Happy Sunday! I’m having a quiet morning with two lazy chihuahuas in the office and trying to motivate myself for a run after a long week. Smokey has been having a lazy weekend claiming both fuzzy blankets on the couch.
And Miko would like more toy throwing time.
We stepped over to Grocery Outlet after the gym yesterday where I seriously scored on cheap ripe bananas! They even had a nice selection of organic bananas and large bags of them for $1 for quick sale.
I bought as much as I could fit into the freezer, so we’re stocked for smoothies for awhile!
Friday night we stepped out to a local sushi place that I love because even though they don’t have any vegan rolls on the menu, they are amazing at making unique, custom vegan roll on request that have been a different and fun adventure each time.
I really liked the tempura asparagus avocado roll topped with lemon – it was tangy, hearty, creamy, and delicious. Maybe if we keep requesting vegan rolls, they’ll finally put some of these amazing creations on the menu.
There has also been a lot of salad this week – always. This is an interesting blend of kale, broccoli, shredded veggies, and sweet peppers with hummus dressing.
And a huge, messy romaine salad with tahini apple cider vinegar dressing.
I’ve also been working through a bag of small potatoes this week and created a simple oil free potato tofu stir fry with tamari and sriracha.
And huge coconut curry potato stew I simmered in a wok with bok choy that was delicious and hearty.
Potatoes are so simple and fast simply chopped into chunks and simmered in a wok with water or veggie broth, the chunks cook in minutes for a fast and versatile one pot meal. Fast and easy is what I needed with a busy week. And this week’s list is a fun collection I threw together with what time I had for reading.
So much so that Baileys is even releasing a vegan beverage now!
And milk alternatives are here to stay. This article has an interesting point that milk is not beneficial for anyone over the age of 3 since we lose the enzyme to digest it and can’t absorb the calcium.
Gary makes an inspiring plant based transition.
Vegans are being reinvented as fit, macho, and sexy.
Dr. Greger explains why fruits and veggies boost DNA repair and fight cancer.
Fiona Oakes is a bad ass vegan ultra runner. I love her view on running and just going out and doing it instead of being stressed about it.
4 professional runners talk about why they love running.
Regular running can cut cancer risk.
And are women taking over running?
Running is empowering young students.
Finally, ditch these 5 habits to be a better person.
I think I needed these pet photo’s today because I’m having just a crappy week. And the potatoes, the ultimate comfort food =) Potatoes truly make life better.
Aw, sorry about your week! Sending good vibes that things get better! So true on potatoes!
I love banana sales! I would have grabbed as many that would fit in my freezer too. :)
I can’t even tell you how happy I am about the vegan Baileys! Every St. Patty’s day I say I’m going to make a vegan version and never get around to doing it. Now I don’t have to yay.
Very excited to see vegans being portrayed as fit and sexy rather than sick and unhealthy.
Me too, I wish I could have fit more in our freezer!
That is exciting about vegan Bailey’s and a positive sign of the times, nice having that option for holidays and parties!
Me too about the image of vegans, I have co-workers that still believe people will starve without meat even though I’ve been vegan for over 6 years now!
I’m in love with Smokey, bananas, and veggie sushi. Great post!
Thanks and me too! :-)