Thursday, July 1, 2021

Summertime Outdoor Favorites + July 4th-Friendly BBQ Recipes

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July 4th is a few days away, and if you're getting together with friends and family this year (phew!), I hope you have a safe, fun, and yummy holiday! Here are just some of my quick picks for dishes to make over the holiday:  Recently, on Instagram, I've been showing a bit more of our outdoor backyard fun! I've really tried to make the most of our outdoor space and I wanted to share some of our favorites so far, in case some of you need some ideas to step up your backyard game:  Those are just some of the things we're loving, currently! 

Have a beautiful July 4th - we're going to spend a lot of it organizing the twins' room (Luca's new bed comes Friday, so we plan on combining Luca and Roma's rooms!) It's supposed to be somewhat of a rainy start to the long weekend, so we figured it was a good time to start! To follow along, check out Instagram.

Ali Maffucci
Founder, Inspiralized

Quote of the week: "Some of the best memories are made in flip-flops." - Kellie Elmore
new in recipes 
Vegan White Bean Niçoise Salad - This vegetarian version of the classic niçoise salad uses roasted white beans and caper to offer a similar seafood flavor and aroma, while staying plant-based. A simple dressing and all the classic niçoise accoutrements make this a satisfying salad for any occasion.
Grilled Baked PotatoesThis simple summertime recipe is 100% plant-based, thanks to @lightlifefoods Plant-Based Ground product, which packs in 10g of plant-based protein per serving and has an ingredient list you can pronounce!
new in lifestyle
Twin Pregnancy Recap: Weeks 21 to 26 With both of my pregnancies (Rom and Luca), I did monthly or every 6-week or so updates during my pregnancy. Since this pregnancy will be slightly shorter (with identical twin pregnancies you're not advised to go past 37 weeks, apparently!) I want to get in some updates! This update will recap week 21 through the end of week 26 (6 weeks!) and then my next update will probably be my last! 
currently loving & reading
  • This skirt with this top makes the cutest summer set! 
  • I get a lot of questions about these cat eye sunnies and I finally found the link! 
  • It's hard to find dresses that aren't too short for pregnancy but aren't too frumpy and long - this dress is the perfect in between and ideal for when you want to look cute and a little sexy, showing some leg (but not too much, ya know?)
  • We're renting a house down the shore in a couple of weeks and I wanted an inflatable pool large enough for the kids to actually enjoy, so I'm excited for this one.
  • I was worried this dress was going to be a bit frumpy, but it's not at all.
  • very cute hat for the summer.
  • Cool shirt to keep the man in your life stylish.
  • I've always searched for the simplest apron, and I think I've found it here.
  • The chicest smock dress I've seen yet, in black.
  • Obsessed with this romper.
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weekly meal plan
 
Welcome to our family's weekly meal plan! 

MONDAY
Lunch: Leftover Chicken Quesadillas (takeout salad for me)
Dinner: Lentil Cakes with Potatoes and Zucchini

TUESDAY
Lunch: Leftover Lentil Cakes 
Dinner: Lemon Roasted Salmon with Orzo, Feta, Roasted Green Beans

WEDNESDAY
Lunch: Veggie Sandwiches with Sweet Potato Fries
Dinner: Grilled Chicken Sausage + Mediterranean Couscous Salad

THURSDAY
Lunch: Meatballs and Pesto Tortellini  
Dinner: Black Bean and Tempeh Stuffed Peppers

FRIDAY
Lunch: Lunch out with the family! 
Dinner: Burger Night with Corn and Baked Beans
what you're making!
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