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Didn't have the burger @ LA Market (but that surf & turf looks and sounds amazing) -- however, I was won over by their crab & gnocchi. The short rib's good too! http://la-oc-foodie.blogspot.com/2011/04/no-192-la-market-by-kerry-simon.html

also, why the 'vegan' tag since the recipe does call for egg whites?

One local brand I've been enamored with lately is Monrovia-based Greenbar Collective, which makes a line of organic spirits -- I particularly like their Crusoe Spiced Rum & Tru Gin.

I used to be a Sunkist devotee, but have since moved on to Izze's Clementine when I get the Orange Soda craving

I only have vague recollection of this from an episode of "I Love Lucy" - where Lucy justified throwing an egg into the morning coffee by saying her grandmother's Swedish. Thought she was only kidding and trying to make Ricky gag... who knew?

it's not something I'd actively order but if the opportunity presents itself (and it was produced safely, per @wisnij) -- I'd be game. It's not like curious husbands haven't already tried it in some form or another.

As for the gross-out factor, how is it any more sickening than consuming milk out of another species of animal? I'd even wager that some animal rights activists would be gung ho about it since one of their major points against animal product consumption is that the animals themselves don't have ability to give consent (which, obviously, would not be an issue here.)

But as curiosity-inducing as this project is, I agree with @buffy & @salanth that a milk bank is a much better use for any excess human milk.

A few tricks for the hummus dilemma:

1. As soon as you bring the hummus home, divide it immediately into 1-2 serving individual sized baggies/cups and better yet, label them for dates you plan on consuming them ("Monday" "Tuesday" etc.) which helps prevent overdoing portions in one sitting.

2. Instead of using the hummus as a dip, try as a spread in sandwiches/wraps, etc. . . that way you can stretch out the small portion and still get hummus-y flavor in every bite (similar to how a small portion of meat is more satisfying incorporated into a stir-fry as opposed to a mini-slab of steak.)

3. Save your hummus indulgence for when you're entertaining (or bring it in the office for the communal snack table,) that way you're sharing the tub with friends instead of eating it all by yourself.

That being said, like other said - as far as dips go, hummus isn't too bad... chickpeas are great for protein & fiber, garlic have some great cardiovascular & immune system benefits and olive oil has oodles of healthy fats too. But like everything else, moderation is key and yes, one can have too much of a good thing.

Plateaus are definitely frustrating; all the hard work (and resisting temptations) and nothing to show for it on the scale--however, that just may mean you're replacing body fat with muscle, which is def. a good thing.

As for sensible, I agree that it's very contextual - but it's very easy to lose track of how much one eats in small portions; a nibble here and a sip there can translate to a small meals worth of calories if not being careful. Thus, it's always good to keep a small notebook to keep track of everything that goes in the mouth.

The craziest unhealthy thing I've made is a butter-and-sugar sandwich (yes, exactly like it sounds: pats of butter on freshly toasted bread, about 2 teaspoons of sugar, though sometimes I use sweetened condensed milk instead.)

2nd runner up, a mayo-and-avocado sandwich (though it has to be on wheat bread -- I'm sure the whole grains undo all that fat damage!)

And no, I'm not related to Paula...

balancing a foodie and fit lifestyle is something I'm working out too on the blogging world (aptly named Foodie Fitness: http://foodie-fitness.blogspot.com )

As for binges, frankly (pun not intended), I don't have the stomachspace for even the "whole roasted chicken" mini-binges Bruni referred to. But there are no shortage of occasions for me to indulge in larger portions and more caloric foods. Likewise, I do a trade off, if I know I'm going to indulge in a tasting menu or whatnot, I try to eat cleaner and leaner (and work out harder and longer) for the days leading up to, and following, that indulgence.

That's not to say that I bring myself to the brink of starvation and overexertion in some crazy binge-starve cycle, but just a realization that I need to bring the equation back in balance so I can stay healthy and fit while still enjoying my favorite foods.

Yeah, I've turned from a soda a day to just a soda for special occasions or when an eatery offers something really special or unique (local small-batch root beer brewing co., a nice selection of little-known foreign sodas, etc.) or for special occasions (maybe 2-3 times a month). I've largely replaced that with water or unsweetened iced tea.

How bittersweet but welcome to LA & congrats on landing the gig! Will be seeing a "Managed" here on SE soon?

Anyhow, hopefully we'll have a chance to meet (and eat, and drink) when you're here!