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Pittsburgh Happenings: January 2024

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It’s January and that means we have a whole new calendar of events in Pittsburgh! The month ahead is filled with music, art, and fun for all. Be wowed by a Broadway show that incorporates Bob Dylan’s music or take the family to see the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra play alongside Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire for a night of magic. Just make sure you start 2024 off with excitement!

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Girl From the North Country 

Benedum Center, January 9-14

Hear Bob Dylan’s music like you’ve never heard it before as you adventure alongside a group of wayward travelers in 1934 Minnesota. The Tony Award winning musical makes its stop in Pittsburgh for a beautiful production about music, life and hope.

Comedy Bingo Night

Arcade Comedy Theater, January 12

Experience a hearty stand-up show alongside a competitive game of bingo. This bingo-themed comedy variety show features improv, characters, and more! Audience members will be invited to play bingo between sets — and prizes will be available for any lucky winners. 

A team of huskies pulls a sled filled with a family through the snow outside of Nemacolin near Pittsburgh.
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Martin Luther King Weekend

Nemacolin, January 12-15

Take your long weekend getaway to the next level with skiing, massages, family-friendly fun in the Kids Club, and more. You don’t need to travel far for relaxation and delights. 

Locomotion Exhibition

Carnegie Science Center, January 13-14

Make a special trip to the Carnegie Science Center for a weekend all about the world of trains. Engineers of all ages will get a chance to explore a rail yard full of guest train displays owned and operated by model train enthusiasts.

​​The Courage to Stand

Heinz Hall, January 17

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra is back to chronicle the some defiantly artistic and famous figures. From the opening notes of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, full of fate and fury, to the world-building text of Langston Hughes, PSO offer music that outlasts, outshines, and out-dreams all barriers.

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Cirque du Soleil: Crystal

PPG Paints Arena, January 18-21

For the first time ever, Cirque du Soleil incorporates ice into its mind-boggling performances. Skaters and acrobats combine traditional circus disciplines with synchronized and freestyle movement on air and ice for an unforgettable experience. 

The Magic of Motown

Benedum Center, January 19

Ready to get down to the rhythms of Motown? 15 power vocalists are backed by a six piece band to deliver you all the hits from The Temptations, The Jackson Five, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, and many more.

Call of the Wild: Illustrated Edition

Byham Theater, January 20

This multimedia adventure mixes classic storytelling with projected illustrations to tell the story of Buck, the offspring of a St. Bernard and Scottish Collie. Buck is kidnapped from his lavish life on a California estate and sent to work as a sled dog during the great Klondike Gold Rush where he must survive the wild.

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra plays on the stage at the Heinz Hall in front of a projector that reads "Let's go to the movies"
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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire in Concert

Heinz Hall, January 20-21

It doesn’t matter if you’re Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, or Slytherin. Everyone can discover the magic of this wizardly epic while a live symphony orchestra performs Patrick Doyle’s musical score and Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire plays on screen. 

DRUM TAO 30th Anniversary

PNC Theatre, January 27

Established in 1993, this group of talented instrumentalists dreams of creating the best show in the world using Taiko drums from Japan. The drums’ unique and expressive range of sound makes this show so fascinating.

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Anti-Inflammatory Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup

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Two soup bowls filled with orange butternut squash soup topped with shredded leaf garnishes and a spoon.

Inflammation can not only leave you feeling in pain, it can also be a contributor to other issues down the line. Adding healthy foods like turmeric, fresh vegetables, ginger, and lentils into your diet will point you in a positive direction, with healthier outcomes. The more you incorporate the ingredients, the better you’ll find yourself feeling throughout the year. You’ll find all of these goodies and more in our Anti-Inflammatory Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup, which is designed to improve your wellness game! Plus, you can make this Butternut Squash Soup ahead of time to prepare for lunch for the week.

What Makes Butternut Squash Anti-Inflammatory? 

Butternut squash is actually one of the best vegetables for you to incorporate into a recipe for health benefits. It’s packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that bestow its anti-inflammatory properties. It’s a rich source of vitamin A, which plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy skin and mucous membranes. Additionally, butternut squash contains beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant that helps protect cells from damage. The fiber in butternut squash can also help to reduce inflammation in the gut, promoting overall digestive health.

