by Lauren Slayton | Dec 19, 2009 | Uncategorized
The snow is falling, if the experts are right we’ll be getting a lot of snow in NYC today. I’m inside, here with my Vaio and a cup of Harney mint tea. Earlier today, before the snow, my husband, sons and I went to Brooklyn. We had the pleasure of attending a birthday...
by Lauren Slayton | Dec 17, 2009 | Uncategorized
Last night I went out to dinner with an old friend. We had a lovely meal of baby artichokes with mint and beets with walnut pesto, mussels for the entrée and a lovely glass of dolcetto. We were very excited to see each other and enjoy endless time to talk. Having both...
by Lauren Slayton | Dec 16, 2009 | Uncategorized
I am in love (again). I know, a few months back, I said the same thing. And really, at the time that Kookie was rocking my world. And don’t worry Kookie and I are still friends. Foodtrainers’ clients love Kookies and Kookie makes its way into my afternoon snack...
by Lauren Slayton | Dec 15, 2009 | Uncategorized
It may come as a surprise but, like many of you, I watch the Biggest Loser. There’s a lot I like about the show. I like watching someone take the reins of their life; I like witnessing their transformation. I like knowing contestants learn about what got them heavy in...
by Lauren Slayton | Dec 14, 2009 | Uncategorized
Our family travels to Vermont (from NYC) almost every winter weekend. Interstates can present a huge challenge for healthy eating. Since the ride is only 3.5 hours, on a good day, I generally come armed in order to avoid stopping for food. This past Friday, we picked...
by Lauren Slayton | Dec 9, 2009 | Uncategorized
OK so maybe it’s not freezing today but it’s not as though those feet or fireplace belong to my family, just go with it. Think winter and cold and what are the first 3 foods you think of? Mashed potatoes, chili and hot cocoa were the top 3 answers in...
