I had a couple special treats lined up for the weekend:
- A bangin’ birthday celebration (a couple weeks late because all the Saturdays were already taken with other events, but better late than never, right?)
- A weekend visit from my college friends Beth and Bri (one from SC and one all the way from New Orleans!)
Beth and Bri first swung by my house Saturday morning. I made them oatmeal – a nice light meal before…
Zumba!
Beth is a Zumba instructor in SC and Bri is a Zumba regular back home. So, I figured it would be fun to take them to one of our Zumba classes. The instructor even let me lead two songs to show my friends my Zumba skillz. 😉 Beth and Bri were naturals in class even though they didn’t know our choreo and both said they had a blast.
After Zumba, we wanted something light and nourishing for lunch. Luna’s Living Kitchen was the perfect choice!
There were a lot of good options for lunch entrees, but I fondly remember the restaurant for their quinoa burgers and ended up ordering one of those.
We had a beautiful spread. Luna’s always has the most colorful and organic plate presentations.
Bri shared some cranberry walnut baguette.
Beth had the West Coast Wrap (fresh veggies and sprouts in a collard green wrap).
Bri had the Lunasanga (zucchini and cashew cream lasanga)
I had the Clinton Classic quinoa kamut veggie burger with a side salad with hemp dressing. Everything was so tasty and pleasant to eat. I really felt like I was giving my body some great food to replenish after a tough (oh the squats!) Zumba class.
Side note: Love quinoa burgers? It’s not a recreation of this recipe, but check out this yummy Southwest Quinoa Veggie Burger recipe I developed (click).
Happy eaters!
Shortly after lunch my friend Sarah picked us up for a quick trip to the mall. Sarah and I had makeovers booked with my favorite make-up artist, Scott. We had a night on the town planned for later, and since I’m a klutz with make-up, I generally seek professional help with special events. Enter Scott (or Scooter as I like to call him).
Sarah went for a natural fall look and Scooter did super-smoky eyes for me. My eyes have never been so dramatic, but they were perfect for that evening’s occasion.
With make-up out of the way, we just had to go home, get dressed, and then hit up the night scene for my birthday celebration night!
Reader question: Do you like getting make-overs at the mall? Why or why not?
I LOVE getting makeovers at the mall, but I try to avoid it because I usually end up buying all of the products!
Luna’s is the best! I always feel so good after I eat there. The quinoa burger is definitely my favorite.
Have you tried any of the other dishes there? Any recommendations? 🙂
I’ve had The Bright Morning Star for breakfast, and it is really good. For lunch, I’ve also had Sprout It Out (yummy!). Their fresh juices are wonderful too, of course. We should meet up there one time! 🙂
Love your make-up! You look fabulous.
Thanks girlie! 🙂