Our Editor in Chief's Energizing Winter Meal

"I love to skate outdoors, to enjoy the rumble as my blades cut through the ice, then the pop-pause- swish of landing a toe loop or lutz jump. But ice-skating is more than artistry and mindfulness. It's a full-body workout that demands energy from ample carbs and protein. The crossovers, turns, and glides that work glutes, abs, and calves require as much endurance as running but with less impact (all while wearing a pretty dress)."

"Many public ice rinks (like ones in Chicago, New York, and Washington, D.C.), offer free or deeply discounted admission if you bring your own skates. You can visit your local indoor rink skate shop for a proper fitting. For serious skaters or those looking to splurge, Harlick Skating Boots makes custom pairs. Gloves are a must for brushing off ice after an (inevitable) fall on the rink."

"After a session at the rink, I crave refueling with this greens-and-cheese quiche. It's baked in a crust flecked with herbes de Provence and filled with Parmesan and Gruyère, baby spinach, and luscious sweet onions. I serve it all winter long, in wide wedges for friends at my skating club, or in elegant slices for holiday brunches at home."

Outdoor ice-skating combines artistry and mindfulness with a demanding full-body workout that uses crossovers, turns, and glides to work glutes, abs, and calves. The sport requires endurance comparable to running but with lower impact and benefits from adequate carbohydrates and protein. A greens-and-cheese quiche—baked in a herbes de Provence–flecked crust and filled with Parmesan, Gruyère, baby spinach, and sweet onions—provides hearty refueling after a session. The quiche suits both casual club servings in wide wedges and elegant holiday brunch slices. Practical equipment tips include using a fluted quiche pan, properly fitted skates, quality boots, and multiple pairs of gloves.

Read at Bon Appetit