Monthly Archives: July 2010

Raw Beet and Fennel Salad

This is one of the most amazing salads I have ever tasted. Maybe it’s because I’m in love with beets at the moment. Or that fresh fennel and cucumber is a heavenly delight. Or maybe it’s that all this raw food is going straight to my head. Regardless of the reasons, it is a deliciousContinue Reading

Horchatas and Plum Bistro

This weekend I discovered horchatas. This weekend changed my life. If you’ve never tried a horchata before, here’s what you need to know: it’s an amazing sweet, cinnamon-y, and creamy beverage the traditional version is made with rice milk (thus, dairy-free!) it originated in Spain, but is now popular all throughout Latin America I triedContinue Reading

Chocolates, Coconuts, and Self-Care

Chocolate. Thursday was my birthday. I’m not big on celebrations, but (as you may know) I am big on food. These long, summery days and beautiful sunsets call for something sweet. I don’t know about you, but I am a huge chocolate fan. This in itself is not a problem. The problem is when youContinue Reading

Raw Zippy Summer Gazpacho

Today I went to my first PCC Cooks course: Summer Flavors with Fresh Juices taught by Cherie Calbom (aka “The Juice Lady”). It was absolutely delicious and inspiring! She’s written a ton of different books on juicing to lose weight, prevent disease, and boost your immune system. I definitely encourage you to check out herContinue Reading

Raw Carob Mousse

Can you believe it’s mid-July? It’s time to get serious about summer! What’s on your summer list? Going on vacation anywhere? Spending some time with family and friends? How about special dinner plans? I had a big epiphany the other day. Here it goes: I am a procrastinator. (For anyone that knows me I’m sureContinue Reading

Chocolate Hemp Soft Serve

I got your attention with the soft serve, didn’t I? Yeah, I knew that would intrigue you. Especially on hot days like this! Should you be in need of some vegan soft serve too, head on over to Healeo on Capitol Hill. (Sorry non-Seattlelites, you’re outta luck on this one!) Their chocolate hemp soft serveContinue Reading

Tofu Rolls

Gee, it’s been a long time, huh? Well, let’s catch up. What’s new with you? How was your week? What did you do on July 4th? And, most importantly, what have you been eating? It’s been an interesting week over here. I dyed my hair three times. I went on a long bike ride. I’veContinue Reading

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