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Wednesday, September 9th, 2009
If you’re going to be in San Francisco this weekend, I’d love to encourage you all to join us for The Guardsman Inaugural International Open Horseshoe Tournament out at the Golden Gate Park Horseshoe Courts (corner of Stanyan & Fulton) on Saturday, September 12 starting at 11:30 am.
Tickets are $20 and include food and drink — plus Zola will be out there so you can get your fix of Brazilian Superfruit beverages — yum!
To sweeten the deal even more, Zola is offering up four tickets to two lucky winners (2 tickets for each winner). There are a few different ways to enter: 1.) Leave a comment anywhere on the Blender Diaries blog with the word “Horseshoe” before Friday at 12:00 pm PT. 2.) Follow us on Twitter @drinkzola and send us an @reply with the word “Horseshoe” before Friday at 12:00 pm PT 3.) Join our Facebook fan page: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/group.php?gid=44904316076&ref=ts and leave us a wall post with the word “Horseshoe”.
And remember, if you enter, be sure to leave us your email so we can contact you and get you the tickets! Winners will be announced on Friday at 2:00 pm PT.
Hope to see you all there! Happy Horseshoeing!
What’s in your blender today? Email me: drinkzola@gmail.com; Twitter: @drinkzola
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Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009
Today, I received a very kind email and smoothie recipe from Candy Steele, a Zola fan and Blender Diaries reader in Hudson, IA. Candy said she always keeps some Zola Acai Original juice in the freezer as she likes it a little slushy, whether in a smoothie or in a glass!
Here’s Candy’s Perfect Post Bike Ride Smoothie Recipe:
- Blue Bunny Light Yogurt
- One banana
- Zola Acai Original
- Handful of Chia seeds
- Handful of ice
Put all ingredients in a blender and voila!
Candy also sent through a photo of her smoothie ingredients — we need to get her some more Zola, she still has the old bottles! 
Thanks Candy!
What’s in your blender today? Email me: drinkzola@gmail.com; Twitter: @drinkzola
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Tags: acai juice, antioxidant, berry, bike ride, blender, blender diaries, Brazilian Superfruits, Chris Cuvelier, post workout, smoothie recipe, Zola Açaí
Tuesday, September 1st, 2009
I am very proud to announce that the smoothie guy, aka yours truly was featured on page 28 in the August issue of Men’s Fitness in a story about how to make the perfect smoothie. Its a great article that teaches you about proportions, what to buy, tricks of the trade and how to master your blender. It even includes my famous PB&J smoothie recipe.
Check it out and let me know what you think!
What’s in your blender today? Email me: drinkzola@gmail.com; Twitter: @drinkzola.
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Tags: Açaí, berry, Brazilian Superfruits, Chris Cuvelier, In the News, kids smoothies, peanut butter and jelly, recipes, smoothie guy, smoothie recipe, Smoothies, Zola Açaí
Tuesday, September 1st, 2009
I made the kids a special treat last night – banana split smoothies – I’ll admit they are not the healthiest smoothies, but they are so very delicious.
If you’re craving a banana split, why not bring the split to the smoothie? 
Banana Split Smoothie
- 1/4 cup of orange juice
- 4 ripe bananas
- 8 oz. crushed pineapple, drained
- ½ cup strawberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbs of agave or honey
- 3 tbs of yogurt
- 3 heaped tbs of vanilla ice cream
- ***Optional garnish: whipped cream, chocolate syrup
Blend all ingredients with the exception of the garnish until smooth. Pour into large glasses and then add the garnish.
What’s in your blender today? Email me: drinkzola@gmail.com; Twitter @drinkzola.
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Thursday, August 27th, 2009
Nothing says summer quite like a big slice of fresh watermelon. And of course, with all the watermelon lying around the kitchen, I couldn’t help but blend it up!
- 1 – 8 ounce lemon or vanilla yogurt
- 3 cups cubed, seeded watermelon
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 1 tablespoon honey or fruit jam (strawberry or raspberry work well)
- Ice
Blend all ingredients until smooth.
What’s in your blender today? Email me: drinkzola@gmail.com; Twitter @drinkzola
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Tags: Brazilian, fresh fruit recipes, healthy kid drinks, healthy kids, kid recipes, melon, picky kids, recipes, smoothie recipes, summer cooler, summer drinks, summer recipes, summer refreshment, superfood, Superfruit, watermelon, Zola Açaí
Wednesday, August 26th, 2009
I know how difficult it can be to get kids to eat their greens each day, but let’s face it, most of us adults struggle to get our recommended servings each day. And we have so many excuses – not enough time, always on the go, I skip lunch, I skip breakfast – trust me, I’ve tried them all.
