Good Taste with Tanji - Wine, food and fun with Tanji Patton.

Every four years the best of the best compete on behalf of their countries and for our hearts during the Summer Olympic games. London is already proving to be quite the locale! I’m looking forward to tuning in, beginning Friday, July 27th…mark your calendars!! When going for gold, I imagine it’s easy to work up an appetite. I compiled a list of savory suggestions even the pros would love:

…Proteins…

The best steaks money can buy also happen to be the healthiest for you! HeartBrand Akaushi is a beautifully marbled, buttery meat that exceeds all expectations…

 

A recipe I tried recently that my husband won’t stop raving about is this Vinegar Braised Chicken with Leeks and Peas. You can’t go wrong with a colorful plate complete with lean proteins! The ‘$5 Dollar Mom’ capitalizes on this idea with exquisite flare in her Slow Cooker Mango Chicken.

…Pastas…

 

Sometimes, a sweet and nutty stir fry is just what your noodles need to taste their best. Surprisingly low in sodium too! It’s a healthy change of pace from tomato-based pasta…

 

 

Hats off to this Pasta Pappardelle with fresh artichokes. It’s straight forward and simplistic – I found it on the beautiful Italian isle of Capri called La Capannina…an international stamp of approval!

 

…Greens…

 

Slivers of wild salmon swim freely amongst a sea of spring greens, drizzled generously in an tangy, apricot ginger vinaigrette dressing. This seafood-charged salad will surely fuel any who try it!

 

 

A snappy snack alternative to something sweet, pickled cherry tomatoes are a stand alone sensation! I learned how to prepare them all over again at the CIA’s Boot Camp in San Antonio…totally worth it!

 

Mix things up with really good Roasted Veggies. The real secret is in how you season them! They’re the perfect side to any monumental meal…

 

…Vino…

 

The Tannat is alive and well at Bending Branch, an innovative new winery just outside of Comfort, TX. Some of the world’s healthiest wines are said to be created from this grape.

 

My oh my, mahi mahi poached with Pinot! Put your favorite wine to the test in the kitchen. I chose a Pinot Grigio by Barone Fini…

 

…Locations…

 

Pre-packaged, pre-portioned meals from My Fit Foods. Delicious, diverse options that are never once frozen!

 

 

The Osmosis Day Spa is where one goes to rejuv, recoup and regenerate! Their cedar enzyme baths have healing properties anyone could benefit from – athlete or not!

Photo: Corbis , By: Patricia Bannan, MS, RD  Credit: CookingLight.com

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