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    Posted on: Jul 11, 2011 · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Mango Banana CHO-Smoothie & An Indian Reception!

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    This past Saturday my husband and I attended one of my really good friend’s reception in Upstate NY at the Greentree Country Club.
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    Typically at an Indian Wedding/Reception you will notice most guests, especially women, wearing colorful Indian clothing.  Here is the bride’s reception outfit… just the bottom half.  Colorful and sparkly.

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    Just like most American receptions, an Indian reception consist of a Cocktail Hour followed by speeches, cake cutting, dancing, dinner, desserts, and more dancing.  Of course, no Cocktail Hour can be complete without an Open Bar, right?  I had 2 cocktails and had the best buzz of my life going. 
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    The Cocktail Hour also consisted of lots of fruits.
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    Cheese Bar… my favorite.
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    Mediterranean starters which included Tabbouleh, Hummus, Greek Orzo Pasta, Olives, and more.
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    Tortellini.
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    Here was our view from the Cocktail Hour room, so scenic.
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    And here is what I ate during Cocktail Hour, I was pretty hungry since I ate lunch fairly early.  Smile  There were also Indian appetizers, of course, PANEER! 
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    I was seated on Table 6.  I loved the salad plate setting.  It adds lots of color as opposed to an empty plate. 
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    Here is the stage area for the Bride & Groom called a “mandap” (pronounced mon-dup) at an Indian Wedding/Reception. 
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    There was cake cutting Birthday cake and dancing. 
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    Followed by dinner which usually involves Punjabi style cooked Indian Food.  Punjabi food tends to have more cream-based gravies and although they are delicious, they also are quite heavy.  This is particularly true when dining at a restaurant, however most home-cooked Punjabi food isn’t remotely as fattening.
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    After dinner, we all rushed to the Dessert Bar.  It was awesome, there was a wide array of desserts to choose from, including American, Italian, and Indian desserts.  Of course, this made me really happy! 
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    Here is my serving THAT I SHARED WITH MY HUSBAND.  Believe me, I didn’t eat all of it.  Surprised smile
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    There was coffee too, followed by more dancing.  I danced and danced and danced with my hubby and friends simply because I LOVE TO DANCE!  It was great that I met a bunch of old and new people who also loved to dance.
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    It was quite the party and here is to wishing the “Happy Couple” lots of joy, laughter, and years of martial bliss on this journey of marriage.  Congratulations!
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    And now food… here is a quick recipe I recently made after a workout using a frozen banana and some Chobani Yogurt.  It was delicious and creamy with hardly any fat.  Enjoy.
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    NUTRITION: 
    Chobani Yogurt contains a good amount of Calcium and Protein.  Bananas are a very good source of Vitamin B6. They are also a good source of Vitamin C and Fiber.  Flaxseeds are a high source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids. 
    INGREDIENTS: brinjal 081
    • Banana – 1 medium (sliced & frozen)
    • Chobani Low-Fat Mango – 1 6 ounce container
    • Flaxseeds – 2 teaspoon (or you can use 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed)
    • Vanilla Extract – 1 tsp
    • Water – very little if needed during the blending process, I didn’t require any.
    DIRECTIONS:
    1. Here is my frozen banana and Chobani Mango yogurt.
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    2. In a Magic Bullet, add the banana and yogurt.  You can use a blender too.  
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    3. Add 2 teaspoon of flaxseeds and vanilla extract. 
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    4.  Now blend until smooth and creamy.
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    5. Pour into a pretty martini glass.
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    6. Drink up!  It’s so refreshing, thick, and creamy.  Notice the bubbles.
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    TELL ME: Have you guys attended an Indian Wedding/Reception?  If so, what did ya think? 

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    1. Stajani says

      March 05, 2012 at 2:18 pm

      Looks so yummy! I love your blog...thnks for sharing your stories 🙂

      Take care
      Shirin Tajani

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