I guess my stomach didn’t want to be as full as it growled it did because I didn’t end up eating my nectarine or my Clif bar. I was full up until noon – and more. Maybe it shrunk.
The US Foodservice tour was very neat – they distribute food to restaurants across most of North and South Carolina and had $33 million worth of food in their facility! Walking through the refrigerator room was so cold – I could never imagine working there. But the freezer room is kept at -20*F and the employees have to wear Eskimo suits to stock and package the products! The bad part was the amount of energy and fuel it takes to distribute the food – $75,000 energy bill per month and gallons and gallons and gallons of diesel fuel per day in trucks that only get 6 miles per gallon. Yikes!
I was lucky to be done with classes at noon today in time to have lunch at home. It’s kind of dreary here today with cloudy skies and not too hot, so I decided to defrost a Split Pea Soup for lunch. It might be leftover from our Easter ham!? Soup is one food that I love having as leftovers. And one food that I find freezes beautifully. Check out this post for the recipe and freezing tips: Split Pea Soup .
Of course I had Kashi crackers on the side
And this morning’s nectarine , which was almost too juicy –
With a little Body + Soul –
After lunch I had a small piece of my leftover chocolate slab from Asheville’s Chocolate Fetish. Of course ALL chocolate is good, but I really think this is the best dark chocolate I have ever had. It could be that I am used to higher percentages of chocolate because it does taste very sweet, but I think this store has nailed chocolate and can’t wait to go back for more!
Can I say it again please!?!?!
WINDOWS LIVE WRITER ROCKS!!!
Not that I haven’t loved blogging this past year, but this has definitely renewed my energy for it!
peanutbuttalova says
Kath-
do you havea recipe for the bagels ur hubby makes? they look awesome!!
thanks!
Kath says
peanutbuttalova ,
Yes, it’s on the right sidebar in the long list of recipes under The Husband.
K
VeggieGirl says
Body + Soul = definitely among my favorite magazine publications.
caitlinbo (in FL) says
i wish i could shove the photo of that chocolate in my mouth. i just tried.
my screen is all wet now.
Sara says
Kath,
I love your blog! I’ve been reading it for about a month now and it’s just wonderful. Plus, you’re recipes are delicious.
Thanks so much for updating us all on the Windows Live Writer! It is amazing and allows me to post in half the time!
KatieMoo says
Hi Kath! I’m so glad that you’re finally feeling better! The best produce place around here has signs for “chin-dripping peaches,” so i bet that’s what your nectarine was!
I have a question… what’s your go-to store for clothes? You look like you where a lot of Ann Taylor Loft, am I right?
Beth Q says
I have a question for everyone. I’m going on a date tonight (yay!) and we’re eating at a local Indian place. I’m not too worried about finding vegetarian fare, but I am concerned about all the cream and butter. You guys are a healthy bunch, so I’m wondering, what do you typically order when going out for Indian?
tfh says
There’s nothing better for a recovering stomach than soup!
Regarding US Foodservice’s Energy Consumption– eek. It reminds me that I should try to hit up the farmer’s market more often!
Marcy says
Congrats on the cook book, I can’t wait to read it- when do you think it will be available?
Also, what type of jars are those little glass ones you make your dressings in? They look perfect for carrying dressings to classes.
cindy says
Hi Kath- I see you love Kashi crackers and the crunch. Me too, so I’ll share some of my finds: have you heard of Dr. Krackers crackers? They are organic whole grains, with seeds on top and have a super crunch. (come in bite size and full sheets.)
Also, those Ezekiel muffins you like (I like the variety with the seeds, Genesis), they also make tortillas (small and large size) very good nutritional profile.
Clara says
Aw, that meal looks so delicious and comforting. I definitely know what you mean about not feeling too hungry when you’re just recovering from illness – your stomach usually does shrink a bit and your body is just tired and not that into burning up food! But I’m sure you’ll be 100% again in no time 😀
I loved all the pics from Ashville btw – thanks for sharing. Enjoy your afternoon!
Tina O. says
Does it make anyone else horribly depressed that there is so much energy consumption and waste by companies? ugh.
my friend was a merchant marine and told me that on the ship they used to dump ALL of their garbage overboard. AND they dumped oil as well. Into the ocean! Seriously, it depresses me so much-I can’t imagine the little things I (and you) do help at all when the big corporations keep doing all this polluting!
sorry-end of rant.
