NEW REPORT: Pasta DOESN'T Make You Fat!! (Cue the Cheers!!)

Here at HML, we've been chompin at the bit to find someone, ANYONE with even a wee bit of authority to announce to the world that carbs won't actually kill ya. That day is finally here!  And not just anyone is dropping that Bucatini BOMB!  A group of leading scientists in Italy have released a new report saying Pasta DOESN'T actually make you fat...as had been shoved down our throats for as long as we can remember.  In fact, it's down right good for ya!  Thank heavens because noodles somehow sucker their way into 70% of our meals.  Easy to prep, insanely satisfying and now reportedly GOOD FOR YOU - what more can a gal ask for?!  The skinny on eating carbs --- right here! AND read below for your way to win 4 Free Meals from Green Chef!!  http://www.cnbc.com/2016/07/05/pasta-doesnt-make-you-fat-say-italian-scientists.html

And in case you missed it on the podcast, Haute Mom's Life is offering a promotion with GreenChef!!  If you're not familiar, it's a service that basically delivers fresh, organic ingredients weekly to your doorstep.  The pasta above is the Mushroom Kale Linguine we made the other night.  Prep and clean-up is fast and easy and the recipes are seriously gourmet.  

If you're interested in trying it out, visit www.greenchef.com/life and they'll throw in 4 free meals for FREE!!!!  Also, check out our latest episode of HML right here: http://bit.ly/296o7bk

SERVIN UP SOME UP SUMMA THIS- HELLO THURSDAY!!

Parents rejoice!  Today at Haute Mom's Life on podcastone.com we're breaking down everything and we mean EVERY LIL THANG you need to know about your child's social media obsession.  From the good to the bad to the down right ugly, Youtube Powerhouse, Kingsley, stops by to fill us in on how to keep our lil ones safe online.  Plus, the  truth behind making millz as a Youtuber...He shares it all in this super informative, no-holds-barred interview.  It's damn good, tune in to Podcast One or iTunes.  

FOOD ON THE FLY: Tasty Taco Salad

It's not unusual to open the fridge and find not a damn thang to make.  This becomes a serious dilemma when you've got a house full of hungry tummies.  In these all too common instances, we suggest conjuring up the best speedy, tasty, healthy mishmash recipe to satisfy your increasingly cranky brood.  And with that, we bring you our Food On The Fly: The Tasty, Veggie, Taco Salad...In 15 minutes flat!  The so-called "secret" ingredient here is Trader Joe's Peruvian Style Chimichurri Rice with Veggies....The perfect amount of spice, texture, and color. www.traderjoes.com   We've got the freezer stocked with frozen foods like these to help jazz up an otherwise ordinary meal.  

Ideal for cast-iron skillet cooking, we throw on the rice, a tad bit of EVOO and fold in a can of pre-rinsed organic pinto beans.  Let it cook down into the most wonderful, protein-packed mixture of rice and beans.

While that's cooking, mix the following ingredients into a big salad bowl

1 bag Organic Arugula

1 Handful Kalamata Olives

1 Yellow Heirloom Tomato

1 Handful crushed low-fat Blue Corn Tortilla Chips

EVOO -Spray

1 Pinch Salt

A whole lotta pepper

Simply Spoon the desired amount of rice and beans onto the salad.  And top off with a colorful trio of (homemade) guac, sour cream and salsa. 

GIVEAWAY WINNER!

Haute Mommies, if you tuned into Haute Mom's Life at PodcastOne.com or iTunes this week, you know that firecracker mommy and Cute Booty Lounge Designer, Kelly Nishimoto stopped by to chat.  Not only did she offer some pretty kick-ass tips on how to potty-train your babe in no time...she shed light on the real reason our feet actually grow during pregnancy and the implications behind it.  In true Kelly spirit, she also agreed to a SAWWWWEEEEET giveaway for our listeners!  Last night, we crowned one lucky winner two pairs of pants from my Instagram page @adriannacosta ! Lemme tell ya, this is one VERY deserving mom-of-four who's beat all odds by surviving cancer twice!  If in any small way we can help bring a smile to that haute mommy's face, well our job is done!  Stay tuned for more weekly giveaways on the show and check out the rest of our no-holds-barred interview with Miss Fashionista herself, Kelly Nishimoto!!

 http://www.podcastone.com/haute-moms-life-with-adrianna-costa

NAPA: 5 STOPS IN 24 HOURS!

