God bless – booze is back on the blog. It has been a hot minute since we wrapped up the 2019 edition of the Let’s Get Blitzen: Cocktail Advent Calendar on December 24th and I am REJOICING to have my shaker back in hand because I need a drink. I’m jumping in with both feet…
How to Succeed at Whole30
I successfully completed the Whole30 challenge and I’m here to tell you how you can do the same (if you’re so inclined). If you don’t know what I’m talking about, Whole30 is an elimination diet designed to remove certain food groups and then reintroduce them after a period to identify possible food sensitivities. What’s eliminated…
Whole30 Curried Butternut Squash Soup
Yes, yes, Whole30 is now over and “treat yo’ self” was my mantra yesterday as I reintegrated some of the forbidden food groups back into my diet. As you may have guessed though, this blog is not the work of a moment, so I shot today’s recipe over the weekend while I was still in…
Avocado Cilantro Lime Dip
Today is the final day of my Whole30 challenge! Yasss! I am so excited to indulge in something sweet tomorrow. Sugar has definitely been the one thing I’ve missed most throughout this process. I have done a lot of reflection throughout this process and will share the full recap with the recipes I made, challenges,…
Banana Mango Smoothie Bowl
While smoothies are not strictly encouraged on Whole30, they’re also not forbidden, assuming they don’t have any non-compliant ingredients. Sometimes, you just need a breakfast option that isn’t eggs. As such, allow me to introduce you to this tasty little Banana Mango Smoothie Bowl. Transport yourself to more tropical climes with this taste of sunshine….
Lemon Roasted Salmon and Brussels Sprouts with Prosciutto Chips
This time next week, I will be eating sugar bread, firm tofu, black beans, cheese and swigging back bourbon. Less than one week left in my Whole30 challenge. I do feel great now that I’m in the “tiger blood” phase of the challenge – feeling energetic and strong, mentally sharp, sleeping well, etc. I’ll give…
Bacon and Egg Sweet Potato Boats
I don’t think I’ve ever eaten more eggs in a month as I have during this Whole30 challenge. When grains and dairy are off the table – there’s not much else on offer for breakfast. No granola, cereal, oatmeal, toast, yogurt, and even smoothies are discouraged, even if they meet the Whole30 criteria. In search…
Blood Orange Rosewater Mocktail
Guys, it’s Day 16 of Whole30, I’m past the halfway point but I was missing my cocktail shaker more than my mom missed me when I moved away to university. (JUST KIDDING MOM! It’s not possible to miss anything that much) I decided to take matters, and by matters, I mean my cocktail shaker, into…
Strawberry Steak Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Yes, the Whole30 diet continues and so do the recipes to fit the bill. But, I’ve known enough people to do Crossfit to know that if you talk about your latest health/fitness regimen too much, people will want to stop talking to you. So for a change of pace I thought I would give you…
Peruvian Chicken & Potato Soup
Well folks, I’m on Day 9 of the Whole30 Challenge. In case you don’t know what I’m talking about, head over to my last post for a comprehensive rundown. I recently read this article that outlined all the ups and downs that I might need to brace myself for along the way. I am past…
