Sesame Soy Meatballs.

My dear friend Patty who I've named, "Fatty Patty" makes monstrous, meaty, moist, meatballs. Mmm just thinking about them makes me salivate at the mouth. You guys are still stuck on the fact that I call a friend, "Fatty Patty" aren't you? Don't worry, she loves it. One day you will see a cupcake shop named "Fatty Patty's" and it will all make sense! Anyway... since I indulged in Mrs. Patty's amazing meatballs it got me thinking... Why don't I make meatballs? ever? Probably because I generally don't consider them, 'model food' but why can't they be 'model food'? No reason.

Hence, These delicious Soy Glazed Meatballs. Ugh... they are just as good as "Fatty Patty's" sept for...  hers are completely different...

Face Mapping

Summertime 'skin bakes' in HS with Carissa

When I was in highschool I would invite my friends over to lay on my trampoline covered in baby oil. We weren't dumb; we knew the trampoline would attract the sun more than grass or pavement and  thereby enhance our tans. Oh yeah, so smart! Not. So, this week in Miami i found myself underneath a towel and sunscreen. I was trying to 'hide' from the sun for protection; Little did i know that my skin was being tormented by what i love most, Chocolate. 

lunch time chocolate cake at the Ritz

I ate more chocolate in the last ten days than i've had all year... combined! The first day the maid knocked on my door and asked if I wanted 'turn down service or chocolate?' What kind of question is that? 'Yes, Please!' She handed me a huge handful of chocolates. Once I figured out that the maids carried chocolate, I tracked them down every afternoon before 'turn down service'.  Moderation? Shmoderation.

I paid. Oh, i paid. My skin was flipping-out and I had to figure out why...

Travel Eats.

I have been in miami for a week now... i can't wait to go home and eat normal food. I miss my stove. Freak, I really really really can't wait. In honor of labor day or just the sheer fact that Miami Marlins Stadium has a wonderful selection of food I downed some frozen yogurt and fresh fruit. Pinkberry, original, contains 100 calories per half cup. That, plus fresh fruit and is a delectable dessert of 100-150 calories. These things make me smile. Anyway! 

 This morning, i went to breakfast and ordered this lovely steel cut oatmeal. It came with MAPLE BUTTER. hmmm... i've never heard of butter in oatmeal... has anyone tried this? I didn't try it... just because of the sheer fact that its BUTTER but... it did sound intriguing. Sides of cinnamon, banana, and raisins. YUMMM. Solid breakfast out. 

 I was just complaining about butter... right before i show you this picture with a ginormous Rice Krispies Treat and Sucker... I am only human....

M.I.A

I'm in Miami shooting for Venus! 

In hair and Make up with Jose Molina

 Casa Tua. Lovely Italian Restaurant :)

 At the Ritz. Mmmm veggie burgers. 

School? = To-Go Snacks!

College, college, college. Time is limited for healthy cooking... i get it. However, you can do it. You can eat healthy; it just takes preparation. Snacks to go?

1. Greek Yogurt Cups (fage or chobani or make your own) I like... My 'Greek' Yogurt Cup
2. PB&Banana on Whole Grain Bread. WHOLE GRAINS! Keep you fuller---longer.
3. Trail Mix with natural ingredients. (make your own mini bags with 2 Tablespoons almonds and 2 Tablespoons Craisins/Dried Coconut/Apricots)
4. Fruit! Bananas-so cheap. With some peanut butter or protein powder... you are good to go.
5. Instant oatmeal packs... ask for a cup of hot water at the Coffee Shops on campus or wherever you are.

6. Baby Carrots, Cucumber Slices, Baby Tomatoes and Hummus (You can get the hummus in to-go mini's)
7. Applesauce (unsweetened)

8. Make your own muffins on a lazy sunday afternoon. I love these Carrot Muffins or The Almond Fig Muffins

You can do it. You can, you can.