Archive for October 2012
Smoothie Recipe: Dairy-Free Strawberry Shake
Every morning I start my day with a smoothie for breakfast and I aways try to add some leafy greens to it. It is the best way to start the day, energized with a powerhouse of nutrition. I have a ton of energy, mental clarity and don’t feel weighed down after like I would if…
Read MoreRaw Vegan Apple Oatmeal (Oat free)
One of my favorite comfort foods for breakfast is oatmeal. I’ve been craving hearty filling cereals for breakfast lately instead of the usual smoothies I make. I got the inspiration for this “oatmeal” from Megan Elizabeth. I love her recipes because they are so simple and easy yet she manages to keep them healthy and delicious…
Read MorePlanet Raw + The Culinary Genius Chef Juliano
This weekend I had lunch at Planet Raw with friends for the first time. I have tried several raw restaurants but have always heard such amazing things about Planet Raw that I just finally had to try it! The fun thing for me was that I brought friends who are not raw nor had ever…
Read MoreRaw Vegan Carob Ganache
This carob ganache recipe is perfect for when you are craving something rich and decadent and it literally takes one minute to make. It is raw, vegan and fat-free, so it is actually healthy for you too! What more could you want out of life?! 🙂 Only on the raw food diet can you have…
Read MoreRaw Cream of Celery Soup
Finally here in Los Angeles today we have a taste of fall. Waking up to that crisp damp air and cloudy skies, the smell of fall is in the air! These damp drizzly days just make me want to have warm comfort foods like soup . So today I made this delicious raw soup, that…
Read MoreLocal Fresh Dates + Palm Springs Trip
This past weekend me and my husband went on a little weekend trip to Palm Springs. There is just something about the hot, dry desert air that I just love. It’s a nice place to relax for a few days, eat, shop, explore museums, and just enjoy the natural desert beauty it has to offer.…
Read MoreZesty Tropical Mango Lettuce Wraps
Recently I went to a large dinner party, where I knew there would be little if any raw foods for me to eat. I brought these lettuce wraps and they were a big hit! When I am invited over for dinner, I always in a very gentle manner explain that I am very happy to…
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