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You are here: Home / Lifestyle / Summer Lovin’

August 11, 2011

Summer Lovin’

Happened so fast!

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What do you get when you combine:

45 minutes of mowing the lawn

Being brave to fish said mower out of shed, spiders aside

Bug spray

A 30 minute walk to dinner resulting in a wet T-shirt

Corn, wine, a grill and cherries?

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Summatime!

Faith + Tate invited us over for dinner tonight. Matt and I finished up our respective works and met at their house

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I walked to meet them with these two bottles of wine in my backpack! They were sent to me from Casa Vinicola Zonin, an Italian family who also has a Charlottesville presence and owns Barboursville Vineyards just up the road from us. They sent me half a case of wines to test out and enjoy. Including tasting notes!

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We opened the 2009 Nero d’Avola tonight – a dry red with touches of fruit and a bit of spice. It was perfect – as the description hinted – for summer BBQs. I thought it was a great red for summer

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Faith was hard at work grillin’ when I strolled up –

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Great Harvest bread, corn, and Tofurky!

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Faith is a vegetarian and this was my first time trying Tofurky. They have a surprisingly real food ingredient list with tofu and herbs rather than isolated soy proteins.

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We ate them as dogs on our bread with corn + salad

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I thought it was quite good and as a [loganic] meat eater I didn’t miss meat at all

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For dessert had cherries [chaaaries] with some Scuffin and Stonyfield Vanilla yogurt

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And the Zonin Moscato D’asti, which was a sweet effervescent white said to be perfect with “ice cream and the accompaniment of friends.” I concur!

May the crickets sing you goodnight…

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  1. Emma @ Microcosm of Life says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:11 pm

    I’ve never had Tofurky sausages, but I love their deli meat slices! The real food ingredient list is a sweet bonus to the amazing flavor and texture.

    Reply
    • Sylvia @ My Attempt at Balanced Living says

      August 11, 2011 at 10:26 pm

      True story! My hubby protested when I brought home the “weird sliced Tofurkey” but then he went and ate it ALL! 😀

      Reply
  2. Meaghan O'Connor (My Spoonful of Inspiration) says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:12 pm

    Looks like a great, summery BBQ spread! So colorful and fun! 🙂

    Reply
  3. Hillary says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:17 pm

    I’ve never had tofurkey, but I’ve recently thought about giving it a try. Good to hear it’s made of mostly real foods!

    Reply
  4. Cait's Plate says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:18 pm

    That’s what I love about those Tofurky sausages…it actually seems like edible food! And I too was pleasantly surprised with how much I enjoyed them. Felt very similar to eating a real meat-filled sausage 🙂

    Love the dessert – I think you just inspired breakfast for me tomorrow! (if only I had a scuffin to throw in there!)

    Reply
  5. Heather says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:19 pm

    Having recently gone meat free, I love those tofurky sausages..
    yumm!
    Glad you like them too!!!

    Reply
  6. Ash @ Good Taste Healthy Me says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:21 pm

    Looks like an awesome time!!

    Reply
  7. staceyhealthylife says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:22 pm

    What a great dinner, yum. Perfect for summer. Good to know about the Tofurkey being tofu and herbs versus soy. They actually look tasty all grilled up.

    Reply
  8. Kristin @ eat healthy. be happy. live well. says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:23 pm

    I’ve never had any type of tofu before…so many bloggers have talked about how wonderful it is though! Maybe I should try it!

    Reply
  9. Amy* says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:26 pm

    Corn on the cob is one of the best things about summer!*

    Reply
  10. Allie (Live Laugh Eat) says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:30 pm

    Love veggie sausages! I haven’t tried the Tofurkey brand yet though.

    Reply
  11. faith says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:31 pm

    I’m one happy griller!

    Reply
    • Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga says

      August 11, 2011 at 9:33 pm

      I just commented saying you looked adorable tending the grill and then I saw your comment right above mine 🙂

      Reply
    • Angie @ Musings of a Violet Monkey says

      August 11, 2011 at 9:34 pm

      And in a dress, no less!
      Always so stylish… 🙂

      ~

      Reply
      • faith says

        August 12, 2011 at 8:07 am

        Thanks ladies!

        Reply
  12. Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:33 pm

    That grilled corn looks perfect and I also love the top down shot of the red wine on the wood. Great composition.

    And Faith looks adorable tending the grill 🙂

    Reply
  13. Angie @ Musings of a Violet Monkey says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:33 pm

    I have never had Tofurky anything, despite having been a vegetarian for 5 years. However, I have recently tried several kinds of Field Roast ‘sausages’ this summer, and have enjoyed them (and their ingredient list, as well!). Yum!

