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You are here: Home / Travel / Leapin’ Lizards

March 1, 2011

Leapin’ Lizards

Leapin’ lizards, it’s been a busy morning!

Highlights included being entertained by a fire-breathing dragon:

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Attending more “Go Local” (the conference theme) learning sessions on how to get involved in community

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Tasting around the vendor pavilion to sample all kinds of add-on products that we can sell in our bakery (like jams, honey, baskets, etc)

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And meeting the famous owners of Naturally Nutty – Katie and Tim!

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Not to mention tasting all the Naturally Nutty flavors!

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In the middle here – a new Cinnamon Vanilla Almond Butter with chia, flax and hemp crunch!

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Check out our cute GH branded jars – only available for US to sell! Guess you’ll have to come to my store to try out the Chocolate Vanilla Almond Butter!

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Katie and me with our favorites!

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Lunch today was more wonderful salad bar (you can’t go wrong with build-you-own salads!) plus assorted sandwiches and some veggie sides

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I had a portabella wrap with sun dried tomatoes and veggies – tasted great!

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Plus a giant plate of salad with a pickle and more strabs and broccolinin

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Nothin’ I love more than bite-sized desserts!!

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Karen and I split this plate – nibbles for each

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I’ve been in my room working for an hour. Leapin’ lizards – get this girl out to the beach!

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  1. Melissa @ HerGreenLife says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:09 pm

    Looks like they’ve been doing a great job on the food, though the lack of Great Harvest bread at breakfast (and other meals) is kind of surprising. I guess there’s not a store nearby?

    Love the lizard — what a cutie!

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      March 1, 2011 at 4:24 pm

      I know, so sad. There’s not one nearby.

      Reply
  2. Michelle (The Runner's Plate) says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:14 pm

    Wow! Everything looks amazing! I want to try some of those nut butter flavors!

    Reply
  3. claire says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:16 pm

    I met Katie in MI at a Green Festival…they were so sweet and I bought some little jars that I loved. What a great idea for Great Harvest to collab with Naturally Nutty. Those flavors are unreal!

    Reply
  4. Valerie @ City|Life|Eats says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:16 pm

    Love the lizard picture!

    Reply
  5. Allison @ Happy Tales says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:18 pm

    Whoa, a fire-breathing man?! That’s crazy stuff! Your conference sounds like so much fun.. and all that food! YUM! Anything build-your-own is an A+ in my book 🙂

    Reply
  6. Holly @ Couch Potato Athlete says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:19 pm

    How fun to taste all that nut butter/ jam, etc. That only happens in my dreams!

    Those wraps look delicious!Does GH make wraps/tortillas too or just bread? Or does it vary by location?

    Reply
  7. Sophie says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:20 pm

    I have to say, I’m pretty jealous that you’re at the beach right now. I wish I had my toes in the sand!

    Reply
  8. Cindy says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:22 pm

    That fire breather looks intense!

    Reply
  9. Tina @ Faith Fitness Fun says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:22 pm

    I love bite sized desserts too. Then you can have a small taste of different things.

    Reply
  10. Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:24 pm

    Mmmm….how fun is this conference?!? Academic conferences are NEVER this fun, ha!

    Reply
  11. Jess (Sweet Potato) says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:25 pm

    Yes! Out to the beach! (I’m not living vicariously through you, or anything…)

    Reply
  12. Morgan @ moments of mmm says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:26 pm

    I really want to try some of these naturally nutty butters.. Are they only available via internet or do some grocery stores cary them as well?

    Amazing pictures!

    Reply
  13. Averie (LoveVeggiesAndYoga) says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:27 pm

    I would LOVE to meet Katie! I have worked with her many times over the past couple years on NN giveaways for my readers and she is always so wonderful, so positive and upbeat in our emails…I would love to meet her in person! And you too, of course, Kath 🙂

    What a fun event! Looks like you’re having a ball!

