Satur-Date {Legal Harborside}

If you live in, or are visiting the Boston area, and looking for a place with great food, gorgeous views, and a lounge for after dinner drinks, then Legal Harborside is the place to go.

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Located along Liberty Wharf, this 3 story venue has it all.

You’ll find a nod to our heritage on the first floor hull, with a casual menu of seafood favorites with a twist, an oyster bar and an old-fashioned fish market. The second floor dining room offers cuisine prepared with sensible creativity for celebratory eating and private dining events. And those that visit the third floor promenade deck will enjoy a four-season rooftop lounge with a retractable glass roof and walls for cocktails and bites.”

Last night, Matt and I, along with two of our friends, dined at the bar on the first floor before heading upstairs to the rooftop lounge

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Sauvignon Blanc, and my friend Beth’s Sangria, which is one of Legal’s best drinks.

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Ready to eat Shrimp Cocktail in an adorable mason jar.

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Seasonal salad: Romaine, Goat cheese, sliced strawberries and almonds in a light vinaigrette.

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wood grilled salmon, sautéed spinach with pine nuts, jasmine rice

We also ordered Bon Bon’s for dessert, but ate them too quickly to snap a picture.

You’ve seen these chocolate covered ice cream balls before on my table during the holidays.

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SO good!

After dinner, we headed upstairs for a few more drinks. I switched to my usual Vodka soda, and enjoyed the scenic view of the harbor and city lights.

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It was too crowded to get a good picture, so here is one from their website.

Definitely visit Legal Harborside if you are looking for a fun night out.

This morning was off to a slow start, but I managed to get myself to the gym and fit in a workout.

Arc Trainer: 40 minutes

  • 1-5: Level 8, incline 10
  • 5-10: Level 10, incline 20
  • 10-15: Level 12, incline 30
  • 15-20: Level 15, incline 50
  • 20-25: Level 12, incline 30
  • 25-30: Level 10, incline 20
  • 30-35: Level 8, incline 10
  • 35-40: Level 6, incline 5

3 sets, 12 reps.

  • Push ups
  • Chest Flies
  • V-Flies

3 sets, 12 reps

  • Lat pull down
  • Row
  • Superman

Stretch.

I came home craving a protein smoothie, so I whipped out my Magic Bullet and got blending!

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  • 1 scoop chocolate Sunwarrior Protein
  • 2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup frozen spinach
  • 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
  • 1/2 T ground flax
  • Water and Ice

Well, I’m off to spend the day with my favorite, beautiful moms

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Have a great rest of your weekend!

Happy Mother’s Day! xoxo

Thirsty Thursday {Happy New Year}

It’s the last Thirsty Thursday of 2011!

Break out those Champagne glasses and start toasting to the new year.

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4 oz Champagne
1/3 oz Gin
1/2 oz Tangerine Schnapps

Flirtini

  • 3 oz Champagne
  • 1/2 oz Orange liqueur
  • 1/2 oz Vodka
  • 1 oz Pineapple juice

And since we may be doing a little kissing when the clock strikes 12, a shot of mint is an obvious necessity.

Breath Mint Shooter

  • 1 oz Peppermint schnapps
  • 1 oz Bacardi Superior
Because there’s no better way to kick off the new year than with icy cool breath that lasts :)

Fun Fact: According to the Huffington Post, the top 10 baby names for 2012 are as follows…

Girls 

1. Charlotte
2. Seraphina
3. Amelia
4. Violet
5. Isla
6. Imogen
7. Adelaide
8. Alice
9. Scarlett
10. Lila

Boys

1. Asher
2. Finn
3. Henry
4. Milo
5. Jasper
6. Atticus
7. Oliver
8. James
9. Jude
10. Felix

Atticus?..Adelaide?…Really?

Thirsty Thursday {Berry}

It’s no surprise that I genuinely enjoy a good drink. I mean, these photos alone make me a little excited that tomorrow is Friday.

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A glass of wine, a sweet martini, a frosty Pina Colada or even a plain shot will do if I’m in the mood.

Before you go jumping to conclusions…No I am not an alcoholic. I am also not that girl who claims “I don’t need alcohol to have a good time” 

Who doesn’t like to let loose once in a while?  We deserve it after a hard and stressful work week.  

So, judging by the name of my blog, it would only be appropriate to celebrate Thirsty Thursday with a tribute to the happy juice. Each week I will share 3 beverages that I enjoy and that I think you will enjoy as well. 

It’s almost the weekend, so let’s get started!

This week’s flavor is…BERRIES! My Fav.

Drink #1 Raspberry-Lemonade Martini

  • 1.5 oz Raspberry Vodka
  • Fresh Lemon Juice
  • Sprite zero

Drink # 2 Blueberry-Lemonade Martini

  • 1.5oz Blueberry Vodka
  • 1 packet Lemonade Crystal Light
  • Splash of Sprite Zero

Drink # 3 Pomegranate Citrus  Martini

  • 1.5oz Citrus Vodka
  • Fresh lemon Juice
  • 3 ounces Pom Pomegranate Juice

Pour all ingredients into a chilled Martini Glass and sweeten the rim with Truvia or Stevia. I like to add frozen berries to the mix as well.

Enjoy! And remember, drink responsibly Smile

What’s your favorite Berry Flavored Beverage?