¿Qué tal tu fin de semana? translates to:
How did your weekend treat you?
Mine was perfecto—filled with fun and food
As always, new discoveries were accrued
On the pumpkin front, I discovered…
-Pumpkin Pie Yogurt
In the mix: 1/2 cup pumpkin, one container plain Greek yogurt, maple syrup, cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice
Actually, a certain birthday girl discovered this a while back, but mi boca hadn’t experienced its wonder ‘til this weekend.
I turned to this in-house pumpkin yogurt mixture to kick an imaginary craving, of sorts.
An imaginary craving? That’d be a craving for something you’ve never actually tasted—but perhaps seen, heard or dreamt of.
In this case, my imaginary craving was for Stonyfield’s new Pumpkin Pie yogurt. I haven’t been able to find it in stores—but I’m not sure I’ll continue looking after tasting this creamy pumpkin bliss. Has anyone tried Stonyfield’s version?
So long as I continue to crave all things pumpkin, this superbly simple snack is sure to become a staple. Sort of like these.
-Also in the way of pumpkin discoveries: Pumpkin Pie Oat Bran
In the mix: 1/2 cup oat bran, 1 cup almond milk, 1/2 cup pumpkin, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon and crushed grahams
Glorious pile of grahams with a necessary “moat” of graham crumbs.
I sort of think oat bran is a better vehicle for absorbing all of the pumpkiny deliciousness than old-fashioned oats. Thoughts?
-Pumpkin Cream Cheese Sushi
In a whole wheat wrap, 3 tbsp. cream cheese, 1/4 cup pumpkin, maple syrup, cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice.
So aesthetically and gastronomically pleasing. Is it just me, or is pretty food always more satisfying?
Another pretty sushi discovery…
-Riceless sushi
(Sorry for the awful pictures; dimly lit restaurants are so inconsiderate of those who photograph their food.)
These were shrimp and avocado and tuna and avocado rolls wrapped in cucumber instead of rice. I’d never heard of this before, but they were so good!
These had much more innards than standard rolls; esto me gusta. Gracias to mi bonita dinner date for the recommendation 
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-Also rediscovered my obsession with seaweed salad
-And discovered—if we put full trust in my waitress—that those jellyfish rumors are false. I’m choosing to take her word.
-And that I like clear soup mucho mejor than miso soup.
-And that almost-empty restaurants allow for unfiltered, usually restaurant-inappropriate dinner conversation.
-And that when you loudly and frequently announce your distaste for chocolate, you will be punished with a weekend’s worth of cravings of this fashion…
Maybe my taste buds are changing?
Sunday delivered some stunning weather, which prompted me to discover that…
-When you are handed a beaming 60 degree weekend afternoon in October, you grab your best friend for a day of Brooklyn meandering.
-You just may discover a secret garden.
-Or the coolest glasses holder ever.
-Or a plethora of vintage cookbooks, some of which may remind you of a graceful blogger.
-You may be tempted to purchase some brassy fall dishware. 
-But you may surprise yourself by exercising extraordinary self-control—and instead purchasing a more practical vintage ring.
-You may receive odd stares for pretending to be a hand model in the middle of a bustling flea market. And for your eccentric nail polish decisions.
-You may encounter an adorable vegan restaurant (with a “Sorry, Carnivores. We’re Open” sign).
-Upon staring into cute vegan restaurant’s window, you may be offered free vegan empanadas.
-And find you have a fabulous fashionista BFF who is willing to pose for an action shot “for the blog.”
-And who will go on to repeatedly proclaim, for the next three blocks, “those were f-ing good.”
Vegan convert?
-We also discovered that when you are in search of hot chocolate and chai—but are too picky about choosing a cafe (deeming every place too crowded, too hippie, too commercial, etc.)—you end up with no hot chocolate, and no chai 
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That was perhaps the only foodie foul of this whole weekend, so I’ll take it.
Hope your weekends were full of delicious discoveries; if they were, por favor, share!
Oh yea, don’t forget to enter my sopa giveaway before Tuesday at midnight EST!
-Sarah
33 Comments
October 26, 2009 at 4:17 pm
I tried the Stoneyfield’s today after not being able to find it either. I really…wasn’t a fan. It sat in front of me for about 20 minutes. However, I usually only eat plain, greek yogurt. I just wasn’t used to the thinner, runnier texture and the taste. I think it may be better to make your own!
October 26, 2009 at 4:54 pm
I can not even handle you with those pumpkin creations, sugarpie! I shall dub you the pumpkin princess — can you dig it?!
October 26, 2009 at 4:55 pm
The stonyfields version isn’t as good as house-made I’ve found
Those pumpkin cream cheese wraps are pure genius
October 26, 2009 at 4:56 pm
The Pumpkin Cream Cheese Sushi–OMG I cant eat gluten or dairy…but if I could, I would RUN to make that.
I have also made plenty of my own raw veggie cuke wraps. Good but the cream cheese action is prob way better
Tomorrow’s post on my blog is my veganized version of your puppy chow. Thanks for the inspiration my friend
xoxo
October 26, 2009 at 5:07 pm
i love your multi polished nails. i’ve only recently discovered oat bran so i’ve yet to have the pumpkin experience – i am excited….
October 26, 2009 at 5:20 pm
The Stonyfield pumpkin yogurt is gross! It tastes like carrots (carrots are in the ingredients, in higher amounts than pumpkin). I only bought it because I am missing my pumpkin + yogurt messes…was very disappointing
Stick with the real deal! Pumpkin sushi sound delish!
