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SANTAN SUN NEWS | MAR 17 – APR 6, 2018
Pita Jungle, Fired Pie welcome spring with new menus SANTAN SUN NEWS STAFF
The Pita Jungle at 1949 W. Ray Road, is marking the 18th anniversary next month of the Pita Jungle Jazz Jam Band, the Valley’s longest-running jam session. The Thursday-night jam began in April 2000. The band features Pete Gitlin on guitar and bass, Dave Ihlenfeld on keyboards, Andy Ziker on drums, and a few surprises that make every Thursday night a unique experience. Singers and musicians are invited to join the fun on stage. Pita Jungle’s new Seasonal Kitchen Crafts Menu features eight dishes that include some old and new favorites. Offerings include dishes like the Curried Spinach Potato Pizza, Philly Steak Lavash Wrap, shrimp tikka masala, and red quinoa-taboule salad with avocado hummus. In addition, Pita Jungle is revamping its cocktail menu. People who watch March Madness on TV or organize other gatherings and are
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The BLT Pizza, which has mozzarella cheese, bacon, tomatoes and romaine and iceberg lettuce that were tossed with mayonnaise, is one of the new menu items at Fired Pie. It costs $8.79.
looking for something to munch on can try some new menu items at Fired Pie. Both locations in Chandler are offering the BLT Pizza, which has an eleven-inch crust, mozzarella, bacon, tomatoes and romaine and iceberg lettuce that were tossed with mayonnaise. Diners can also satisfy their hunger with
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The band at Pita Jungle in Chandler is marking 18 years of jamming next month.
the garlic cheese crisp with its house-made dough, mozzarella, parmesan cheese, fresh oregano, garlic and oil. Customers can indulge their sweet tooth at Fired Pie with a Party Pookie, half-baked cookie dough with vanilla bean ice cream on top. The Pookie comes in fired chocolate
chip or macadamia nut cookie dough. Those craving something a bit smaller but still sweet might want to try the Lil Cookie, a warm, chocolate chip cookie for $1.49. The Chandler Fired Pie restaurants are at 2855 W. Ray Road in Raintree Ranch and 1155 W. Ocotillo Road in Ocotillo.
Village Health Club in Ocotillo offers nutritious recipes BY SAM STULL Guest Writer
seed protein balls are a great nutrientpacked snack for any time of day.
March is National Nutrition Month and with the holidays now well in the past, many people use the spring season to get their diet back on track. Kristina Hallberg, registered dietitian nutritionist from Village Health Clubs and Spa in Ocotillo, has some easy and healthy, yet tasty recipes. The Village Health Club & Spa offers resort-style pools, indoor squash/ racquetball courts and basketball courts to go along with more than 150 classes offered weekly, including hot and traditional yoga, Pilates, spin, kinesis and more. It also provides kid-friendly programs, including an on-site nursery, along with Summer Fitness Camps and sports programs designed exclusively for younger members. In addition to their fitness offerings, The Village Health Clubs has nutrition counseling to combine with a fitness regimen. Information: villageclubs.com. Hallberg’s spinach salad is perfect for a light and refreshing lunch, and her chia
Salmon Spinach Salad Recipe
1-2 Cups - Raw spinach leaves 2-3 Sliced strawberries 1/2 – 1 oz. - Feta cheese Small handful of sliced toasted almonds 1/4 Cup - Sliced fennel 3-4 oz. - Grilled wild salmon 1-2 tbsp. - Balsamic vinaigrette • In a large bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries, toasted almonds and fennel. • Pour your preferred balsamic vinaigrette dressing over the salad mix and toss to combine. • Sprinkle the feta cheese over the salad and add the grilled wild salmon. • Makes one serving.
Chia Seed Protein Ball Recipe 2 cups - Oats 1 cup - Peanut butter 3-4 tbsp. - Chia seeds 3 tbsp. - Ground flax 1/4 cup - Raw honey 1/3 cup - (Melted) Coconut oil
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1-2 scoops - Vanilla protein powder 2 tsp. - Cinnamon Spice (Optional) Chocolate chips or cacao nibs (Optional) Coconut flakes • Add all ingredients together in a large bowl (except for optional coconut flakes) and mix to combine. Chill mixture in the fridge for about half an hour to ensure the balls will stick together.
• After chilling the mixture, roll tablespoon-sized spoonfulls into balls. • (Optional) Roll protein balls in coconut flakes. • Store protein balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks, or freeze for longer storage. • Makes 20-30 protein balls. Sam Stull is a spokesman for Village Health Club.
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