AtEatingWell, were big fans of chicken soup, so we were eager to hear more about it.
EatingWell: Whats your favorite cough & cold season meal?
Anthony: My chicken soup.
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And I’m excited to be able to bring that into everyone’s home as well.
Its something I’m looking forward to making this holiday season, even if someone isn’t sick.
It’s just that good.
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I love chocolate, so I’m really trying to lean into dark chocolate.
I know it’s healthier, instead of what I normally go to.
EatingWell: What is a must-have dish on your holiday dinner table?
Anthony: Pasteles is it.
Its hard to describe.
There’s chicken on the inside, you cook it in a paper and open it up.
But I can’t remember a holiday where that hasn’t been the staple for us.
EatingWell: The colder months can mean shorter days, more comfort foods and more time spent indoors.
Do you have a favorite exercise that helps you feel fit and healthy this time of the year?
Anthony: I work out frequently, and that’s always kept me on top of my game.
So, now it’s a lot of weight training.
I still love boxing as well.
I have to mix it up so that I can stay engaged and focused.
There’s an Uber out there with a plate of holiday food for you.
EatingWell: What does ‘eating well’ mean to you?
Anthony: To me, its paying attention to what I’m putting inside my body.
I always hear in my mind: You only have one body.
Your body is your temple.
Take care of it.
But you have to be mindful of making sure that you’re taking care of yourself.
You take care of yourself in so many other ways.
Why are you not taking care of the main vessel?
So, eating well is just loving yourself and taking care of yourself.
This interview has been edited for clarity and length.
