Thoughts, inspiration, balance… and randomness
I know I haven't been posting recipes as often that I thought I would. Truth be told, I only want to post recipes on here that I actually like. So, although I'm cooking quite a bit for this class, some of the recipes aren't up to my high "palatability" standards. I actually liked this recipe … Continue reading Cauliflower “Steaks” with Olive Pistou
With all the media surrounding sustainable fishing practices and the safety of tuna, it might be a good idea to take a look at alternatives to the Chicken of the Sea. No tuna tuna. It's sounds a bit cray, I realize, but I was actually really surprised at the likeness this recipe had to actual … Continue reading Plant-Based Cooking: No Tuna Tuna
When I was a youngin' my Dad used to take my brother and I on hikes through the trails and forests of Washington state. Every time we'd embark for the great outdoors, he'd tell us upon arrival, "Remember, if you get lost, hug a tree." Fortunately, I never had to take that advice, like a … Continue reading Hug a Tree
I've decided when I've had a bad day, yoga is my battle weapon of choice. Since I moved to a new part of LA, the choices in yoga are pretty lacking in my neighborhood, so I've turned to cooking instead. And why not? I'm way behind on my plant-based cooking course, so I decided to … Continue reading Plant-Based Cooking: Asparagus Risotto
It's been awhile since I posted a recipe on here from my plant-based cooking course at Rouxbe.com. I've been WAY behind, and most of the lessons have been on technique... not recipes. Tonight is the first recipe I've had to cook in awhile. I can tell you that the next few units have a lot … Continue reading Plant Based Cooking: Roasted Cauliflower
A couple of years ago, I was shocked to find out that my cholesterol was 213. Any cholesterol level over 200 is considered unhealthy, and puts the body at risk for circulatory and heart diseases. Part of the culprit was my genetics... nothing I could do about that. Besides inheriting my lovely skin and hair … Continue reading Plant-Based Cooking: Avocado Toast
These days, when I wake up in the morning and want to make myself happy, I open my curtain. Outside, in my backyard, are thousands of tiny, brand-new vibrant green blades of grass. I get excited to see more and more of them with each passing day. Wow, sounds, thrilling, doesn't it? I have been … Continue reading Grass and Happiness
What is your gift? Or what are your gifts? No, I am not the royal family asking you to bestow a gift upon the feet of baby Prince George of England- but I am asking, what is your unique gift that you embody and can give to the world? For some of us out there, … Continue reading Your Gift
I live in my head. Or so I've been told. I didn't realize it, until I realized it. See, there's a problem with living in your head. It's kind of a lonely place... because you're the only one in there. The last week or so, I've been trying -like really focusing- on paying attention to … Continue reading In My Head
The house. The husband. Ok, so two big "H" words in a lady's life. House and Hubs. I'm making a little progress on the husband front... i.e. I'm going to a life coach who is helping me figure my shi@ out so I can be the best woman I can be... because here is how … Continue reading It (He) Finds You
Life, Love and Yoga 