    🙂

    Reply
  14. Freya (Brit Chick Runs) says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:27 pm

    :O wowzer that’s a lot of nut butter!! Foodie heaven!!??
    Have a great afternoon 🙂

    Reply
  15. Gina says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:33 pm

    All of this food looks ahh-may-zing! So jealous 🙂

    I’m dying to try Naturally Nutty. The flavors are wonderful.

    Reply
  16. Hope says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:34 pm

    What a great looking lunch! Everything looks fantastic! I really want to try that nut butter! It sounds amazing!

    Reply
  17. Jill Will Run says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:36 pm

    I hope you do sell Naturally Nutty in your store… (Not that I’m anywhere near you, just want to see the makers of this deliciousness supported!) The only time I’ve found it for sale was in a Great Harvest in Utah when I was visiting, I bought 4 jars (every flavor they had) and loved it. I still dream of the Pepita Sun Seed Butter, so gooooooood!

    Reply
  18. Emily @ One Sweet Vegan says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:37 pm

    That wrap looks wonderful! Enjoy your last day. 🙂

    Reply
  19. Heather (heathers dish) says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:41 pm

    I think my dream is to go to a nut butter tasting. Please take me with you!

    Reply
  20. Katie @ cooklaughmove says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:44 pm

    I love the Naturally Nutty Love! I work in Traverse City, MI (where they are from!)!!

    Reply
  21. Estela @ Weekly Bite says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:46 pm

    Looks like a great conference! Love the lunch spread!

    Reply
  22. Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:47 pm

    That lunch looks amazing! I love build your own salads! Makes me a happy girl! Enjoy the sun this afternoon!

    Reply
  23. Sandy says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:49 pm

    I’ll be stopping by your store to buy one of each of those flavors, yum! And if I was looking for a retirement life, maybe Marco Island would be the place for me. Got me thinking!

    Reply
  24. Susan (Oliepants) says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:50 pm

    Bite-sized desserts are the best – especially when you have someone to share them with!

    Reply
  25. Stacie @ Imperfectly Healthy says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:51 pm

    I love lizards! I was definitely a tomboy when I was kid and loved to chase and catch them! 🙂

    I really wish I could taste all the Naturally Nutty flavors — the ones I have tried are all so good!

    Reply
  26. Dorry says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:53 pm

    Today is National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day! Glad you got some great tastes. 🙂

    Reply
  27. Annette @ EnjoyYourHealthyLife says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:55 pm

    OH my I want some of that Naturally NUtty stuff-that all looks SO good 🙂 Have fun on the beach–go get some tans/rays for me, mmm k?!

    Reply
  28. Mary @ Bites and Bliss says

    March 1, 2011 at 5:00 pm

    What a day!! And all that PB’s perfect, too..did you know it’s National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day? And National Pancake Day! 😉 haha

    Reply
  29. Justeen @ Blissful Baking says

    March 1, 2011 at 5:01 pm

    Oh my goodness, that looks like nut butter heaven!! 🙂

    Reply
  30. Natalia - a side of simple says

    March 1, 2011 at 5:10 pm

    It’s so great how GH really strives for involvement in the community. You don’t see that with too many businesses, especially chains!

    Reply
  31. Ajay says

    March 1, 2011 at 5:12 pm

    I love reading your blog! My day job involves working for the Australian office of a US food retail franchisor, it’s really interesting to read things from a franchisee perspective as most of the work I do is helping out our stores with their local marketing. I’ve never heard of Great Harvest before, but the products sound amazing!

    Reply
  32. Kay (skinnybound) says

    March 1, 2011 at 5:13 pm

    !!! I think I am psychic. I said earlier you should taste all the new Naturally Nutty flavors — looks like you did!

    Holy cow, that dessert looks amazing. I love fresh food in the sunshine, too. Great call on the salad and wrap.

    You look like you’re having a blast!

    Reply
  33. Kate (What Kate is Cooking) says

    March 1, 2011 at 5:18 pm

    I wish there was a GH near me- the closest one is an hour away 🙁 I may have to make a pilgrimage to your store when you open. It will only be 3,000 miles away!

