Vegan (if you sub maple syrup or agave for the honey), Raw (if using a raw sweetener), and Gluten-freeI just made some raw, vegan, chocolate-covered carrot cake balls. These were delish!I couldn't believe that I was able to dip these carrot cake bites into smooth, rich chocolate that was completely raw and SUPER simple to make. I used a mini cupcake pan to separate and freeze each … [Read more...]

Vegan, Raw, Gluten-freeHas a buttery, nutty taste. Absolutely delicious!Ingredients: 1 1/2 cup cashews1/2 cup water2 Tbsps coconut nectar, maple syrup, or agave nectar2 1/2 Tbsps coconut oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt1 tsp lemon juiceBlend all ingredients in a high speed blender until smooth.Place in fridge to achieve a thicker consistency and spread on cake when you’re ready to … [Read more...]

This was a rather inexpensive and not-too-difficult project. I felt excited about it because I had wanted a cake stand, and I liked the idea of making my very own.Materials:Plate- glass or porcelain (the flatter, the better)Drinking Glass- wine glass or gobletSpray Paint- any colorLacquer Heavy Duty Glue (I used liquid nails)Directions:First, I went to the thriftstore and found an … [Read more...]

Being the only vegetarian in my family (along with Yannick) was something I got used to after the first year. With it came mostly curiosity and support, with a few patronizing comments from time to time.  I've always been open about my reasons behind not eating meat, which are endless- moral, health, environmental, economic, etc- and I try to encourage my family and friends to be mindful of … [Read more...]

Minimalism...I really enjoy this photo. Thriving with only that which is necessary to live, and that's it. Just meditating on this photo opens my mind and empties my thoughts- the unnecessary anxiety-provoking ones. Zen.I am tempted to leave it at that, but I suppose I will indulge in an explanation. A personal explanation. Bear with me. Since being married, I've found that parts of … [Read more...]