Vegan Green Bean Casserole

What items do we substitute to turn that traditional Green Bean Casserole into a Vegan Green Bean Casserole? I say the key is: LOVE. But ingredient wise, I think the two most important items are Arrowroot and Coconut Creamer. These are great vegan substitutes to thicken up and make YUM the liquid that creates a … Read more

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Nozomi 2 Sushi & BBQ shares Sushi Secrets with Chef Marian

Nozomi 2 Sushi & BBQ in La Jolla is a sleepy little sushi place near the Marriott. And this past weekend, I was at a conference at the Marriott so…….. guess where I wound up? lol First of all…..and barbecue? Really? And then I started thinking: “hmmm…. asian bbq”. I don’t know about you, but … Read more

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Power Hungry People

We are all living in this same world. And no matter what level you are at, it seems that those with more power in their own little kingdoms, sometimes loose their way. So, this is my ‘rant’ about Power Hungry People! When I first moved back to Encinitas from LA, I was shocked when the … Read more

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Sweet Potatoes

One potato, two potato, three potato, four. There’s many kinds of taters but the sweet potatoes, I adore. And they’re good for you too! lol Now correct me if I’m wrong here but…… do you sometimes feel like you’re losing your mind? You go to the market and you see sweet potatoes and yams. You … Read more

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