Food and Drink

In addition from providing some nice flavor, turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties! The next time you're fighting off a cold-bug, or a soft-tissue injury, add some to your dinner, lunch or even your smoothie!  (I tried the latter this morning with my pumpkin smoothie and it was quite tasty!) Once again, another example of how food […]

I've written about how much I LOVE coconut oil- here's yet another time it comes in handy…. as a hair deep-conditioner! I'm certainly not one to take the cheap way out when it comes to ANYTHING related to taking care of the body, including getting regular massage, (obviously) putting only high quality food in and […]

Why not? You've heard of pineapple or mango salsa; why not try it with another fruit? Last night, I served a really tasty concoction: Strawberry, Cucumber, Mint, Red Onion, (in order of quantity) chopped and added to fresh lime juice, a splash of extra virgin olive oil and some freshly ground black pepper.  I poached […]

I admit- I got this idea from a friend who showed up at our lunch date drinking a milkshake from an ice cream shoppe!   Many creameries debut seasonal flavors in addition to their normal menu- and this place had added pumpkin ice cream to their list of offerings. No, I’m not suggesting you start your […]