Monthly Archives: June 2011
SUMMER FUN – Blog Slow-Down
The kids FINALLY got out of school last Thursday, so we are now into Summer full swing. I really enjoy having the kids home full-time and get so excited to plan activities and go play with them…therefore, my blogs will … Continue reading
Filed under Vegan, Vegetarian
PATRIOTIC CHEESECAKE – Vegan and Gluten Free
This recipe is my entry for the Spunky Holiday roundup. I recently came across the blog, The Spunky Coconut, and am so glad I did. I have already made several of the recipes from the site and my family has … Continue reading
Filed under Cheesecake, Dessert, Gluten Free, Nuts, Raw, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian
GUEST POST – Hemp as a Food Source
Today’s Guest Post is by Hailey Mills of Rain Hemp. Hailey is passionate about sharing the benefits of hemp and does so through her blog (http://raindrops2000.wordpress.com/) and website (http://www.rainhemp.biz/index.html) where she sells all things hemp. For those of you who worry … Continue reading
Filed under Education, General Vegan, Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian
PIZZA AND PAINTBALL
A few weeks ago my son turned 10! It is hard to believe that he is already 10 years old. For his party we played paintball at Hollywood Sports Park (so fun!). My husband found out that Hollywood Sports Park … Continue reading
Filed under General Vegan, Quick, Vegan, Vegetarian
PRODUCT REVIEW – The Artisanal Kitchen EVOO
I was recently sent a sample of The Artisanal Kitchen’s “Three Olives” 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil to try (first cold pressed). This olive oil is both grown and produced in California (I LOVE local products) and is an olive … Continue reading
Filed under Product Reviews, Vegan, Vegetarian
SALSA FRESCA
Salsa Fresca is so basic and something I always have on hand. I make large batches of it and keep it in the freezer in 1 cup portions. The Salsa Fresca recipe below is the secret ingredient in my famous … Continue reading
Filed under Gluten Free, Raw, Recipes, Sauce, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian
ASK GRETTIE – Eliminating Cheese From Your Diet
This is my latest column for Chic Vegan. ~ I am in need of your expertise. I am considering taking dairy out of my kid’s diet to look more like me & my husband’s diet, but I am finding the … Continue reading
Filed under Chic Vegan Column, Children, Education, Food Substitutions, General Vegan, Research, Vegan, Vegetarian
PRODUCT REVIEW – De Boles Gluten Free Rice Spirals
De Bole’s Gluten Free Rice Spirals were so disappointing that I was left wondering why I ever ventured away from our tried and true favorite gluten free pasta (Ancient Harvest Quinoa Pasta). I saw the De Boles pasta on sale at Pavilions … Continue reading
Filed under Gluten Free, Product Reviews, Vegan, Vegetarian
BAJA CORN CHOWDER
Fresh corn is so good this time of year. When I created this chowder I was interested in making a corn chowder with a Baja twist, but I wanted a chowder that celebrated the crisp sweetness of the corn and … Continue reading
Filed under Gluten Free, Recipes, Soup, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian