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Anti-Inflammatory Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup

  • Author: Anna Franklin
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Description

Give your body a healthy dose of creamy butternut squash and hearty lentils.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 large butternut squash
  • 1 thumb sized piece of fresh turmeric from
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 thumb size piece of fresh ginger
  • 1 large onion
  • 2 qt vegetable stock, homemade or store bought
  • 1 medium sized carrot
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup dried red lentils
  • Fresh thyme for garnish

Instructions

  1. Peel, seed and dice butternut squash.
  2. Peel turmeric and ginger and cut into 1 inch pieces. Dice onion and carrot. No need to cut anything too small, everything is getting blended up.
  3. In a large soup pot, add all your prepared vegetables and cover with vegetable stock. Simmer for 1-2 hours or until all of the vegetables are completely tender.
  4. Using a stick blender, pulse together the soup until it is completely smooth.
  5. Add dried lentils and simmer for about half an hour, or until the lentils are completely tender.
  6. Stir in 1 can coconut milk.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Garnish with cracked pepper and fresh thyme leaves.

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Golden Globe Nominee Inspired Sips and Bites

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Sip and savor our tasty Golden Globe Inspired Sips and Bites while you watch the awards ceremony Sunday, January 7, 2024. The show will air on CBS (8 p.m. EST/5 PST) live from the Beverly Hilton Hotel, and will also be available on the CBS app, and will stream on Paramount+. Here are just a few sips and bites we were inspired to create after being inspired by the creativity of others in the film and television industry in 2023.

Golden Globe Nominee Inspired Beverages and Bites

Nominated in the category of Best Drama…

Killers of the Flower Moon

Best Actor – Leonardo DiCaprio
Best Actress – Lily Gladstone
Best Supporting Actor – Robert DeNiro
Best Director – Martin Scorsese
Best Screenplay
Best Original Score

Killers of the Flower Moon Cocktail

Moon Rising - Killers of the Flower Moon Cocktail. Two sit in martini glasses, garnished with a lemon peel. Bright red in color

This cocktail was created in anticipation of the movie release, after having read the book. Now we sip to celebrate the film’s popularity! If you enjoy a cocktail with the perfect balance of tangy and sweet, this one is for you!

Nominated in the category of Best Comedy or Musical…

Barbie

Best Actress – Margot Robbie
Best Supporting Actor – Ryan Gosling
Best Director – Greta Gerwig
Best Screenplay
Best Original Song – “What What I Made For,” “I’m Just Ken,” and “Dance the Night”
Best Cinematic and Box Office Achievement

Hi Barbie! Cocktail

Three dark pink cocktails in pink coupe glasses with floating raspberriesColor your world outside of Barbie Land with our Hi Barbie! Cocktail. It tastes like all the good Barbie days feel: “It is the best day ever. So was yesterday, and so is tomorrow, and every day from now until forever.” So quoth Barbie from Barbie the movie. We imagine Barbie’s fingers are crossed for a Golden Globe kind of best day!

Ken-ergy

A look in of a single glass with a thick chocolate Ken-ergy: The Ultimate Post-workout smoothie and a little melting ice on the left sideIn the post-plastic Barbie revolution, we want to ride the wave and keep that Ken-ergy alive! Whether it’s for the love of all things pink and perky, or the desire to circumvent what society deems as masculine, we are feeling that big, big Ken-ergy vibe. Our ultimate post-workout smoothie will keep you energized while you “Dance the Night” away!

Nominated in the category of TV Best Comedy or Musical Series…

The Bear

Best Actor – Jeremy Allen White
Best Actress – Ayo Edebiri
Best Supporting Actor – Ebon Moss-Bachrach
Best Supporting Actress – Abby Elliot

Italian Beef Sandwich with Homemade Fried Peppers

Three Italian Beef Sandwiches lay in various directions surrounded by fried peppers.

This beef sandwich knows no season — something the customers who form a line of the sidewalk outside Carmine Berzatto’s fictional restaurant would applaud! Put a few sandwiches together, individually wrapped in foil to keep them warm, grab your favorite beer, and head to the couch to watch FX’s hit show, fingers crossed, snag a Golden Globe.

Nominated in the Category of Best Cinematic and Box Office Achievement…

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour

Shake Up The Lover Cocktail, inspired by Taylor Swift

2 tall narrow orange cocktails with a pick sugar petal and raspberry garnish with a deep red background, Taylor Swift cocktails

This singer/songwriter has taken the globe by storm. She’s won the hearts of people across generational lines, and the heart of one who crosses several goal lines (wink). We aren’t a bit surprised to see the her Eras Tour movie has made the list of nominees for this year’s Golden Globes. Shake Up The Lover Cocktail is a vodka based drink with a hint of citrus and a punch of passion.

