Hungarian Baby & Farmers Markets

Friday night I made a discovery. Cleaning my apartment is abnormally satisfying. To the point where I was twerking to Beyoncé’ in the midst of scrubbing my cabinet down with Lysol. After a neighbor walked by and judged my leopard sports bra and mannish singing, I decided I should probably close the blinds and patio window for future twerkin’

I decided Saturday would be an unscheduled rest day, instead of Sunday. Not because the calendar said so, not because it was day 5 of 6 of intense workouts. Just honoring my body, resting when I wanna, and embracing balance. Plus you get to sleep in longer and roll around in bed like a beached whale. #winning

Saturday morning I put my 2 weeks of free yoga to good use after I woke up from a leisurely slumber. Hot restorative yoga to meditate and help my muscles loosen up is just what the doctor ordered.

I’ve had a farmers market flyer on my fridge for the past 2 weeks. Since my budget is extra tight this month due to larger bills from my move, I needed to make the most of my resources. Tip for budget cautious foodies: farmers markets are a veggie lovers playground for about 60% less than the grocery store.

All dis’ for $17.00, yes, dis. 

And if your wondering, that cabbage is the size of a small Hungarian baby, and the zucchini is it’s Ethiopian baby brother. Forgive me, I am feeling extra culturally diverse after my weekend in Chicago. #culturehub

Sunday I drove to the city to spend time with family and get out of the neighborhood. I took full advantage of my aunts LA Fitness membership and went to spin! Spinning is my ultimate favorite form of cross-training, as ya’ll know. Now that I don’t belong to a formal gym, going to a real gym is like winning the golden ticket.

After my 19 mile ride and getting my ass handed to me it was time for girls day in the city. I  was treated to nail day and succumbed to my old school weakness (acrylics – don’t judge).

My hanger kicked in about mid-appointment so we B-lined to Flat Top Grill. This was my first time at Flat Top and I officially broke up with Chipotle, cheated on Cafe Rio, and found my new favorite restaurant. Yep – one and done. It’s that’s damn good. I had 2 full bowls, and went back for thirds.

The concept is you choose whatever you want from produce, protein, sauce, and carbs, they grill it fresh, and bring it to your table in a buddah bowl.

I ate a weeks worth of veggies in one setting. Then went home and ate more. Rocked a veggie belly for the next 9 hours. No biggie.

 

What was the highlight of your weekend?

Who else finds cleaning therapeutic?

What is your favorite go-to healthy spot?