Those of you who guessed I am going to Paris in September are correct! Good work, ma petite détectives, good work. ;)
During the 3rd week in September, I will be on an all girl’s trip with OSGMOM and my sister Kristi. We have been planning a trip together for over 5 years now and we couldn’t be more excited. [I would like to thank Eat Pray Love for giving my mom the travel bug again. She called me about this trip idea shortly after starting, and falling in love, with the book!] I took French Immersion in school (from grade 7-11), but I will have to brush up on my French skills before leaving.
I will be blogging while I am away and I am excited to take you on this journey with me. However it is quite possible I may turn into a coffee-drinking, croissant loving, bon-bon eating non-vegan. I can’t be sure. I will be talking more later on about how I plan on eating while there. ;)
Now onto less exciting, but equally delicious things…breakfast…
We have a situation here!!!
Today I used 1/8th tsp of Vanilla Bean Paste in the banana soft serve and it was delicious!
Swirlz.
Tip: If you can’t get your processor to make Banana soft serve, add a splash of almond milk to speed things along.
Check out the specs of vanilla bean! Mmmm.
I made it with layers of blueberries, Nature’s Path rice crisp, and cacao nibs.
And a raspberry on top for colour!
For the vegan overnight oats, I used my classic recipe.
It was pretty much out of control goodness, as per usual.
Today’s question: Have you ever been anywhere in Europe? Where did you stay and what did you think about it? If you haven’t been, where would you like to visit?
Well, I am off for another busy day of work. Today is Operation: Healthy Living Summit day. I will be making over 225 Glo Bars complete with custom name tags for the HLS and shipping them out tomorrow! I also need to work on Kristin’s Wedding Favours and Ambrosia + customer orders. Going to be a busy one! Wheeeeeee. Have a wonderful Wednesday!
I just took an all girls trip to Italy! You will have a lovely time!!!
I’ve been to Wales, England, Spain, France, and Italy — all on completely separate trips..gotta rack up those United miles ;)
your breakfast always looks so good, presentation counts
My boyfriend and I took a trip to Rome and Venice last Fall and it was breathtaking! I’ve also been to Israel but that isn’t in Europe technically!!
How FUN!!!!!!! Your breakfast looks delicious.
I spent a summer in France as an exchange student. Loved it! I have also been to England twice. The first time to take and English class on British Theatre and the second time with my then boyfriend (now husband) who proposed to me while we were there. Someday I want to take my boys there for a “europe semester” since we are homeschoolers.
Congratulations on your trip! Europe is fabulous, I’ve been mainly to London and Wales areas. Can’t wait to read about your trip.
Angela-
That’s wonderful! I hope all of you have eye-opening experiences there.
Traveling abroad always allows me to recharge and gain new perspective in my life. There’s nothing i love more than exploring new cities and watching people living life a different way.
I lived in the UK for two years 2005-2007 and got a chance to explore most of Europe during that time. However, I never made it to Paris, Amsterdam or Prague and those are on the top of my list next time I get over there.
I get to try a Glo Bar!! Really? Yay! That is really exciting for some reason. I am excited for your trip to France. I loved it there when I visited in high school. I can’t wait to go back some day!
My husband took me to Italy in May – it was AMAZING! It was the first time being overseas for both of us, and we enjoyed being immersed in another culture. We visited Rome, Pompeii, Florence, and Venice. Florence was definitely our favorite place – the people were so welcoming and friendly, the food was delicious, and the Tuscan countryside was breathtaking. We definitely want to go back to Europe some day. :) Interesting fact: we are both allergic to wheat and gluten, but the pasta and pastries in Italy didn’t bother us at all! We determined that it must be something about the way they process their flour. Whatever it was, it was wonderful to eat pasta! :) Have a wonderful time in Paris! What fun! :)
My husband and I want to go to Italy do badly!
That’s so exciting! :)
I’ve always wanted to learn French and visit Paris. It seems like such a nice place.
Paris! How exciting!
I’d love to visit Paris but the husband and I really want to go to Italy. That would be my 1st choice. I’ve never been to Europe but I have been to South Africa and the husband has been to Russia.
That breakfast looks delish! I tried overnight oats but it was a completely flop. I am going to have to try them again, I think!
I’ve spent the last two months in Germany and it’s absolutely amazing. Thanks to the ease of travel in Europe, I’ve also gone to Austria (where my family’s from) and Switzerland (most beautiful place ever). I would have loved going to France, but I guess that just gives me an excuse to come back again…
I was married in Italy. I travelled much of W Europe after my wedding as well. We spent 7 days in Paris during that period. It was awesome.
You must go to the restaurant Paradis Au Fruits. I know YOU would love it.
Yay!!! That’s so exciting!! I can’t wait to hear all about it, and to see your beautiful pictures of France!!
I live in FInland and have travelled in several other European countries. BUT. Paris was hands down my favourite and I would go there again if I got the chance. The city is so beautiful and full of places to see and things to experience. I hope you have a lovely time!
I went to Europe on a school trip with EF Tours in March 2005 (I think I was in grade 11). We spent a day or two in Lucerne, Switzerland. Then the bulk of our trip was spent in Italy. We visited Verona, Venice, Rome, Florence, Pisa, Siena… I think that’s it! We spent a day in Monaco, then Cannes, Nice, and Èze and took the TGV up to Paris. We visited there for 2-3 days, I think. It was so beautiful. We took a boat ride on the Seine at night, went up the Eiffel Tower, walked a lot, spent 45 minutes at the Louvre (because the teacher who took the trip with us wasn’t very into art!)… I’ve been thinking about Paris lately (like the past month or so) and it’s definitely a place I’d like to revisit at some point. 3rd week of September this year, we’ll be going to Alberta and BC. :)
Hi Angela,
This is such a small world!
Like Roxanne, I have never commented on your blog despite having been following it for a little while. (Your posts are very inspiring!) However, when reading that you will visit Europe and in particular my home city, I felt compelled to leave a comment :-)
I hope you, your mother and your sister will have a blast in Paris and enjoy the not-always- smily Parisians :-) If you need any ideas, I’ll be happy to help.
Oh man..I really hope you decide to be a non vegan in Paris…lol I know that might be bad to say (I love your way of eating) but honestly!? The desserts!…The butter!…The Cheese!…The butter!
lol ohhh I am so excited for you :D
Paris – how exciting! I would love to go there some day. My last name is French so I feel like I have to…. Or at the very least, go to Canada ;)
Double CONGRATS on your trip to France AND you Ambrosia order! WoO HoO!! Before you know it, you will be on the Today show or even Oprah :) :) Much deserved……
Happy Wednesday,
Stacie
Oh how I love Paris!!!! I’ve been there twice and the second time was for our honeymoon! I highly suggest checking out Rick Steve’s website for Paris travel. Such great info!! His maps are the very best as well. I bought one for our second trip.