You know how life works….. one thing leads to another….. And my trip to Brooklyn Girl the night before (see blog review on this site) led me to the discovery of True Food kitchen in the Fashion Valley Mall, yesterday. “Combat the trend toward processed food and fast food”. That’s our man Andrew Weil talking … Read more
Read MoreHey! I’m a New Yorker! But I’m not Brooklyn. I’m not the Bronx. I’m not Queens. I’m not even Westchester! I’m Long Island…. and you can count on an upbringing that knows good food! And so does Victoria, the Brooklyn Girl for whom this restaurant is named! I thought I remembered her from what San … Read more
Read MoreI have always lived the motto ‘Make your House a Home’. No matter where in the world I traveled, what ‘efficiency’ (apartment with a kitchen) I was staying in, I always turned it into warm and cozy ~ (even when the ceilings were 24 feet high). I always made it a ‘home’. Which brings me … Read more
Read MoreHere’s where I don’t agree with Dr. Oz…. You want to make sure each meal contains foods from each of the three vital categories: protein, fiber and healthy fats. Ok. I get that. But really… what are you recommending? (Look at how he’s leaning forward looking not so happy now)! lol Protein Cheese Chicken Eggs Fish … Read more
Read MoreI tell you to ‘read your labels’… But here’s a question for ya: What do the labels mean? Need Help with reading your labels? As CEO & Founder of several nationwide brands, I enjoy the benefits of regular newsletters from the National Association of Specialty Foods. Most years, I walk the Fancy Food Show in San … Read more
Read MoreRomano’s Macaroni Grill Allergen Free? Many MANY moons ago, I remember Romano’s Macaroni Grill Grand Opening in Las Vegas on West Sahara. These were platters, (not plates) of food, mountains of food served to each person, in typical over the top abundance of Vegas style. Fast forward two, maybe three decades….. I find myself sitting … Read more
Read MoreDeborah Scott is an incredible Chef. And the Cohn Group is a brilliant group. You may remember them from the Corvette Diner, Indigo Grill in Little Italy, or maybe you like The Prado? Well, their latest trick is Vintana, 1205 Auto Park Way, Escondido. I can only assume that’s a play on words. I’ve seen other … Read more
Read MoreMy brilliant friend Jonathan recently lent me a DVD of a movie called ‘Forks over Knives’. It was the perfect movie to see at this time in my life. As you my recall, I’ve been working on lowering my cholesterol without medication. I did a ‘cleanse’ of sorts thru the holiday and beyond by sticking … Read more
Read MoreDo you know this unassuming woman? Not the exhausted one from a ‘move’ I’ve done in the last two weeks…. the one to the right…. the light, young wisp of a woman with a powerhouse of ideas that created Healthy Creations ~ in both Encinitas and their Organic Kitchen in Vista? I mean, she’s sitting … Read more
Read MoreToday’s topic? Dr. Andrew Weil ~ and his Anti-Inflammatory Diet. Is he a cutie, patootie? Or what? A man who values his health? Someone smart and seems to be full of joy? Where are men like him hiding? I’m just sayin’….. Anyway, I have been reading his books for years. The Huffington Post calls him: … Read more
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