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A Productive Weekend

written by Parita 14 Comments

I totally understand that everyone’s definition of what a productive weekend looks like is different.  For me, productivity equals getting s*** done that I normally put off!  So by those standards, this was definitely a productive weekend.

On Friday, I got home from work and started sorting through three loads worth of laundry.  It felt good to get that annoying task out of the way.

Later in the evening, Vishnu and I headed to Andiamo for date night.  Places like this are exactly why people need to get out of South Beach when visiting Miami.  Andiamo is an old car wash converted into a pizza joint.  Most of the seating is outdoor, and it’s first come first serve.  Everything about this place was great – the ambiance, the food, and the service.  We will be back!

We started with beers.  And while I enjoyed my Peroni, Vishnu’s Yuengling Black and Tan surprisingly stole the show.  It was dark, velvety, and smooth.  I’m not a huge beer person, but this beer is something I can get on board with.

Andiamo Beer

Then came our pizza.  Our waitress advised us to split a medium so that’s exactly what we did.  My half was the Portobello (Portobello mushrooms, caramelized onions, sundried tomatoes, goat cheese, and truffle oil), and Vishnu’s was called the Godfather (sausage, meatballs, pepperoni, and a few different veggies).  You guys.  This pizza joint is definitely a top 10 place for a reason.  The crust was thin, flaky, yet substantial.  And the toppings were fresh and used in perfect proportions.  I was in heaven!

Date night success!

Andiamo Pizza

On Saturday, I literally cleaned every nook and cranny of our apartment.  Aside from the usual vacuuming and bathroom cleaning, I emptied and reorganized every closet, cabinet, and drawer in our apartment.  I know it doesn’t sound like a lot of fun, but I’m definitely someone who likes to cleanse and get rid of things every so often.  For three hours, I was in my own little zen zone.

Later in the evening I set out to make almond butter…my first time!  I followed Brittany’s recipe, and it turned out great.  It does take some patience though, as it takes ~15 minutes to get the almonds to a buttery consistency.

Almond butter

Now I know it’s not almond butter I don’t like…it’s store bought almond butter.  The homemade stuff is good – loved the addition of coconut oil and maple syrup.

And finally on Sunday I spent a few hours in the afternoon baking up a storm.  My sister is currently in the middle of studying for her medical board exam, and I told her I would send her a bunch of snacks to get her through the next few weeks.

Aeks package

In a few days, my sis will open a package including chocolate chip zucchini muffins, almond meal chocolate chip cookies, maple walnut granola, and protein granola bars.  Hope she loves it all!

And in true Parita fashion, I ended my productive weekend with a bit of relaxation…coffee with a girlfriend!

Hope you had a great weekend doing whatever it is that makes you happy!

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Written on June 2, 2014 Related:Life, Restaurant, Weekend

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  1. Khushboo says

    June 2, 2014 at 7:06 am

    Sounds like a productive weekend, indeed! Your sister is one lucky girl- so much deliciousness coming her way! My weekend was spent getting set for a few mini getaways (Scotland & Paris) that I have planned, especially in terms of work. It feels good to be ahead of the game and not have to worry about it too much while I’m away! Happy Monday, P!

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    • myinnershakti says

      June 3, 2014 at 10:05 pm

      Lucky duck! Those side trips sound like so much fun. 🙂 Can’t wait to read about them!

      Reply
  2. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

    June 2, 2014 at 7:32 am

    Can I just say I love how you include Vishnu’s eats…my inner meat eater loves it.

    3 loads of washing on a FRIDAY night? Come over. I’ll pay you in oatmeal pudding.

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    • myinnershakti says

      June 3, 2014 at 10:04 pm

      Haha – I can’t omit my other half!

      Reply
  3. Shashi @ RunninSrilankan says

    June 2, 2014 at 7:46 am

    You are such a wonderful sister! If you will adopt me as yours, I will seriously think about going back to college for a 2nd masters just so I can get a package filled with “chocolate chip zucchini muffins, almond meal chocolate chip cookies, maple walnut granola, and protein granola bars” – deal?
    Shashi @ RunninSrilankan recently posted…World Cup Menu Sampling @ Pub 71 ~ An Atlanta Food Blogger Society SpecialMy Profile

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    • myinnershakti says

      June 3, 2014 at 10:04 pm

      Haha! I try. 🙂

      And if you go back to school, let me know. You’ll get a care package ASAP!

      Reply
  4. Davida @ The Healthy Maven says

    June 2, 2014 at 8:21 am

    almond butter totally takes forever and all 15 minutes you live in fear of breaking your food processor, but it is SO worth it!
    Davida @ The Healthy Maven recently posted…My Summer 2014 Bucket ListMy Profile

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    • myinnershakti says

      June 3, 2014 at 10:03 pm

      I really thought my Blendtec was going to fall apart. No such thing happened…thank goodness!

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  5. Tara says

    June 2, 2014 at 1:11 pm

    Yay for productivity! I am so proud of myself when I can get through 3 errands in a weekend. You have me beat by far!
    Tara recently posted…Dine On Time Launch!My Profile

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    • myinnershakti says

      June 3, 2014 at 10:03 pm

      I read your blog! You’re pretty productive!

      Reply
  6. Brittany (Healthy Slice of Life) says

    June 2, 2014 at 4:32 pm

    Oh my gosh, that pizza!! Now I’m hungry (what’s new ;)). SO glad the almond butter turned out well for you!
    Brittany (Healthy Slice of Life) recently posted…How I Clean Leafy GreensMy Profile

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    • myinnershakti says

      June 3, 2014 at 10:03 pm

      It was delicious! Thanks for the recipe. 🙂

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  1. Girls’ Weekend in Miami Done Right - My Inner Shakti says:
    August 20, 2014 at 10:22 am

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    August 25, 2014 at 6:01 am

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