Before I write about yet another gluttonous feast delicious dinner…
Let’s talk about running in 90 degree temps.
I took off today a little later than planned (see the last pic in the post for an explanation). It was already closing in on 90 when I got outside to run. Nothing like a little sweat. My original plan was 7 miles.
My Reality:
- Distance – 5 miles
- Time – 41:58
- Pace – 8:32
A good pace, but I think it’s just because I hauled it home at the end just to get it over with. Seriously.
I have NEVER felt like I might puke during a run before.. Until today (no, it wasn’t the champagne, thankyouverymuch). It was so hot and I was sweating so hard… not pretty. I need hot weather running tips. Or I need to wake up earlier.
There was a treat waiting for me when I got back. The vegan SunWarrior Protein Powder I ordered arrived! Vanilla flavor.
Still sweating, I got to work making a huge green vanilla-almond shake with my new powder.
I wanted SO badly to like it. The ingredients/nutrients are awesome.
It’s chalky and not-so-tasty. Any one want a full (minus one scoop) bag of this? I’ll ship it to ya!
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Let’s talk about something much more delicious! Wednesday night was a dinner of epic proportions.
One of the new friends I met while going solo to the Food and Wine Festival and I went to the first in a Chef’s Summer Series put on by ONE. Midtown Kitchen.
The series of dinners consists of 5 course meals with pairings prepared by some of Atlanta’s best chefs in conjunction with ONE’s chef, Drew Van Leuvan. Last night’s meal with Hugh Acheson from Empire State South was outstanding!
James River Oyster with limoncello and lemon verbena
L to R: Summer Squash, Warm Bucheron, Veal Sweetbread, and Weisswurst all over Salsa Verde
Beets, Radishes, Arugula, Nasturtiums, and Pickled Ramps with a Charred Vidalia Cream
Beef Tartare with Cured Local Yolk, Crisp Tendon, Baby Fennel, and Tomato
Riverview Pork Loin with Braised Belly, Mixed Bean Escabeche, Sorghum & Green Tomato Chow Chow
Tres Leches with Blackberries, Lime Sugar, and Vanilla Lime Sorbet
The food was amazing. Except the oysters. I do NOT like them, Sam I Am. Other than the ocean food, I can’t even choose a favorite course.
The flavors on each plate were spot on – they played off of each other such that each bite was better than the last. Well done, Hugh and Drew!
Did I mention each course had champagne pairings?!
The champagne pairings were interesting. I thought by the end they were a bit of a stretch (5 champagne pairings = HARD). And I probably more champagne last night than I drank in all of 2010 combined. Ouch.
My favorite by far was a Chateau St Michelle Luxe. It paired really well with the tartare, something I didn’t think a sparkler could effectively do. At $20/bottle, it’s a get deal too!
We are planning to attend a few more. June 29th with Bruce Logue from La Pietra Cucina is next on my list. La Pietra is one of my top 5 restaurants in Atlanta!
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Talk about a champagne high! I’m going to take a teensy break from drinking. At least until Supper Club Saturday. Supper Clubs and Dinner Series are really popular here.
Do you have a lot of dinner events/clubs in your area?
Do you like the sweeter champagnes or dry? Or do you care (mimosas anyone)?
I was worried that I might not love the Sun Warrior and now I’m glad that I didn’t drop twice as much as I do on my usual protein powder. Thanks for the honest review!
That tres leches sounds MUCH better! 😉
It was! 😉
Champagne tastings??? Brilliant.
Sorry you didn’t like Sun Warrior. I haven’t tried it, but I appreciate the review. I’ve heard so many others mention it that I was considering a future purchase.
You know me, I’ll run in ANY weather, but with this drastic increase in temps I’ll admit I struggled a bit. I upped my water intake to 15 glasses a day and it helped a little but I still noticed my skin was “extra salty” after running and I still had decent cramping. Did some research and found that I was lacking sodium. The fix: dill pickles and pretzels! No more cramps, back to strong runs. Hope this helps.
I’d like to try the Sun Warrior powder but now you’ve got me scared. lol Have a terrific Friday!!
Good idea with the pickles! I used to take salt tablets in high school sports. Totally forgot about that!
Soooo chalky! I can’t understand why people rave about it so much. I actually put some in some plain greek yogurt yesterday and that was the best it’s tasted. Try that.
Also, I’m going to ESS for the first time next Wednesday night as part of my monthly dinner club with my friends.
Glad it’s not just me! I’ll try it yogurt next. SO disappointed!
So, as you know, i just got my first bag of Sun Warrior last week, but I ordered the chocolate kind. I find it to be a little chalky too, but I think it’s all about what mix ins you use with it. SW + spinach is just ok. SW + everything other than spinach is not so bad. Hope that very vague bit of advice helps!!
The dishes are all plated so well I can tell they were probably AMAZING! I LOVE raw oysters.. I just suck em right out of the shell! YUM haha.
I’m so sorry about the heat.. ugh! I had to deal with that the other day and I couldn’t breath at all!
You can have ALL of my future oysters! 🙂
You always have the best foodie experiences!
And oddly, I LOVE sun warrior…so if you need to get it off your hands..wimk wink 🙂 lol
And I am not a fan of fishy food either..unless it was covered in sauce and butter to hide the taste haha but I for sure don’t think I would like slimy oyesters!
I am nt really a champagne fan.. though when I do have it, I love putting strawberries in it.. it gives a lovely flavor thethe ‘pagne .. and the strawberries are delish at the end!
I ran yesterday too and it was AWFUL! I got in a good 6 miles but it was so hot. I’m not looking forward to the actual summer heat! The desert looks amazing!
i have a recipe for chocolate brownie protein oats w/ sun warrior in them. try that before you give it away.
if you’re used to non vegan powders, yes, it’s a major adjustment!
but of all the vegan ones, my fave…by a long shot. and ive tried about 20 vegan prot powders.
I love champagne. As in love.it. I have a post in a few days about it 🙂
Ok, ok… I’m going to give it another shot. Can’t wait for your champagne post! 🙂
I hate when protein powders etc (aka investments!) don’t turn out too well!
Verryyyyy interesting about Sun Warrier. Everyone always has such great things to say about it!