Hi there! Happy Wednesday! 
I know I’m a littttle late to the WIAW party hosted by the lovely Jenn, but better late than never, right?
I got back from vacation not too long ago and this is the first time I’ve opened my laptop in a few days. Not going to lie, it was SO nice. It’s a little overwhelming coming home to a ton of emails and 350 unread in my Google reader! Ha. Oh well.
First of all, whenever I travel I like to come prepared for whenever I get hungry. I think I did a pretty good job 
Tuna packets, almonds, walnuts, almond butter packets, quest bar, homemade protein bars, homemade turkey muffins, fruit, protein powder, stevia, etc.
When my mom and I first got there, we were hungry for lunch so we stopped at a cute little café. I was in the mood for eggs, so I ordered a salmon and caramelized onion egg white omelet – yum!! I’ve never had salmon in an omelet before but I loved it. It came with a side salad and whole wheat toast on the side. Hit the spot.
The room actually had a microwave, so I made oatmeal each morning and put protein powder in it, banana slices, and almond butter. 
I literally had fish all weekend – apparently I was in the mood! This was one of the dinners which was swordfish and veggies. I haven’t had swordfish in forever.
Last but not least, my favorite meal! One day for lunch we wanted to scope out a new restaurant so I found the cutest little organic café.
If you’re ever in the keys, you HAVE to go here – it’s called Help Yourself. 
I really wanted to try a fresh squeezed juice, so my mom and I ordered the fennel, green apple, cucumber, and mint. It was so refreshing!
For my meal I had the Ultimate salad which was mixed greens, sprouts, broccoli, avocado, tomato, dulse, hemp seeds, spicy pumpkin seeds, lemon tahini dressing. Deeeelicious.
My mom had the Indian Summer which was a creamy mix of chickpeas, quinoa, carrots, raisins, onion and curried cashews with Indian spices over mixed greens, house vinaigrette. This was even better in my opinion (obviously I tried it). So definitely both great choices!
Obviously the organic café was my favorite part I love finding cute little places like that. I definitely enjoyed my stay and all the food we ate!
Have you ever been to Key West?
Do you pack food when you travel?
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I’ve been to Key West for a cruise but we were only there for a few hours.
Matt @ The Athlete’s Plate recently posted..Maddie
Like Matt, I too was only there for a little bit. It was pretty cool though, and I’d love to go back!
Tiff @ Love Sweat and Beers recently posted..Five for Friday
Mmm that salad sounds amazing! I also love swordfish but I haven’t had it in so long!
i bet key west had amazing fish I would have so taken advantage of it too
Alex @ therunwithin recently posted..I Run This.
I’ve never been but my grandparents go all the time. I usually pack some snacks for the airport and things but not foods that I would eat as a meal when I go away. Do you bring those things to restaurants when you go out too? Like the stevia instead of having real sugar put in things?
Sarah @PickyRunner recently posted..Not part of the club
I definitely do NOT bring everything to restaurants!!! lol those are just for snacks.. I came a little too prepared and definitely didn’t eat it all
but I do bring my stevia for coffee !
Lori and I have been there!great little find in key west
purelymichelle recently posted..St. Patty’s day inspired green mint marshmallows {sugar-free}
Woah! Awesome eats girl! Love all the fresh foods and bright colors! The seafood looks great too…gotta get it fresh when you can!
Kaila @healthyhelperblog! recently posted..WIAW: Healthy Living Survey
never been to Key West – it may have to go on the travel bucket list.
When I’m on vacation, I usually throw a couple of protein bars into my bag, but everything else I pick up there. Just easier that way, plus I kind of hate packing :-p
Sam @ Better With Sprinkles recently posted..WIAW: Brinner
lets go!!! ;D
I was in Key West a few weeks ago and I also found Help Yourself…and then proceeded to walk there from the other side of Key West on a daily basis for some fresh juice! Loved it!
aha yes! It was amazing
Loving all the food you got to eat! So delicious! And impressed how you ate while on vacay:)
The juice looks really good too! I miss juicing…
I’ve never been to Key West, but it sounds amazing!
Lisa recently posted..What I Ate Wednesday
lets goo!! ;D
That salad is like the king of all salads! Looks delish.
I’m the same! I’m such a sucker for finding cute little cafes, especially when I go away and I’m in a new city; I love just taking a walk and discovering yummy local eats.
Sounds like you had a great weekend!
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That salad from the organic cafe looks amazing!
When I travel I tend to bring just a few snacks like apples and almonds, plus soy nut butter in case I want it with my breakfasts!
Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin recently posted..Nutrition Month with Loblaw
So many yummy eats!! I just got to Austin, so I plan on taking some vacation food photos, myself!
Liz @ iheartvegetables recently posted..Life Updates & 7 Day Slim Down Recap
I always make sure to pack plenty of food when I travel as well. In fact, it always looks pretty similar to yours! Nut butter packs are a life saver. I adore fresh juice and also love finding cute little vegan and vegetarian cafes when I am some place new.
Gina @ Health, Love, and Chocolate recently posted..The Sugar Debate
That Ultimate salad looks Ah-Maz-Ing!!
What a fantastic spring break–and lineup of vacation eats! I always pack snacks when I travel, too, however I’ve learned that it’s best to keep it to a minimum when I’m flying because food can take up a lot of precious room in a suitcase!
Your swordfish is drool-worthy! YUM. I’m also loving how cute Help Yourself cafe is; I want to go to Key West and eat lunch there with you! xoxo
Sara @ Nourish and Flourish recently posted..Pinspiration
i knew i’d love this post. that swordfish looks AWESOME and the green juice/salad combo looks great. i always want what you eat! omelet and wheat toast, FAVE breakfast/brunch to eat out! i’ve been to key largo but not key west…my parents LOVE key west tho and always tell me about the restaurants!
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I’ve been to Key West once, but it was a long time ago and I was a senior in high school. From what I remember, it was a ton of fun and we had a blast
The food you had looks amazing, that salad has me wanting to whip one up right now!
Jen@HealthyFoodandFamily recently posted..An "Off" Day
I always alwayssss pack food when I go places. I have to!! OHh my gosh I am gushing over this cafe!! That salad is SO up my alley! SO is that juice!
I’m very impressed with all of your food prep. It looks like you were able to get delicious, clean meals anyway though. That fish is making my mouth water.
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Great eats girl!! I always have food with me! It is great to always be prepared.. right??
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