bok choy coleslaw
the beginning of the grilling season has pulled us outdoors and commanded we try to grill anything we can. but to go along with the charbroiled treats, i’ve been quite a fiend for coleslaws and tasty raw salads which clear the palate nicely. i usually skip the mayo, using oil, lemon juice and honey for flavor instead. because i sometimes find it tough to find the standard cabbage in the spring and summer, i have found myself searching for... Read More
chamomile lemonade
have you ever come across fresh chamomile at the farmers’ market? i love loose chamomile tea but the fresh stuff is even better, just like how fresh mint tea is so much better than the dried version. i found bunches of fresh chamomile at a stand in the hollywood farmers’ market, but with this warm weather i don’t feel like brewing hot tea. and since i’ve been obsessed with different flavors of lemonade, i instantly thought... Read More
simple summer eats
summer is all about spending time outdoors with friends and family, while enjoying really great food and drink that accent all of the fresh flavors the season has to offer. don’t waste a lot of time slaving over a hot stove, entertain and enjoy yourself with these 20 simple recipes for light summer fare! Read More Read More
5 reasons to go raw, and 5 not to
i have worked at two juice bars here in LA and think i’ve gotten a pretty good taste of the raw food experience. i’ve sampled and prepared many raw creations, learned about the health benefits and most importantly, met a lot of people that have plenty of experience with raw food. personally, a completely raw diet isn’t for me, but i do enjoy raw food as a good portion of what i eat. i prefer having the option to eat delicious... Read More
fresh corn gazpacho
when i got 3 fresh ears of corn at the farmers’ market i thought i’d make myself some tasty corn chowder, but it’s getting so god awfully hot in the kitchen i couldn’t bare to stand over the heat of the stove. so i threw some fresh veggies in the blender and made a cool soup that sure is refreshing when you find yourself wedged right in the sweaty armpit of summer. Read More Read More