I thought a video review would be most appropriate-if I don't like the wine, you'll see it all over my face! (btw-I believe I might be required to say: this review is intended for adults 21 years of age and up)
Wishing you love with extra cheese (and wine!), Nacho Mama
DISCLOSURE: I was not compensated for this review in any way, the product was purchased with my own cash and all opinions expressed in this review are my own and do not represent any company or organization.
Join me as I share a HUGE announcement! Plus we're talking about The Biggest Loser, Rupaul's Drag Race and why and how alcohol may affect your weight loss goals.
Feel like you can't escape the mountains of candy at the supermarket?
Can't believe artificial Christmas trees are already on sale? TERRIFIED
of what all that stress, family and FOOD are going to do to your health
and fitness goals? Never fear! Join me during the LIVE broadcast in the chatroom as we discuss tips and tricks to help you get through the coming holiday season with your waistline, and your sanity, intact.
My version of lowcal enchiladas, left, versus "diet" enchiladas from the original 1972 Weight Watchers plan!
Looking for ways to lighten up your favorite recipes? Needs some tips for eating out while watching your waistline? Never fear! I'll have LOADS of great ideas and resources to share with you!
Sick of missing out on all the fun because you're trying to lose weight? Margo from Nacho Mama's Blog has tips for bringing the party home, on plan and under budget!
You know what I love about Cinco de Mayo? Aside from the food? And the margaritas?
By now most of us know that Cinco de Mayo is NOT Mexican Independence Day (I hope), but instead commemorates the Battle of Puebla, in which the Mexicans defeated the French who outnumbered them 2 to 1. You can read more about this momentous day at Wikipedia.
What I really love about this holiday is that it celebrates the fact that, even when the odds seem to be overwhelmingly against you, you can succeed. I'm also a big believer in celebrating all of your victories in life, however small.
And then, of course, there's the food. And the margaritas. And by margaritas I do not mean some slushy, sugary neon-yellow concoction served in a fishbowl. I mean something made with fresh ingredients, served on the rocks in a lady-sized glass.
Photo via Wikipedia
And by food, I do not mean Velveeta microwaved with a can of Rotel and poured over Tostitos. I mean carnitas. And perhaps? Nopales.
I know some people hate on Cinco de Mayo, saying it doesn't mean anything to "real" Mexicans, and that it's a completely American phenomenon-an excuse to get your party on after Spring Break is over. I prefer to think of it as an opportunity to celebrate the pepper that Mexican-Americans (and Hispanic-Americans in general) have added to the Great American Melting Pot.
And in the spirit of celebrating our "flavor" - my soundtrack for Cinco de Mayo is not mariachi music (which I love, don't get wrong!) but always the awesome Chicano Soul music recorded in the 50s, 60s and 1970s. Here's a perfect example of what I'm talking about-the Blendells' "Hispanicized" cover of Stevie Wonder's "La La La La La" As promised in the intro, it'll make you clap your hands, kick your feet, and as a matter of fact, it'll tear you up.
What will you be eating and drinking this Cinco de Mayo? What will you be listening to? And most importantly, what will you be celebrating?
Wishing you mucho love with extra cheese- Nacho Mama
Tis the season for craft fairs galore! Trinkets, doo-dads and handcrafted whatsits of every kind abound. But what if you want to buy handcrafted gifts you and your loved ones will actually use? What if you want a yummy cocktail while you shop? In fact-who decided that craft fairs have to be relegated to church halls, school gymnasiums and the VFW? Can't we shop for cool handmade stuff at, say, a swanky cocktail lounge? YES WE CAN!
This coming Saturday (12/18) at North Park's illustrious Bar Pink, my crafty colleagues and I will be selling our awesomely useful wares from 5-9PM. Grab your girlfriends and guyfriends for a Crafty Cocktail Hour that is not your Grandma's craft fair!
And for those of you who can't make it,later this month I'll be featuring an easy and useful craft (maybe TWO!) you can whip up at the last minute when you realize you forgot to get something for your sister-in-law.
