We are lucky to have Mountain Trek alum, Claudine Chen-Young, write this piece about her experience with Mountain Trek, unprompted. Like many Mountain Trek guests, I’m an overworked, over-stressed, perpetually exhausted professional. Because of the busy work-life, I take extra pleasure in just stopping every now and then to soak in the peace, serenity, and […]
This recipe from The Double Energy Twins, Judi and Shari Zucker, is a tasty light salad that can be eaten alone or on top of mixed greens. Add a 1/2 cup of chopped black mission figs for an added sweet twist to the tangy salad. Ingredients (Serves 4) 1 cup uncooked quinoa, drained and rinsed […]
This full meal recipe is simple, easy to make, and packed full of nutrients and flavor. Chicken thighs, which are often overlooked for the breasts, are more forgiving and pack more flavor. Boneless skinless thighs are perfect for braising in this simple tomato sauce, which is packed full of nutrients. When you cook tomatoes, you […]
Alumni Spotlight: Claudine-Chen Young
/in Alumni Stories /by adminWe are lucky to have Mountain Trek alum, Claudine Chen-Young, write this piece about her experience with Mountain Trek, unprompted. Like many Mountain Trek guests, I’m an overworked, over-stressed, perpetually exhausted professional. Because of the busy work-life, I take extra pleasure in just stopping every now and then to soak in the peace, serenity, and […]
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
/in Recipes /by adminThis recipe from The Double Energy Twins, Judi and Shari Zucker, is a tasty light salad that can be eaten alone or on top of mixed greens. Add a 1/2 cup of chopped black mission figs for an added sweet twist to the tangy salad. Ingredients (Serves 4) 1 cup uncooked quinoa, drained and rinsed […]
Tomato Braised Chicken Thighs with Spaghetti Squash & Baby Green salad with Nut Butter Vinaigrette
/in Recipes /by adminThis full meal recipe is simple, easy to make, and packed full of nutrients and flavor. Chicken thighs, which are often overlooked for the breasts, are more forgiving and pack more flavor. Boneless skinless thighs are perfect for braising in this simple tomato sauce, which is packed full of nutrients. When you cook tomatoes, you […]