almond butter sandwich

an almond butter sandwich is a machine free, spin-your-head-around, simple-to-build, plant-based meal. on one hand it adds more greens to your daily lifestyle and on the other, it is an alternative to the average slice of bread that bookends sandwiches across the globe. grab your romaine lettuce and a jar of almond butter to create a healthy protein-loving sandwich. almond butter sandwich romaine lettuce leaves (if you’re adding toppings,... Read More

recipe of the week-honey nut almond mondos

pulled a fresh load of honey nut almond mondos off my dehydrator this morning and i am looking forward to the week ahead! although the time spent using the dehydrator may seem daunting, the intensive labor is next to nothing. i tend to make big batches in order to store some at my massage therapy office, in my car, and, of course, in the pocket of my yoga mat bag. honey nut almond mondos are handy snacks for people on the move. where do you store... Read More

chia goo

yes, the chia pet of the 90′s used the same healthful chia seeds found in the following rawcipe to sprout ‘hair’ from a clay pot. we’re not using soil or sprouting to the point of green, but we are sprouting to the extent that powerful nutritional benefits are unleashed and readily available for your day to day convenience. in as little as ten minutes, the seeds pictured above (when added to water or other liquid, such as... Read More

zesty goji protein bars

zesty goji protein bars are a crunchy treat that are easy to prepare and even easier to eat. they have been tried and tested on local yogis and yoginis, cyclists, even hikers and have unanimously been a hit. goji berries are bright orange-red in color which is a significant marker they are  high in antioxidants and have traditionally been regarded as a strength building liver protector. goji berries are a superfruit that will super charge you and... Read More

vegan nut-free sunbutter cookies

sunflower seed butter is the new peanut butter and vegan nut-free sunbutter cookies are a twist on the original peanut butter cookie. this version is free of peanuts, wheat and gluten for those who suffer an allergy or choose to abstain altogether. big on flavor and big in attitude, dip sunbutter cookies into a fresh glass of superfood frenzy hemp milk, sweet and creamy coconut almond mylk or cuts like a buffalo living walnut milk for an old fashioned... Read More

pecan brownie ice cream sundae

as it turns out the pecan brownie bar is an excellent floatation device for the superfood soft serve ice cream. this is a rawcipe that is free of wheat, gluten, dairy, soy, and any refined sugars. when the extra minute is taken to add-in the tart cherry drizzle, you will have created for yourself one spectacularly healthy, raw, living ice cream sundae experience not to be missed. pecan brownie sundae 1 pecan brownie bar 1 scoop superfood soft serve... Read More

marinated portobello mushrooms

marinated portobello mushrooms are looking to join your next dinner dish. although sometimes as small as a button, mushrooms contain nutrients that boost immune function by flushing the body of unwanted toxins and may also play a role in fighting cancer. portobello mushrooms are crimini mushrooms that have grown to their full potential and are known to be low in calories, high in fiber while loaded with b vitamins. no roots. no leaves. no flowers.... Read More

tart cherry drizzle

tart cherry drizzle has endless possibilities and is high on the lip smack-ability index. tart cherries are beneficial because they are high in antioxidants and phenolics, helping to reduce deposits of uric acid in the joints and therefore reducing painful feelings associated with inflammation. they also contain melatonin and that helps us turn out our own lights at the end of the day and sends us into a restful sleep. a concentrated cherry juice... Read More

salt-n-peppa kale chips

have i mentioned my adoration of kale? it’s big, it’s consuming and a record was set following a long yoga class one afternoon. coming in hungry, it took little time to clear four dehydrator trays before even sitting down. one head of kale per tray and that’s a lot of green. excessive? yes, but really it’s none of your business and i do remember a company slogan convincing me ’you can’t eat just one‘ somewhere... Read More

living chocolate frosting

let’s face it, chocolate tastes great on just about everything with the exception of maybe cabbage. if you have ever experienced a sweet tooth, in many cases, frosting is a necessity and at times there is an irresistible force that compels one to consume more than one should. used here is a locally made 100% cacao bar from life opening chocolates. it’s dairy free, soy free, gluten free, contains no refined sugar and has aptly been... Read More