I’m going to miss Body Pump 72. This final week definitely worked my muscles. My poor mom sliced her thumb while changing the weights on her bar and missed half of the bicep track to go get a band aid. Despite the minor injury, I’m really proud that my mom increased her weight for a few tracks and really fixed her form during the dead lifts and rows. My mom and I both agreed the the instructor Julie makes the class a lot of fun. She’s so positive and energetic!
After working out, my mom and I had time to grab lunch together. I had a bowl of chicken soup.
Plus a grilled cheese.
I snacked on a Z Bar…every flavor is so yummy. I don’t care if it’s a kiddie snack; I love it.
Being a Friend of Harpoon, I attended a tasting of Harpoon Brewery’s new Belgian Pale Ale.
I’m not a true beer aficionado, but I really enjoyed Harpoon’s new release. The Belgian Pale Ale was pleasant to drink, with a slight bitter after taste. It had a nice nose; I could smell cloves, bananas, and even bubble gum.
Along with beer tickets, Harpoon gave everyone a ticket for “pomme frites.” Yum!
After the tasting, my group of friends headed to dinner at St. Alphonzo’s Kitchen in Southie.
We ordered calamari for the table. RI style, fried nice and crispy.
Plus an appetizer known as “The Big Cheese.” A block of mozzarella with house-made marina. We also shared several bottles of Le Croix de Queynac Bordeaux.
I ordered the Chicken Piccata. It came with a side of penne and asparagus. I devoured the pasta and asparagus but saved 1 piece of chicken for later.
By the time I got home, I was still showing my support for Harpoon, but instead of alcohol, I just wanted some “H two Ohhh.”
It was a great Thursday night, drinking at Harpoon and having dinner with friends. Plus after MUCH debate, a summer vacation with friends has been finalized. 
COMMENTS
22 Comments
1. Jessica @ How Sweet
March 5th, 2010 10:28 AM
I looove calamari! It is one of my most favorite appetizers.
2. Lauren @ Eater not a runner
March 5th, 2010 10:36 AM
Love harpoon! looks like a fun night
3. Julie
March 5th, 2010 11:23 AM
A block of cheese smothered in marinara sounds like my kind of app. Dayum.
Where is summer vaca?!
4. Kelly @ Healthy Living With Kelly
March 5th, 2010 11:26 AM
Totally agree…BP 72 is awesome.
5. Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine
March 5th, 2010 12:22 PM
Oh wow, that calamari looks incredible! And I love Z-Bars too
The kiddie packaging just makes them that more fun!
6. Kelly
March 5th, 2010 12:28 PM
Sounds like an awesome Thursday night! I wish I had the energy to go out on Thursday night (or Friday for that matter) haha. I need a job that doesn’t exahuste me soo much!
How do you know which Body pump it is when you go? I don’t remember them mentioning it the one time I went to a class. I gotta get off my butt and go to more!
7. wishful nals
March 5th, 2010 12:34 PM
they’ve been finalized?! i thought we were thinking s. africa?
8. Kristen @ Change of Pace
March 5th, 2010 01:09 PM
I buy my daughter those Z bars (she’s 18 months old) and I always end up inhaling whatever she doesn’t finish haha! I like them better than the regular Clif bars!
Your dinner looks incredible! Who wouldn’t love a block of moz and sauce!
9. Amanda
March 5th, 2010 01:40 PM
I am totally jealous you got to work out with your mom! I love hangin’ out with my mommy. Hope her thumb is okay!
10. Angela @ A Healthy Fit
March 5th, 2010 01:59 PM
Just found your site. Love it and I love cupcakes, well…mostly the frosting.
My hubby and I were just talking about making a trip up to the Harpoon Brewery.
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12. Meghan@traveleatlove
March 5th, 2010 06:02 PM
I want to be a friend of Harpoon! That event looks like so much fun!
13. Becky
March 5th, 2010 07:55 PM
Love the appetizers – I had calamari for the first time a few months ago….sheltered, I know….but its sooo good! Especially with a side of fried cheese!
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15. Melinda
March 6th, 2010 08:51 AM
Looks like a nice ale. I miss microbreweries and stuff like that from Vegas. None of that here. No apps and beer for a Friday night.
16. Gabriela (froyolover)
March 6th, 2010 02:56 PM
Holy Moly!
Delicious eats
I just discovered your blog, and I´m loving it so far!
Have an amazing Saturday, girl!
Brazilian XOXO´s,
Gabriela
17. Heather
March 7th, 2010 05:26 PM
Pump 72 was a lot of fun, but Pump 73 is a goody too! Can’t wait for you to get to see it.
MMMMM, calamari and mmmmm beer. Two ofo my all time faves. lol
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