I love things that are convenient. I am not afraid to pay for convenience. In fact, I usually encourage it. Whatever it takes to get the whole foods that are best for you into your body is what I believe. Even if I thought I could make almond milk, I wouldn’t….why would you do that?? […]
Tags: 30 day challenge, chick peas, compassionate eating, dried beans, falafel, garbanzo beans, going veg, hummus, trying vegan, vegan, vegan challenge, vegan experience
Summer is my favorite time of year. Everything inside of me comes alive when the sun is warm and the days are long. I adore summer fruits like watermelon and nectarines and can’t get enough basil and cucumbers. The best thing ever is when it is so warm out that you only crave cold salads […]
Tags: 30 day challenge, compassionate eating, dairy free, going veg, Morningstar Farms, orzo salad, trying vegan, trying vegetarian, vegan, vegan challenge, vegan experience, vegan recipe, vegetarian recipe
Happy Monday and Summer Solstice. I discovered something this weekend that felt like an important find. Once I tested the validity of my new tip, I knew I had to share it with you. I was at the grocery store on Saturday and in the produce section I saw a bag of crinkle cut carrots […]
Tags: 30 day challenge, compassionate eating, crinkle cut carrots, eat more vegetables and fruits, going veg, play with your food, trying vegan, trying vegetarian, vegan, vegan experience, watermelon
Watermelon is one of my favorite foods. In the winter I miss it like I miss the sunshine and eighty degree days. It is juicy, brilliantly colored and as naturally sweet as anything I have ever experienced. I love it so much that in our house it is known as Watermagic. To honor this great […]
Tags: 30 day challenge, compassionate eating, dairy free, going veg, granita, trying vegan, trying vegetarian, vegan, vegan challenge, vegan dessert, vegan experience, vegan recipe, watermelon granita, watermelon mint
Happy Memorial Day! The official start date of the 30 day Vegan Experience has been moved to June 30th. Exploits has had such a great response that I wanted to give people more time jump on board with their own 30 day challenge. It is all about small steps creating great change. Are you willing […]
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In honor of Cinco de Mayo I wanted to share one of my most favorite recipes. I created it after a trip to Puerto Rico, where we had authentic Tostones. Plantain Cakes 2 ripe yellow plantains 1/4 cup black olives chopped 1/4 cup diced green chiles (canned and drained) 1/2 of a large red bell […]
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