Savoring Summer

by Cascade Ice on August 27, 2015

Although the kids are all getting back into their school groove, we are not ready to say goodbye to summer yet! In many areas, the summer weather is still lingering, and with that we have come up with a few new beachy recipes to help you savor the last bits of summer.

Coco-Rita

Start with 2 margarita or tumbler glasses and fill them with equal amounts of ice. Next, fill a cocktail shaker with 3 oz. Cascade Ice Coconut, 3 oz. Cascade Ice Coconut Pineapple and 2 oz. of your favorite Tequila. Put the top on the shaker and shake for ten seconds. Pour the mix into your ice-filled glasses, garnish with a chunk of pineapple and a little umbrella, relax and enjoy!

Rum Shaker

Fill two tall glasses with ice. Then combine a splash of grenadine, 2 oz. Cascade Ice Peach Mango, 1 oz. orange juice and  2 oz. of coconut rum into each glass. Garnish each with a cherry or two and get movin’!

If you try our recipes, feel free to let us know what you thought or post a picture of it to our Facebook page! Make sure to visit CascadeIceWater.com to view our entire flavor lineup and to find state availability. Cascade Ice has opportunities to win free samples on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram – so make sure to follow us on social media!

Get Back-to-School Ready with Cascade Ice!

by Cascade Ice on August 13, 2015

With much anticipation, it’s already that time of year – back to school! As your kids anxiously await their first day of school, we know you may be bustling around stores stocking up on new clothes, school supplies and lunchbox essentials. Between helping your kids with their science fair projects and attending football games, the school year can be hectic. That’s where Cascade Ice has you covered! Back-to-school is the perfect opportunity for our sparkling water to keep your kids happy and healthy! You’ll for sure want to stock up on Cascade Ice with our great tips for lunchboxes and afternoon snacks.

Lunchbox Necessities

When packing lunches, your children may have unique preferences. Whether they like their sandwiches sliced down the middle or into triangles, with or without crust, there is one thing all of your kids will agree must be in their lunchbox– Cascade Ice!

We like to ensure when packing lunches for our kiddos that they have a well balanced, healthy lunch so they won’t be forced to make swaps around the lunchroom. Our favorite is to pair a wholesome sandwich such as this chicken B.L.T. with fresh fruit and an all-natural granola bar. Our 7 oz. bottles of Cascade Ice fit perfectly into lunchboxes and are a fun way to top off a great lunch!

After-School Snack Attack

When your kids get home from school, they’ll probably need to refuel with a snack before getting started on their homework. You can prepare a snack that your children will be sure to love, without sacrificing the healthy nutrients all growing kids need. It’s as simple as slicing up an apple and serving it with all-natural peanut butter or pairing fresh mozzarella slices with grapes. Add in it a refreshing Cascade Ice sparkling water like this McIntosh Apple flavor, and they will be all set!

Whether your kids are starting school for the first time or transitioning to a new school, they will appreciate your hand-packed lunches and will look forward to afternoon snack times paired with Cascade Ice. We hope these helpful pointers will inspire you to make this the best school year yet!

If you try our recipes, feel free to let us know what you thought or post a picture of it to our Facebook page! Make sure to visit CascadeIceWater.com to view our entire flavor lineup and to find state availability. Cascade Ice has opportunities to win free samples on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram – so make sure to follow us on social media!

Kickin’ It with Review Blogger Jeanna of Momma’s Bacon!

by Cascade Ice on August 6, 2015

This week we are kickin’ it with mom of two, analyst and review blogger, Jeanna, of Momma’s Bacon. We are so excited to have had the chance to talk with her, and we just had to share her insights with you. Make sure to look for the links at the bottom to connect with Jeanna and her blog!

Why is “Healthy Living” important to you?

Your health is the most important thing!  I thought I was living healthy until I had a big wake-up call in 2013 when I was pregnant with my youngest daughter and was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. I was not overweight – and even had trouble gaining weight – so it was a huge lesson that just because you may ‘look healthy’, you may not necessarily be healthy. I immediately began to make healthier choices which meant cutting out sugar and limiting carbs (which was a huge factor) and making sure to get some yoga and walking in daily. Looking back, learning how my food choices affected my blood sugar was a blessing in disguise.

Who are your “Healthy Living” role models and why?

I am inspired by many fitness bloggers who keep me on track with frequent posts about being healthy. I love following Carla Birnberg who mixes in lovely posts about life, family and fitness.

What is your go-to healthy meal when you are short on time?

I always keep a protein shake handy in my refrigerator and have my shelves stocked with protein bars. I used to have a bad habit of skipping meals when I was in a hurry and I have learned that you have to fuel your body to keep from burning out.

Do you have any tips for families who want to make some healthy lifestyle changes?

Make healthy lifestyle changes together!  Cutting out sugary drinks and unnecessary carbs was a huge life changer for me but it was having my husband take the healthy journey with me made it so much easier. I also like to have a sweet healthy treat every day to curb my sweet tooth.  Things like berries and smoothies are a great way to not reach for candy.

Are there any foods that you consider to be off-limits completely?

I try very hard to only eat whole foods. I read labels to make sure ‘artificial’ isn’t there. I am a believer in ‘all things in moderation’, but I do make the healthiest choices possible when it comes to things like eating and snacking.

In addition to eating right, do you have any other tips to share on overall wellness (i.e. sleep, relaxation techniques, fitness routines)?

I have been a big fan of Hatha yoga since 2009 and I enjoy taking daily walks.  I recently took up running but I do it for fun and am not looking to run any marathons any time soon!  My main focus is to get myself and my family up and moving. We love to be outside in the sunshine.

Sleep is so important and so is quiet time for meditation.  I learned how to do a lot of relaxation techniques through biofeedback and they work really well. My favorite is to tense up different parts of your body and then relax completely.  It’s a great way to de-stress.

 You can keep up with Jeanna and her reviews at: http://mommasbacon.com. Also, connect with her on Twitter here!

{Skinny} Grilled Lemon Chicken via Blogger: Hey Grill, Hey

by Cascade Ice on July 30, 2015

This week we want to showcase a recipe from one of our favorite blogs, Hey Grill, Hey. She came up with an amazing- and healthy- grilled lemon chicken recipe that will definitely hit the spot. This will serve 6 people, and it’s super easy!

Try it out and let us know what you think, and make sure you check out Hey Girl, Hey for more of her delicious recipes!

Ingredients:

• 6 boneless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup low sodium, soy sauce
• 1 cup Cascade Ice Lemonade
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1 tsp creamy horseradish sauce

Instructions:

1. Place the chicken in a large zip top plastic bag. Combine all of the remaining ingredients in a blender and pulse to combine. Pour over the chicken breasts, seal the bag and marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours (any longer than this they get too salty).

2. Preheat your grill to medium heat and cook (flipping once) until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

3. Voile! Enjoy!

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