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I love a nice quickie, a little afternoon delight if you will. Summer’s approaching, whether it’s the weather outside or the temperature of the sheets, this sorbet recipe will cool you down in no time. Even more, this is an all-fruit recipe with no added sugars. It is definitely worth licking the spoon. Preparation Prep … Continue reading
What a jam-packed weekend! Friday and Saturday were spent cavorting and celebrating music, dance and food at the Northwest Folklife Festival. What a hoot! If you’re anywhere near the Seattle area, I highly recommend you mark your calendar for next year. If you’re a musician or dancer, juggler, face painter, artist, wacky eccentric or everyone … Continue reading
Eight glasses a day. The human body is mostly water. Water is good for you. Despite what you’ve been told, you’re not buying it. You’ll drink coffee with cream and sugar, diet soda, sports drinks, energy drinks. You’ll even drink Tampico – isn’t that just like orange juice? Okay, maybe you’ll compromise with some Crystal … Continue reading
The cucumber fruit Long, tapered, cylindrical Up to nine inches The cucumber, like the body is mostly water. It’s juicy, refreshing and versatile. I just love foods that you can transform into a variety of recipes. Drink this after a workout to hydrate and replenish electrolytes. That’s how I first learned to enjoy cucumbers as … Continue reading
Three plus weeks of a mostly vegan diet with no refined sugars and I’m craving something “sinful.” Truth be told, I always crave something sinful and I often find a justification to do so. Indulgence is not a bad word in my world, it’s a daily practice. After a dinner of raw chocolate brownie(more like … Continue reading
Welcome to spring my friends. I don’t know about you, but I am ready to shed winter and move on to some sun and warm temperatures. I am most ready for fresh fruit, vegetables and farmer’s markets. I am still repairing all the “damage” from indulgent, comfort eating from the winter. Someone recently told … Continue reading
Good morning! After a glorious night and restful sleep, I’m feeling fresh and frisky. The weather has been less that cheerful here as it prepares for April showers. So to keep my morning perky, I’m making something with a little kick and a lot of flavor. I am in luck, as I have fresh pineapple … Continue reading










