First comes love, then comes marriage...

First, I'd like to apologize for my lack of blogging.  I promise I haven't forgotten about you.  Lets just say that I never imagined anything coming between me and my love of food/entertaining until I entered the wonderful world of motherhood (or pregnancy).  That's right you read it correctly, and not only am I pregnant but it's with twins! 

Since receiving the wonderful news, I haven't been able to cook or prepare a normal meal in months. But don't you worry, after passing the 3 month mark last week I have found that many foods are starting to appeal to me again and regardless, I have to force myself to eat a balanced diet for the sake of my babies. So long diet of bagels, cookies, chips, and ice cream. I'll miss you dearly.

So last night I finally got back on the saddle (to my husband's delight) and prepared a super easy meal: Sweet and Sour Meatballs with whole wheat couscous.  It was hearty, filling, and healthy-enough. :) But I have to say that I am not a fan of the slow-cooker. Patience and pregnancy do not seem to go hand in hand for this girl.   

PC: dairygoodness.ca



Lanvin for H & M

Calling all fashionistas: it's been confirmed that Lanvin is collaborating with H & M! Stay tuned until November 23rd to get your hands on these edgy designer duds at H & M prices. 

Here are some of my favorite pieces from the fashion house's recent collection (not H & M-I wish):

PC: Coquette, New York Magazine-Fashion

Burrito Bowl

Thanks to Closet Cooking I have another easy Mexican meal under my belt: the deconstructed burrito aka the Burrito Bowl.  This hearty meal includes everything you'd find in your typical burrito: cilantro lime rice,  spicy black beans, fresh pico de gallo, and tequila lime chicken all topped with sour cream and grated jack and cheddar cheese.

Even better, no utensils are required-just serve tortillas instead.

And to make this meal healthy, just use brown rice, low fat sour cream and cheese and stick to your serving size.

PC: Closet Cooking

Retro Storage

Only Fish's Eddy would have such stylish and retro storage jars.

PC: Fish's Eddy

Stunner

Dream dress:

Skinny B-tch

I often turn to Mexican when I want a no-fuss weeknight meal that will taste good and do good for my body. My latest find: Old El Paso (Chicken or Steak) Fajitas. With only 4 ingredients to be purchased at the grocery including the kit itself, fajitas have never looked so good, and to be honest I've never felt so good... about a weeknight meal.

 I pair mine with refried beans (out of the can) and sliced avocado.  It's delightful, beyond simple as it takes around 15 minutes to make, and best of all, you wake up the next morning feeling skinny-mini! It's my kind of meal.

Here's what to look for at the grocery:

And here's how beautiful your meal could look:

Dinner doesn't have to stress you out! Just go the Old El Paso route.

PC: Old El Paso, Kalyn's Kitchen

Chicken Salad Veronique

After whipping up a batch of chicken salad for lunch today, I realized that I had to share it with my readers since it's absolutely perfect for that mid-day fix or lunch.  It's so good that my husband even requests to have it in the fridge at all times. 

The recipe: Chicken Salad Veronique by none other than Ina Garten.

A word of advice: since the chicken has to roast for 45 minutes and you have to allow time for it to cool, plan ahead. 

Use low fat mayo to cut down on the fat. 

PC: Ina Garten