Friday 26 November 2010

Where's the queen?!

Breakfast this morning:
  • 1/4 cup oats
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup water
  • raisins
  • goji berries
  • honey
  • leftover pumpkin
I'm not sure if I'm a fan of the unsweetened pumpkin mixed in the oats. I had pumpkin when I was back in Chicago but I realize now that it was pumpkin pie filling so it was pre-sweetened. 
Green monster muffin on the side. Can't get enuff!
I skipped my workout today (my body needed a rest-I listened to my body for once!!) and we went to Windsor instead.
Yay!! I love being in a car! I like driving more but I'm too much of a chicken to drive in London. It's the left side people. It ain't right I tell ya.
One thing I miss about driving is the radio (and the windows down when it's nice out)
Refreshments for the road. I don't really believe in the gimic of weight loss support beverages but this one had caffeine in it and its pretty tasty too :)
healthy snacking for the road
Lunch stop at La Taverna
I thought to myself that this would be the perfect wedding reception centerpiece.
glass of house white
Fresh baked bread and butter. I can't resist!
Eggplant w. warm gooey mozzerella cheese on top. Yuuuuuum.
 w. extra grated cheese on top
 Tagliatelle bolognese
 Chicken w. mushrooms, garlic, parsley in a tomato based sauce.
 w. fried zucchini and scalloped potatoes

On our way to see the Queen! Apparently, she spends most of  her weekends here at Windsor castle.
but unfortunately, the flag was red, white, and blue, which meant she was away on holiday, business, or doing other important queen like things. So disappointed!
Woo hoo! We have multimedia.
I was very curious indeed. What exactly does the queen do on the weekends here in Windsor? Does she watch T.V.? Knit on her couch? Have friends over for afternoon tea?
Perhaps she entertains curious korean american women for some tea and crumpets? Yes.. I bet thats it!
The audio tours are the way to go. I wouldn't know half the things I was seeing if it wasn't for the commentary!

the pictures don't really do the castle justice. This is something I've never seen in the states. So cool!
The guards doing their routine march. I swear one of em' was smirking.
 No entry
We weren't allowed to take picture inside St. George's chapel but the inside was so majestic and very peaceful.
Sort of want to tickle him...
but I'll settle for this guy instead! so much cuter (and cuddlier!)
I love the view from the top
As much as I wanted to stay outside, it was FREEZING cold. Too bad all the things indoors were no picture zones
 milk mustache anyone? We stopped at Esquire cafe after the castle visit for a quick cappuccino for me.
and a sweet tooth fix for both before we hit the road back to London.

What a fun way to spend a Friday afternoon!!

Song of the day: Miguel Jontel ft. J. Cole- "All I want is you" (thanks to a fellow FB who unknowingly prolly introduced me to a song!)

No food coma on this side of town

Starting the night off right w. some bubbly
I like the way the bubbles tickle my nose
What do you think Noma? Is it done yet?
Checking the turkey w. a meat thermometer=always a good idea.
Chef Mike and Athena cooking away. T and I arrived promptly at 6 much to their surprise. What can we say. We're sometimes we're a bit too prompt. :o)
"let me slice the turkey"
"No, honey, this is how you do it!"
Everything is better in two's
Hey! Where's my food?! (no worries- she got plenty of turkey this year!!)
Spinach salad w. cranberries, blue cheese, apples, and pomegrante dressing. I love dried fruit in my salad. It's nice to have a chewy texture in contrast to the crunchiness of the apples.
Lots of bread- I had two pieces
Green beans sauteed in EVOO and bacon. BAAAACOONN!!!!!! Love love love the smell of sizzling bacon!
I was shocked to see that the turkey still had its legs. Gross. Seriously Whole Foods?! They give you the head but not the gizzards. Isn't that so strange?
Stuffing. Probably my least favorite but don't feel bad because it wasn't home made! Where's the reliable stovetop stuffing when you need it?!
Drunken turkey. The marinade included tequila and grand marinier. The turkey turned out very moist and juicy. Compliments to the Chef!
Mike's special garlic mashed potatoes. so delicious with chunks of potato still left throughout. Just the way mash should taste.
Corn- simple yet delicious.
Check out the spread yo!
My plate- So proud of myself. I went up for seconds but only stuck to the veggies. Avoided the dreaded turkey coma this year :)
The pumpkin pie was delicious. Just the right amount of spices and sweet w. that amazing pumpkin flavor. I had one two slices.
Spoiled brat gets a seat at the table when someone's away.
Honestly guys.. Where's my food?
We were able to watch a bit of football. Thanksgiving is not complete without seeing the robotic NFL turkey come across the tv screen.
Aaaaaaaaaaaaand she's out for the count
What do you think she's dreaming of?