In the Kitchen: Salata Chipotle Ranch Chicken


Hola Butterflies, this one will be super short and simple so if you have a hectic schedule like me I know you'll love it (the quicker the better right?) and it's super YUMMY! Last week I had the pleasure of trying out a new local eatery, Salata! I really enjoyed my entire experience eating there and the best I got to bring some of it home with me in the form of a bottle. I brought home a bottle of Chipotle Ranch dressing; all Salata dressings are gluten-free, preservative-free and can be purchased at $6 for a 12oz bottle at any location to be used as a dressing or marinade. 

Also, because there are no preservatives in the dressings I wanted to use it within the week to avoid it going bad on me (talk about motivation to cook lol); dressings can last up to two weeks refrigerated. Check out how to make below!

In the Kitchen: Hawaiian BBQ Pulled Chicken Sliders + Labriola Pretzel Bread Review

Aloha Butterflies! I received a package of Labriola Pretzel Bread in the mail to review and since I was already thinking about making these yummy Hawaiian BBQ Pulled Chicken Sliders I thought it would be great to use the pretzel bread for it. Unfortunately I was unable to do so because the bread went bad way too quickly. The bread I received didn't have a expiration date printed on it and the bread was already starting to mold a day after I received it. I did however open and taste one of the buns as soon as I received them and I really enjoyed it, I'm just not too sure about it's shelf life and if I would want to purchase this product. 

Wellness: Fitness Survey LinkUp w/SheCooksSheCraftsSheRuns



I'm joining a blogger buddy of mines at She Cooks, She Crafts, She Runs for a Fitness Survey linkup! Check out my fitness habits (good & bad) below!


1.  What did you eat for breakfast?
     Oatmeal w/Nuts

 2.  How much water do you drink a day?
     50-70oz
 
3.  What is your current favorite workout?

      Squats and old fashion walking!
 

4.  How many calories do you eat a day?
     I have no idea, I tried a few times (without success) to track my calorie intake but honestly I don't have the time.
 

5.  What are your favorite healthy snacks?
     Fruit...grapes, apples, strawberries, watermelon, cantaloupe, dew melon, pineapples, peaches, plums, and etc. lol
 

6.  What do you usually eat for lunch?
     Whatever's leftover from dinner or a salad.
 

7.  What is your favorite body part to strength train?
     Legs!
 

8.  What is your least favorite body part to strength train?
     My arms and they need it the most.
 

9. What are your “bad” food cravings? 
    Cheese (anything), Dr. Pepper and occasionally chocolate but mostly CHEESE!!!!
 

10. Do you take vitamins or supplements?
      Yes, daily! I'm a vitamin junkie lol





 11. How often do you eat out?
     Maybe 2-3 a month. 

12. Do you eat fast food? 

     Occasionally, maybe once or twice a month which is very good considering I use to eat it  2-3 times a day.

13. Who is your biggest supporter?

      Myself and my hubby when he's not working.

14. Do you have a gym membership?

      Yes!

15. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?

      5-7 on a good night, sometimes it's hard to turn my brain off.

16. Do you have a “cheat” day? 

      No, denying myself something is just going to make me want it even more so I just enjoy it in moderation.

17. Do you drink alcohol?

      YES!!!! Check out a few of my drink recipes here.

18. Do you have a workout buddy?

      My daughter walks with me occasionally but for the most part NO :-(

19. What is the best thing that has changed about your life since committing to a healthy lifestyle?

      I cook more, have more energy, love eating veggies and drinking water.

20. What was the last healthy thing you did?
       I had a glass of water even though I was craving a Dr. Pepper.
       
21. What are your favorite shoes to work out in?
      These lightweight flex sneakers I pick up for $15 bucks two years ago. They're very comfy!
 
22.  Photo of your favorite workout outfit
      I don't really have a favorite workout outfit I normally go with whatever's clean and comfortable (I keep it simple like that) under my sweat suit but for the most part I'm always in black, it's one of my two favorite colors. I bet you can't guess what my other favorite color is? 

Music: Travis Pratt - Male Singer On America's Got Talent Surprises...


Epic!!!! You have to watch the whole video...it's full of surprises!