Monthly Archives: August 2011

BOOK REVIEW – The Art Of Raw Food

I read cookbooks like novels and absolutely devoured The Art of Raw Food.  The information provided within the book is so eloquent and the photography is so simple and striking.  I have always loved the Danish design aesthetic of clean uncluttered lines … Continue reading

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THE SECRET RECIPE CLUB – Deep “Un-Fried” Ice Cream

Last month I heard about a fun way to add some spice to my blogging.  Amanda from the blog, Amanda’s Cooking started something really neat called The Secret Recipe Club back in April with 19 participants.  Basically, you sign-up to participate and you … Continue reading

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Filed under Dessert, Frozen Treats, Gluten Free, Ice Cream, Kid Friendly, Quick, Recipes, Secret Recipe Club, Vegan, Vegetarian

HOW TO BAKE GLUTEN-FREE

My latest Chic Vegan column. I have lots of vegan bread recipes that call for whole wheat flour, but I don’t bake with gluten.  Is there a formula for adding xanthan gum to gluten free flours, ie…teaspoon for every cup … Continue reading

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PEAS AND THANK YOU

If you haven’t yet heard of the blog Peas and Thank You, you will soon.  I am a big fan.  We are all in luck because Sarah Matheny, otherwise known as  Mama Pea, has just come out with her first cookbook.  Be … Continue reading

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FIG NEWTONS – Gluten Free

The other day when I was at the grocery store with my children, my son mentioned how much he liked fig newtons.  I happen to love fig newtons too.  I can remember being a kid and mowing through a whole … Continue reading

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Filed under Cookies / Bars, Dessert, Gluten Free, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian

SUN TEA

Sometime it feels like a childhood memory floods-in out of no where.  We have been experiencing a beautiful albeit hot summer and as a result my mind got to wandering and daydreaming about iced tea.   I haven’t had iced tea in … Continue reading

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ASK GRETTIE – Natural Remedies for Ulcers

One of my Chic Vegan columns… Dear Grettie- I have an ulcer.  What can I do naturally to help it heal and what can I do in the future to avoid its return? -Andy I am sorry to hear that … Continue reading

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PRODUCT REVIEW – PB2

A reader introduced me to this product via a comment on one of my posts and I was intrigued enough to purchase some and try it for myself.  I must say that I LOVE this product and am completely addicted … Continue reading

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MEXICALI CHOP – With Crunchy Tortilla Strips

I came upon this recipe for Mexicali Chop Salad recently on Vegetarian Times website and thought I would share it with you.  This recipe is courtesy of Real Food Daily…a restaurant I have yet to try, but hope to soon! … Continue reading

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Filed under Beans/Legumes, Gluten Free, Main Dish, Recipes, Salad, Salad Dressing, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian

DETOX NATURALLY WITH WATER

Detoxification and its dangers Detoxification has been highly publicized in recent times and with right reasons. The amount of toxicity in human body has been multiplying because of a number of factors in recent times. The human body today is … Continue reading

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