One year ago today, we said goodbye to our beloved Graham, one half of the pair of our Weimaraners, aged thirteen and a half. He passed in peace, in his home, surrounded by his mum (me), his dad and his sister, Daisy, who will turn fifteen in June and, aside from a bit of arthritis and […]
Read More ›This has got to be one of the most commonly asked questions. Doesn’t help that it’s perpetuated by many Paleo (ish) websites, blogs and even books. The proverbial cheat meal, in my opinion, implies that whatever one is eating is so restrictive they feel deprived in some way and that indirectly causes the need to […]
Read More ›It occurred to me last night when I was finishing up a lovely meal of bone broth, which I’d made using grass fed bones, garlic, lemongrass, garlic, ginger and some pastured chicken breast with some raw chard thrown in last minute that times sure have changed. For me, that is. Former vegan here, don’t forget. […]
Read More ›Bone Broth. Sounds pretty simple, right? Stick some bones in a pot and boil ’em, then give ’em to the dog? Sure…that’s one option, but why not serve it to yourself? Homemade bone broth offers the following health benefits: It’s rich in proline and glycine (important for a healthy gut and digestion, muscle repair and […]
Read More ›Missing your ice-cream, now that you’re Paleo? Rather than going faux-Paleo with some of the choices for ice-creams or substitutes on the market these days, why not keep it simple and just eat fruit? It may sound like something that would never fit the bill, but before you judge, consider: If you have frozen fruit, […]
Read More ›The same principles of treating the cause, rather than the symptom when it comes to our overall health, taking the same approach to treating a common cold or a nasty round of the flu often serves to be the best method to returning to good health sooner than later. Sure, it’s easy to reach for […]
Read More ›For as long as I can remember, prawns have been a favorite of mine. After eating a light lunch just now of some wild prawns, raw oysters, a bell pepper and some leaves, courtesy of Santa Monica Seafood, I had these creatures of the sea on my mind when I decided to make them […]
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Whether you’re hosting a Super Bowl party or attending one today, there’s no need to worry that you’ll be left with no other choices but to gorge on jumbo bags of nacho chips, dip and beer, beer, and more beer! While I’m not trying to convince all the die-hard fans that they should watch the game […]
Read More ›Not referring to the actual event, you see; rather, I’m writing about the challenge of making Superbowl -party friendly fare…that also happens to fit within Paleo parameters. In response to my invitation to send me your challenges for dishes you’d like to create in healthier manner, one reader sent in the following request: “What […]
Read More ›Yesterday as I walked into the Market in the Santa Monica Place mall to teach one of my Paleoista cooking classes at Gourmandise, I came across a pleasant surprise that resulted in a twenty minute delay in my arrival to help prep. (Not to worry; the staff there are amazing and never fail to have […]
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