Hallie says
I have a question for those of you who read Fit From Within. I read it over this holiday weekend and I really liked it. But, I’m a little lost now as to how to incorporate some of the things she talks about in the book, since I’m not obese or a compulsive overeater and many of her tips seemed meant for those who are.
So, if you read it, how did it impact your eating/food philosophy/life etc.? Did you make any changes immediately, or was it just a “food for thought” (haha, food) kind of read?
Amy sweet potato says
Beth Q,
Chicken tikka and tandoori chicken (or just tandoori of any meat/veg variety) are safe and delicious bets as they are grilled with a deeeelicious/healthy method….also you must try naan bread, it’s like a big warm pita only slightly softer…have a great night!
Steph says
Wait, I’m confused. What’s this about Kath having a cookbook?? Maybe I misread….
Justy2003 says
Steph-In the answer to the questions on the previous post Kath mentioned that she’s going to be writing some recipes for a cookbook in August when she’s done with classes.
DaisyMay says
Question for anyone who lives in Boston. Good restaurants to eat at? I want to try something amazing but low in cost.
Steph says
Thanks Justy! That cookbook project is totally exciting Kath! And how nice of you to come out to SF just for my b-day! =) J/K
Are you still planning on meeting up with some Bay Area folks?
Julie says
Hi Kath –
I’m interested in buying a HRM but I also heard about the BodyBugg. Any thoughts on which is better or more accurate? I’d love to know how many calories I’m actually burning. Thanks!
Karen says
Your stats on energy needed to distribute the food is staggering! It’s no wonder we need to support local growers.
Gonna have to check out Windows Live Writer now!
sarah says
ok, sign me up for a copy of whatever the cookbook project generates 🙂
i am so with you about the energy. i get depressed thinking of how futile it seems sometimes (i had a mourning period after seeing an inconvenient truth that lasted MONTHS). and still there is way more that i could (should) be doing to do my part. i think i have made some progress, though.
KatieF says
I must say, for having a stomachache you still do pretty good at eating healthfully! I am the ginger ale and saltine queen when I’m sick to my stomach. 🙂 Good work!
Fitnessista says
What is in that chocolate??? It looks heavenly!
I had a bagel for breakfast this morning- after seeing the ones your husband made I needed one 🙂
Kath says
KatieMoo ,
I love both LOFT and Ann Taylor. And Old Navy for casual stuff. And GAP, but only occasionally. And Banana and J Crew when I have money. But LOFT is probably my favorite.
Marcy ,
Unfortunately not until 2010 – I think.
The jars are former Harris Teeter Brand Pesto jars. I love them too! Worth buying the pesto for 🙂
cindy ,
I love those crackers but haven’t bought them in a while because they’re so expensive!! We used to get them in slab form too. I think kashi are my all-time favs though.
And I haven’t tried the EZ tortillas yet, but I plan to soon!
Hallie ,
I think you gotta just take from her what you can. Some of her tips apply to me and some don’t. Some I would never do, and some turned on lightbulbs.
Steph ,
Yes, I do want to get together with whoever can on Wed. July 16 for dinner in the Union Square area. Any suggestions for group-friendly swanky modern places?
Julie ,
I have never heard of the BodyBugg so I can’t compare, but HRM’s are based on heart rate (obviously) which is directly proportional to O2 consumption and therefore calorie burn. So if the BodyBugg is related to either O2 consumption or HR, then it’s probably a good estimate too.
Fitnessista ,
TOFFEE!!! SO delicious!
Kath
BethT says
Kath, re: SF dinner places – I can’t meet you all on July 16 🙁 Perhaps we can get together for brunch or lunch on the 17th?
For those who are wanting to dine, I love the following restaurants near Union Square:
Colibri – http://www.colibrimexicanbistro.com/
They make great fresh fruit margaritas and fresh guacamole at your table. <3
Cafe Claude – http://www.cafeclaude.com/
A short walk away, but an awesome french bistro.
Millenium – http://www.millenniumrestaurant.com/
Upscale vegan/veg cuisine. Amazing.
Just a few thoughts…these are some of my faves.
Kath says
BethT ,
So sad you can do dinner! Would Thursday night work for you better? But lunch would work fine for me. Send me an email! Thanks for the great suggestions – I’m going to check them out tonight!
Kath
Dorothy says
So, strange coincidence, I had leftover Beef Barley soup that I had made with my Easter Prime Rib bone today. How funny!