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A Fit and Spicy Life
http://www.afitandspicylife.com/
A Midwestern Girl and her love of fitness, food, travel and wine
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Wine Wednesday Incanto Rose
Can you tell I love Italian wines? A lightly sparkling rose that was refreshing and had the perfect color. Scott doesn’t always love rose and he turned his... Read more
Posted on 12 September 2012 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
More Juice
One of the best wedding presents we received was a Breville juicer. I have loved using and coming up with new and interesting juicing combinations. Read more
Posted on 12 September 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Thailand Photo A Day #2
Food in Bangkok has been amazing, it is pretty affordable and so good! This was our dinner one night, Pad Thai and Pork Soup. Read more
Posted on 11 September 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Ravioli with Tomatoes and Lime Basil Dressing
I love cheese ravioli, something about it so comforting and hearty. But sometimes the sauce can get a little heavy. Enter lime basil dressing and tomatoes... Read more
Posted on 10 September 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Honeymoon Day 4/5 Travel Days
We spent most of Tuesday the 4th at the airport, dropping off our rental car, checking in for our flight and waiting. Lots and lots of waiting. We flew China... Read more
Posted on 08 September 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Honeymoon Day 3 LA
Our last full day in LA, a perfect way to have spent Labor Day. We slept in a bit, spent time relaxing (something we are both so bad at) and then headed to be... Read more
Posted on 07 September 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
McCormick Gourmet Recipe Mixes
In our house we are all about quick and easy for weeknight meals. With 2 busy jobs, 2 dogs and just living our life I look for things to elevate those... Read more
Posted on 06 September 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Wine Wednesday Tommasi Giulietta
Another Trader Joe’s find for under $8 dollars. This was a new wine for me and a rather interesting blend of Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, and Garganega. Slightly... Read more
Posted on 05 September 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Honeymoon Day 2 Santa Barbara
On our second day in LA we were up early and on the road by 8am to avoid some of the crazy traffic. We were heading up to Santa Barbara to do a little (meaning ... Read more
Posted on 04 September 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Secret Recipe Club Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
Every once in a while you need a really decadent dessert, one of those that you spend a few hours in the kitchen making. I don’t typically spend hours making on... Read more
Posted on 03 September 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Honeymoon Day 1 LA
It almost feels surreal that our honeymoon is finally here. In what seemed to feel like the longest 2 weeks we dropped the dogs off yesterday morning, grabbed... Read more
Posted on 02 September 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
Off We Go
2 weeks. No computer, no phones, an iPad for entertainment, our bags and just Scott and I. We are off to see new countries, eat some amazing food, and have a fe... Read more
Posted on 01 September 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
August Foodie Pen Pals
I love getting my foodie pen pals package in the mail every month, that little gift at the mailbox and I wonder what exciting thing I will be getting.... Read more
Posted on 31 August 2012 FOOD & DRINK -
Travel Thursday Packing for Thailand
2 days!! Can you tell we are excited for our trip. I am so looking forward to 2 weeks with just Scott and I. No work, no stress, just relaxation and new... Read more
Posted on 30 August 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
Wine Wednesday Happy Hour at Home
We drink most of our wine at home, sitting on our patio or just curled up together on the couch. I much prefer this than sitting in a restaurant or wine bar... Read more
Posted on 29 August 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Gnocchi with Meat Sauce
I often order gnocchi with meat sauce when we go out for Italian but I so rarely make it a home. In fact, I think this is the first time I have ever made meat... Read more
Posted on 28 August 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Cravings Woodbury
When you work or live in the ‘burbs it can be really hard to find a non chain restaurant. I had high hopes for Cravings Wine Bar in Woodbury. Those hopes we’re... Read more
Posted on 27 August 2012 FOOD & DRINK -
Random Thoughts #3
The third edition of random thoughts from the past few weeks… The anticipation of waiting for your wedding photos is really hard! I can not wait to see them.... Read more
Posted on 26 August 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Travel Thursday Honeymoon Prep
We are leaving for our honeymoon in a little more than a week! The countdown is on. Through all of the wedding planning process I was most looking forward to a... Read more
Posted on 23 August 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Wine Wednesday: Cut the Fluff White Wine
Even with the temperatures cooling down from the 90’s to the low 80’s I have still been in the mood for white wine. Light, crisp white wine that is perfect for... Read more
Posted on 22 August 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES
