Happy Mother’s Day Dinner to Karen!
Her present was….
Nuttzo!!!! She LOVVVVEEESSSSSSSS it!! She bought a case of 4 and was on a hiatus until she felt she could afford it again. She said she plans to eat our jar by the spoonful when she gets home tonight!
We also gave her some Livin’ Spoonful crackers – she loves those too!!!
I got my mom some OpenSky goodies too but she will have to wait to get them because we had to cancel our MD picnic hike we had scheduled for today due to the traveling going on in the next 48 hours.
The Bears have yet to acknowledge that it’s Mother’s Day 🙁
Matt did bring me a glass of wine while we were out chatting!
Dinner tonight was Deconstructed Fish Tacos with all the fixins!
Matt seared up some mahi in a dry-rub seasoning
We had sautéed green cabbage and green peppers for the base…
…and Food Should Taste Good Blue Corn chips – a new flavor! They were nothin’ but good.
Condiments: avocado, mater, greek yogurt
And the final jar of the Don Sabrosa’s to sample – Blueberries, Peaches & Honey. OMG!!! BEST. Salsa. Ever!!! It tasted just like hot salsa with honey. Mmmmmm sweet and hot! And I didn’t even care that there were onions! I’ve never been able to eat salsa because of my taste problem, but the Don Sabrosa’s are really onion-friendly. If you dislike them, you will probably be fine eating these.
My pile!
With a touch more wine
For dessert we ate half a watermelon!
Four pieces later and I was stuffed
I’d say I got in sufficient relaxation this weekend – and probably my busiest week ever coming up. Let’s get ready to rumble…
Me-Linh @ Sweet and Sweat says
it looks like you had a great mother’s day! Who wouldn’t love nuttzo?!
Allie (Live Laugh Eat) says
Tell her I recommend eating it outta the jar with a fork 🙂
[email protected]://stacey-healthylife.blogspot.com/ says
Watermelon makes a great dessert. I need to try that salsa it does tasty.
Jessica @ How Sweet It Is says
Mmm I need to get my first watermelon of the season. 🙂
Morgan says
That salsa looks fantastic!
I’m so sorry to hear about your grandmother. Have a safe flight to Jersey. If you need any recommendations for restaurants or anything (not sure how long you are there), let me know. I grew up about 30 minutes from where you’ll be.
Daniel says
Glad to hear you’re taking on the obstacles life brings you head on with full strength and vigor, regardless of what happened these past few days. You’re in my prayers and may God keep you strong and safe as you go to your Grandmother’s funeral~
Great looking dinner too, I like the sounds of everything but the watermelon. 😉
Kellie says
your meal and dessert look so summery. I love your bowls? Are they Anthropologie?
Jillian says
I was just going to comment that I bought the one with the red print and blue trim from Anthropologie last week 😉 It’s sooooo pretty!
Kath says
Yup!
Erin (Travel, Eat, Repeat) says
I think Food Should Taste Good makes the most amazing chips–I’ve only tried the multigrain but they are just SO addictive and delicious!
Food Makes Fun Fuel says
I find it a little hysterical your MIL likes nuttzo so much. I can’t blame her, either!
Veggielady4life says
That watermelon looks ‘elicious! Glad you got some down time over the weekend. That’s what they’re for! Good luck this week, too. You can do it! 😀
Jessica @ The Process of Healing says
Oh YUM!!! I’m going to have to try that dinner!
Mom says
Karen’s top looks really good on the blog.
I’m disappointed in the bears though. They seem so fond of you.
Anne @ Your kind of Salad says
Isn’t your mother-in-law gorgeous! Looks like you all had a beautiful day. Can’t wait to see what mother’s day treats are in store for Mama KERF!
Amber K says
I want watermelon SO bad now! Yum!
Beth @ Beth's Journey to Thin says
I actually bought some watermelon today and I’m really looking forward to it – even more so now! I love the idea of doing deconstructed tacos and doing it with chips! Looks delish!
