Don't Skip Breakfast...

We all have those mornings when we're running late and breakfast doesn't seem to be an option, but it is so important to get some [healthy] food in your system within an hour of waking up to get your metabolism running. This pineapple juice, grapefruit concoction is so quick to make, filling, healthy, and tasty (as long as your grapefruit is ripe, not like the one in the picture). When training for flight attending I attended Corporate School of Etiquette which consisted of a food course. The Chef teaching us, Chef Melissa, is a chef for many celebrities including Heidi Klum. She said that one of her clients told her about this concoction and she tried it out. She shared it with our class and I though I'd share it with you. Just throw a grapefruit and a little pineapple juice in a blender and drink up!

New Vintage Treasure [Chest]

I'm SO excited about my new addition. Yesterday I was visiting at my grandmother's house and our conversation lead to her showing me a chest that belonged to her grandmother. I've been wanting/looking for a chest for a bit and they are quite pricey at antique shops. I obviously fell in love with it and she said I could have it...even better, the interior of the chest is an aqua/teal blue which is an accent color I want to decorate a small portion of the wall with. Once I get to the accent decor I will be sure to post pictures! Oh and my grandpa gave my boyfriend this old ukelele...nothing beats awesome hand-me-downs. Not sure what exactly I'm going to put in the chest, if anything at all. Sometimes simplicity is striking...

Baby Shower Cake

I attended a baby shower yesterday and the cake was so adorable and creative...I thought I'd share it! Pregnant belly with the baby's foot kicking.

Fashion DON'Ts

This needs no explanation...

Nutricious & Delicious...Acai Bowls

Healthy lunch. These acai bowls are popular in the surf culture and packed with antioxidants. I enjoyed this "Chocolate Strawberry Bowl" at Sambazon in Cardiff by the Sea, CA which consists of acai, chocolate hemp milk, strawberries, and granola. There's many variations of these acai bowls to suit your taste. If you haven't tried it already, get on it!

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

I make these lettuce wraps every so often because they are so tasty and quick. I found the recipe for the sauce on Pinterest.com which was used for a spicy asian noodle dish (which is very amazing as well). I thought it'd be great for chicken lettuce wraps! Here's the step by step how to:


Step 1 Making the Sauce--In a small bowl mix 2 Tbsp. each of Soy Sauce, Toasted Sesame Oil, Apple Cider Vinegar, Sriracha, and Red Chili Pepper Flakes (I think the spicier the better but if you can't handle spice, easy on the Sriracha if any at all).


Step 2 Cooking the Chicken--As I said earlier, these are HEALTHY, which means using a George Foreman instead of frying the chicken entirely. Dice into small squares and throw em on the Foreman.


Step 3 Sautéing the Chicken--In a frying pan, heat a small amount of Coconut Spread (a healthier alternative to cooking oil or butter, found at Whole Foods) and toss in cooked chicken and sauce. Simmer for just a few minutes to allow the chicken to absorb the sauce.


Step 4 Rinse lettuce leaves and enjoy!


Note: I didn't have any on hand but to add to the flavor, dice up a little jalapeno, green bell pepper, and onion and sauté it with the chicken and sauce. Also, if the lettuce leaves annoy you, make it a salad.

1st Post!

I receive daily emails from theonlineclothingboutique.com which I usually delete right away since I'm not laying in cash. Today however, I saw a chiffon color block blouse that I absolutely loved...and it was only $23! Color blocking is a HUGE trend this spring/summer, and this material is completely breathable and perfect for those warm summer nights. This site features garments that are on sale for a limited window period, so check it out daily so you don't miss out on any good steals. Once I receive this in the mail I'll be sure to post pictures of different ways to wear it! 

Designer: PaulnKC