Viewing Snacks

This list of 5 fun snacks was originally created as an encouragement to have a little fun in the kitchen with quality ingredients, and save money on overpriced and overrated movie snacks. You may have already enjoyed these while rocking out in the theater, viewing Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour. And if so, then you know these will also make great snacks while viewing the Golden Globes’s awards ceremony.

Give our official Golden Globe Cocktail a try here!

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Golden Globe Cocktail

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A light colored beverage in a coupe glass with a thyme sprig garnish on a glittery gold surface with a black background.

The 82st Golden Globe Awards will take place at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California. Acclaimed chef Nobu Matsuhisa has created a signature menu including dishes like Salmon Tartar with Caviar in Wasabi Soy, Sashimi Salad, a trio of assorted traditional nigiri and more. We, unfortunately, have no invite to the event, but, if we did, we have a cocktail we think would be a nice compliment to the meal, or at least a nice compliment to our dreams of enjoying what will surely be a remarkable spread. Catch us Sunday tuning in via television and sipping on our Golden Globe Cocktail, probably comfortably seated on the sofa in our jammies. See you there?

When Are the 2025 Golden Globe Awards?

The 2025 Golden Globe Awards will take place on January 5. The ceremony will be broadcasting live on NBC or you can stream it live on Peacock. This prestigious awards show honors excellence in both television and film, recognizing outstanding performances, directing, writing, sound, and so much more.

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Golden Globe Cocktail

  • Author: Zack Durkin
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Description

An ode to this golden event!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 oz Grey Goose Vodka or your favorite local brand
  • 1.5 oz Luxardo Limoncello or your favorite local brand
  • .25 oz of fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • Sparkling white wine
  • Fresh thyme for garnish

Instructions

  1. Add vodka, limoncello, lemon juice and ice to a cocktail shaker.
  2. Shake until the shaker is ice cold (about 15 seconds).
  3. Strain into a coupe glass or champagne flute.
  4. Top with sparkling white wine.
  5. Garnish with a sprig of fresh thyme.
  6. Enjoy!

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Pair your cocktail with this recipe for Salmon Poke with Yuzu!

Recipe by Zack Durkin
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Pittsburgh Happenings: January 9-15

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Kylie Thomas
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A man in a white suit sings at a mic in front of a line of actors on a stage.
Photo courtesy of Matthew Murphy

January is officially underway and 2024 is in full swing. As the winter weather picks up momentum here in Pittsburgh, grab a pal and head to one of these five events that’ll help you cozy up away from the cold and keep you interested in life!

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Girl From the North Country

Benedum Center, January 9-14

Hear Bob Dylan’s music like you’ve never heard it before as you adventure alongside a group of wayward travelers in 1934 Minnesota. The Tony Award winning musical makes its stop in Pittsburgh for a beautiful production about music, life and hope.

Four cocktail glasses filled with different pink and white cocktails topped with stick garnishes at PA Market in Pittsburgh.
Photo courtesy of The PA Market

Cure What Ails You: Medicinal Cocktails

The Pennsylvania Market, January 10

Start the New Year off on a healthy foot to keep away from the winter colds. Learn to craft three wellness inspired cocktails designed to soothe your senses and revive your spirits this winter season. Plus enjoy a mini charcuterie board while sipping these cold fighting concoctions.

A person's hand temperature tests scallops that are being seared in a pan at Ritual House in Pittsburgh.
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Chef’s Dinner

Ritual House, January 11

Shake off the after holiday blues with a fabulous tasting dinner from Ritual House Chef Ed Smith featuring cocktail and wine pairings. The evening will start with a welcome cocktail and then proceed into a seven-course tasting dinner featuring Beef Sashimi, Shrimp and Pork Dumplings, Cauliflower Bisque, Seared Scallops, and more. 

Five African American men stand side by side in neutral color clothings as the cast of godguys in Pittsburgh.
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Godguys. The Stage Play Pittsburgh

O’Reilly Theater, January 13

This heartfelt play from Atlanta is about 6 African American men, who have formed a family-like bond over the years and still routinely meet. As they take you through their life stories the characters touch on themes of abuse, mental health issues, abandonment, and addiction, topics not often talked about openly in the African American community.