    ~

    Reply
  14. kaila @ healthy helper! says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:34 pm

    Mmmmm what a yummy grilled dinner! I especially like the grilled bread!

    Reply
  15. Alaina says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:39 pm

    I love Moscato d’Asti! Such a great dessert wine. 🙂 And yum to the cherries! I just bought some today because they were on sale for $1.99/lb! The usual price is $5.99/lb. Score!

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  16. Katie @ Peace Love and Oats says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:41 pm

    That all looks so delicious! And I’ve never had tofurkey, but perhaps I’ll try it now; the tofu definitely sounds more up my alley!

    Reply
  17. Jill says

    August 11, 2011 at 10:07 pm

    Tofurky? Sounds interesting-I will have to check them out.

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  18. Margo @ peanut butter trees says

    August 11, 2011 at 10:10 pm

    Looks like such a great summertime dinner!

    Reply
  19. Candy (Healthy in Candy Land) says

    August 11, 2011 at 10:11 pm

    I had pretty much given up on meat “substitutes” because of their weird ingredient lists, but I might have to reconsider this brand. I’ve had a Tofurky roast before at Thanksgiving, but let’s just say, it was the last time I had one…(shudder) Sounds like the sausages might be better. Thanks for letting us know!

    Reply
  20. Lisa @ Sunny Seed Stories says

    August 11, 2011 at 10:17 pm

    Your dessert looks like it could be a breakfast! Proving once again that they are the two best meals of the day. 🙂

    Reply
  21. Angel7 says

    August 11, 2011 at 10:18 pm

    I am not sure if I would like the Tofurky. I would try it, though.

    http://faithfulsolutions.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  22. Julie H. of Spinach and Sprinkles says

    August 11, 2011 at 10:34 pm

    Perfect summer night!!!! ….Love the picture with Faith peeking in the background. So fun! Love the wine part of the evening too, winning combo; wine + friends!

    Reply
  23. Valerie says

    August 11, 2011 at 10:49 pm

    Question: What is a loganic meat eater? I googled it to no avail…have to ask. My only guess is the root word logic?

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    • Megan (Running Foodie) says

      August 11, 2011 at 10:51 pm

      Local + organic, I think

      Reply
      • KathEats says

        August 12, 2011 at 6:58 am

        Yep – I made a hybrid word the other day! Local + organic

        Reply
  24. Kathleen @ KatsHealthCorner says

    August 11, 2011 at 10:54 pm

    Cherries are the BEST! 😀

    Reply
  25. Melissa says

    August 11, 2011 at 11:09 pm

    Moscato d’Asti is my favorite– I have such a sweet tooth!

    Reply
  26. kinder says

    August 11, 2011 at 11:12 pm

    Love. Tofurkey. Sausages. As a vegetarian I missed bbq’d hotdogs so much, but these are soooo good that they totally satisfy my craving! Yum.

    Reply
  27. Hannah says

    August 11, 2011 at 11:23 pm

    Those stemless wine glasses blow my mind. True story.

    Reply
  28. Angela says

    August 12, 2011 at 12:22 am

    Loganic? That’s pretty smug and precious, even for you.

    Reply
  29. Khushboo says

    August 12, 2011 at 12:54 am

    Gosh delicious dinner again! Love the new layout Kath!

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

    August 12, 2011 at 1:57 am

    I love Tofurky! I would not miss meat at all with it. It’s so good and meaty. 🙂

    Reply
  31. Lexi @ A Spoonful of Sunshine says

    August 12, 2011 at 2:18 am

    The entire Grease soundtrack is basically stuck in my head. On repeat.

    I’m not complainin’ 🙂

    Reply
  32. Jumanah @ Healthy Living in the Middle East says

    August 12, 2011 at 3:49 am

    I’ve never tried Tofurky but I really want to. We dont have them here and I havent found a similar substitute.

    Delicious dinner and dessert 🙂

    Reply
  33. tiffany says

    August 12, 2011 at 4:58 am

    looks delish!! Love her dress:)

    Reply
  34. alena schoeller says

    August 12, 2011 at 5:15 am

    This summer has let me discover blogs. Before your blog and a few others, I would be lost right now. Healthy living blogs have literally changed my life! I just wanted to say thank you so much for doing that, even if you didn’t know! You have changed my life and I am so happy you did! THANKS SO MUCH!

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      August 12, 2011 at 6:58 am

      🙂 you are so welcome!

      Reply
  35. Lauren says

    August 12, 2011 at 5:19 am

    I’ve always been hesitant to try tofurkey. For some reason I was thinking it was more processed than it is.

