iced matcha latte

do you matcha much? pretty new to the green tea powder myself and it’s been a pleasure to experiment with.   literally. due to the increased levels of l-theanine found in matcha leaves. l-theanine is an amino acid that has been shown to increase the production of alpha waves to the brain.   these waves not only induce mental relaxation and reduce stress but they also stimulate an improvement of mood, concentration, and memory.   matcha... Read More

date donut holes-the variety pack

alright, serious question…who in the world doesn’t like a treat every now and again? i obviously do as evidenced here, here, here and here. we weren’t desert wild at my house growing up but quite often a weekend morning would lend to a handpicked sweet roll plate from the local bakery. we fancied slicing them up for a sample plate and munching on them throughout the morning. these days fried doughy cake isn’t quite as exciting... Read More

not nutella

not nutella is a healthier version of the much loved nutella. it’s dairy-free, raw vegan, and one of my favorite healthy recipe hacks. it’s something i also enjoy packaging up in cute little jars with ribbons and sharing as gifts with family, friends, clients and students come holiday time. it’s a simple recipe (because, in my opinion, simple is always best) requiring 4 ingredients. a food processor, a pinch of patience and a dash... Read More

creamy chocolate cashew soft serve ice cream

september’s push to preserve summer has been stirred and swirled to create a creamy chocolate cashew soft serve ice cream. it’s healthy enough to eat for breakfast, treat enough for an after dinner desert, and does NOT require an ice cream maker or special blender. what?! and did i mention it only has five ingredients? this dairy and soy free delight can be made vegan or not depending on your sweetener of choice. typically i prefer using... Read More

gleaming the cube

unlimited hours in the kitchen to create one beautiful healthy meal after another would make it an easy task to keep ourselves healthy. let’s get real, that kind of time on a consistent basis is rare and as we slide into summer, spare time becomes even more challenging to find. my heat beating, money and time conserving, chill everything summertime vibe? cube it. gleam every cube….make every cube gleam because i have limited space in... Read More

plant-based walnut tacos

this rawcipe is a plant-based walnut taco building experience. it’s not quite chipotle but, in my opinion, it’s better because you can make it at home. it’s as simple as having seasoned walnut taco meat, great guacamole and a head of purple cabbage on hand. in no way shape or form am i a chipotle hater. it’s a great, mostly healthy, fast food joint that seems to have food morals  i’m happy to support. when i’ve... Read More

raw vegan pie crust

it is beginning to feel a bit like fall around here and fall makes me think of pie, more specifically the crust of pie. personally i have always been more interested in the pie crust than the actual filling and quite often that is the only part of the pie i’m interested in eating.  this is a healthy raw vegan pie crust recipe that consists of a walnut and pecan nut base and it is fruit sweetened with medjool dates, in my opinion not too much... Read More

baby spinach with mango date dressing and sliced strawberries salad

baby spinach with mango date dressing and sliced strawberries is my current go-to fresh summer salad recipe. recently i took a great road trip to santa fe, new mexico with my mother and aunt who were visiting from wisconsin. i was a santa fe first timer and it is an inspiring area to say the least. after a long morning of exploring the plaza we decided to walk back to our villa to fill up on a healthy lunch and catch a refreshing swim before walking... Read More

wheat and gluten free veggie sub sandwich

wheat and gluten free veggie sub sandwiches are a quick and easy raw vegan meal that prove tough to resist. they’ve been a hit at bbq’s, baseball games and even following long mountain bike rides. it’s a refreshing sub sandwich that is full of fiber and loaded with an unlimited number of healthy carbohydrates. romaine lettuce is a favorite sandwich bun alternative of mine and proves firm enough to support all the fillings of my... Read More

wheat and gluten free vegan croutons

if your salads have been missing croutons then this healthy wheat and gluten free vegan recipe is just for you. with a short list of ingredients you easily transform a simple bunch of walnuts to a perfectly seasoned salad topper. although nutritional yeast is not technically a raw food product it is commonly used in recipes, it is optional and can completely be avoided if you are looking to remain 100% raw. the crunch of wheat and gluten free vegan... Read More