Christian Science Center Plaza Fountain by Jessica Gioglio
Hot. Sticky. Humid. Oppressive. Unbearable. Just a few words that I have been abusing this week. In between sucking down water and fighting my urge to jump into the Charles River, here’s how I’ve been beating the heat this week:
Sip: Coconut Water. Sweating depletes both sodium and potassium, making this lightly sweet beverage a nice way to refuel. Offering more potassium than two bananas, sodium and sugar for energy, I’ve been sipping on one per day to replenish. Though there are many brands available, I’m partial to Vita Coco.
Stay: Air-Conditioned Office Building: I’ve never loved my office so much. Usually I complain about the overly cold air conditioning, but this week, the temperature feels just right. I’ve actually found myself staying a bit later than usual to postpone going back to my heat box of an apartment. Don’t work in an office building? If I didn’t, I’d be spending my time in public buildings, like the Boston Public Library, Prudential Center, movie theatre and local museums.
Splash: Christian Science Center Plaza Fountain: While there are several great fountains around the city, this one has attracts both locals and tourists equally. Though a shorted power cable temporarily disabled the fountain yesterday, it’s now back up and running. It’s not only little kids that can shriek in delight while running through the spiral streams of water! Who’s dashing through with me!?
Savor: Summer Soups. My friend Gabi has a fantastic food blog with oodles of soups, slaws, salads and salsa recipes perfect for cooling off after a hot day. I can personally attest to going gaga for her Summer Gazpacho and slurping the wine-infused Chilled Watermelon Soup with delight.
Splurge: Double Shot Affogato. When this Health.com recipe popped into my inbox this week, I was instantly taken back to Italy, where I first tried this yummy espresso and coffee ice cream dessert drink. Why didn’t I think to try and re-create this at home sooner? Click here for the recipe.
With scorching temperatures scheduled to run through the weekend, how have you been keeping cool this week?