Get your pads and pens ready because it’s time for the Week In Review.
The Week In Review is a list, in its purest form, not of the things you still need to do, but of all the things you have done in the last seven days. It’s an achievement list, an ode to yourself, a celebration of sorts, and a virtual pat on the back or smack on the ass. Wink, wink, nudge, nudge.
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♫ You can do it, put your list into it. ♫
I’ve been having an affair, an amorous relationship if you will.
With a former lover, one who has come back into my life suddenly and with a vengeance. In the interest of full closure, you should know the Hubby is on board with my new flame and even the tiny human is a fan. We’re one big kinky family.
Yes, I’ve renewed my relationship with food, which is not to say I wasn’t eating previously, but I’ve been cooking and creating a whole lot more, and instead of being overwhelmed or another thing to juggle with a baby on my hip, it’s been refreshing and quite lovely. As a result, I’ve decided to forego the tradition WIR and share the tasty vittles I’ve been consuming in the past few days.
Let’s get picturing.
(Scrambled Egg Breakfast Bowls with Ranchero Beans, Spicy Cheese, Green Onions, Avocado and Pico de Galla)
(Croissant, Almond Croissant and Lemon Blueberry Pop Tart from Butter Block)
Raspberry Rhubarb Coffee Cake
(Strawberry Rhubarb Coffee Cake)
(Broccoli from OUR GARDEN! Squeal.)
(Roasted Sweet Potato Kale Salad)
(Latin Loaded Fries from Alley Cat)
(Green Salad with Chickpeas, Avocado, Blue Cheese, Green Onions, and Bell Pepper)
(Moroccan Carrots with Chickpeas and Raisins)
(Hard Boiled Egg Sandwich with Avocado, Swiss Cheese and Pesto with a side of Cherries)
(Veggie Burger, Fruit Salad and Pasta Salad)
(And of course my meals wouldn’t be complete, without a fancy cocktail.)
It’s your turn. I’d love to hear from you. Link up and get yo’ list on.
What are three things you accomplished in the last week? Big or small?
secret lovers is one of my favorite songs lol. lots of good food for you these days!
meredith (The Cookie ChRUNicles) recently posted…Need Downtime Plus Mets Game, Cookie Do & Cakes (week in review)
Lots of salads with plenty more to come, thanks to my CSA and garden.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
You grew a whole head of BROCCOLI!?! You can grow anything. Babies included.
Its beautiful. So green and alien finger like! Your meals are always beautiful, creative and comforting. Is that carrot raisin recipe one of yours? I’m deeply intrigued.
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There’s even more broccoli growing now which means a second harvest. Hooray!
Yes, the carrot dish is a recipe I’m testing. Hopefully I’ll get it up soon.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
What ingredients are involved in a plate Latin Loaded Fries? They look awesome. Also, my breakfast felt insecure after scrolling through all these incredible eats. I need to step up my foodie game.
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The Latin Loaded fries included two types of cheese, onions, jalapeno, some type of spicy delicious and creamy sauce. Oh and meat, which they put on the side for my Hubby.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
You already know how I feel about that pop tart ; ) but I want that rhubarb coffee cake! Truth: I’ve never made anything with rhubarb because it intimidates me, but it looks SO GOOD.
Jamie recently posted…Things I’m Digging This Summer
Rhubarb can be really good, especially in baked goods. I also made a rhubarb strawberry crisp that was even better than the coffee cake, but alas no picture.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
Can you please come and cook for me? I am living off snack pretzels and instant noodles lately. You see it’s serious!
I’d even give kale another try if necessary 😉
Apart from that I love hearing you have fun cooking and creating again and even find some time to do so!
Juli@1000lovelythings recently posted…Week in Review – Catching up
If you watch Ave, I’ll definitely cook for you. It’ll be a treat, especially if we get to eat on your balcony.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
YUM all your meals look amazing, I literally want to try them all. My mom usually grows broccoli and everything always tastes better when it’s fresh from the garden. We live in a townhouse with no hard space, so I can’t wait to have a backyard for a garden one day.
Patricia @Sweetandstrong recently posted…Week in Review; Meals, Workouts, and More
If you have a balcony, you could do some herbs and tomatoes in pots. We used to do that.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
yummm-o! cheers and wiggles to all of that. i had a joy filled day yesterday where i played brazilian music (cesaria avora) drank wine, nad cooked all by myself while derek adn baby bear were at the in laws and he played daddy day golf. BLISSSSS
i made spinach cheese egg muffins, salmon muffins, meatball muffins, banana muffins, and roasted sweet potatoes. i finally feel excited and prepared for baby bear eats for the week.she loves eggs and soft stuff so muffins to the rescue. i can’t wait for her to try them… i will try not to kill myself if she doesn’t gobble them up because i will. everything is delish and made with love, wine, and music. bliss. XX
Your yesterday sounds perfect and complete with kitchen dance parties. Go YOU! Wiggle, wiggle.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
Ok that is SO cool that you grew broccoli. It looks BEAUTIFUL! 🙂 And I love it when a renewed relationship with food and cooking happens, because i love to cook, so it’s tough when I don’t have any interest in doing it.
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You and me both. It feels so good to get back into the kitchen again.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
DANG, WOMAN! I’m so impressed. You’re my hero. Your husband is the luckiest man alive, seriously. I can’t get my Week in Review together AGAIN for this week because my life has been too busy and too boring to take pictures!
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It’s all good sunshine. I’d rather have you busy living than typing up a WIR post.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
Broccoli from your garden! Love it! What a beauty. 😉 You have excellent taste in secret lovers.
