I am a GlitterBomb of Glory, Hear Me RAWR

Catering Coordinator @Panera Bread wandering feminist Notre Dame Alumna '11 ...where will life take me next? hopefully, somewhere with good food :) Current, delicious obsessions: ~cooking ~tumblr pics ~sunlight ~dark chocolate ~gilmore girls ~frida kahlo ~lady gaga ~coffee/espresso with cinnamon ~red wine ~mexican food ~ZUMBA ~stars and moon ~writing lists ~delicious lazy mornings ~driving ~adventure seeking

[senoritaverde]

My Chef Instructor right before he tasted our food today. On the menu: ▪braised short ribs▪creamy polenta▪roasted root vegetables▪braised fennel with tomatoes▪#proud2bcia (at The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone)

[senoritaverde]

These past few weeks have been all about the culinary foundations.. STOCKS, BROTHS, SOUPS & clarified butter. This French Onion Soup {a hearty broth} & a beef vegetable soup {a clear broth}. .. SWIPE RIGHT➡️➡️ to see more of the caramelization process.. from a science standpoint the chemical reaction of sugar in the onions turning into amino acids gives this classic soup that savory unami flavor and a thicker body in the soup. .. We started to have tastings in class, which has been fun and I am working on perfecting my knife cuts. Apparently I have been holding my knife wrong this while time..so I had to make some adjustments. These next few weeks I want to focus on this precision.

[senoritaverde]

Day 1 of {paid} Intro to Master Sommelier Course. #foodindustrylife

[tropicallylina]

Mondays are all about getting those greens in for an energy-full week 🍃🍚🌿✨ Dinner tonight was sautéed garlicky broccoli and peas with lots of spices, served with fluffy lemon basmati rice, alfalfa sprouts, sliced avocado and a sprinkle of cracked black pepper, paprika and fresh squeezed lemon. This is so simple and so delicious! Not to mention, loaded with plant protein! 🌟 RAD lil’ Fact: 1 cup of broccoli has 2.5g of protein, and 1 cup of peas has 8g of protein!💪🏼🌱 #letscookvegan #glutenfree #avomonday

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Cooking Colorful Mexican-American Recipes with @chicanoeats

To see more of Esteban’s recipes, follow @chicanoeats on Instagram.

“Most of my memories revolve around really good food,” says Esteban Castillo (@chicanoeats), the Southern California-based blogger and cook behind the bold colors and flavorful recipes of Chicano Eats. After growing up in Los Angeles in a Mexican-American family, Esteban studied graphic design in college, a skill which prompted him to re-examine the way other Americans looked at Mexican food. “Here in the US, people think it’s just tacos and burritos, street food,” he says. Inspired by German-American artist Josef Albers’ work with monochromatic colors, Esteban began experimenting with placing his dishes — everything from Cara Cara orange mezcal sours to pulled pork sliders to coconut café de olla popsicles — against similarly colored backdrops. “By putting Mexican food in this minimalist, colorful setting, it just puts the spotlight on the food,” he says. While some of Esteban’s recipes are traditional Mexican, others are a fusion, a nod to both his heritage and his upbringing in one dish. “Honestly,” he says, “I can’t even distinguish between what’s Mexican and what’s American anymore.”

[senoritaverde]

This summer, I'm going to rock a bikini at the beach and feel confident doing so! I have always wanted to own a bikini collection (I even wrote it down as one of my main reasons for losing weight! clearly different priorities). But, this year, I really think could be the year that it actually happens. I need to get focused, prepare and plan! I will share with you all my workout plan and balanced meal plan and prep as part of my accountability. My goal is to lose 35 lbs and keep it off, then I will reach my goal weight!!! I can do this.. I have failed so many times (which might seem like a bad thing), but in those failures, I've learned so many lessons about myself and my health. NOW is the time, to really get serious and {fearlessly} ACT according to my goals. 3 months. 90 days. And it will be Summer 2017! Are you ready? Do you want to feel confident and strong this summer? Are you tired of giving up on yourself? Join me as we crush our health goals TOGETHER!! I am looking for 5 individuals who are serious about committing to their health this year!! Even if you have a billion excuses why you think you can't.. YOU CAN...and I will show you how! Flexible & Fun 30 minute WORKOUTS (even if you just do a few a week), clean(ish) and customized MEAL PLANS, convenient & tasty SUPERFOODS to keep you on track AND ME as your coach and SUCCESS PARTNER!! There is an even an opportunity to earn some money and PRIZES! PLUS... I am giving away $20 Target or Amazon Giftcards to ANYONE who commits and registers by the end of February! Don't stop yourself before you even start or else you will never achieve anything, really! So, let's do this.. Email, comment, or even like this photo and I will contact you so we can start working on YOUR gameplan! [email protected] And I hope to hear from you soon! . . . #selflove #transformationtuesday #workout #foodie #catmom #winelover #coffeeaddict #ownyourfierce #empoweringwomen #youcandoit #weightlosswednesday #weightwatchers #bbg #tiu #ww #strong #california #radicalselflove #stronginsideandout #summer2017

[senoritaverde]

IF YOU ARE WAITING FOR SOMEONE TO CHANGE YOUR LIFE, LOOK IN THE MIRROR! Join me for a life-changing 21 Days, where we will tap into our inner strength & not only push for our dreams, but also become our own positive inspirations. It is time to get rid of our excuses and start loving ourselves the way we deserve! I will be sharing not only fitness and health tips, but also we will be focusing on radical self love & how personal development has made a difference in my health journey and life! All while eating some really good food! Also, if you have been hesitant in trying out a new workout, like a dance cardio or a yoga program, or a MMA style kickboxing routine…NOW is the time jump outside of your comfort zone with the support of the group!! This is not an ordinary 21 day quick fix program; this is a 21 day kickstart to healthier habits and a positive lifestyle! If you are interested, drop your email below or message me your email! . . . . . . #selflove #motivation #inspiration #workout #eatclean #weightlossjourney #ownyourfierce #empoweringwomen #youcandoit #fitmoms #tiu #bbg #chocolatelovers #wineaddict #foodie #coffeeaddict #weightlosschallenge #weightwatchers #girlsthatlift #strong #socal #california #radicalselflove #positivevibes #positive #stronginsideandout #nevergiveup #2017 #love #noexcuses

