http://www.girlonabike.org Just another WordPress weblog Wed, 24 Mar 2010 16:00:30 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Just got back from Aspen Fashion Week and it was a blast! I stayed at the Viceroy Snowmass where I spent almost two weeks indulging in eco luxury and exceptional service. Make sure to stop by K-8 restaurant and try the Loch Duart Salmon, one of the few fish approved ... http://www.girlonabike.org/?p=43 Looking for one-stop shopping and charity? Head to Ghirardelli Square's Lower Plaza and find Helpers Bazaar, an amazing place to shop for everyone on your list including yours truly. Vintage clothing(very eco-conscious!), jewelry, table linens, and art work are just some of the treasures you'll find. Christmas ornaments handmade by ... http://www.girlonabike.org/?p=42   Anyone who has been to Boulettes Larder at the Ferry Building knows that discriminating taste is abound. Their new hand-care for culinary professionals is no exception. With ingredients like organic aloe and lavender, the line is sure to delight any self professed gourmet on your gift list this season. Boulettes ... http://www.girlonabike.org/?p=41 With Thanksgiving already coming, you might still be thinking of what to serve or bring to the table. Here are a few of my favorite recipes that I developed. They are healthier alternatives to the traditional ones, are simple to make and taste great!  Agave Sweetened Cranberry Sauce1 pound fresh organic ... http://www.girlonabike.org/?p=40 Bike to Peet's coffee at the Ferry Building this November and receive $1 off your purchase. How cool is that? If it becomes popular enough, they are considering it for the long term. So get over there and drink up!  http://www.girlonabike.org/?p=39 Gil Penalosa is speaking tonight at the Commonwealth Club. Penalosa transformed Bogota, Columbia with his Ciclovia Project, which opened 70 miles of streets to 1.5 million people each week. He will discuss the positive impact on the environment and economic vitality of cities who adopt similar programs.Come tonight, tickets are ... http://www.girlonabike.org/?p=35 Looks like local S.F. based GAP has something new for the holiday gift list. Check out the new bike at Gap.com. Word on the street (girlonabike headquarters is across the street from Gap HQ) is that friends and family promotion starts today. Happy biking! http://www.girlonabike.org/?p=33 http://www.girlonabike.org/?p=32 I stopped by Pier 17 yesterday and discovered TCHO chocolate. Not only does the chocolate taste great, they say they are the first to make chocolate in San Francisco since Ghirardelli. The factory is located along the Embarcadero waterfront, so it's local flair is appealing. But that's not all, they ... http://www.girlonabike.org/?p=31 1/2 cup old fashioned thick oats ( I like McCanns) 2 tablespoons organic raisins (try Newmans Own) 1/2 teaspoon organic cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon organic allspice 1/2 cup unsweetened organic vanilla soy (I like Westsoy) 1/2 cup waterstevia or agave nectar to tasteBoil water and reduce to medium simmer, add all ingredients and stir occasionally for ... http://www.girlonabike.org/?p=30