Happy Valentine’s Day Weekend!
Thank you for such nice comments about my bedroom makeover. Gosh, I feel like Martha! (I joke, I joke). I would love to decorate your rooms- just set the date! ;) Oh, Eric read the post last night and he said, ‘I actually think that spotted placemat makes it MORE girly looking.’
Ouch, that one stung! lol.
Anyone catch the fabulous opening ceremonies last night? I really enjoyed seeing athletes from different countries, it was awesome! Can I just say how hilarious it was seeing all those people run next to Gretzky’s truck when he was en route to light the outdoor torch?! Eric and I could not stop laughing! Too funny. :mrgreen:
Today was a work day for me. I baked just under 200 Adore bars today. I got started nice and early so I have the rest of the day off.
Eric and I are taking tonight to plan out our Florida trip. We feel like we are spinning our wheels because we have spent so much time looking for hotels in the Keys and South Beach and have not booked a thing yet because they are all around $275-300+ per night in March! Not a great time to travel I guess…
We might have to skip the Keys all together since it is so pricey. It seems a bit touristy to me (and way over-priced) so I am not that heartbroken about it.
For today’s post, I thought I would put together some Valentine’s Day menu ideas. These are some of my favourite recipes that would be great to whip up on Valentine’s Day.
Breakfast Ideas:
1) Creamy PB + J Oatmeal Parfait
This is my favourite way to eat oatmeal!
2) Healthy Peanut Butter Coconut Swirl Pancakes
These are the best pancakes I have ever made. The PB coconut swirl is out of this world.
3) Peanut Butter Banana Bomb Muffins
My favourite muffin recipe.
Lunch Ideas:
5) Sweet Potato & Pear Holiday Soup
Hands down the best soup I have ever tasted. OSGMOM made this for me when she was visiting!
7) In A Jiffy Spelt Veggie Burgers
Best veggie burgers I have ever had. I have received at least 20 emails from readers saying the same thing. They don’t look like much but they are magical!
Dinner Ideas:
8) Soul Soothing Quinoa Coconut Curry
Soul Soothing. ‘Nough said.
9) Squash and Chickpea Moroccan Stew
This is a fun dish with lots of textures. Great with wine.
10) This Ain’t Grandma’s Sweet Potato Casserole
A sweet dish- you could even make this for dessert! This is definitely a reader favourite.
Dessert Ideas:
11) Tall, Dark, and Handsome Hawt Cocoa
Rich, creamy, thick. Tall, dark, and handsome. Need I say more?
12) Peanut Butter and Jam Glo Bites
Fun and RED for V-day!
13) Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
Alicia Silverstone is a genius! These rock my socks.
14) Dark Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
One of my favourite cookies of all time.
GAH!
Guess what Eric told me today????
He said that I am BANNED from the kitchen on Valentine’s Day!!!! I wonder if this means he is cooking for me?! ;) A gal can only hope and dream…
I’m off to workout now. My training schedule has changed around a lot this week, but it’s all good. I’m just going with da flo. I have definitely caught the running bug again.
PS- Ke$ha has the best music to run to! Current favs = ‘Backstabber’, ‘Your Love Is My Drug’, and ‘Blah, Blah, Blah’ Awesome tunes.
Have a great day!
Oh my goodness…this post is DROOL worthy!
And, I kind of agree with Eric– there’s nothing really manly about a placemat, lol :-) That being said, I still think it’s awfully cute!
Wow, you were right about the food porn!!!
This is perfect – I was just thinking about looking up your recipe for the savoury oats this morning! Hoping to try out a batch of the veggie burgers as well…. possibly those glo bites too!
Holy yum Ange!
You need to check out Travel Zoo for great Florida hotel deals! www.travelzoo.com Don’t skip Miami and the Keys!
yea we did…i gettheir weekly wed. email. nothing yet!
Thank you thank you thank you for these recipes!
You have the best ones. They always turn out amazing!
