Today feels like of like the last day of the school year in college. Saying goodbye to friends for the summer. “See you next year!”
[Of course I will be back next year!!]
I met so many new friends too! And so many fellow bloggers and KERF readers for the first time in person. Such fun.
This morning Emily and I hung out in our beds because it was raining and all plans for runs and walks were canceled. There will be prettier days to run!
We snacked on some Frog Hollow Farm dried peaches while we waited for the brunch to begin. LOVE those things. Chewy, fuzzy, delicious.
The brunch was presented by Nature’s Pride, and the breads were used in such creative ways. French toast, panzanella, croutons.
I piled up with fresh fruit, arugula salad with glazed almonds and oaty bread croutons, a mini frittata, and two slices of French toast topped with a dollop of whipped strawberry basil butter and villa mandori maple syrup – wonderful!!!!
Plus a little Straus yogurt with granola that I slurped down
I went back for seconds on fruit fruit and a huge pile of greens. Greens never tasted so good!
Wish the sky looked like this for some quality exploring, but sadly, it’s gray and raining.
And Matt is on his way here!!! Unfortunately his flight is delayed (boooo) but I can’t wait to see him. The trip continues onward to Sonoma this afternoon!
hippierunner says
I’m right near SF and was set to go running today too but stayed in bed because of the rain! :/
What a great looking breakfast!
Coco @ Opera Girl Cooks says
I took a rainy trip to the Mountain View farmers’ market instead of attending the brunch this morning, so it’s fun to see all the good eats on your blog! Gotta love that Strauss yogurt. Did you know that at Trader Joe’s here in the Bay Area, their house brand “European style” yogurt is actually Strauss? One of their many not-so-well-kept secrets =)
Enjoy wine country, Kath! I’m glad you had such a great time in SF.
Hillary [Nutrition Nut on the Run] says
Say hi to Sonoma County (my 2nd home) for me! 🙂
Michele @ Healthy Cultivations says
Sonoma should be wonderful — hopefully the weather will cooperate.
Christin L. says
Strawberry basil butter?! Amazing!
Tina @ Faith Fitness Fun says
I hate when its rainy when traveling. You want to see everything in its best light. Hope the rest of your travels are just as fabulous. 🙂
Estela @ Weekly Bite says
Sonoma Trip?! What a great thing to look forward too 🙂
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
Looks like a great trip regardless of the crummy weather! Enjoy the rest of your day!
Sana says
I am glad Matt is going to join you! You two are going to have a blasty!!
Stacey (The Habit of Healthy) says
I’ve really enjoyed reading all the posts about Foodbuzz 2010. It looks like such a fun event. Enjoy the rest of your time in San Fran & Sonoma with Matt.
Camille says
SF will do that to you… sunny one minute, windy and rainy the next.
I say bundle up and explore! You only live once!
lynn (The Actors Diet) says
it IS like the end of college! except i’m a freshman! wonderful meeting and chatting with you, kath.
Allison says
Hey Kath!
I live in Sacramento and can reassure you that while today WILL be a blustery day, tomorrow the promise is for lovely weather again in Northern CA. So Sonoma should be its usual beautiful self!
Food & Other Things says
Sounds like such a great experience (and the French toast looks amazing!). Have fun in Sonoma!
Cat says
The rain is supposed to end today, so you should have great weather to end your trip! I live in SF and ran the US Half-Marathon today in the BELTING rain, across the bridge. Man, if I hadn’t been planning on doing this race for MONTHS, I would have loved to have been in bed too! 🙂
Jen says
Everything about this weekend looks like SO much fun!!! I hope to make it to next years event 🙂
Jen
Marisa @ Loser for Life says
What a terrific breakfast to end the festival!
Faith @ lovelyascharged says
Nature’s Pride has always been my preferred brand of bread – I bet it was awesome to try their panzanella and other goodies!
Lisa @bakebikeblog says
my oh my – I have loved reading your recaps! What a wonderful event! Now if only it was closer to Australia hehe
Heather says
once again it all looks fabulous. I hope you have a great time with Matt!
Gina says
Looks like an extraordinary weekend with lots of wonderful food & people!
Enjoy your time with Matt!
Michelle (The Runner's Plate) says
I hate saying good-bye to good friends! Can’t wait to see what adventures you partake in with Matt!
