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It’s time to kick off the weekend and what better way to do that than with some of my favorite cocktails and recipes? As soon as the clock strikes five on Friday afternoon, the bottle of red wine starts calling to me. In the summer, sometimes that siren call comes in the form of an icy libation such as a Watermelon Limeade Vodka Cocktail, Rum Punch with Ginger Beer & Pineapple Juice or a brunch favorite, The Caesar Cocktail (aka the Canadian Bloody Mary).
This week’s recipes both fell into the category of quick and easy. One is an energy-boosting granola bar (low sugar and low fat), perfect for a pre- or post-workout snack. The other is a warm, melty panini, filled with summertime vegetables and herbs.
Left to right: Grilled Italian Panini with Zucchini, Summer Squash & Basil and Low Fat Granola Bars with Mango, Hazelnut & Ginger
Red Faced Runners:
Last weekend, the EVO Conference (the Evolution of Women in Social Media) took place up at the beautiful Canyons Resort in Park City. While I didn’t attend the conference this year, I couldn’t resist heading up with the family to see some of my favorite bloggers that were in town. But first, we had to slip in some rides on the alpine coaster…my speed demon sons were thrilled!
Gearing up for the alpine coaster.
And I couldn’t resist giving huge hugs to some of my fellow Red Faced Runners.
Four Red Faced Runners together. Left to right: Shawn of I Wash, You Dry; Kristen of Dine & Dish; Me; Krista of Budget Gourmet Mom
If you haven’t stopped by the Red Faced Runners’ site since my inaugural post, be sure to check out the recent posts:
Sock it to ya!: Running sock recommendations by Amy.
Who Do You Think You Are?: An honest and motivational must-read by Bridget.
Running on Vacation: Some great tips for running safely while on vacation by Lori.
Fun with the kids:
And what’s a summer’s day without a trip to the pool? We headed to the pool with my good friend (and running partner), Staci. Her sweet son climbed to the top of the 3-meter diving board for the first time and jumped off without hesitation. Of course, the two mums had to join in on the diving board fun…cannonballs and all. At least our kids were amused.
Summertime buddies at the pool.
It’s time to welcome the weekend. Have a great one!
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Love the pic of you four girls!!! You all look GREAT!
Hope you have a wonderful weekend!!
Great round up, are you talking about 5pm Eastern time or….
Have a great weekend!
Happy weekend! Cheers!
It’s always wonderful to spend time with family and great friends.
What a treat. You girls are beautiful, that’s a perfect picture. Have a wonderful weekend and thanks for those cocktail recipes, can’t wait to try them all!
what a fun post! Can’t wait to try some of these too! Have a great weekend Dara!
Love the picture of all of you! Great post – love the fun drinks and I really need to make that panini. I also need to start running but that’s another story.
what a delicious bunch of recipes! yum!
As a Canadian living in Texas for years…I sure do miss caesers!!!
Looks like a great trip to meet up with friends. And your boys definitely had a good time! And always love summer cocktails!
Such a sweet post Dara, missed seeing you in Utah this year
Love the pictures!