Opera Singer in the Kitchen

Artistry in Food, Music, and Life

POMtastic Mint Martini and Mango Monster Smoothie

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I am obviously all about the drinks lately whether they are somewhat a little alcoholic, raw, healthy, or for plain enjoyment. I find myself wanting fruity and fresh ingredients and have come up with refreshing options.What is your favorite summer drink?So it has been a while since I shared my breakfast and lunch eats but I HAVE been eating. Ha! This week I have been focusing again on eating my … [Read more...]

Cherry-Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies and Cherry Bom Bom Smoothie

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From An Opera Singer in the KitchenCan you tell that I have been all over the cherries? When I found out I was moving to cherry land I knew God was being super kind to me. He knows that cherries are my favorite fruit and I have been enjoying it. What did everyone wake up to this morning? I woke up to a VERY dark morning and then to this:From An Opera Singer in the KitchenI like breaks from very … [Read more...]

Green Papaya Salad with MATCH Mini Thai Crab Cakes

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From An Opera Singer in the KitchenSo if you read my post yesterday, I mentioned I would continue to share what meal we enjoyed with our Thai Basil Spritzer. When I started preparing a menu, I had to think about the flavors, making sure that none overpowered the other. How can I do this if I have not had them before? Good question. Sometimes I read about the traditional recipe and the origins, … [Read more...]

Peanut Butter Granola Bars and Bora Bora

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From An Opera Singer in the KitchenI have been in the mood for granola lately. I know it is thought to be an easy way to ingest calories and fat but when one has the luxury of making it at home, then you are able to see what all can go in the recipe. Ryan had been enjoying the granola bars I had purchasged from Angela at Oh She Glows while we were in Toronto in March. Then I received a nice box of … [Read more...]

Tropical Steel Cut Oats

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From An Opera Singer in the KitchenI realized this morning that I did not post this recipe on my blog from an amazing breakfast I had yesterday morning. I also realized that I had not been posting my excellent exercising routines....right, because there have not been many.Lately I have been playing racquetball with Ryan up to three times a week. The last few weeks we have been having great … [Read more...]