat, Drink, and Weigh Less, Greens Glorious Greens, Feeding the Whole Family, Clean Food, Peas and Thank You. I have most of these books except 2 and they are on my wish list this year!
10. For a splurge, here’s some great gadgets: Garmin 305, Vitamix, Breville Juicer, BOSU Balance Trainer.
Celebrating National Childhood Nutrition Day
October 17th, 2011National Childhood Nutrition Day was created by the American Culinary Federation. It’s part of the ACFEF Chef & Child Foundation and their mission is: “To educate children and families in understanding proper nutrition through community-based initiatives led by the American Culinary Federation chef members, and to be the voice of the culinary industry in its fight against childhood hunger, malnutrition and obesity.”
Childhood Nutrition Day encourages anyone to host an event in celebration of this day and share with children fun ways to eat healthy foods and talk about the benefits of healthy eating.
Restaurant Review: The Green Gourmet
October 9th, 2011I have been meaning to try out The Green Gourmet for several months and I finally got the chance tonight! They are an all organic and natural foods market and café, and buy from local farmers as much as possible. My friend Melissa and her family were in town for a couple of nights, and we decided to check out The Green Gourmet for dinner. Walking in you see the display case on the right and a couple of chalk boards with juice, smoothie, and information on specials. Juice Bar happy hour is 3-5pm, noted! (more…)
Restaurant Review: Efes Bistro – Fish & Grill House
September 24th, 2011My husband and I decided to try a new restaurant for our Friday night dinner out. We spotted Efes Bistro using an App on his Droid and decided to check it out. We were greeted warmly by the hostess who asked if we had reservations. Clearly, they are busy on a Friday night. We were able to get a cozy booth in the back and noticed we were quite a bit younger than all of the other clientele. They seem to have loyal customers so that is always a good sign. (more…)
Restaurant Review: DIG Delray
September 18th, 2011My husband and I went to DIG for my birthday dinner. I love anything local and organic so DIG, which stands for “Doing It Green” is my kind of place.
We began with the seared sea scallop appetizer, I did not take a picture but it was two giant sea scallops on a bed of spinach with roasted tomatoes on the side. After discovering my newfound love for scallops, I knew I had to try restaurant prepared scallops again and these were cooked perfectly! (more…)
Pan-Seared Sea Scallops With Steamed Veggies
August 26th, 2011My pallet has evolved over the last few years, I now like mushrooms and olives. I became curious about sea scallops recently, convinced I would like them now after having tried them in my childhood and spitting them out into a napkin. I swear I did it as politely as possible! Last weekend, while my friend Tracy was visiting, we ventured to Bonefish Grill with my husband. Tracy got scallops and shrimp for her entrée and she let me try one. I loved it! Now I was on a mission to trying making them myself. (more…)
Nourishing Sunday Lunch And A Dose of Self-Care
August 7th, 2011Sunday lunch was a culmination of leftovers! Grilled chicken marinated in balsamic vinegar, grapeseed oil, and dried spices oregano and rosemary, along with grilled zucchini. (more…)
