Thanks to Trader Joe’s, I had one of my very favorite dinners this evening: flounder stuffed with cheese and crab. It’s definitely up there for quick and easy favorites. It’s very cheesy on the inside. Tonight’s was served over herb couscous. Great combo. Tomorrow is my last day of work. I simply cannot get get over the fact that, after tomorrow, all my responsibilities will just be gone. It wasn’t until I led a training session yesterday that I really…
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I’ve been waiting for an excuse for a cereal night. Mostly because I wanted to drizzle this all over my dinner: That would be a Christmas gift from my sister. It reminds me of the Peanut Butter & Co peanut butter that my college roommate and I would just eat out of the jar with a spoon. Happy memories. So this afternoon was my company’s Christmas New Year’s party. Things were really busy at the end of the year,…
I’ve been craving sunny, tropical foods in an attempt to counteract winter (not that we’re having much of one down here!). Thus, the cuban food. I think it also has to do with the mojito and mint julep I had over New Year’s. As soon as Christmas is over, I’m ready for spring! This little dinner was a thrown-together creation from the pantry – tilapia pan seared with an awesome spicy Williams Sonoma seasoning that Matt’s mom gave me! I…
The other night, when it was cold and dark, and sad not being on Christmas break, Matt took me out for Cuban food. I’m a huge fan. I mean black beans and plantains on a big old pile of rice? Always a good choice. The Old Havana Sandwich Shop is a new restaurant in Durham that uses local, pasture-raised pork in their traditional platter and sandwiches. The inside felt tropical!! We split a traditional cuban with pickles, pork, ham, and…
Vacationing is great, but weekends at home can be just as fabulous! Friday night, I had a lot of fun drinking wine and eating pizza with my co-workers. I’m getting sad about leaving them, but was so happy to be able to enjoy a night out with everyone. Saturday was a boat load of fun because I had the whole family over to my place! I think it was the first time it’s ever happened. Kath & Kanz came…
I had a very very merry Christmas (and I hope you did too!) Matt and I helped cook Christmas brunch – pancakes and a huge frittata – and then relaxed and opened presents. I asked for mostly consumables and got some awesome gift-cards! Can’t wait to spend them in the new year. We also headed to Duke gardens for a family walk and then to see the movie My Week with Marilyn. It was such an enjoyable afternoon and the…
Hello, Hello! Thank you all for the kind words. I’m honestly a bit scared about the decision and I felt better reading your comments:) A great weight was lifted off my shoulders on Friday, so my weekend was extra fabulous. After work, I made a black bean mexican pizza and enjoyed an old favorite beer with Matt. The weekend also involved a festive tacky sweater party, and a red velvet cupcake tasting. I’m in charge of ordering the Christmas dinner…
Yall know I love nights out during the week. Tonight was no exception. I went to the wine bar for a small wedding shower for one of my Fuqua friends. We all brought an ornament to share- a very cute idea! I had a wonderful glass of red wine. I actually don’t even know what it was because I asked the bartender for a recommendation and he poured a glass. The wine bar is called Six Plates because they have…
Hey there, I didn’t get to bed on time last night, and I’ve been yawning up a storm. Ya wouldn’t think one hour on one day would matter so much, but I’m fragile because my body is so used to this schedule now. Work was fun today because we had a big potluck lunch for the holidays. Everything was awesome! There are usually things I’m not a fan of at potluck gatherings, but everyone took the time to cook something…