Jacki says
Kath – What are your general thoughts about the Vega Vanilla Chai Protein Powder? I want to try it, but don’t know any stores in Charlotte that may sell individual packets. Any suggestions? Also, do you think that the flavor of the protein powder is bitter or has any aftertaste or anything like that? Do you feel that it tastes tremendously different from other protein powders?
Thanks for your help!
Kath says
Healthy Home Market has the individual packets! I really love the Vegas, and the Vanilla Chai is awesome. There is no aftertaste or bitterness, but it does make the liquid a wee bit gritty – but very fine grit, and I love that about it. It’s also on the sweeter side.
Jacki says
Thanks Kath! I’ll hit up the Home Market to try them out!
lynn (The Actors Diet) says
so great that you could celebrate with a mommy (mine and my hubby’s are on the other side of the country!)
Jessie says
Aww, Happy Mother’s Day to Karen! You both certainly gave her a wonderful dinner and presents! 🙂
Mastering Public Health says
Great presents. 🙂 I have also given Nuttzo as a gift on a prior occasion… it always seems to go over very well!
Jenny says
That sounds like an amazing combo and layering of flavors!
Gena says
Happy Mama’s Day to Karen, whom I met last year in NOLA! Sounds like a great day.
Cynthia (It All Changes) says
The benefits of having her son marry you 🙂
Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says
Haha, so cute about the presents. And the make-your-own taco dish sounds fantastic! Quick, simple, and delicious for a Sunday night!
Heather says
The tacos sound awesome! Good luck with your upcoming week!
Jenna says
Great Sunday to the start of a busyyy week!
Michelle @ Give Me the Almond Butter says
That’s so cute that you got her Nuttzo!
jessica says
It’s been really cold (40s today!) and windy up here in New Jersey 🙁
Wei-Wei says
Happy Mother’s Day! Those are such awesome presents, considering how expensive (but delicious) Nuttzo seems to be! 😀
Dinner looks wonderful as well. Yummy 😀
Wei-Wei
Jenn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says
That watermelon looks awesome 😯
Love the deconstructed fish tacos! I love mahi mahi 🙂
Jenn
Hannah says
Karen’s beautiful! And I too eat jars of nut butter with a spoon – she sounds like an awesome mother-in-law!
Desi says
Hi Kath!
Just wanted to tell you that I am addicted to your blog. No, really. Addicted in the best way possible, that is… 🙂 AND, as a fellow foodie and Davidson alum (woot woot ’09!), you are one cool chick in my book. Thank you for everything you do!
<3
Desi
Kath says
Thanks Desi!! Did you know my sister!?
Desi says
Aw man, I don’t think so! What is her first name? Was she in my class?
Lisa @ bakebikeblog says
What a great looking dinner!
hehe and I was only saying to Mr BBB last night that the kitties seem to have forgotten that it was mother’s day 😉
Camille says
Dinner looks soo good!
Glad you had a nice Mother’s Day!
Sarah @ cocoanutshakes says
Ahhhh I LOVE when people love food as gifts….they’re so much easier to shop for =).
Nuttzo looks so good!!!
Anne @ Food Loving Polar Bear says
I love getting food as a gift, it’s a great idea!
Freya @ Brit Chick Runs says
Attack the week with some gumbo – you’ll keep on top of it 😀
I wish I was Matt’s mum..she got amazing gifts!
Lauren Slayton says
First, I now feel a little guilty that I chose not to cook for Mother’s Day! Second, love the idea of deconstructed tacos (fish tacos one of my favorite all time dishes).
Simply Life says
I love that salsa too – such a great flavor!
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
My family loves fish taco night! We always have fun with build your own meals! Looks like you guys had a great weekend! I hope you have a good Monday. I know this week will be crazy for you. Remember to take deep breaths! With all the activity…it will be easy to forget!