A person holds a coffee mug filled with a latte and topped with a leaf design in front of the shadow of Adda Coffee and Tea in Pittsburgh
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Adda High Tea

Adda Coffee and Tea, January 14

Spend the afternoon at a true High Tea lunch in the cozy space of Adda Coffee and Tea. Indulge in a wide variety of teas, carefully curated to satisfy every palate, from classic Earl Grey to exotic herbal infusions. Alongside the tea will be an assortment of finger sandwiches, scones, pastries, and other delectable treats to perfect the High Tea experience.

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Pomegranate Marinated Salmon with Roasted Brussels Sprouts

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A pan filled with brussel sprouts, salmon, and pomegranate seeds sits on a wooden table surrounded by plates and forks.

Salmon is a great first choice for protein when you’re planning your wellness dinners for the week, especially with our Pomegranate Marinated Salmon and Brussels Sprouts. Famous for its health benefits, it’s full of omega-3 fatty acids that help promote heart health through reducing cholesterol and blood pressure. It’s also a gorgeous protein base for many fantastic dinner and lunch main courses.

The Pros of Pomegranate

Another leading ingredient when it comes to heart health is pomegranate, a super-food which offers essential daily nutrients, anti-inflammatories, and antioxidants. When the two combine, you get our Pomegranate Salmon with Roasted Brussel Sprouts. This recipe is ready to infuse your body with vitamin-rich liveliness to start your week off right.

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Pomegranate Marinated Salmon with Roasted Brussel Sprouts

  • Author: Anna Franklin
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Description

Bring the fresh flavors of pomegranate to a perfectly cooked salmon filet.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 filet salmon (roughly 1–1.5 lbs)
  • 20 brussels spouts, shaved thinly
  • 1 cup fresh pomegranate seeds
  • 1/2 lemon cut into wedges

For the salmon marinade:

  • 1 tbsp minced shallot
  • 1 tbsp molasses
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup freshly chopped parsley
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix together all of the marinade ingredients and add to a ziplock back. Add salmon filet and marinate for at least 1 hour but ideally overnight.
  2. In a very hot cast iron skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and add salmon, cook on one side until the top of the salmon is browned. Flip the filet over and add the shaved Brussels sprouts to the skillet.
  3. Bake at 400 degrees until the salmon is cooked to preferred doneness. Garnish with pomegranate seeds and lemon wedges.

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4 Cocktail Recipes from New Mexico’s Gruet Winery

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NM Mélangé: Four colorful and refreshing cocktails inspired by Gruet Winery's sparkling wines

New Mexico is a remarkable gathering of visionaries, and it’s our great fortune that Gruet Winery & Tasting Room has chosen to call it home. The winery was established in 1984 and is renowned for its méthode champenoise or méthode traditional sparkling wines, made with traditional French methods. Gruet produces several sparkling wines, primarily Pinot noir- and Chardonnay-based, making it ideal for blending into inventive cocktails. The Gruet Demi Sec for example is fresh and delicate on the palate with delightful peach notes. Its apple finish is earthy, crisp, and slightly sweet. Perfect for summer picnics in the garden, or for a Bleeding Heart cocktail (recipe found below).

Daniel Gutierrez, tasting room manager for Gruet Winery Santa Fe, and bartender Noemi Leon worked together previously at Hotel Chaco. During this time, they discovered that they shared similar flavor profiles and perspectives when it came to crafting cocktails and pairing them with food: a collaboration was born.

Daniel Gutierrez, tasting room manager for Gruet Winery Santa Fe, and bartender Noemi Leon

The two aimed to showcase for TABLE readers the rich flavors of Gruet’s wines, which can be enjoyed on their own or paired with other ingredients for increased versatility year-round. To enhance the brioche and fruit notes already present in Gruet’s sparkling wines, the team introduced herbs into the mix. Inspired by her Hispanic heritage, Noemi added tea to provide a comforting touch. Seasonality played a key role in the creation of the cocktails, with ginger or pear infused for cozy indoor days and lemon sorbet to refresh the palate on hot days. Finally, a delicious and herbaceous cocktail serves as the perfect finale to a meal during a monsoon rain.

Bleeding Heart cocktail with grapefruit twist and red Gerbera petals garnish

Bleeding Heart Recipe

INGREDIENTS

Edible shimmer glitter
¾ oz grapefruit juice
1 oz Campari
1 ½ oz blood orange soda
Splash of soda water
5 oz Gruet Demi Sec
Long grapefruit twist for garnish
Red gerbera petals for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Quickly combine the shimmer, grapefruit juice, and Campari in a shaker. Fine-strain the liquid into a bar pitcher and pour in the sodas.
  2. Then pour the mixture into a glass and top with the Gruet Demi Sec.
  3. Stir lightly, add ice, garnish with a long grapefruit twist and red Gerbera petals and enjoy.