Hautties, you all know I'm a HUGE believer in taking time away...for ourselves, sans kiddies.  Be it a quick 24-hour escape or a 7-day retreat to paradise, it's not a luxury but a true necessity.  It can be as low-budg but effective as a night camping under the stars with your partner OR a fabulous luxe getaway to say, Wine Country!?  We opted for the latter this time and lemme just say, it was EVERYTHING and MORE!  If you're looking for an excuse to disappear, here's HML's advice on how to do it: NAPA: 5 Stops In 24-Hours!

1. STAY: CALISTOGA RANCH - Like no other property on the map, Calistoga offers a top-notch, exclusive vibe deep in the forrest while capturing the nostalgic feel of your favorite childhood family camp.  Think next-level luxury meets rustic cabin in the woods.  Each room is it's own "pod", with a remarkably stunning outdoor living space complete with fireplace and sitting area.  If staying is not an option, at the very least walk the grounds, enjoy a glass of wine and drop by the pool terrace for a bite of the sensational fresh shrimp rolls (makes my mouth water)  www.calistogaranch.com

2. PLAY: STAGLIN WINERY - Staglin offers some of the most delicious wines in the region but what really gets us is their "great wines for great causes" motto.  Since opening, Staglin has donated more than $800 million dollars in charity!  Pretty incredible!  That includes their own fundraiser The Music Festival For Brain Health which raises awareness for mental health in honor of their family member who was diagnosed with Schizophrenia.  Reservations are a must and often hard to land...so get on it asap :) http://www.staglinfamily.com

3. INDULGE: FRENCH LAUNDRY - For some, a trip to Napa means dining first, "wining" second.  And for that, they indulge in Thomas Keller's 3-Star Michelin rated, The French Laundry.  We're fans here simply because they offer a beautifully executed Vegetarian menu for those who'd rather cabbage than caviar but it'll set ya back a few hundos at minimum.  The basic tasting menu (with no add ons or wine) starts at $310  http://www.thomaskeller.com/tfl

4. GRUB: LA LUNA MARKET AND TAQUERIA - An absolute MUST for Mexican-Food worshipers and/or those drinking their way through wine country.  This hidden-gem literally at the back of a convenient-style mart will keep your belly full for a day of "tasting" AND a big fat smile across your face.  The food is traditional, delectable...try it all http://www.lalunamarket.com

5. SHOP: FOOT /CANDY - Alright I'm totally shooting myself in the foot here (pun intended) because we're about to tell you about the BEST...KEPT...SECRET.  If you adore designer shoes, wear a size 7 or 7.5 but can't stomach spending top dollar to line your closet?!  Foot Candy Shoes is your new obsession.  It started when a local winery owner, Perry counted his wife's shoes...500!!!  He realized Carolyn's love for beautiful "foot candy" rivaled his of wine.  They'd travel internationally and find their favorite respective flavors and bring them back to Napa.  So...how do we benefit?! Well, Carolyn has been incredibly generous by selling some of her lightly-worn or never-before-touched high-end heels to us, the public at a deep discount.  Only thing is, all the consignment shoes are a 7 or 7.5  Cha-ching!  What do ya know!?  Just so happens that's my size.  Christian Louboutin, Lanvin, Jimmy Choo...they're all there, and lemme tell ya, it's a sight to see.  I scored these Louboutins for $250...new, they'll set you back around $700!  Yes GIRL Yes!!! www.footcandyshoes.com