FoodieintheUK

Friday, 20 May 2011

California King Bed

Lunch: Leftover quinoa and salmon with some courgettes mixed in.

T came back from Ireland last night and brought me back some treats. I love goodies!! :-D I haven't tried the bread yet but it looks amazing.

I had a feeling he was going to bring me back something that said the Luck of the Irish! I haven't had such great luck these past few months. In fact, its been pretty shitty! lol.. but hopefully things will turn around.. I'm feeling more positive about it.

I requested T make us grilled cheese sandwiches upon his return. His are the best! He used American, blue cheese, and truffle oil.. yuuumm!!

Quick bowl of cereal before heading off to the gym

added sliced bananas and seeds on top

mmm fresh coffee in my new cup!!

Workout today was back and chest: 12 reps per exercise. I was going to do three sets but I haven't lifted in a while so I decided to stick with two today.

Wide grip pulldown
flat bench dumbbell press up
one arm row
machine chest press
Rest and repeat once more
Seated row
Incline dumbbell fly
bent over bent arm row
calf press
Rest and repeat once more
Stretch and go home

Protein smoothie to aid in muscle recovery:

skim milk
greek yogurt
pineapple
mango
frozen fruit
agave nectar
ice
scoop of protein powder

I sauteed some roasted broccoli in my leftover zucchini and quinoa mix. I also added in some sauteed shrimp. The shrimp was overly coated in salt, pepper, garlic powder, and chili powder. I might have forgotten there wasn't a lid on top of the chili powder. Oops!! It was still tasty though :)

Song of the day: Rihanna "California King Bed"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhBorPm6JjQTeaching my first small Zumba class today!!

Thursday, 19 May 2011

Where are my blueberries?

I needed a protein filled breakfast to get me through a 2 hour morning of zumba practice. I'm hoping to teach my first class tomorrow **fingers crossed I don't get cancelled on again!!*

0% fat Fage greek yogurt with grapes, pineapple and seeds on top

I had a slight hunger pang midway through my workout so I had a snack of whole wheat toast w. nutella and bananas :)

lunch was leftover pasta from the freezer. It originally came with white pasta but I made myself some whole wheat penne to substitute and added some spinach.

Random tid bit:
According to my Women's Health Magazine May 2011 issue: "Blue-violet produce, including blueberries, plums, and grapes, may help ward off neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's and keep your mind sharp as you age. A report in Archives of Toxicology suggests that purple produce is rich in polyphenols, antioxidants that may block the production of toxins that can damage the brain and other organs." They recommend eating two servings a day. I already ate one serving of grapes for breakfast and I don't really eat plums so I guess I have to buy some blueberries!

Wednesday, 18 May 2011

Burnt pizza

when left to my own devices... I burn the pizza!! Blergh.. as simple as it may seem I somehow manage to screw it up!! I ate it anyway. ha!

Woo hoo!! I finally got my certificate in the mail. I'm a level 3 personal trainer. Yippee!! So, I've decided to get myself back into fighting shape before I start training anyone. I've definitely let myself go in terms of lack of exercise and eating badly..

I finally went to the gym today and did a PUNCH kickboxing class and Zumba. Now I don't really advise doing more than 1 hour of exercise but I felt like staying for an extra class today. I probably won't be doing that again.. my one butt cheek is sore! :-D

Now someone either misses the hubs or she's missing her friends. I'm not sure which!

sad face!

after salsa class last night, I made myself an oven baked sea bass, spinach, and asparagus dinner. Quite healthy and tasty!!

Breakfast this morning: eggs, whole wheat toast, and some fruit. I love tropical fruits!

salmon dressed in EVOO, salt, pepper, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and chili powder.

Quinoa, salmon, spinach, and lettuce w. korean dipping sauce.

snack of peanut butter M&M's and giganto pretzels... I think I deserve this one after the workouts and taking the Noms for an hour long walk! Phew..

Agenda: Korean class, Salsa!

Tuesday, 17 May 2011

Pho sure

We're back in London and SO tired!!! Nothing like a bowl of Pho to put you straight to sleep.

fresh spring rolls w. a peanut dipping sauce

Vietnamese baguette of both chicken and beef on a whole wheat baguette. I've never had one of these before. I didn't even know it was a thing in the Vietnamese cuisine culture. It was like regular sandwich but with the classic Vietnamese herbs and spices. Quite yummy!

bowl of cereal for breakfast with sprinkled seeds and germ on top. Our fridge is almost empty; no eggs and bread!! Time for an Ocado order ..

http://www.kobos.com/Coffee-Tea-Espresso/Gourmet-Specialty-Coffee/Dark-Roast-Coffee/

I'm back to drinking coffee! While we were in Portland, we stopped by Kobos coffee and bought two different dark blends. I love their coffee's because its dark but doesn't taste bitter and has a rich and smooth taste. It's a nice way to welcome coffee back into my life :)

Today's agenda: Zumba, Korean studies, salsa class, relaxation.. The hubs is in Dublin, Ireland for a couple days leaving me all alone!! What the funk we just got back home!! Booooo!!!