Greetings everyone!
Tofu Ricotta and Blueberry Vinaigrette
Look at the blueberry flecks!
I simmered strawberries, blueberries, and sunflower seeds.
Okay okay so what was I making?
Wild Field Green Salad with Sun-Dried cranberries and Blueberries, Fresh Strawberries, Sunflower Seeds, Tofu Rifcotta, and a Warm Blueberry Vinaigrette
And look what I found in my greens!
This salad was absolutely delectable! My parents couldn’t stop giving it rave reviews and they kept asking questions about it. Gosh, every recipe I make from the cookbook I just fall in love anymore. This was actually a recipe from one of the many Guest Chef sections. Scot Jones was the mastermind behind this mouth-watering salad.
After dinner we started to decorate the Christmas tree.
Tada!
Then my friend came over and we got ready for a night out…
While listening to Jay-Z songs because he's the essence of south Florida.
Pit stops!
We went to the Blue Martini Lounge.
They actually had a DJ so you know what that means…
- And the man behind me told me my trick was “to be exotic”!
Oh really???
Then the rest of the ladies arrived!
If there's music playing then you know I'm not sitting!
And it looks like someone had to end their night a little early.
After a night of dancing I still managed to wake up for my favorite yoga class. I always look forward to Saturday mornings in Florida because of this class!
I made my mom some breakfast.
Oatmeal with ginger syrup, cinnamon, pineapple, and a pumpkin gingerbread cookie.
Granola girl over here with a side of fresh fruit!
That morning I tried Udi’s granola cranberry and walnuts flavor.
YUM! Cranberries and walnuts are delicious together!
I had it with the pumpkin pie yogurt I found at Target the other day, the rest of the cashew toffee Holly sent me, and Bekah’s “scented” almonds.
My dad went to see if there were any ripe papayas to pick.
Leftover tofu "ricotta"
At the store the other day I picked up a box of Dominex eggplant cutlets. These were breaded “italian style” so it was only natural to serve it with tomato sauce, rice “parmesan”, and my leftover tofu “ricotta”.
And refreshing cucumber slices.
Afterwards I got ready to go shopping with some friends.
My friend had Pocky sticks!
Shoe shopping!
We each decided to try on heels that we liked but would be too shy to wear. That’s one thing I’ve been working on. I use to find myself holding back when it came to what I wore. I felt like a little girl dreamily looking at store windows and heels. But why did I have to be a bystander? I find that for myself, if I just go with my gut and wear what I want to wear I feel like a million bucks. Maybe your “thing” isn’t fashion. Maybe it’s no longer just thinking about that painting class you have been hesitating to take because you think you’re “not good enough.” Whatever it is, don’t allow yourself to believe such a lie. Once you start doing what you want to do, the hesitation fades away and the confidence starts to shine as brightly as the sun! Anyway, I finally found the perfect black heels, but I may go back to get these babies…
The perfect New Year's Eve shoe perhaps?
Speaking of New Years, I have no idea what to wear! I’d love to hear what some of you are planning to wear to ring in the new year.
Food and fashion at the same place!
We stopped by Nordstrom Cafe
They have so many items that I see around the blogosphere. Larabars? Check! Clif Z-bars? Check! Dark chocolate? Check check check! I also had my dose of color when I stopped by the Kate Spade store. Walking in there never ceases to bring a smile to my face.
I hope you all got to spend your weekend the way you wanted to! Some of you were snowed in, but it’s not too bad when you’ve got hot cocoa and an excuse to stay in, right? Now I wish you all a wonderful beginning to an exciting week.
LOVE THE CHRISTMAS TREE!!! And hooray for a night of dancing – always a fun time
What I wear to ring in the new year = sparkles. sequins. I look like a disco ball.
this title reminds me of a janis joplin quote: don’t compromise yourself, you are all you’ve got. looks like you’re livin’ it up, triple F style — food, friends and fun. right on!
Oh what a gorgeous Christmas tree! And that salad looks to die for…
It looks like you had an awesome weekend. Glad you’re having fun
HEY LOVE!!
okay those shoes are so HOT!! i love them! please wear them for me-i suck at walking in heels (no arches). it looks like you had a blasty weekend- i love it! and your outfits!! and that salad-AMAZING. tofu ricotta? ive NEVER heard of that!
That salad is so gorgeous! Every component is a winner in my book.
That’s so cool that your Dad can just walk out and pick some papaya. I wish I had that privilege!
Love the Christmas tree! Don’t have New Year’s plans yet, but I sure as hell won’t be going to Times Square. It’s SO much better on TV. The crowds are a nightmare!!
wow those shoes are beautiful. i have no idea what i’ll be doing for new year’s – i’ll be in nyc – but i’m not exactly a party animal or one who likes crowds. that said, i will try to celebrate and not be a party pooper.
I vote you go back and get those stunna heels… Start 2010 off right, strutting your stuff! I don’t know what I’m going to do to celebrate. Eek, got to get on that.
Your weekend looks like the perfect mix of fun and relaxation. I have a sneaking suspicion that a night on the town with Katharina = a blast
Rachael*
New Year’s is definitely a good excuse to wear something a little more adventurous than you might normally
I snagged the sequin-y leopard print dress from the Rodarte for Target line today and I think I’m going to wear that, though I’m not sure with what yet (the neckline is a little funny so it needs something…) – I’ve always wanted something sparkly/sequin-y to wear on new years!
