Archive for 2011

Coretta Scott King: Civil Rights Activist and Devout Vegan

Coretta Scott King became a vegan after she was inspired by her son Dexter’s friend, human rights activist, Dick Gregory. In Dick’s memoir, Callus on My Soul, he wrote: “I had been a participant in all of the ‘major’ and most of the ‘minor’ civil rights demonstrations of the early sixties. Under the leadership of… Read the Rest…

Basil Limecream

Living in Miami, people don’t get goosebumps that often; the lime and basil paired together in this recipe literally sent goosebumps down my neck and arms; I salivate just thinking about this amazingly sweet and tangy summer treat. The Basil Limecream reminds me of when my Mom would take me to Baskin Robin’s for “Rainbow… Read the Rest…

The Perfect Morning Buzz

As an avid morning coffee drinker for years and years, I had a hard time finding that coffee-caffeine fix in the morning once I gave it up (the acidity of dark coffee gives a lot of people uncomfortable morning heartburn). So if you’re looking for that extra fix without the heartburn, here’s a tip that… Read the Rest…

Panang Peanut Curry with Udon Noodles

Vegan. Gluten Free. Super Spicy. Yummy. What an easy recipe to whip together. Forget the days of Hamburger Helper. With the right spices in your cabinet, you can throw this dish together in 15 minutes. Yes, 15 minutes. The Panang Peanut Sauce is made from fresh sprouted almond milk (made with a Vitamix and nut… Read the Rest…

Sweet Basil Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream with Lychee Chunks

Raw. Vegan. Gluten Free. Amazing.

Banana Walnut Pancakes with Wild Blueberry Compote

Three Grilled Cheese

This sandwich is covered in buttery sauteed onions with creamy avocado and juicy tomato slices, and to top it all off, the inside droops with ooey-gooey pepperjack, cheddar, and mozzarella cheese. The bread is baked until the crust is perfectly toasted and then cooked in a pan to give it that buttery flavor which turns… Read the Rest…

Plantain Walnut Curry Burgers

The people have spoken. This burger is a MUST try! The sweetness of the plantains mixed with spicy cayenne, curry and roasted walnuts is absolutely an unbeatable flavor; this burger is a gastronomical sensation. Take my word for it and let’s get started! Here’s what you’ll need to make 6-8 big burgers: 5 plantains (browned… Read the Rest…

Boston Banana Creme Pie

This recipe is soooo irresistible and simple; seriously, this is a must try. Without further ado, let’s get straight to it! Pie Crust (Courtesy of Raw Revolution–Organic Live Food Bars) Ingredients: Enough Raw Revolution food bars to cover your pie pan when mashed together and rolled out (choose your favorite flavor bar(s) for the crust)… Read the Rest…

Eat Your Heart Out: Pacific Asian Spinach Chips

Check out my refrigerator! Does yours have any green in it? I always keep spinach, cabbage, and different types of kale in my fridge to use as wraps for sandwiches or snacks to eat on travel; dehydrated greens are delicious and super light to throw in your bag for healthy on-the-go eats. If you have… Read the Rest…

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