Summer Cooking in Your Oakland Apartments

Are you interested in doing something productive and fun this summer near your Oakland apartments? Something that comes to mind is going to your local farmer’s market, whether it be alone or with friends and family, to stock up on some much-needed, fresh groceries. The great thing about the turn of the seasons is that there are so many new fruits and vegetables available for you to enjoy.

Here’s a list of some vegetables in season this summer: radishes, cucumber, beets, bell peppers, carrots, zucchini, garlic, corn, and rhubarb.

And here’s a list of fruits in season this summer: apricots, plums, cherries, blackberries, nectarines, strawberries, peaches, tomatoes, passion fruit, melon, lemons, and limes.

Try this delicious recipe for a healthy grilled garden pizza:

Ingredients
2 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt
1 loaf (1 pound) frozen pizza dough, thawed
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan or Asiago cheese
1/2 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh spinach
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Directions
Sprinkle tomatoes with salt; set aside. On a lightly floured surface, divide dough in half. Roll or press each to 1/4-in. thickness; place each on a greased sheet of foil (about 10 in. square). Brush tops with 1 tablespoon oil.
Carefully invert crusts onto a grill rack, removing foil. Brush tops with remaining oil. Grill, covered, over medium heat until bottom is golden brown, 2-3 minutes. Remove from grill; reduce grill temperature to low.
Top grilled sides of crusts with Parmesan or Asiago cheese, tomatoes, corn, onion, and mozzarella cheese. Grill, covered, on low heat until cheese is melted, 4-6 minutes. Sprinkle with spinach and basil.
Health Tip: Fresh mozzarella has about the same calories and fat as part-skim; they are both lighter than a lot of other cheeses like cheddar, Muenster and provolone.

So this summer, make sure to go to your local farmer’s market so you can stock up on the freshest, healthiest produce there is. In addition, consider checking out this site if you need ideas for inspiration when it comes to coming up with recipes for your delicious produce. So now that’s TWO summer activities you can enjoy near your apartments in Oakland you can visit a local farmer’s market and you can attempt a new healthy recipe from home. What will you do to make the most out of this summer?

Fun Things to Do Near Your Apartments in Oakland

Do you find yourself seeking something different to do in Oakland near your apartments? Luckily, there’s a lot to do this spring, and it may surprise you what things you can do to stay entertained in town. If you’ve been accustomed to the same routine, here are some ideas of things you can do in and around Oakland to make the most out of Spring 2019:

1. Check out a local bookstore and explore a completely different section than you normally would
2. Try a gym you haven’t tried by getting a visitor’s pass and seeing if it’s ideal for you
3. Treat your significant other to one of Oakland’s nice restaurants
4. Look up your city on Groupon to see what discounts you can get on fun deals in Oakland
5. Visit your local arcade to connect with your inner child
6. Work out by going on a hike or nice stroll outside
7. Do some community service
8. Join MeetUp to see what other singles in your area are doing to keep themselves entertained.

Perhaps you’ve been doing the same thing over and over in town and you’re getting a bit of cabin fever. This spring, mix things up for optimal entertainment. Make sure to invite some friends will you’re at it!

Creative Projects for Your Oakland Apartments

Are you looking for some way to add a little color into your life? When was the last time you worked on some creative projects? If it’s been a while and you’re looking for a way to have some fun in your apartments in Oakland, consider doing one of the following things from this list:

1. Paint a picture. It costs less than thirty dollars to get the art supplies you need from most art stores and can last for afternoons of fun. If you want to begin, but don’t know where to start, this great how-to from ThoughtCo. will answer most questions.

2. Make an account on GarageBand, an app available for Mac computers and iPhones in order to create some beats to make music!

3. Look around your apartment and think about what needs redecorating. If you need some ideas on how to make your apartments livelier, then check out Pinterest for inspiration and DIY tutorials.

4. Get into writing! Look up creative writing prompts online, and then get your writing materials together in a quiet safe space so you can begin working on a piece. All you need is a notebook or a laptop, you never know what you’ll come up with.

How will you take advantage of the magnificent space in your apartments? Don’t let it go to waste- create something great or at least create an environment that inspires you! Do you have any creative projects in the pipeline? Let us know in the comments!