Hungry Hungry Hippie

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Foodies and fundraisers

First off, can I just say cancer is a mother effer.  We all can agree on this I’m sure.   On July 25th I will be auctioning off a home-made treat for The Great Fundraising Act.  Susan needs to focus on keeping her energy levels high and leave woes of hospital bills to bloggers.  Susan, me, Janetha, and Holly Ready to get your bid on?  Good.  Now.  Raise your hand if you are obsessed with cookbooks and other food related reading materials.  Ok, for all the foodies with their hands in the air, this next… Read more >

July 16, 2011 Uncategorized Read more >

Let’s get sconed

Blueberry Coconut Scones (v, gf) Ingredients: 1 cup coconut flour 1 cup brown rice flour 1 tbsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/3 cup coconut oil (plus extra for brushing) 1/3 cup agave nectar (I used 1/6 cup agave + 1/6 cup maple syrup) 1 tbsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup hot water * 1 cup frozen blueberries *You may or may not need to add more water depending on a few variables (like the temperature of your coconut oil/maple syrup and how big your frozen blueberries are). Directions: Preheat oven to 350.  Add all dry… Read more >

July 15, 2011 Uncategorized Read more >

Happy Fourth!

I’m working today, but I plan to join up with Kyle and friends as soon as I’m outta the hospital.  I may shower first.  But it depends on how many patients poop on me today…too graphic?  My bad. In the meantime, I thought it would be fun to take a trip down memory lane.  Can you believe one year ago today I was drinking away my singledom at my bachelorette party in Las Vegas?!?!   It was definitely one of the best weekends of my life.  At least I think it was.  My memory isn’t… Read more >

July 4, 2011 Uncategorized Read more >

Vegan in Paris

Before I post about my last day in Paris, I wanted to take a brief moment to share all the research I did prior to visiting this gorgeous city.  Paris, oh Paris, where to begin.  With your ham and cheese filled cuisine and head-strong chefs, it’s no wonder vegans find themselves in deep water when dining in your fair city.    There are a few exceptions though…you just have to do your research. [And be with fellow travelers that are ok with doing the veggie thing]  While I personally didn’t go out of my way to… Read more >

June 29, 2011 Uncategorized, Read more >

Tal Ronnen

I just read this article and I think it’s fantastic.  Tal Ronnen is a chef, dubbed “the best vegan chef in America” by Oprah.  And let’s be real, she knows America.  He also catered Ellen’s wedding.  And designed the vegan meals for all 22 of the Wynn and Encore restaurants in Vegas.  Some favorite quotes: "If I could get one point across, it would be this: Being a vegan is not about depriving yourself. If you sit around eating lettuce and carrots all day because that’s what you think vegans are doing, you’re doing it… Read more >

June 24, 2011 Uncategorized Read more >