Orlando Yelp Event- Sus Hi

I was so excited to get invited to my first Yelp event.  I'd seen several people on twitter commenting on the events they'd been to.  So I quickly RSVP'd YES!  It was for an event at Sus Hi.  It was on the other side of town than where I live but I love sushi so I couldn't wait!  I was nervous about not knowing anyone because I can be shy but I shouldn't have worried!  I sat with these two fabulous gals, Cecille and Carla that I cannot wait to meet another Yelp event.  They were so sweet and I had so much fun!

I arrived at Sus Hi and walked in.

 



















I signed in when I walked in and grabbed some freebies--sunglasses, a keychain, and some chaptick.  I saw the community manager, Colleen, and asked her the process.  She told me you just jump in line and order and it was free!  (There was a tip jar.  I didn't know that it would be free and to bring cash.  I thought it was something you paid for so I only had a few dollars and my card.  Next time I'll know!)

Sus Hi reminds me of a Chipolte or a Subway but for sushi.  Basically, you pick your style, protein and what you want in it.  So much fun!

There are tons of options to choose from!

 


After I ordered my roll, I grabbed a drink--the summer kick.  It was soooo good!

 

 

For the roll I got shrimp tempura, cream cheese, avocado, cucumber, tempura flakes, rice, and then for the outside I got masago and more tempura flakes.  For the sauces I got white sauce and I asked for eel sauce (they called it sweet soy sauce).  The roll was absolutely delicious!  As was the drink!  If I had known to bring some extra cash for tips, I would have gone back for seconds!

Cecille, Carla and I had to get some pics of us!

After the food, they had a contest to see who could open this bottle of Japanese drink that had a marble in it the quickest.  So cool!  They also had a photo booth. 

I really enjoyed Sus Hi!  It's great for picky people who want to know exactly what is in their roll and it's great for people who love to be adventurous and create new things!  I wish that there was one on my side of town!

And I love participating in the Yelp event.  I can't wait to be able to participate in another one!

Fun Run!

On Friday night, I saw a tweet from Erin, from For the love of Disney running, about a Fun Run on Sunday morning.  I knew that she was with a bunch of Disney Social Media Moms so I asked if it was just for them or if anyone could join.  She said she'd check with Ali Vincent and let me know.  Saturday night I found out we were good to go!

We met in the Contemporary lobby at 6:20 am.  We had to get our pre-run pictures in!

Group shot

Me and Ali Vincent (incredibly nice and down to earth.  I LOVED talking races with her!)

We started off at the Contemporary.  We ran a short distance down the street before turning right on the street that takes you to the Ticket and Transportation Center.

Then we went through the Ticket and Transportation Center and through the Polynesian Resort

 

 

We headed off on the path that would take us to the Wedding Pavillion. 

 

I had to get a picture of the place where I got married!

 

 

Then we headed to the Grand Floridian

A couple of people jumped onto the monorail to take it back to the Contemporary and the rest of us ran back.

Back through the Poly.....

Then through the TTC....

And the Contemporary!

This was so much fun!  During training runs, I often push myself so hard that its not fun. This I enjoyed!  I can't wait to do it again!

Weekly Recap- May 6- May 12, 2013

I was hoping to run more this week than I did.  I was hoping for a run on Thursday, but Friday was Mother's Day Tea and I was swamped with trying to get everything done for that before the Yelp event.  And I'm behind on blogging!  I need to do an Everest recap, Yelp event recap, and then a recap of today's fun run!

Monday--softball
Tuesday--3 miles in 30:00 (Mile 1: 9:55, Mile 2: 10:11, Mile 3: 9:56, average pace: 10:00)
Sunday--3.62 miles Fun Run

Total miles this week: 6.62
Total miles in 2013: 160.52
Total miles: 589.37

Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend Medals!

runDisney finally put up a picture of what the medals for the Disneyland races will look like.  (I say "finally" not because they are late--I have no idea when they normally put up the DL medals--but because I have been so excited to see them!)

I love the color on the Dumbo one and am so excited ot have a castle on the half one!  The teacup is adorable!  The 5k medal is cute too, but I won't be getting it.

Then add in this beauty

 

and its going to be a great weekend of medals

 

(now I just can't wait to see what the Glass Slipper Challenge medals will look like!)

Recipe- Ravioli Bianca Bake

Here's another Publix Aprons Recipe that I made.

Ravioli Bianca Bake

 

Ingredients:
~2 cups baby spinach, coarsely chopped
~9 oz cooked chicken breast (about 2 cups), chopped
~4 oz gourmet mushroom blend
~1/4 cup cooked bacon pieces
~8 oz shredded Italian-blend cheese, divided
~1 1/2 cups Alfredo sauce, divided
~1 package chicken and cheese ravioli (8–9 oz)
~1/4 teaspoon pepper         

 

Prep

• Preheat oven to 400°F.
• Chop spinach and chicken into bite-size pieces.

Steps

1. Combine in medium bowl: spinach, chicken, mushrooms, bacon, and 1 cup cheese.
2. Spread 1/2 cup Alfredo sauce in bottom of 2-quart baking dish. Layer one-half of the ravioli, then one-half of the chicken mixture. Repeat all layers (beginning with Alfredo sauce).
3. Top with remaining 1/2 cup Alfredo sauce, remaining 1 cup cheese and sprinkle with pepper; bake 25–30 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Serve.

This was sooo yummy!  I used the already cooked chicken so it was easy to make as well.  The alfredo sauce was Buy One, Get One, so I actually used more than it called for.  And then salad mix were Buy One, Get One too, and since I was getting the spinach, I went ahead and picked up a Caesar mix to go with it (I don't like tomatoes so I didn't make the tomato-artichoke salad that goes along with the recipe).  This one will definitely go in the recipe box!

Weekly Recap- April 29-May 5, 2013

Last night was Expedition Everest Challenge.  This was my third year in a row doing it.  And unfortunately, I think it'll be my last.  I just didn't like how it was done.  Thank goodness for the company I was with.  Because of them, I had an absolute blast!!  I'll post the review this week.

Monday--softball (well, 4 innings.  Then the storm hit and they cancelled the rest of the game)
Tuesday--4.00 miles in 41:47; ran 16 mins then did 2:1s (Mile 1: 9:42, Mile 2: 10:40, Mile 3: 11:11, Mile 4: 10:12, average pace: 10:26)
Saturday: Expedition Everest Challenge-4.75 miles in 1:21:17 (5k portion was 33:51, total time was 1:21:15)

Total miles this week: 8.75
Total miles in 2013: 153.9
Total miles: 582.75

Ready for the Race- Expedition Everest

I helped at the Raw Threads booth this morning.  So much fun!  Then I met Ashley, The Pavement Princess, to get my race packet.  I'm on Team Shake & Bake!  Number 3359 in Corral F.  Here's what we got in our bag.  (well, the Lasting Commemorative card I had voucher for so technically it didn't come in the bag).

I love runDisney races!!  I am addicted to them.  Unfortunately, I DON'T love their unisex tech shirts.  They  just don't fit right!  But hopefully, starting with the 2014 Marathon weekend, they'll be doing gender specific shirts!

Here's the shirt I'm running in from Raw Threads.  So cute!  All white sections on the front and back are glow-in-the-dark.  Perfect for a night race!

 

 

We got a clue in the bag.  I started to fill it out but thought I should leave it in case someone didn't want to see the answer.

 

The race starts at 10:00 and we're meeting at 8:15.  Here's hoping that I don't act silly and sprain my ankle again (although we still got a pretty good result)!  I can't wait!