That salad looks incredible!! Sweet, fruity, crispy…is the tofu ricotta just crumbled pressed tofu? Also, you definitely have to get those shoes, absolute show-stoppers! Love xoxo
Your salad looks so amazing. I want! Glad you had a fun fun weekend
Hey there! Thanks for commenting on my post! I totally love to follow your blog- you´re adorable! Speaking of what to wear on new year´s eve, I found the coolest shiny high-waist legging in silver… guess, I´m going to need some confidence to wear those : ) but fortunately I live in Berlin, people here do dress in a unique kind of way
I need to buy this cookbook!!!!! That salad looks sensational!
What a fun girls night out. Sheesh, it’s been ages since I’ve had one of those. Probably my bachelorette party. Way too long!
I am so happy to see that you are enjoying your time at home. I love seeing the warmth of FL on your blog. It makes me wish I was there with you to enjoy it!
Have a wonderful week darling girl!
Those shoes are fab! I think you should definitely go and get them!
For New Year’s we are having a glam rock themed party – aka, I will be wearing either something completely sparkly or leopard print.
Wow the salad you made looked so good, I love fruit on salads!!!!!!!
I love dancing too, it’s so fun to go out , have a drink, and dance all night!!! Looks like you girls had fun!!!!
Those shoes are pretty hot!!!!! Now you just have to get a dress!!! I was thinking the same thing last night, what am I going to wear fro New YEars?? I have no idea!!!
Have a great day!! Its almost xmas!!!!!!
You are SO gorgeous – stunning, just beautiful
so full of life. I love dancing as well 
Oh and those shoes – I’d kill myself in them, but it’d totally be worth it!
Enjoy your week!
Beautiful eats as always!
Those shoes look great, it’s always nice to have a special New Years outfit, I need to think about that too!
I was checking out Barneys.com as they have a ton of shoes on sale but I can’t make up my mind!
Happy New Week,
Katie
http://katiechangesforkatie.blogspot.com/2009/12/slim-secrets-bars-giveaway-extended.html
looks like a blast girl! I love Florida. My hubby and I are taking the little one to Disney for the first time in a few months and I cant wait!
All your food looks fab as usual.
Buy the shoes baby buy the shoes!! I would die to be able to wear those heels. Do you know how hard it is to find cute shoes with a short heel?? I love cute shoes but prefer not to be 6 foot 3.
XOXOX,
Justine
I am so jealous of all your yummy food!! I am going to try and put together some of these incredible looking meals one of these dayz!
*I am loving those shoes I totally think you should go buy them!
For New Years I am going to DC..I found this ahmazing dress from Betsey Johnson..but I think I’m going to have to have way more confidence to pull it off its very trendy so I’m trying to break out of my birks and hoodies
What a fun entry! You covered all the important things – great food, family, friends, a night out and shopping! Nice to meet you! I’m curious as to what book you’re referring to and will go look back in your blog to find out.
lol!! love the pirates booty comment!!!!
Yes lots of snow here, sun is out today so yay!!!
I am thinking sparkly too for a new years outfit!!! I love sequins too!!! Forever 21 always has cute stuff, Im thinking of going there to look!!!
Have a great day!! xoxo
Ahhh, a fellow European, how lovely. I just came across your site in blogland. I loved it.
We actually have a lot in common!!
“I always look forward to Saturday mornings in Florida because of this class!”–I used to have classes like that in San Diego and I miss them so.
The cookbook recipes, need it
The shoe shopping confidence building tirp-love it! Not going anywhere for NYE so no worries for me.
I hope Skylar makes me brekkies like you made your mom…ginger syrup OMG!
The Nord Cafe. When I was still veggie not vegan I used to get their tomato bisque soup. It’s totally amazing. ORDER it!
FAB-YOU-LUSS shoes.
keep having fun at home my love xoxo
oh that salad looks so lovely, K. Pure bliss.
Girl, if you rock those heels on new years it doesn’t matter what you wear — those are SHOW-STOPPERS!!
you and your girls are gorgeous! I can’t imagine how many heads you turned that night
love to you baby!
You look so beautiful, as usual!
I love pockey!
i love the nordstroms cafe!! and you look beautiful/so full of life in those pictures. the blueberry salad sounds so delicious. & cute shoes!!
xoxo
shelley
gah get those shoes! and please post a pic of you looking bossy in ‘em
You are just so adorable and classy–i always love your style
Um, and everything looks AMAZING… i really wish you could just cook for me/teach me how to be more experimental like YOU!! That salad sounds so…professional!
And please, BUY THOSE SHOES! They are gorgeous and would look amazing on New Years Eve!
Hehe yay for fashion + food. My two fave loves. Oh Katharina, I’m sure you will come up with something to wear! You always do!
Shoes are like the one item I will go crazy with, because I tend to wear a lot of blacks, and plain styles (sweaters, skinny jeans, tanks, etc.) but with the shoeeee, it goes from blah to BAM.
Love your cook book eats!
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