That cookbook looks great
October 26, 2009 at 5:29 pm
Pumpkin sushi? I can’t handle the brilliantness of that idea. LOVE IT
October 26, 2009 at 5:44 pm
I love the Kit Kat dessert! When I was little I would dip Kit Kats in my hot chocolate so they would get all melty – mmm, delish!
Free vegan empanadas?! Those sound amazing!! I’m a little bit jealous!
By the way, your comment with the quote from Glee = HILARIOUS! I started laughing all over again when I saw that
October 26, 2009 at 5:47 pm
Ugh, I wish I liked pumpkin so I could try that yogurt.
The cucumber sushi intrigues me! Sounds delish!
Glad you had a good weekend seniorita.
October 26, 2009 at 5:52 pm
Pumpkin sushi needs to be had right hurr!
OK, how did you not partake in the most important event at that vegan restaurant. Did you not see on the sign that it said: All you can drink mimosas $10!!! I’d be ON THAT. Hahaha.
So glad you had a joyous weekend, my little KitKat.
xoxo
October 26, 2009 at 5:56 pm
I adore seaweed salads! I also forget just how much I like it until I try it again….
Those sushi rolls look amazing – both kinds. I wonder if I could make my own cucumber rolls like that??? Doubt it…some things are best left to the pros.
Have a great day!
October 26, 2009 at 6:00 pm
Only you would think up something so genius and delicious looking as pumpkin cream cheese sushi! I wish I had all those ingredients right now!!
What a pretty ring!! I love that style of jewelry!!
October 26, 2009 at 6:35 pm
what a perfect weekend! i love the vintage ring!
October 26, 2009 at 6:37 pm
Pumpkin is heaven. I love seaweed salads
October 26, 2009 at 7:36 pm
Wow, those pumpkin cream cheese rolls look delish!
October 26, 2009 at 8:30 pm
Looks like you had so much fun this weekend! Good friends and good food can NEVER go wrong
October 26, 2009 at 8:35 pm
The cucumber sushi look very yummy. I don’t really like pumpkin so I wouldn’t try a pumpkin yogurt.
October 26, 2009 at 8:44 pm
SO much good healthy food in this post. Just gorgeous. LOVE pumpkin mixed into yogurt- one of my favorite combos in fact. And the Pumpkin Cream Cheese Sushi? Brilliant. Glad you guys had so much fun!
October 26, 2009 at 9:12 pm
woo hooo i’m so honored to be the bonita girl who told you about rice-less sushi…as i sit here and crave it. probably getting it tomorrow night. anyway, we need another din date soon por favor, somewhere in your neck of the woods. or a cooking date? (aka you cook, i eat) that sounds good too. your pick but let’s make it soon!! love youuuu and your blog… keep the posts coming
October 26, 2009 at 9:13 pm
oh and p.s. you know i almost died from the chocolate kit-kat dessert thing, right? hehe
October 26, 2009 at 9:21 pm
WHAT an awesome weekend. you and your chica were quite the b-town hipsters…
i think kyle wants you to come over and bring that pumpkin/cream cheese wrap sushi with you. id go for the vegan dumplings…so feel free to stop by
estoy en acuerdo about the purty food. def tastes bettah when its pleasing on the ojos.
October 26, 2009 at 9:56 pm
Fun post! Your weekend sounded awesome! amazing food too – loved all the sushi variations!
Jem
October 26, 2009 at 10:09 pm
Love the pumpkin-infused meals. Seasonal flavors can’t be beat !
Good times, city life, best friends…perfect weekend. So happy for ya, girl.
October 26, 2009 at 11:21 pm
I’ve tried the Stonyfield – it’s good. But to be honest, I actually like the at-home variation better!
And, I would have to try the oat-bran-pumpkin theory out myself; however, I did notice that this morning, my rolled oats failed to fully absorb the pumpkin flavor, so I think you are on to something.
Finally, were those sushi rolls made my request? Or is that just how that place does them? l love that idea!
Oh, and your Brooklyn meandering photos made me miss the city. Hell, I’d take *any* city
October 27, 2009 at 6:25 am
That ring is beautiful!
October 27, 2009 at 8:13 am
K Pumpkin Pie Oat Bran=love. Looks super amazing. What a fun day with your friend
I want to go to NY NOW! 
October 27, 2009 at 10:09 am
Ooh pretty nails
I’m definitely with you on the cashew babies. I’ve been neglecting the fudgies too!
October 27, 2009 at 11:01 am
girl you are just the pumpkin princesssss!!! i cannot get over all these fab pumpkiny treats- those wraps look like the best creation evvvaaa! and youre making me want to move to brooklyn if my weekends can be as fab as yours
October 27, 2009 at 12:20 pm
Hi Sarah! You had me at Pumpkin Pie Oat Bran! YUMMM I will be trying this very soon!
Thanks for the great post
October 27, 2009 at 12:53 pm
That pumpkin cream cheese sushi is INSANE. I won’t even get into all the other amazing looking foods.
October 27, 2009 at 1:24 pm
I finally found Stoneyfield’s pumpkin pie yog this weekend when I went home to visit my fam. I was tooo excited :O). It was delish! My mum actually thought it was the grossest thing she had ever tasted though, so don’t take my word for it! haha.
- Beth @ http://www.DiningAndDishing.com
October 27, 2009 at 4:57 pm
love love love all those finds – i am in love with all things vintage. you make me laugh. i love you. too fast, too soon?
have a wondrous day!
November 2, 2009 at 3:17 pm
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