    Reply
  36. rumfunandsun says

    August 12, 2011 at 5:40 am

    Why is Faith so stinking cute!? 🙂 Looks like yummy fun!

    Reply
    • faith says

      August 12, 2011 at 8:09 am

      LOL! Gosh, thanks!

      Reply
  37. Aine @ Something to Chew Over says

    August 12, 2011 at 5:54 am

    So cool that you got sent wine to try 🙂

    Reply
  38. Sara @ real fun food says

    August 12, 2011 at 6:03 am

    Kath – I really love the new header. Your beautiful pictures define your blog so I think your header looks great! One of the things I miss most about 1) living in the US 2) not living in one of the biggest cities in the world is having a grill!! I can’t wait to be able to grill and eat outside once again 🙁

    Reply
  39. Fallon says

    August 12, 2011 at 6:25 am

    A summer red? It is usually too hot for me to drink red wine during the summer, unless I’m indoors. Sounds good. Must be nice to get these bottles of wine.. delivered!

    Tofurkey dogs?? Are these the things by the tofu and tempeh? I’ve seen them but always stayed away from them. If you are approving I’ll check them out the next time I’m at the store!

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  40. Lauren @ What Lauren Likes says

    August 12, 2011 at 6:37 am

    Summer is happening soo fast! love the summery bbq though. Everything looks great 🙂

    Reply
  41. Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says

    August 12, 2011 at 7:03 am

    I’ve never tried those Tofurkey sausages, but I love the Yves brand ones!

    Reply
  42. Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg says

    August 12, 2011 at 7:19 am

    I really like those Tofurkey sausages! They’re great in stews and chunky pasta sauces too.

    Reply
  43. Meredith says

    August 12, 2011 at 7:20 am

    That dinner looks sooo yummy! Definitely a perfect summer meal!

    Reply
  44. Gina @ Running to the Kitchen says

    August 12, 2011 at 7:41 am

    I’ve never had any Tofurkey products and it’s mostly because the name completely turns me off. Marketing working the opposite way it should!

    Reply
  45. Maggie says

    August 12, 2011 at 7:57 am

    “Loganic” That’s genius!

    Reply
  46. Gena says

    August 12, 2011 at 8:04 am

    Love the new header. And isn’t Tofurkey fab? Gets a bad reputation, but the ingredient list is legit. I wouldn’t want it too often, but it’s a great vegan cookout option.

    Reply
  47. katie @KatieDid says

    August 12, 2011 at 8:36 am

    Loganic…. starting a new trend! I like it. I’m always skeptical of faux meat… I’d always choose real meat over something with ten kinds of soy and other stabilizers, so its nice to know they do make real food ones out there somewhere!

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    • KathEats says

      August 12, 2011 at 8:38 am

      I would chose real meat over this too..

      Reply
      • faith says

        August 12, 2011 at 9:29 am

        But you were a good sport.

        Reply
        • KathEats says

          August 12, 2011 at 11:13 am

          Yes!! I would gladly eat them again, but I probably wouldn’t buy ’em

          Reply
  48. occula says

    August 12, 2011 at 8:42 am

    Those look like the Italian sausage flavor, which is our favorite because they are so flavorful. My favorite way is to pan-sear potato chunks, onions, peppers, and two-bite slices of the sausage together. yum!

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  49. Lisa @ Life in Green says

    August 12, 2011 at 9:19 am

    Yup love the ‘loganic’ – totally stealing that. 🙂

    And bread & corn on the grill – some of my favs!

    Reply
  50. Emma (Namaste Everyday) says

    August 12, 2011 at 11:04 am

    that wine sounds awesome! I prefer red wines to white wines, but in the summer I crave white. I’ve been searching for the perfect summer red!

    Reply
  51. Megan says

    August 12, 2011 at 12:26 pm

    Barboursville was one of our stops last weekend…great property and awesome wine tasting staff! I have 2 bottles of Merlot to enjoy back in WI

    Reply
  52. Shannon @ The Hungry Rower says

    August 12, 2011 at 12:37 pm

    I’ve waffled back and forth between a completely vegetarian diet and a flexitarian diet (which includes some poultry and sea food) for years. As of late, I’ve realized that it’s not that I don’t enjoy eating meat, but rather that I object to how the majority of commercially available meats are produced. That said, I really dig the “loganic” concept; thanks for the new vocabulary word (and for being your usual awesome self)!

    Reply
  53. Shana says

    August 12, 2011 at 9:20 pm

    I thought I was doing such a good thing when I started eating veggie burgers…until I realized the ones I was eating are full of crap. I’ll have to look for the tofurkey!

    Reply

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