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I think so too.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
You have been VERY busy in the kitchen! That is SO awesome you enjoyed being back in there and it wasn’t a stress. I want to get my hands on much of this food, but particularly that kale, sweet potato salad! Yum! Happy Monday, lady! 🙂
Ashley @ A Lady Goes West recently posted…A hot weekend and my weekly workouts
Oh yes the kale roasted sweet potato salad is one of my favorites. It’s such a good combo.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
Whaaat? Garden envy! You’ve got broccoli already? That you grew? Why oh why didn’t I plant broccoli! I want broccoli from my very own garden. Now! I’ve got….chives. See? I am Thankful for chives.. Trying…
That scrambled egg breakfast bowl has me! For any meal of the day! And well, of course the coffee cake, a no-no in my world as a person with blood sugar that drops as low as in the 30’s if I’m not cautious. (Reactive hypoglycemia) Kinda ruins my fun in a big way and sometimes I play roulette. It can be done, if it is planned, rare, and really worth it, with proper combining of protein and fat after dallying, dappling, and dancing in the sugar fields, for about 48hrs follow up.
I am so happy your old natural rhythm and life balance is returning! With a new twist named Ave, of course! All signs are pointing to the end of the hardest part wrapping up! I love my food too and being in the kitchen constructing delicious and often simple foods is so rewarding! Good on ya!
Oh man, low blood sugar drops are nothing to mess with. They can be quite scary so I’m sorry you have to deal with that. The scrambled egg breakfast bowl is equally delicious so I think you should play it safe and stick with that. Truth be told, I prefer the egg bowl to the coffee cake. 🙂
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
Mmmmm, this post makes me hungry! I am not leaving enough time for food, that is clear. Most importantly, hooray for getting back to something you love. It can be so hard with kids to make time for yourself and the things that you love.
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You have two kids to juggle so I can’t even imagine trying to find time to cook. Also for me, the cooking is sorta self-love. 🙂
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
Ohmygoodness, this secret of lover of yours is delectable. Seriously, that broccoli looks better than ones at the store. Also, I may have to steal that breakfast scrambled egg bowl of yours.
Have a lovely week!
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I love a good scrambled egg breakfast bowl. Anything goes!
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
Yum yum yum! I also fully support this renewed love affair 🙂 Based on these recent eats, I completely trust your judgment regarding food. So, I’m wondering if you could recommend a good restaurant in Cleveland for dinner. My husband and I are going to be in town on July 1 for the U2 concert. I’ve been scoping out restaurants and made a res at Bold Food & Drink. But, I’d love to hear a loacal’s perspective on good places to eat. Thanks for any help!
Hi Amanda. You made a great pick. I really like Bold. I’ve been there a couple of times and their sister restaurant in Lakewood is one of my favorites: same chef and owner and same food concept with locally sourced produce as much as possible, which makes my hippie heart happy. In fact, if you search Forage (their sister restaurant) on my blog, you’ll see some of the items I’ve ordered there.
In addition to Bold, which is on the west bank of the flats (new, revitalized, up and coming area), you and your husband should also check out East 4th street. Grab a drink on a patio; there’s a bunch of them. It’s a fun, vibrant area right by the Q, which is where I’m sure U2 will playing. If you’re staying longer than one day, let me know and I’d be happy to make more recommendations. I have a thing for food and love Cleveland.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
Thanks so much! I really appreciate the info. Looking forward to trying Bold and exploring the city that you clearly love so much!
My appetite made a mysterious disappearance for a couple weeks – I blame the heat – but it is back with a vengeance. I want to eat all of this. Nom.
Oh yes, really hot weather can do a number of your appetite. Those days, I just want cool boozy cocktails.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
OHHH haayyyy to alllllaa this goodness. ESP that pop tart. Whaaaattt
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The pop tart was amazing.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
Seriously, all your food looks scrumptious. I totally want you to make all the for me :). You make being a (mostly) vegetarian look appealing (that is a big compliment coming from this meat-eater). Ok, I’m drooling now…..
Why thank you. I appreciate the lovely compliment and would be happy to share my veggies.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
So glad you rekindled your food flam! It all looks amazing
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Thanks Patrick, I appreciate that.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
Oh hello there, gorgeous lover! You’re not by any chance willing to share and send him into my neck of the woods, hm? My kitchen mojo has been way too low for quite some time now and it’s just not right . Alternatively, I’d be open for daily meal delivery from your kitchen.
That Morrocan carrot and raisin dish reminds me of one of my favourite pilaf-type dishes. Hm … maybe I should prepare that one soon to warm up to cooking again.
From babies to broccoli – you’re good at growing new life 😉
Thanks lovely. You’re welcome to come stay with us for a bit. You can watch Ave and I’ll do the cooking. 🙂
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
After a heated mental debate, I’ve decided the Scrambled Egg Breakfast Bowls and the Latin Loaded Fries look the best. But the coffee cake and the pop tart were strong contenders, too. #allthecarbs
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Those fries were amazing, and I love a good scrambled egg breakfast bowl. Also, I’m with you: #TeamCarbAllTheWay
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
I want those sweet potato fries!
I’ll share.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)
Well. You know I approve of this foodie affair. Sign me up for one of everything. Except the drink. I’ll have 3-4 of those. 😉
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I fully intend to make a fun cocktail this evening with my fancy Sipp soda. You should come.
Meghan recently posted…Week in Review: My Secret Lover Edition (#88)