I recently joined the Biggest Loser Online-Club and one of the frequent recommendations for breakfast is a waffle with fruit. Since I need to eat Wheat-Free foods, I thought that wasn't going to work and I would stick to my rice puff cereal. However, while I was shopping in The Fresh Fig Shop in Pennington, I saw these Van's Wheat Free waffles. I thought, what the heck, let's give them a try.
The next morning, I put 2 waffles (189 cal, 5 g of fat-0.5 g. sat, 5 g. fiber, 4 g. protein for both) in the toaster oven. I topped them with canned peaches, cinnamon, and just a drizzle of the regular syrup we had in the cabinet. I loved them. They were nice and crisp and light. I haven't had a real waffle in so long so I can't tell you the difference, but I'm sure the wheat free version is not as dense. You can always dress them up with the good fatty/sugary stuff like whipped cream, syrup and butter if you can't give up the entire experience. But try these for a healthy alternative. Your body will thank you.
The Fresh Fig is located on 1 Tree Farm Rd, Pennington, NJ, (609) 737-3447
Lego My Wheat-Free Waffles!
Make a Fortunate Discovery by Accident at Serendipity
I post a lot about boutiques that carry chic accessories, clothing, and more. I've told you about Morning 'til Night, The Front Porch, and Charmed by Claire. If you like any of these stores, you are sure to love Serendipity in Pennington. You may remember it on Main St and wondered where it went. It is on Tree Farm Rd in a bigger location with better parking.
Like its contemporaries, Serendipity carries multiple lines of jewelry, hair accessories, scarves, belts, bags, and now clothes. I bought the white French Connection top to your left in their 50% off sale rack.
In addition to clothing by Free People, French Connection-FCUK & Sweet Pea, you'll find jewelery/accessories by Laura J. Designs, Claire V, Hooven & Hooven, Sherry Tinsman Jewelry, Bryan Mcgriff Pottery, and We've Beaded Designs, just to name a few.
Serendipity is a great place to buy a gift for someone or treat yourself. And be sure to get on their mailing list for sale announcements.
Serendipity, 1 Tree Farm Rd # 101, Pennington, NJ 08534, (609) 737-9904
Happy Birthday Mommy!
MOM DON'T READ THIS POST!
Last month, I stopped into a Pennington shop called The Front Porch to get a jump start on birthday shopping (and make a mental wish list for myself).
There was so much to choose from, but I finally decided on a bracelet that I know I would wear. It's called a Pewter Heart Bangle and I got it for under $30.
For those readers who are not in the Pennington area, I found some similar bracelets based on style and theme(hearts).
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Liz Claiborne, $30
Brighton, $48
BohoFashion, $70
Brighton Inspired, $22.99 
What to buy for your trendy friend or chic mom?
Take a stroll through lovely Pennington and stop in at the Front Porch.
If you like to sample Crabtree & Evelyn, try on trendy and handcrafted jewelry, find colorful prints for the kitchen, or simply meander, then this is your place.
While you're in town, stop over at the Pennington Quality Market for some yummy Bucks County Coffee. My favorite!
Speaking of favorites and speaking of trendy gifts, check out Charmed By Claire's on Main St. in Cranbury.
I am on Claire's gift wish list and my husband knows to look there for ideas. She carries many female designer items. Here are some of designers that Claire carries:
Sylvia Jewelry, Seaglass Collection (FABULOUS HANDBAGS), PUTU bags, Blosson Crown, and OF COURSE...VERA BRADLEY!
