My family and I just returned from an unforgettable 12-day road trip to Nova Scotia and Cape Breton Island. To say we loved it would be an understatement! We experienced so many unique and fun adventures, and I just had to share them all with you. Getting There We kicked off our journey by driving 5 hours from our home in Vermont to Bar Harbor, Maine. From there, we boarded the high-speed CAT ferry directly to Yarmouth, NS, with our car in tow. The ferry ride was an experience in itself—spotting whales, enjoying live music, and relaxing with a latte and gelato made it a perfect start to our adventure. Day 1: Yarmouth Arrival We arrived in Yarmouth around 8 PM and spent the night at the Tru by Hilton . I highly recommend it for its free breakfast (and coffee!), nice gym, and indoor pool with a waterslide. Day 2-4: Exploring Mahone Bay & Peggy’s Cove We drove up the coast and discovered the charming town of Mahone Bay. We had a delicious lunch at Oh My Cod and explored th
Don’t laugh, but… Lentils are a girl’s best friend. Hey, I said don’t laugh! 😂 I’m serious. If you have lentils, you can have a super quick summer meal in seconds. And lentils are full of fiber which keeps your weight healthy and your energy up. Like I said…girl’s best friend. This meal is definitely part of my summer rotation. (And I have a feeling it might become one of your favorites, too.) And the best part? The whole thing comes together in 10 minutes. Enjoy! Honey Mustard Lentil Salad (4 servings) 2 tbsps Whole Grain Mustard 2 tbsps Lemon Juice 2 tbsps Honey 1/2 tsp Sea Salt 1/4 cup Shallot (thinly sliced) 2 1/2 cups Lentils (cooked) 3 cups Baby Spinach Directions: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mustard, lemon juice, honey, and salt. Gently toss in the shallots, lentils, and spinach until well incorporated. Divide onto plates and enjoy! Stephanie P.S. Take my free assessment to see the top 3 areas in your life that need some TLC and get to the root of lower belly weigh