• My charcuterie platter on board Alaska Airlines
    Keto,  Lunch,  Travel

    Charcuterie at 35,000 feet

    Why settle for some prepackaged airline snack box when you can enjoy a delicious charcuterie tray at 35,000 feet! Sure you could grab a fast food meal from the airport food court, but with a little pre-planning you will be dining in style on your next flight. Does this seem a little over the top? Maybe, but you will thank me when you are eating this while the person across the isle is cracking open their tiny bag of of allergen friendly snacks. Customize your tray with exactly what your traveling heart desires. Food allergies? No problem. You are in complete control of this meal and can cater it to…

  • 10 Essentials for your outdoor adventures
    Guides,  Hiking Adventures,  Hiking Guides,  Oregon,  Travel

    10 Essentials for Hiking and Adventuring

    What are the 10 Essentials for Hiking and Adventuring? The 10 Essentials is a list of items for outdoor adventurers to keep on hand in case of an outdoor emergency. This list originated in the 1930s by The Mountaineers, a Seattle-based adventure group. It contained specific supplies to bring in your pack to increase your odds of survival should an emergency arise. The list included a map, compass, sunglasses and sunscreen, extra clothing, headlamp/flashlight, first-aid supplies, fire starter, matches, knife and extra food. The original list has evolved over the years but the basic systems needed for survival remain an important part of outdoor emergency preparedness. Options for outdoor gear…

  • 10 tips for Eating keto on vacation
    Keto,  Travel

    10 Tips for Eating Keto on Vacation

    If the idea of eating keto on vacation seems overwhelming to you, keep reading. While it may seem a bit daunting to venture away from your normal home routine, let me assure you that with a little planning, you can be successful even on vacation. Here are 10+ tips to help you stay keto on your next vacation: 10 Tips for Eating Keto on Vacation: Decide ahead of time that you will pursue keto foods. When you go into a vacation with a mindset that you will stay keto, you’re already well on your way to success. Think about all the places you plan to go. Visualize what temptations you…

  • Using meal prep containers to prepare keto snacks for traveling
    Keto,  Travel

    Keto Meals When You’re Traveling

    Meal Prep Containers Make Keto Traveling a Cinch For starters…Get these meal prep containers to hold your keto meals on your travel days. They work well whether you are traveling by car or plane, are perfect for kids and adults, can be reused and hold a good amount of food. These containers are easy to rinse out and stack  for storing when not in use. Condiment cups with lids are also useful for packing things like salad dressing, cream cheese and peanut butter or anything else you need contained. They also work great for portion control for things like nuts. I brought mine on our recent flight to Texas and…

  • Keto Egg muffins
    Breakfast,  Keto

    Keto Egg Muffins

    These make-ahead keto egg muffins make a great grab-and-go breakfast or even a mid-day snack. Sometimes it’s nice to change things up a bit. These egg cups make a great alternative to the usual scrambled eggs and bacon keto breakfast. Once you mix together the egg base, you can create any number of different flavor combinations. Just add in your choice of meat, cheese and veggies and bake for a delicious, portable breakfast. Once these egg muffins cool completely, I store in a glass container in the refrigerator. However, if I’m going to be traveling with these, I place them in a plastic ziplock bag and pack in a cooler.…