Avocado Lettuce Wraps

I have always eaten healthy (most of the time anyways) but lately, in my effort to slim down, I have really been put to the test. My trainer currently has me on what he calls a fuel/fire cycle. On the fuel days I keep my calories under 1300 and my carbs under 90. That’s enough …

Mustache Pay & Other Idiosyncrasies of India

Policemen must have mustaches. In India, the policemen were required to grow mustaches because it was considered to make one look more authoritative. I was doubtful of this and looked it up. Turns out my ex wasn’t too far off. Check out this article from BBC News entitled “Indian police given moustache pay” and I …

Pistachio-Parsley Broiled Fish

I came up with this recipe because I had some specialty oils and I was trying to think of a creative way to use them. Pistachio-Parsley Broiled Fish   Print Prep time 5 mins Cook time 15 mins Total time 20 mins   This is an easy dish that’s light and delicious. Wonderful to enjoy …

Mexican Dinner Salad

Mexican Dinner Salad   Print Prep time 12 mins Total time 12 mins   This is a great salad for summer and you can play with the ingredients as suits you. Recipe type: Entree Serves: 4 Ingredients Head of Lettuce 2 Haas Avocados 2 Ripe Sweet Tomatoes (on the vine) or 1 carton of grape …

Fresh & Easy Ways to Cook at Home

Cooking at home does not have to be a big production. I know it can be daunting for those of us with busy schedules. I mean who doesn’t have a busy schedule these days? I certainly do. So how do I have time to cook at home every day? Am I some sort of super …