Rainy Day Bubbles cocktail with lemon twist and thyme bundle garnish

Rainy Day Bubbles Recipe

INGREDIENTS

½ oz honey simple syrup
3-4 fresh thyme sprigs
½ oz fresh lemon juice
¾ oz honey liqueur
1 ½ oz pear juice
4 oz Gruet Brut
Long spiral lemon twist for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. In a cocktail shaker, add honey simple syrup, and fresh thyme. Muddle, then add lemon, honey liqueur, pear juice, and shake.
  2. Fine-strain into a champagne flute and top with Gruet Brut — stir lightly.
  3. Garnish with a long spiral lemon twist and a clipped thyme bundle.

Secret in the Garden cocktail with lemon sorbet and lavender garnish

Secret in the Garden Recipe

INGREDIENTS

½ oz lavender simple syrup
1 ½ oz Earl Grey tea
1 large scoop of lemon sorbet
Ice
3 oz Gruet Blanc de Noir
Lavender sprigs and petal float for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine lavender simple syrup, Earl Grey tea, and a large scoop of lemon sorbet.
  2. Add ice, shake, then strain into serving pitcher.
  3. Add the Gruet Blanc de Noir, stir lightly, and pour into a coupe glass. Garnish with lavender springs and petal float.

Papillon Royale cocktail with butterfly pea blossom extract and mint garnish

Papillon Royale Recipe

INGREDIENTS

4 mint leaves
¾ oz fresh lemon juice
1 oz ginger liqueur
3-4 drops of butterfly pea blossom extract
Ice
5 oz Gruet Deux sparkling wine
Edible butterfly toppers sugared to the glass for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. In a cocktail shaker, add the mint and dry-muddle.
  2. Add lemon juice, ginger liqueur, butterfly pea blossom, and ice. Shake. Strain into a champagne flute.
  3. op with Gruet Deux, stir lightly, and garnish with edible butterfly toppers sugared to the glass.

Story by Gabe Gomez / Photography by Gabriella Marks / Styling by Alex Hanna

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Niçoise Salad with Creamy Avocado‑Dill Dressing

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It’s impossible to be in a bad mood while eating a Niçoise salad, especially one with an avocado dressing. The flavors and textures (briny, salty, creamy) fly off the plate with this recipe and will assuredly keep you happy.

What is a Nicoise Salad?

A Niçoise Salad (pronounced “nee-SWAHZ”) is a classic French salad originating from the city of Nice. It’s renowned for its vibrant presentation and fresh, Mediterranean flavors. While variations exist, a traditional salad typically features a bed of crisp greens (often lettuce), topped with a colorful array of fresh or lightly cooked vegetables like ripe tomatoes, blanched green beans, boiled potatoes, and sometimes bell peppers. The key protein components usually include oil-packed tuna (canned or jarred, not fresh seared tuna in the classic version) and hard-boiled eggs. The salad is often finished with briny Niçoise olives, capers, and dressed simply with a vinaigrette.

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Niçoise Salad with Creamy Avocado Dill Dressing

  • Author: Anna Franklin
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Description

Avocado and dill just belong together.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 head butter lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 eggs, hard-boiled and cut to preferred size
  • 4 oz. canned tuna, drained
  • ¼ cup assorted olives
  • ¼ cup radish, sliced
  • ½ avocado, pitted and sliced
  • 1 mini cucumber, sliced
  • ½ cup mini potatoes, boiled and cooled’
  • ¼ red onion, sliced thinly
  • 1 cup green beans, boiled and blanched
  • ¼ cup fresh dill sprigs for garnish

For the dressing:

  • ½ avocado
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
  • 1–2 tbsp. water
  • ¼ cup fresh dill
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Add all of the dressing ingredients to a blender and mix until everything is smooth. If the dressing is a little thick, add more water to adjust the consistency.
  2. Arrange all of your salad ingredients in a large bowl and toss with the dressing a few minutes before serving. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt.

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Winter Power Bowl

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A bowl of sausage, apple sticks, butternut squash, and walnuts with a spoon in it, all laid against a blueish wood table.

