Snack Attack

Not much is happening in my neck of the woods this beautiful Friday, except a major nose barnacle forming from a whirlwind head cold and subsequent blowing of my nose.  16,000 times. 

 

However, I do have some great little food items to recommend to you to pick up for the weekend activities, guests, or general snackage:

 

This cereal is Gluten Free, low in sugar, and absolutely delicious!  The best part is that they taste like Cap'n Crunch and/or Cookie Crisp.  I couldn't quite put my finger on which one it was reminiscent of, but it's definitely one of those...I think.  It must be all the vanilla.  A breakfast or dessert delight, to be sure!
 



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Cascade Sparkling Coconut Water - This stuff tastes like a sparkling Pina Colada.  I was afraid it was going to taste like murky butt, like most other coconut waters I've tasted, but instead it was like a calorie free tropical delight.  I could drink 10 of these a day.  (*They are awesome amazing with vodka, but in keeping with the generally healthy theme of these snacks, let's pretend you didn't hear it from me.  Wink Wink.)

 



 

This World Market wonder tasted just like Bugles!  Another awesome healthy snack fake out.  The only downside is that you can't place them over each of your fingers tips and pretend you are a witch.  I hate that :(
 

 



These crackers aren't a healthy snack fake out like the other treats.  They don't have to be.  They don't taste like Doritos or anything.  They just taste awesome.  The mélange (yes, I went there) of flavors in these bite size crackers is so various and crunchy that you don't even know which seed will pop in your mouth next.  Now obviously that's not an attribute you want in all facets of life ;) but for a crunchy cracker?  Hell yes.



I hope that you try at least one of these awesome, wholesome snacks this weekend.  Let me know what you think!

 

TGIF Motha Effers!

Frozen Strawberry Margaritas

I have the perfect weekend cocktail recipe for you.  It's cold, it's refreshing, and it's actually "healthy".  Healthy as in there is no added sugar or syrup or anything.  Not healthy as in it contains alcohol.  But hey, it's Friday, so who gives a crap?

 

 

 

Here's the recipe - Frozen Strawberry Margaritas

 

They are oh so good, and oh so guilt free because there are no artificial ingredients or added sugar.

 

I made a few batches last weekend and I couldn't get enough!  The recipe is almost exactly as I found it on ValSoCal.com, with a few exceptions.

 

                                                           6 ounces of tequila
                                                           2 ounces grand marnier or Triple Sec
                                                           1 quart of fresh strawberries,

         *I used strawberries I froze last weekend from Lewis Farms and they were amazing
                                                           3 limes, juiced
                                                           3/4 cup water
                                                           2 tablespoons agave nectar, I omitted
                                                           3 to 4 cups of ice

 

 

The flavor and texture after being blended really did taste like a restaurant style margarita/daiquiri.  You could easily make this a true daiquiri by using rum instead of tequila.  Or a virgin daiquiri by omitting alcohol altogether.  Ole!! to another weekend!

 

Case Closed

Recently I bought a case of beer at Harris Teeter.  It's cheaper per unit than buying a 6 pack, and I just wanted to buy a case, but I didn't think I needed to explain myself either way.

 

Until I got to the register.  And met the 17-year old looking adolescent that was ringing me up.

 

"I hope this isn't all for you!"

 

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First of all, those who swipe bar codes should not pass judgment.  If I was getting a bag of chips and someone said, "I hope this isn't all for you!", I would consider paging the manager because that is just offensive and suggestive of calling someone fat.

 

In this case I really wasn't going to go home and drink a whole case of beer, so I played along with his little charade and said, "No.  Not all for me, and not all for tonight." 

Ha.  Ha Ha.  Ha Ha.  Shut up.

 

Then he proceeds (why?!), "I couldn't even drink this whole thing and I can out drink almost anyone!"

 

First I was surprised because, A) He looked 17, B) He had just judged me for buying bulk beer, and C) Who brags about drinking, while on the job (I think a manager was even nearby!  Or at least someone in a different colored shirt than the cashiers, indicating more power)?

 

I get ready to sign my receipt, ready for this whole awkward deal to be over, then he chimes in again!

 

"I can even out drink my dad...And he's an alcoholic!"

 

That's when I just gave up.  How the hell do you respond to that?  "Oh good for you!"  "Sucks for your dad!"  I didn't even try.  I just went home and drank some beer.

 

Sometimes less is more when it comes to talking at the check out.  Especially when it involves your father's alcoholism.  I guess they don't teach that in Harris Teeter training camp.

Everybody's Working for the Weekend

I don't have anything special to say today, but I'm sick of looking at hummus everytime I go to my blog. 

 

So here's a new post to say Happy Friday. 

 

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And to tell you to watch this:

 

 

Maybe your weekend be merry and bright!

Unnecessary Roughness

It's 11pm on Sunday night.

Some beotch on the local news just said, "I hope you are enjoying the last hour of your weekend."

That's effed up lady.

That's a dramatic and unneeded reminder that the weekend is O-V-E-R.

Not cool. Not cool at all.

Diveats - Fish Taco Party!

I spent a lovely weekend at the beach with my parents. Not only did I get 24 hours of sleep in 2 nights, I also got to participate in the best type of experiment there is - FOOD!

Thanks to my dad's super random but totally awesome idea to perfect the fish taco, we had a little taco party and pulled out all the stops. Aren't all those colors glorious?!?!

I made mango salsa using this recipe and it was great! Particularly the second day. Me thinks a fresh fruit salsa is crucial to a unique fish taco.

Also made and eaten during the weekend was some homemade guacamole, enjoyed with a beautiful sunset.

Memories of the weekend like this make me want to bitch slap Monday morning that much more. Damn you Mondays!

High Winds, Hot Mess

This is an actual picture of part of my hair this morning.

It turns out that a heinous Peter Pan haircut, a headband, a raincoat hood, and blustery rainy winds do NOT a hot hairdid make.

I knew I was lookin a hot mess when I walked in but it wasn't until I saw this wirey little mess in my mirrow that I knew the extent of the damage.

Wowza! I also through in a partial "Talk to the hand" just for good measure.

I hope this weather clears up in time for some weekend fun tonight! I see a Margarita in my future. What about you divas?

Because I love you...

Happy Weekend Divas and Divos.

Now go get your drank on!

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