A new, health-conscious friend (who also happens to have FBC) introduced me to this delish smoothie recipe, called “Yamtastic!” How great is the name? I wanted to try it the minute I heard the name! Not only is it really tasty, but it is so, so good for you (double Silver Lining)! In case you… Continue reading Friday's Fixin's: Yamtastic Smoothie
Recipes
Friday's Fixin's: Long-Run Cake
Ohhhhhh, do I have a treat to share with you this week. Yumma! Yumma! Yumma! I found this recipe in Runner’s World magazine (one of my favorite reads while running on the treadmill – highly motivating, right?!?).
Friday's Fixin's: Running Preparation & Recovery Treats
As I prepare for my 1/2 Marathon this Sunday, I am thinking about what I’m going to eat before and after the run. I am a big fan of Brendan Brazier who is a professional triathlete (can you imagine?!?) and a two-time Canadian 50 km Ultra Marathon Champion (that is OVER 100 miles, in case you were wondering!). In addition to his studley athleticism, he is also a vegan. Super cool Silver Lining.
Friday's Fixin's: Toffee Bark
When I jump off the vegan, sugar-free, health conscious train, I jump BIG. I mean really big! And though I pay the price dearly with insomnia and horrendous hot flashes (sugar, wine and caffeine bring on hot flashes in a mean way!) it is worth it.
I jumped big time with this week with Lulu Powers’ Toffee Bark (Chocolate-Caramel Matzoh). Just writing it makes me drool. Yes, it’s THAT great! Hope you enjoy it!
Friday's Fixin's: A Little Marinara Goes a Long Way
Last week, some girlfriends came over to cook a bunch of vegan, gluten free dishes. One of which is an outrageously good marinara sauce. Hope you enjoy!
Friday's Fixin's: Roxie's Rockin' Tomato Soup
I love tomatoes. I love the color, taste, fragrance and even shape. This is serious tomato season in Santa Barbara. The Farmer’s Markets are teeming with the most exquisite varietals right now. By the way, prior to moving to Santa Barbara, I had NO IDEA just how many different kinds of tomatoes there are. I… Continue reading Friday's Fixin's: Roxie's Rockin' Tomato Soup
GOOP + Friday's Fixin's
Yesterday was an extraordinary, Silver Lined day because the Brookside Buzz received a beautiful shout out from Julia Leach on Gwyneth Paltrow’s (fabulous) blog GOOP. I must say that I am honored and humbled by the response. I’m also super excited and would like to take this opportunity to welcome new readers and to thank… Continue reading GOOP + Friday's Fixin's
Friday's Fixin's: Chewy Toasted Pecan Bar
Recently a friend forwarded this recipe to me knowing how much I do love a good gluten-free, vegan snack. Yes, I promise: delicious, gluten-free AND vegan CAN indeed be used in the same sentence. Trust me, after you eat these bars, you’ll understand why!
Friday's Fixin's: Ranch Granola
A few months ago, I had the great privilege of attending (and COMPLETING!) the intensely rigorous hiking program at The Ranch at Live Oak Malibu. It was one of the great trips of my life because I did it while undergoing chemo (that’s also the insane part!). A Silver Lining to this experience (in addition to surviving!) was the delicious food.
Friday's Fixin's: Mollie's Fusilli al Tonno
Today, I had the great privilege and opportunity to attend a cooking class hosted by the extraordinary Mollie Ahlstrand of Trattoria Mollie’s in Montecito (full disclosure: Mollie’s is our favorite restaurant in town!). And the Silver Lining is that I get to share her Fusilli al tonno. Yeah!