When it’s cold, and the sun sets before the workday ends, it can be hard to muster the much-needed energy to get through the entire day. By combining select power foods, you can create a meal that gives you that little extra boost and puts some pep back in your step. This Winter Power Bowl makes use of fresh butternut squash, apple fennel sausage, and walnuts for a hearty dose of protein and plenty of nutritional value. Prepare this bowl for lunch, and you’ll be ready to tackle whatever comes your way.

When is Butternut Squash in Season?

Butternut squash is typically in season from late summer to early winter. The ideal time to harvest butternut squash is when the rind is hard and the stem is dry. As the weather cools, the sweetness of the squash intensifies, making it a perfect ingredient for fall and winter dishes. Hence, the reason it works so well in our Winter Power Bowl recipe. You can discover fresh butternut squash at your local grocery store or by taking a trip to the farmer’s market. We personally recommend farm-fresh squash for the most flavorful and tender option.

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Winter Power Bowl

  • Author: Anna Franklin
  • Yield: Serves 4
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Description

This bowl has enough nutrients to keep you moving all day long!

Ingredients

Scale

For the butternut squash puree:

  • 1 butternut squash
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp salt

For the bowl:

  • 1 lb apple fennel sausage
  • 1 honeycrisp apple, cut apple into match stick pieces
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, roasted
  • 5–10 fresh sage leaves
  • Hot honey for garnish

Instructions

  1. Peel and cut the butternut squash into large pieces. Add to a sauce pot and simmer with water, butter, cream, honey, and salt. Simmer until the butternut squash is fork tender.
  2. Using a stick blender, blend together the butternut squash mixture until it is a thick and smooth puree. Set aside.
  3. In a skillet, add a few drizzles of olive oil and heat over a medium-high flame. Add the sage leaves and cook until crispy. Set aside on a paper towel.
  4. Remove the casing from the sausage links and add into the same skillet that you used to cook the sage in. Using a spatula, break up the sausage into bite sized crumbles, and cook until brown and crispy and cooked all the way through. Remove and set aside.
  5. Add butternut squash puree to serving bowls and top with cooked sausage, apple, walnuts, crispy sage and a drizzle of hot honey. Serve.

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Mediterranean Stew

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A bowl full of a tomato based Mediterranean Stew with carrots, kale, and beans throughout on top of a wooden table beside a golden spoon.

This Mediterranean Stew makes substantial use of farm-grown vegetables, homemade marinara sauce, and plenty of seasonings. January puts is in the mood for a month of health and wellness to start off the New Year. Lose yourself in the comforting flavors of cannellini beans, carrots, tomatoes, onion, and kale. It’s a warm dish that’s perfect to hide away from the winter weather as you curl up with a classic novel or a glass of wine.

Why Try a Mediterranean Diet?

The “Mediterrenean diet” refers to a way of eating inspired by the cuisines of Italy, southern France, Greece, Portugal, and Spain. Many of us Americans envy those cultures’ abilities to savor meals without eating tons of processed food. Some of the principles of the Mediterranean diet involve incorporating more vegetables, eating less meat, and replacing salt with herbs and spices. It’s rich in healthy fats, especially from olive oil, nuts, and fish, which can lower the risk of heart disease. While it is a diet, it’s more about mindset and habits than it is about specific weight or food goals. This soup lines up with the ingredients and principles of this focus on the slower pace of life and health and wellbeing.

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A bowl full of a tomato based Mediterranean Stew with carrots, kale, and beans throughout on top of a wooden table beside a golden spoon.

Mediterranean Stew

  • Author: Anna Franklin
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Description

Who says the Mediterranean diet is just for sunny days?

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 medium sized carrots, cut into slices
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 small shallot, minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
  • 1 jar Tomato Bruschetta (We used Tait Farm)
  • 2 quarts vegetable broth
  • 1 jar Marinara sauce
  • 1 can cannellini beans
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 bunch Lacinato kale

Instructions

  1. In a large soup pot add butter, carrots, garlic, onion, shallot, bay leaves, rosemary, and thyme. Cook for a few minutes letting the carrots and onion brown slightly.
  2. Add vegetable broth, tomato bruschetta, marinara sauce, and cannellini beans. Simmer for roughly 1 hour, making sure the carrots are cooked through.
  3. Add chopped kale and basil and simmer just until wilted. Serve.

Notes

Tip: This soup is amazing leftover… maybe even better the next day!

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Recipe and Styling by Anna Franklin
Photography by Dave Bryce

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