Truth is, getting your daily fix of fruits and veggies is easy if you incorporate a green smoothie into your daily routine – here are a few recipe ideas for green smoothies at home or try Zola’s Superfood Smoothie, with 1500mg of green micronutrients such as Spirulina and Chlorella, as a grab and go option.
Sweet Veggie Smoothie Blend:
- 1 cup apple juice
- 1 cup of sliced apple
- 1/4 cup applesauce
- 1/2 cup sliced carrots
- 1/2 cup of cucumber (peeled and sliced)
- 2 cups of ice
- a dash of nutmeg or cinnamon
Blend this vegetable smoothie until smooth.
Greener and Meaner Smoothie
- 1 Carrot (chopped)
- 4 Florets of Broccoli or handful of brussel sprouts (chopped)
- 2 Handfuls of Spinach
- 1 Apple (chopped)
- 2 Oranges (peeled and quartered)
- Orange Juice to dilute
Blend this vegetable smoothie until smooth.
What’s in your blender today? Email me: drinkzola@gmail.com; Twitter @drinkzola.
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Tuesday, August 25th, 2009
People are always asking me about fresh vs. frozen fruit for smoothies – which is better? How much do I use? Should I still use ice? Do I still need to add juice?
First of all, both will work just fine – if you just went to the Farmer’s Market and have a fridge full of fresh fruit goodies, I say blend them up! If you’re a little low on fresh produce, I’d be wiling to bet you have some frozen fruit hiding in your freezer. 
Here are a few best practices for adding the fruit to your smoothies – whether frozen or fresh:
- If you use frozen fruit, you do NOT need ice – the frozen fruit will give it a good consistency and of course, make it cold
- If you use fresh fruit, you will need to lower the juice by 1-2oz and add approx 2-4oz ice to taste. Ice will dilute the flavor a bit, but will add some coldness and thickness
- For frozen fruit smoothies, its best to add the juice first, then the banana, then the frozen fruit. Will help it blend
- For fresh fruit smoothies, its best to add the juice, then the banana and fresh fruit and then the ice. Again, this will help it blend.
Hope this helps!
Email me with any questions or ideas for smoothies at drinkzola@gmail.com; Twitter @drinkzola.
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Tags: blender, Brazil, farmer's market, fresh, fruit, fruity, health, healthy, juice, juicing, natural, recipes, smoothie recipe, Smoothies, strawberries, Superfruit, Zola Açaí
Thursday, August 20th, 2009
When I watch TV, I feel like there’s always a new “ultimate” breakfast sandwich, breakfast burrito or hash brown and egg smorgasbord being advertised at some fast food joint. To join in the trend, I developed a healthier alternative — the Ultimate Breakfast Smoothie — it’s a combination of all my favorite breakfast foods in a blender. 
The Ultimate Breakfast Smoothie
8-10oz Vanilla Soymilk
1 Cup Frozen Banana Chunks
½ Cup Favorite Granola
*Tasty Treat – add 2-3oz peanut butter
What’s in your blender today? Email me: drinkzola@gmail.com; follow me on Twitter: @drinkzola
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Wednesday, August 19th, 2009
I have received a few emails in the past couple of weeks about making smoothies thicker. One of my favorite was from a mom in Englewood, Colorado – it read:
I hear you’re the smoothie guy – can you help me? I’m a busy mom of 3 located in Englewood, Colorado and I have been trying to add smoothies to my diet because they are quick, easy and relatively healthy. Problem is, I can’t seem to make my own at home because I hate and I mean, absolutely detest bananas!! What can I substitute in my smoothies to still give them that thickness they need without using those awful little yellow fruits?
There are a few different ways to add thickness to your smoothies:
- If you like your smoothies really thick, you can cut up bananas into ½ inch pieces and freeze – blend those up
- If you’re like our favorite mom from Englewood, and refuse to let a banana anywhere near your smoothie, try using avocado or even yogurt. You can substitute ½ banana with 2-3 oz yogurt (whatever flavor you want!).
Hope this helps!
Email me with any questions or ideas for smoothies at drinkzola@gmail.com; Twitter @drinkzola.
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Tuesday, August 18th, 2009
There’s nothing that says comfort food more than good old peanut butter and jelly – although mac and cheese is a close contender. If you love PB&J’s you’ll love this smoothie. 
When you sip the last drop, there’s no doubt in my mind you’ll be singing the song too. Come on, you know the words!
Here’s the recipe:
PB&J Smoothie
8-10oz Apple Juice
1 Cup Frozen Strawberries
½ Fresh Banana
2-3oz Peanut Butter
Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth.
What’s in your blender today? Email me drinkzola@gmail.com; Twitter @drinkzola.
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