I 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
Here’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
I 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
My 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
Today’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
Wanted to wish you a Happy Healthy Holiday! Thought it would be appropriate, as a ‘healthy’ chef….. to remind you about my 3 bite rule for desserts: The first bite? WOW that’s good. The second bite? WOWOWOW THAT REALLY IS GOOD. The third bite? Now I’m being naughty! You’ll get all the flavor if you … Read more
Hey Folks! We’re still in the holiday season…. still cooking holiday food. And the hydrogenated, high fructose crap is still on store shelves. These are things you might not even know are genetically modified or containing chemicals and other things our body can’t process. It’s easy to watch out for them…. if you know! Sooooo……This … Read more
Wouldn’t you say that December is the month for Soup? It’s really satisfying. For those of us who are trying on the ‘gluten free’ deal, we are now backing away from those broths. Natural Flavors….. another fine name for gluten. Yes? Well here are some soup ideas….. you can always create your own broth and run … Read more
It’s never too early to start thinking about New Year’s Resolutions. And if we go research the web, we’ll probably find that most of those resolutions are connected to diet or good health. (ikr)? I don’t know if you’re anything like me, but last xmas I put on a whole dress size. What does that … Read more
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
