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Lifestyle :: A Fresh Approach to Your Workday

written by Natalie Ho 2017.02.16

Many of you wonder how I can manage a full time gig and my side hustle as a blogger. Well, the secret is … I start my workdays early (I’m at my desk by 7 am!) and I am always looking for ways to cut down any unnecessary time spent on getting ready or preparing meals.

However, it also means that on extremely lazy or dreary days, I’m not always looking my finest during the wee hours of the morning, and admittedly, I also find myself reaching for unhealthy lunch and snack options just for the sake of saving time.

A few weeks back, I was invited to join the Joe Fresh and President’s Choice® team to makeover my workday with three easy steps!

I got to style a few new hassle free work wear looks with Joe Fresh and also learned a few tricks on prepping ready-to-go meals.

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Versatility with Layered Basics

I’m definitely not the type of working gal spotted with a corporate suit during my 9-5. Our office is super cool yet professional, therefore I’m often looking for pieces that have a relaxed fit and casual style. Most of you already know that I’m a big fan of Joe Fresh. I particularly adore the variety of basics that they offer, making it super simple for me to find layering items that I can wear both to the office and to events in the evening.

I love the frill detailing on the knit top and the floral print of the dress, they both add a beautiful feminine touch to simple basics.

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Outfit 1: Double Peplum Top / Boyfriend Tee / Box Pleat Skirt / Outfit 2: Floral Print Dress / Open Front Ribbed Cardi / Moto Jacket c/o Joe Fresh

Simple Yet Delicious Layered Salads to Go

President’s Choice® shared some fabulous tips to speed up prep time for work day lunches! I love using mason jars to store pantry items but hadn’t thought of using them as containers for salads! These layered salads to go can be prepared a few at a time and stored in the fridge for several days – saving time, money, and unwanted calories!

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Recipe: Kale Slaw Layered Salad

Provided by PC® and serves 3, ready in under 15 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 shallot, minced
  • ¼ cup cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup PC Blue Menu Celeb 100% Canola and Mid-Oleic Sunflower Oil Blend
  • 2 tbsp. PC Dijon Prepared Mustard
  • ½ tsp. PC Manuka Honey
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cups PC Kale slaw bag
  • 2 carrots, sliced (or buy match stick carrots, ready to go)
  • 2 green onions, diced
  • 3 tbsp dried cranberries
  • 6 tbsp natural sliced almonds, toasted (I substituted with a handful of PC raw almonds)
  • 1 Royal Gala apple, cored, diced, skin on
  • 2 cups diced cooked chicken (I shredded a leftover rotisserie chicken)

Directions:

  • Add together shallot, vinegar, oil, mustard, honey, salt and pepper in small jar, and shake to combine dressing.
  • Into three 750 ml mason jars, divide up ingredients starting with:
    • 2 tbsp dressing
    • Apple
    • Kale slaw
    • Carrots
    • Green onions
    • Chicken
    • And top with almonds, cranberries, and just about anything you like
    • Cover and refrigerate (lasts up to 3 days in the fridge)

Pres Choice Mason Jar Salad

Satisfy Midday Sweet Cravings

Ever experience that mid-afternoon slum? When 2-3 p.m. comes rolling along, I find myself exhausted and looking for sweets to re-energize. A fresh approach to satisfy that midday craving instead of grabbing a handful of candy or a chocolate bar is preparing healthy snacks with fresh fruits and good fats.

The PC® Ricotta Whey Cheese is nutritious and tasty, and due to its thick texture, it is also super satisfying. Inspired by the layered salads to go, I’ve started to build mini ricotta dessert jars with simple and nourishing ingredients!

These bite size snacks are perfect tossed in the purse or backpack!

Pres Choice Ricotta Berries

What You Will Need:

  • Assorted Berries
  • PC® Ricotta Whey Cheese
  • PC® Manuka Honey

Directions:

  • Line bottom of jar with fresh berries
  • Add 1/3 cup of ricotta cheese
  • Top with more berries and 1 tbsp of honey
  • Cover and refrigerate

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If you’re looking for a ready-made snack option that can also double as breakfast, I highly recommend the PC® Apple Cinnamon Greek Yogurt with Steel-Cut Oats and Granola, it’s incredible!

Workday Joe Fresh PC
As we anticipate for the Spring season that just hasn’t made its way to us yet, don’t let the dreary grey days prevent you from refreshing your weekly routine. Join me in making over your workday with these simple steps alongside with Joe Fresh’s new Spring collection and President’s Choice® food items!

Disclaimer: This post was created in partnership with President’s Choice and Joe Fresh, but all opinions are my own.

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