Race #9 – Battle of the Bands 5k

by Meghan // September 19, 2018 // No Comments

I spent the last seven weeks following the Couch to 5k program to get back into running and prepare for the Battle of the Bands 5k. I hit a few bumps along the way, but when I woke up on... Continue reading →

Fall Celebration Menu at Marlow’s Tavern Returns with Locally Sourced Ingredients

by Meghan // September 17, 2018 // No Comments

The annual fall celebration at Marlow’s Tavern features iconic Florida-grown ingredients and unparalleled creativity in the kitchen, along with friendly competition at all Marlow’s Orlando neighborhood gathering spots now through Oct. 15. Marlow’s Tavern executive chef, CEO and co-founder John... Continue reading →

Celebrate National Guacamole Day with Cocina 214’s Guac Recipe

by Meghan // September 14, 2018 // No Comments

Did you know that Sunday, September 16th is National Guacamole Day? Just in time for your big guacamole filled celebrations, today I’m sharing the recipe for Cocina 214‘s amazing guacamole. Yield: 1 batch serves approximately 8 people 6 avocados (halved, seeded... Continue reading →

Too Hot to Run Outside? 5 Indoor Training Options

by Meghan // September 10, 2018 // No Comments

One of the downsides of picking summer for my running comeback tour was the insanely hot temperatures that came along with it. Even after 39 years of living here in Florida the high temps still get to me. Thankfully I... Continue reading →

Mother’s Day Staycation at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress

by Meghan // September 7, 2018 // No Comments

This year got off to a crappy start for our family with the death of my grandpa, so I wanted to treat my mom to a special weekend away for mother’s day. Thanks to my dad agree to watch her... Continue reading →

Why I’m OK with a 14 Minute Mile Pace

by Meghan // August 31, 2018 // No Comments

Do you see the smile on my face? THAT is why I’m okay with a 14 minute per mile pace. I cannot remember the last time I felt that good after a run. And it was the first time since... Continue reading →

5 Tips to Stay on Track on a Cruise Vacation

by Meghan // August 27, 2018 // 1 Comment

With my cruise less than a month away (how it August almost over??) I’ve been thinking more and more about what we are going to do on the cruise. I’m definitely looking forward to relaxing, spending time with my mom,... Continue reading →

Couch to 5k – The First 4 Weeks

by Meghan // August 22, 2018 // No Comments

I survived the first 4 weeks of my Couch to 5k adventure! Today I wanted to share a few of the things I’ve learn during the first half of my journey back to running. 1. I am a wuss! Out... Continue reading →

Taste! Central Florida Benefits Two Local Charities

by Meghan // August 15, 2018 // No Comments

Featuring the area’s most accomplished chefs, brewers, wine purveyors and spirit vendors, Taste! Central Florida invites the community to enjoy an evening of tasting portions of signature dishes accompanied by fine wines, craft beers, and specialty cocktails. This annual celebration... Continue reading →

Local Love: Five New Restaurants in Orlando

by Meghan // August 13, 2018 // No Comments

These five restaurants are some of the freshest additions to the dining scene in the Orlando area. Whether you’re putting together a date night or simply looking to refresh your usual night out, there’s a lot of great things happening... Continue reading →