I want to try those chocolate peppermint cookies and the veggie burger…and the soup. I think i just have to try everything!
What incredible menu ideas!! I need to make to PB chocolate cups!
Have a Happy Valentine’s Day!
I love recipe round-up posts :) Everything looks amazing! I have to try those spelt burgers…and the pizza…(basically everything)
I love that song “Blah Blah Blah” too ;)
I don’t think I have ever felt more hungry after reading a post.
Oh my gosh…this post looks amazing.
I literally wish I could make every single thing on this list!
I think I’ll start with those muffins :)
Hey! You can’t skip Miami OR The Keys!
When I was in Miami a few years ago we did a day trip to the keys – No pricey hotel but we still got to enjoy the beach and atmosphere. We drank rum runners all day long and just relaxed! Plus you get to take in some scenery along the way.
We might do this…I heard there is a bus from miami to the keys..it might be a good option!!!
The menu looks amazing–as does all your food! =D
In terms of the pricey hotels in the Keys: have you tried doing the Priceline thing where you book a few days in advance instead of weeks? My family has done it, and we got REALLY nice rooms in Chicago that usually go for $120-$150 per night for only about $60!
hmmm might check that out, thanks!
Yum. Yum. Yum!! If I had someone to cook for on Valentine’s Day I would cook these things. haha :)
I don’t know about the south of Florida, but I’m sure that a lot of the beach cities spike their hotel prices starting in March to catch all of the students (and families) on spring break.
Your recipes look wonderful! I am really hankering for some pancakes, so I may just have to make your PB-Coconut Swirl recipe soon! Actually, I am just going to have to make all of these wonderful breakfast and dessert dishes soon! I have a major sweet tooth. :)
Heh, I was thinking the same thing about the placemat, mostly because I know my man isn’t really a fan of anything polka-dotted. It’s your room too though ;)
Kesha does have the best music to run to. Her and Lady Gaga… oh yeah.
Have fun staying out of the kitchen tomorrow!!!
mmmmmmm the food looks delicious. I agree that key west is fun but very touristy you will probably not miss out on much. since it is spring break it will be very overwhelming there anyways. I wish I had a spare room here in Miami, I would love to offer it to you!! (especially in exchange for some of your bars….)but all I have is a one bedroom :( Spring break is a tough time to be down here. The beach will be very busy (but very fun too) although parking becomes a bit much and all the restaurants jack up their prices or take away specials and such and the clubs charge a fortune to get in BUT it is also the most fun time to be here because of all the people!!! anyways make sure you plan a Miami meet up please please please!!! Have you considered looking at hotels that are not on the beach? Since you have a car it might be a good option to save money. It will be a hassle to drive into the beach and park but you will probably save a lot and be near cheaper restaurants too. how long are you in miami?
We are thinking 1 or 2 nights….should be a blast :) Will have a meet up prob march 24th
yay sounds awesome!
Angela!
It looks delicious but…
From one Canadian to another, I’m shocked that you haven’t commented on the Olympics yet. :( I was looking forward to seeing your thoughts on the Opening Ceremonies.
I did comment on the opening ceremonies…at the start of the post, as well as in yesterday’s posts.
Angela, Have you guys thought about trying vrbo.com (Vacation Rental By Owner). People rent their homes/condos/apartments/cottages/etc. on this website, and it is often a much better deal than a hotel + in a house you have a kitchen so you can save a ton on food/eating out. It is often a great way to experience a place as a local as well. We have done it as have friends of ours and with great results! Stayed in the best apartment ever with friends over my sister’s wedding weekend and it made our trip! Just a thought. Good luck!
Oh no! You’re on the Ke$ha bandwagon too!!!!
Oh well… I still want to try pretty much all these recipes!
For your Florida trip, they Keys are sorta cool but we wouldn’t go back due to yes, how expensive it is and how touristy it is. If you are in Fort Lauderdale, check out Sublime, a really good organic restaurant with veggie options.