Simply Life says
wow, a delicious brunch and trip to Sonoma – sounds like a perfect day!
Missy says
So excited for you and your hubby to have a wonderful time together!!! Have a blast!!!
Mary @ Bites and Bliss says
Bittersweet ending, gotta say goodbye to all your friends but you get to spend time with your Matt soon! 😀
Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine says
It was wonderful getting to know you this weekend- I’m so sad to leave!! Hope you have good weather for the remainder of your trip.
holly @ couchpotatoathlete says
That french toast looks sooooo good.
I hope Matt arrives safe and sound.
Rachel says
Ah the beautiful Bay! I used to drive halfway across that bridge to sailing practice 3 times a week. If only I’d joined Foodbuzz in time to go to this year’s event in San Francisco. I’m really looking forward to going next year!
Melissa @ For the Love of Health says
amazing! I hope you are having an amazing time in Sonoma!
Tab - Just Weighing In says
such a great trip – looks like everything was perfect!
Rae says
Dont blame ya for staying in this morning….I was caught in the MONSOON at the San Fran half marathon this morning! CRazy! Have fun in Sonoma….my husband and I will be heading that way this week too…I would be thrilled to have a KERF celebrity sighting, Ive read your blog for 3 years!!!
Kath says
Oh fun! Let me know if you want to meet for a tasting 🙂
Allie says
Wow your breakfast looks amazing!
Paige @Running Around Normal says
Brunch looks amazing!!
Sorry the weather foiled your plans to run, but yes – there’s more time! Hope Matt gets to you safely:)
stacey-healthylife says
I love that french toast, that looks amazing.
Krystina says
STRAWBERRY BASIL BUTTER?! Be still, my heart.
J3nn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says
Your brunch plate is exquisite!! For some reason, all fruit + veggies taste better outside the home. It’s a psychological phenomena, lol.
chelsey @ clean eating chelsey says
It is so nice you were able to stay in Cali for a few more days to enjoy some time with the Husband!
Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says
Bummer about the weather. I hope it clears up for your trip to Sonoma!
mariaeatsbeets says
That breakfast looks yum!
The Wife of a Dairyman says
Have a great time in Sonoma….a little wine tasting perhaps?!
Caitlyn (A Spoonful of Life) says
I think I would be a food coma at this point…but still eating! Have fun in Sonoma!
Hannah says
I think I could live off maple syrup 😉
Oh, and have a great summer! 😀
aubrey (italktofood) says
Yay for Sonoma!
Have you ever gone on the Sonoma Overlook trail? It’s on 1st street west. It’s a beautiful 3.5 mile loop and you can see the entire valley from the bottom. You and matt should try it if you haven’t!
Laughter-Loving Stacy says
Oh, the food looks amazing! Hopefully I’ll be able to attend Foodbuzz Fest in.. two years, lol. 🙂
thepinkpeppercorn says
Looks like a super beautiful breakfast! Love it!
Natalia - a side of simple says
Is this the first time both you and Matt (together) have been back to Sonoma since your honeymoon? What fun!
ilana says
So glad to see you have been living it up in my favorite city! Can’t wait to see where you go in Sonoma with Matt . . . Have the best time!
PS: If you are in Healdsburg at all, check out the doughnut muffins at Downtown bakery– amazing!
Jessica @ The Process of Healing says
FUN!!! And that breakfast looks amazing!
Kristen @ Kristen, Sweetly says
Yay for husbands flying out to visit! Keep having an awesome time out there!
Namaste Gurl says
Come to Santa Cruz– you’d love it. Much hiking, biking, awesome farmers markets and produce and much more. It’s beyond beautiful here. If you do, hook up with me!
Kiran says
Delicious plate of foods. And the fresh vege’s looks heavenly. Too sad the weather was uncooperative, but enjoy the rest of the fun days 🙂
alana (at) the food says
youre gonna LOVE sonoma! i can feel it!
enjoy every minute!
The Healthy Apple says
You are adorable; hehe…missed you this year at Foodbuzz; have a fabulous time with Matt and enjoy Cali….I looooove Sonoma; enjoy the wine, darling!
xo
Aims
Dee says
Oh wow! Everything looks SO good! Aww, sounds like you guys are going to have SO much fun! I can’t wait to hear all about it!