Like many of you, I am a big fan of ginger, so this delightful, pungent root is the star ingredient in my groovy green ginger berry smoothie. Among its many health benefits, ginger contains a substance called 6-gingerol, which may have protective effects against cancer. In addition, ginger is loaded with nutrients and bio-active compounds that have powerful benefits for your body [...]
I have been adding nutritious chia seeds to my smoothies for quite a while, but I hadn't really experimented with other creative ways to enjoy chia seeds until I tasted my first mouthwatering dish of berry chia seed pudding at a local organic cafe. The subtle yet sensational flavor blend of sweet, tangy and creamy satisfied my taste buds and made me [...]
Mornings are busy in our home, so the more we prepare breakfast foods ahead of time, the more efficient we can be, especially when we are in a rush. These make ahead, grab and go raw granola bars are perfect for breakfast or as an energy boost any time of the day. These crunchy yummy ingredients also make [...]
Like many of us, I am a chocolate lover! Chocolate sweets and treats are typically associated with Valentine's Day but once I discovered the taste and benefits of raw cacao powder, I prefer to make my own cacoa- powered delights. The flavor is amazing and so are the health benefits: Raw cacao powder contains more than 300 different [...]
I love to make, take and eat salads for lunch and even dinner almost everyday. That's why I like to assemble these easy, portable, colorful, mason jar salads. I shop for organic produce locally and seasonally, so the contents of my salads will vary according to what's available in my local markets. Cabbage and carrots add crunch and [...]
It feels like "raspberry fest" in my kitchen this week because those juicy red organic berries are finally priced at the lower than usual price of $3.99 in my local natural foods store. For weeks, I haunted the berry section, browsing the prices of the organic raspberries. I watched them go from a high of $8.99 for a [...]
Fall is finally here! And there is nothing more colorful--and delightful--than the sight of fall organic produce at our local farmer's market. It is such a pleasure to explore the farm stands and select ripe, seasonal vegetables to take home to prepare in simple, healthy ways. Vegetable soups are one of my favorite ways to enjoy a variety of [...]
Thank goodness it's Saturday and already the fifth day of VeganMoFo 2015! I love the tangy, creamy goodness of yogurt but it was hard to find a good vegan unsweetened yogurt. So many of the vegan yogurts I found were loaded with sugar and unpleasant additives that did not appeal to me, so when I finally [...]
It's day four of my first VeganMoFo and I am so excited to be participating with Urban Naturale. VeganMoFo is a grassroots event that evolved from an international community of vegans who love to cook, and are passionate about sharing their love of vegan food with the rest of the world. This worldwide event features vegans hailing from [...]
Who can forget that memorable--and convincing--commercial for V-8 Juice when I was growing up. The words "Wow, I could have had a V8" literally sent me to the kitchen to pour a glass of that flavorful vegetable cocktail. The compelling ad gave us the impression that this bottled vegetable beverage was the best healthy beverage we could drink. [...]
Love to create and share DIY, Food, Organization, Home Decor, Parenting or Life Hack Posts? Then, welcome to fun and fabulous Pin Worthy Wednesday! I am so delighted to be a co-host on Pin Worthy Wednesday this month, so kick back, join the fun, link up your Pin Worthy posts, visit and pin other posts that [...]
Love to create and share DIY, Food, Organization, Home Decor, Parenting or Life Hack Posts? Then, welcome to fun and fabulous Pin Worthy Wednesday! I am so delighted to be a co-host on Pin Worthy Wednesday this month, so kick back, join the fun, link up your Pin Worthy posts, visit and pin other posts that [...]
Love to create and share DIY, Food, Organization, Home Decor, Parenting or Life Hack Posts? Then, welcome to fun and fabulous Pin Worthy Wednesday! I am so delighted to be a co-host on Pin Worthy Wednesday this month, so kick back, join the fun, link up your Pin Worthy posts, visit and pin other posts that you [...]
Hey Guys, Hope you had a great 4th of July! Love to create and share DIY, Food, Organization, Home Decor, Parenting or Life Hack Posts? Then, welcome to fun and fabulous Pin Worthy Wednesday ! I am so delighted to be a co-host on Pin Worthy Wednesday this month, so kick back, join the fun, link up [...]
For as long as I can remember, lentils have been my go to source for a healthy, hearty, clean and satisfying plant-based protein meal. This delicious legume is a versatile base for all types of flavorful soups, stews, chillies, patties and burgers. Lentils are rich in dietary fiber, folate, vitamin B1, and minerals. With about 30% of their [...]
It's officially fall. The air is crisp. The foliage is changing to orange, yellow and red. Bright, round pumpkins abound--and apples are everywhere! It's the most colorful time of the year. But that's not all... What I love best about fall is the food! I've fallen in love with so many of the delicious culinary creations [...]
Now you can avoid carrageenan and make your own organic hemp milk. For many years, I have replaced cow's milk with nondairy, plant-based milks. Of course, I am not alone. There are growing concerns about the benefits and safety of cow's milk, and many people are looking for alternatives. Also, lactose intolerance and allergies [...]
Until recently, I used to dismiss this humble vegetable as way too bland for my palate, but I have finally learned to appreciate cauliflower. And I'm so glad I did. Lately, I've been pretty busy catching up on many of the wonderful cauliflower dishes I've been missing. Just this week, I bought several fresh, firm heads [...]
It's fall at the farmer's market. Time to fall in love with eggplant again. Eggplants are at their best from August through October when they are in season. Different varieties of eggplant vary slightly in appearance, taste and texture, but most eggplant boast a pleasantly bitter taste and spongy texture. For centuries, eggplants have been a dietary [...]