[senoritaverde]

IF YOU ARE WAITING FOR SOMEONE TO CHANGE YOUR LIFE, LOOK IN THE MIRROR! Join me for a life-changing 21 Days, where we will tap into our inner strength & not only push for our dreams, but also become our own positive inspirations. It is time to get rid of our excuses and start loving ourselves the way we deserve! I will be sharing not only fitness and health tips, but also we will be focusing on radical self love & how personal development has made a difference in my health journey and life! All while eating some really good food! Also, if you have been hesitant in trying out a new workout, like a dance cardio or a yoga program, or a MMA style kickboxing routine…NOW is the time jump outside of your comfort zone with the support of the group!! This is not an ordinary 21 day quick fix program; this is a 21 day kickstart to healthier habits and a positive lifestyle! If you are interested, drop your email below or message me your email! . . . . . . #selflove #motivation #inspiration #workout #eatclean #weightlossjourney #ownyourfierce #empoweringwomen #youcandoit #fitmoms #tiu #bbg #chocolatelovers #wineaddict #foodie #coffeeaddict #weightlosschallenge #weightwatchers #girlsthatlift #strong #socal #california #radicalselflove #positivevibes #positive #stronginsideandout #nevergiveup #2017 #love #noexcuses

[senoritaverde]

Sunday morning. Clean. Detoxifying. Delicious. Unprocessed. Gluten-free. Blueberry and pomegranate oatmeal muffins with a quick almond agave glaze with a touch of cinnamon. Sorry Malbec..none for you!! And don't feel bad, he doesn't even like sweets! -- Want the recipe and more like this? Join me for my team and I on Jan. 23 as we cut the crap out of our diets for 7 days and fuel ourselves with yummy superfoods!! Comment below for more info!! **Must not already have a coach or be one! #feedyourresolution #cleaneating #eatclean #weightwatchers #tiuteam #bbg #beachbody #detox #cleanse #superfoods #shakeology #girlswhocancook #glutenfree #carbs #foodie #healthy #radicalsellove

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[jet1282]

[senoritaverde]

At any given moment you have the power to say "This is not how my story will end." This is not how my story will end!💕👊 #transformationtuesday #radicalselflove

[senoritaverde]

#goaldigger #weekendwarrior

[senoritaverde]

Dirty 30...IT DOESN'T GET ANY EASIER, YOU JUST GET STRONGER! (story of my life). -- Like if you got your Workout in today!! What did you do? -- . . . . . . #holislay #holidayhustle #21dayfix #motivation #inspiration #workout #eatclean #weightlossjourney #ownyourfierce #empoweringwomen #youcandoit #fitmoms #healthybody #weightlosschallenge #healthylifestyle #weightwatchers #womensfitness #wahm #sahm #girlsthatlift #strong #socal #california #radicalselflove #stronginsideandout #nevergiveup #holiday #homefit #noexcuses

[senoritaverde]

🦃Thanksgiving weekend is coming to an end🦃 ..dont miss out on my Instagram giveaway!! I have gathered some fun #selflove products to use throughout the holidays and keep you motivated! It is the Glitterbomb Gratitude Giveaway!!! 💥💣👊🤗 How to win: 💙Repost this picture and tag 3 of your fitness loving friends! 💜Winner must be following me on IG 💗Make sure to mention me @glitterbomb.endorphins_n_carbs (so I know you've entered the contest) 💚Use the hashtag #glitterbombgiveaway **Must not be a Beachbody coach or already have one Winner will be announced at random tomorrow!! ♥🙄♥😆♥ #giveaway #contest #thanksgiving #blackfriday #vacation #free #motivation #transformationtuesday #tacotuesday

[senoritaverde]

We must always keep fighting and never quit. Pause if necessary but continue on whatever fight we are battling. 💕💕 Sending Positive vibes today!!! Let's try to make a positive impact no matter how we are feeling.

[senoritaverde]

Tried strawberry banana shakeology this morning. 🍓🍌👌 I've been kind of off track the past few days ..emotionally, mentally, physically. I feel like it's one step forward, 3 steps back 😐 I feel like I am trying and then sometimes honestly I am not sure if I am trying hard enough..if I am giving 110%...but I feel so emotionally tired!! Gahh 😥 So this month I am going to try some new things out....I will be starting Core de Force, but I have decided to treat it as a mental fitness program instead of a means for me losing weight. My abs aren't where I want them to be ..and my weightloss is super slow...but I think this is because I I have a lot of mental blocks that I need to FIGHT through. 👊 First step...NUTRTION and I am starting it off with the superfood #Shakeology!!! I already feel more energetic as I am writing this (long) post! 🤗💥💖 If you guys have gotten off track or simply need a starting point, THIS is it! I was a skeptic at first, especially with the price. But, after receiving a free sample from Beachbody and not only tasting how delicious it was BUT ALSO seeing how it impacted me, I was hooked! 😋 HOWEVER. Until YOU try it and feel the difference it can make for YOU, you'll remain a skeptic like I was. 🤔 So...to give you all a chance to try it without spending money on a full bag (of something which you may or may not like), I am hosting a 7 day Challenge for it..with a chance to win some $$$. 😆 If you want more info, drop your email below and I will send you the details!