Foodspiration

A few friends have asked how I come up with meals... if I follow recipes or just come up with things on my own. The answer is both! I mainly come up with things on my own based on what foods I like to eat, and knowing what flavors would work well together. Then, there are times when I want to do something creative with a vegetable, and I'll research a unique, flavorful way to enjoy it!

I usually head out to my favorite grocery store on Earth (shout to Central Market) and gather my staples and then play all week to come up with fun and delicious recipes. Here is my usual grocery list:

PRODUCE

Squash

Zucchini

Red Onion

Eggplant

Cucumber

Kale

Cauliflower

Broccoli Slaw

Brussel Sprouts

Tomatoes 

Peaches

Avocado

Mango

Bananas

Blueberries 

Watermelon

SEAFOOD

Salmon

Crab

Red Snapper

Scallops

Shrimp (occasionally)

SNACKS/ADD-ONS

Seaweed/Nori Peanuts (I am seriously addicted to these)

Dried Turkish Apricots

Almonds

Dried Cranberries

KIND Bars (so great when you need something quick)
Almond Nut Thin Crackers
Goat Cheese (love it...add it to everything)
Nonfat Plain Greek Yogurt (great for a lot of different things)


So these are really the staples! But, I'll add in different things depending on what inspires me! Balsamic vinegar and honey are also great things to have on hand!