The Dallas Edition
Eating on vacation is so much more fun than a regular day. And not just because I can bring my camera with me everywhere… Poor Eric had to accompany me as I acted like a tourist, snapping pictures everywhere we went.
So it’s fun to show you some food that’s a little outside of my boring routine!
Breakfast
Monday morning, I woke up early (for no apparent reason) and went to the gym for a quick workout. When I came back, I had a bowl of pomegranate Chobani with some frozen raspberries.
I know this sounds like a typical breakfast but it’s not. I only ever buy plain 0% Chobani, because I try to cut down on the added sugar. But I really wanted to try a fruity flavor and I fell in love with this one. Seriously, SO good. I’ll be dreaming of this for awhile.
Lunch
Eric and I ran errands all morning, getting him furniture and things. It was torture walking through Ikea knowing I couldn’t actually buy anything that wouldn’t fit into my suitcase. I basically wanted to just move into the store, permanently.
We stopped by Taco Cabana, which was sort of like Chipotle with more options. I got a bowl filled with deliciousness.
3 Tips for eating healthy at a Mexican Restaurant
- Go vegetarian (not just because I heart vegetables, but so you’re not getting stuff cooked in lard)
- Skip the cheese and sour cream, and go for guacamole instead. Still creamy!
- Load up on salsa, rather than sauces. Salsa are basically all veggies!
Dinner
We went to Uptown Dallas to try a bar called Tate’s, known for their Blackbird Julep. I can see why.
Look at all that fruit! It’s like they knew I’m obsessed with blueberries.
I also had a “Skinny Dip” Martini, as well as a plate of roasted goat cheese bruchetta.
I was going to get the hummus and veggies, which might have been a little healthier, but I always get hummus, so it was fun to try something new. I loved that it came out warm, with lots of peppers and tomatoes on top. The goat cheese had a perfect amount of seasoning, to give it a little kick. I might trade my feta obsession for a goat cheese obsession.
I loved Dallas so much. Not just the food, the city seemed to be bubbling with life! It was huge, and I wish I could have done more exploring. I totally can’t wait to go back! But I’m now in Ohio, visiting family and friends, for the rest of the week. I like Columbus too, and not just because they have the worlds best veggie burger and the most delicious ice cream in the universe. (I will be getting both of those while I’m home.)
Goat cheese! I love (and miss) that tang! Good choice over hummus. Hummus is delish, but it’s so easy to have at home, you definitely have to go special when you’re eating out! And IF you insist, I guess I’ll chow down on lots and lots of salsa ;D
I am just like you!!!! I used to be obsessed with feta until I discovered the creamy soft wonderfulness of chevre goat cheese. Seriously, how could I choose?
Thank goodness we don’t actually have to choose 😉
That blackbird julep sounds pretty good!
Love Chobani yoghurt! They sent me some to try and have fallen in love with yoghurt all over again… blueberry is my favourite! Great tips for healthy eating @ Mexican restaurants. Guacamole is SO much better than sour cream anyway!
Oh I don’t think I’ve had the blueberry! I’ll have to give that one a try!
I have a huge goat cheese obsession, it is my favourite type of cheese! It seems to be getting really popular all of a sudden, and I keep having trouble finding any of my favourite brand left in the store!
Goat cheese all the way!
so funny that you ask because I’ve been asking myself the goat vs feta question. I love feta, but lately I’ve been LOVING goat cheese. So perhaps it’s between love and LOVE here. heh.
I always (usually) stick to plain yogurt because a) I love it and b) added sugars aren’t awesome. If I get fruited, I don’t eat the fruit at the bottom. blech.
Yeah I usually get plain because of the added sugars, too! It was a nice change though!
I have never met a cheese I didn’t like! LOL. I love them all! 🙂
Tough call–I think feta wins by a small margin, but I do love goat cheese!
Its so true- eating on holiday seems like so much more fun that eating at home!