I used to work at a restaurant that sourced all of their ingredients from local farms and suppliers. The menu changed daily based on the produce that the chef would receive every morning, meaning I got to sample a variety of fresh and genuine Italian fusion dishes. It was probably one of my favorite jobs… Continue reading EASY BEANS AND GREENS
VEGAN ALMOND AND RASPBERRY SHORTBREAD JAM COOKIES
Another cookie recipe! I am not a huge dessert fiend now, I used to be much more so when I was younger. But I am sucker for shortbread. Something about the simplicity, the buttery texture, and the versatility that shortbread offers is just so perfect to me. Historically, all my favorite holiday cookies have a… Continue reading VEGAN ALMOND AND RASPBERRY SHORTBREAD JAM COOKIES
VEGAN DARK CHOCOLATE COCONUT MACAROONS
When I first began to venture into the kitchen and cook my own dishes for the first time, baking was my initial love. I love anything that gives me clear, precise instructions and a guaranteed sugary outcome. However, as I began more passionate about intuitive eating and adopting a plant-based diet, I found myself gravitating… Continue reading VEGAN DARK CHOCOLATE COCONUT MACAROONS
FIVE YOGA STRETCHES FOR RELIEVING STRESS
I find the end of the year to be both very fast paced and slow paced. There is the bustle of the holidays and the thrill of a new year and new intentions to set. However, at least where I live, it’s frequently cold and the sun sets before 4 pm every day. And while… Continue reading FIVE YOGA STRETCHES FOR RELIEVING STRESS
ROASTED VEGETABLES WITH HARISSA CASHEW CREAM
Lately, I’ve been in a bit of a healthy funk. Maybe it’s the holidays or the weather finally getting cold, but all my motivation for healthy, clean meals is out the door. I would much rather spend my time baking Christmas cookies and watching reruns of the Great British Baking Show. Which is perfectly fine.… Continue reading ROASTED VEGETABLES WITH HARISSA CASHEW CREAM
5 MINUTE ENERGIZING YOGA FLOW
A few weeks ago, I was tasked with creating a 5 minute yoga sequence to showcase my abilities as an instructor. My first reaction was panic – there was no way I could teach a full, cohesive sequence in only 5 minutes. As a yoga teacher, I personally feel most comfortable leading opening and closing… Continue reading 5 MINUTE ENERGIZING YOGA FLOW
IMMUNE BOOSTING VEGETABLE SOUP
I love soup. It’s almost embarrassing the amount of time that I dedicate to thinking about, talking, and consuming soup. In my last conversation with my mother, I spent nearly 20 minutes excitedly jabbering about how it was finally soup season. To me, soup is the ultimate meal because it is versatile, usually easy to… Continue reading IMMUNE BOOSTING VEGETABLE SOUP