    Reply
  34. Kat says

    March 1, 2011 at 5:22 pm

    To the commenter who was talking about GH Atlanta being closed, try the GH in Smyrna. It is awesome (and well worth the extra time to drive there)! The owners and employees are SUPER friendly and they carry all of the Naturally Nutty products and, of course, have GREAT bread.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      March 1, 2011 at 8:58 pm

      There is also a location in John’s Creek on Medlock Bridge Rd. I’ve never been, but noticed it (and thought of Kath!) when I was stuck in traffic one day. 🙂

      Reply
      • KathEats says

        March 1, 2011 at 9:39 pm

        I met them, and they’re awesome!

        Reply
  35. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says

    March 1, 2011 at 5:24 pm

    That’s so neat you got to meet the Naturally Nutty owners! Did you make any special flavor requests?

    Vendor shows are the best. Any cool new product discoveries?

    Reply
  36. Baking 'n' Books says

    March 1, 2011 at 5:29 pm

    The colors of the food! So vibrant.

    Uh – Dear Naturally Nutty – Please come to where I live stat. I am quite sure I can keep your company well funded by my inevitable, insane purchases….

    Thank you.

    Reply
  37. lynn @ the actor's diet says

    March 1, 2011 at 5:37 pm

    so cool to meet the pb peeps!

    Reply
  38. J3nn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says

    March 1, 2011 at 5:38 pm

    Oh my gawd, all of those nut butters and that salad + sandwich spread look aamaaazzzzzziiiinggg!!

    Reply
  39. Jessica @ How Sweet It Is says

    March 1, 2011 at 5:51 pm

    They have some amazing spreads!

    Reply
  40. Liz @ Tip Top Shape says

    March 1, 2011 at 5:51 pm

    All that food looks so good! Love that they have broccolini. Not something I’d expect at a conference!

    Reply
  41. Rachel @ Grateful Girl Goes Gluten Free says

    March 1, 2011 at 6:02 pm

    I’ve never had naturally nutty, but after all these posts about them I think I’ll have to try it out!

    Reply
  42. Kelly C. says

    March 1, 2011 at 6:16 pm

    Hi again Kath…

    Naturally Nutty… getting ready to order some but before I do I was wondering which flavors are your absolute favorite?

    Thanks,
    Kelly 🙂

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      March 1, 2011 at 9:43 pm

      Cinnamon Vanilla Sunflower Butter!! I love all the ones with Vanilla. And the Butter Toffee!

      Reply
  43. Meg says

    March 1, 2011 at 6:17 pm

    So nutty 😀 haha I would love to try those nut butters, I need to keep a lookout for them or order some online 🙂

    Reply
  44. Angela @ Eat Spin Run Repeat says

    March 1, 2011 at 6:31 pm

    love the shot of the lizard! your lunch looks delicious today. shopping for add-on items to sell in the bakery sounds like so much fun – i think you’d probably sell out of the chocolate vanilla almond butter pretty quick! 🙂

    Reply
  45. Lauren says

    March 1, 2011 at 6:32 pm

    That’s awesome they have GH PB flavors, but there’s no great harvest near me to try them!

    Reply
  46. Lauren at Keep It Sweet says

    March 1, 2011 at 7:16 pm

    So jealous that you got to try all of those Naturally Nutty flavors! I still haven’t had any.

    Reply
  47. Melissa @ Chocolate & Kisses says

    March 1, 2011 at 7:22 pm

    Looks like a lot of wonderful eats! So excited for you and your hubby and your future store. We have one store in CT, but it’s quite a distance away. Maybe we need to take a trip to your part of the states!!

    Reply
  48. Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says

    March 1, 2011 at 7:23 pm

    Yum – portabello wrap! I hope there was goat cheese on that. Portabello sandwiches aren’t complete without it! 😉

    Reply
  49. Katie says

    March 1, 2011 at 7:35 pm

    I totally want to try that cinnamon vanilla sunflower seedbutter! Can you tell me if there is cane juice in the ingredients? I just found out I have a sugar cane, peanut, and almond intolerence….I would LOVE to order this nut butter if it was sugar cane free!

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      March 1, 2011 at 9:41 pm

      I’m pretty sure there is – but check their website to be sure.

      Reply
  50. Camille says

    March 1, 2011 at 7:36 pm

    What an awesome looking lunch! The only thing better than free lunch is GOOD free lunch! 🙂

    Reply
  51. Lauren says

    March 1, 2011 at 7:53 pm

    Wow, that is so awesome that you got to enjoy all of the new Naturally Nutty Flavors. I’m eyeing that Chocolate Vanilla. It’s the best of both worlds!!

    Reply
  52. Katie says

    March 1, 2011 at 8:13 pm

    I seriously wish I was you this week! Im glad you are having a great time and learning too : )

    Katie is adorable, and I think its awesome how she started her Naturally Nutty! She is so inpirational!

    The new flavors sounds AMAZE!

    xoxo < 3

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  53. Katie says

    March 1, 2011 at 8:14 pm

    * typo inspirational !

    Reply
  54. Lauren @chigallauren says

    March 1, 2011 at 8:18 pm

    The every food spread you post there just looks awesome! Anddddd I just got up to go get a spoonful of almond butter!

    Reply
  55. Jess says

    March 1, 2011 at 8:27 pm

    Kath!! This morning on the way to work I saw a Great Harvest sign in an empty store front in my town, Newtown Square, PA. Looks like we’re getting a GH! Woo-hoo!!!

    Reply
  56. Katie says

    March 1, 2011 at 8:27 pm

    What are you and Katie’s favorites? I can’t see the picture clearly enough…

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      March 1, 2011 at 9:38 pm

      Pepita for her, and Cinnamon Vanilla Sunflower Butter for me!

      Reply
  57. Amy at TheSceneFromMe says

    March 1, 2011 at 8:43 pm

    I’d be going nuts over all that nut butter for sure. I would totally buy lots and then exceed the 50 lb. weight limit on my suitcase going back home, dang restrictions!

    Reply
  58. Lauren @ MRS says

    March 1, 2011 at 9:04 pm

    Flavored almond butter sounds interesting, does it taste good? I can’t wait till it becomes available here.

    Reply
  59. Hilary says

    March 1, 2011 at 9:08 pm

    Looks like a great lunch spread…jealous! Anything with portabello is a hit if you ask me!

    Reply
  60. stacey-healthylife says

    March 1, 2011 at 9:18 pm

    Love the food they are serving, yum.

    Reply
  61. chelsey @ clean eating chelsey says

    March 1, 2011 at 9:24 pm

    I am all for that peanut butter sampling session!!!

    Reply
  62. Angela (the diet book junkie) says

    March 1, 2011 at 9:41 pm

    that is heaven, right there. salad and chocolate are definitely my two favorite food groups. 😉

    Reply
  63. Parita @ myinnershakti says

    March 1, 2011 at 9:53 pm

    Chocolate and peanut butter – can’t go wrong! So excited for you!

    Reply
  64. Laura (Starloz) says

    March 1, 2011 at 10:09 pm

    we need more nut butters here & they need to be cheaper!

    Reply
  65. Hannah says

    March 1, 2011 at 10:13 pm

    Oh my, you have a deal with Naturally Nutty? AMAZING! Now can you please sell to Australia? Please?

    Reply
  66. Vanessa says

    March 1, 2011 at 10:13 pm

    I am SO jealous that you hung out with Naturally Nutty owners!!!! Like a dream come true.. Look at all that nut butter!!!!!!! Cinnamon vanilla sunflower butter is my fav too!!! 🙂

    Reply
  67. Kathleen says

    March 1, 2011 at 10:37 pm

    I am in absolute HEAVEN when I look at all of those different flavors of nut butter! 😀

    xoxo
    Kathleen

    Reply
  68. Christin@purplebirdblog says

    March 1, 2011 at 10:51 pm

    Naturally Nutty rules!!!!! 😀

    Reply

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