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Healthy Holiday Guide + Free Solstice Class

A curated healthy holiday guide with homemade recipes, Ayurvedic self-care products, handcrafted gifts + discounts and a free Winter Solstice class to inspire serenity all season. Continue reading

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Appam, a Kerala breakfast + Book Giveaway

Also called “rice hoppers,” Appam are thin, pillowy crepes made of fermented rice and coconut. With a soft center and crispy edges, it’s truly heaven in a bite – a light and healthy delight! Continue reading

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Baked Kitchari Loaf

Baked Kitchari is a great revelation. I tried it as an experiment during CoVid season, when it seemed everyone was baking and I wondered what it would be to bake a loaf of rice and beans! Turns out it is indescribably wonderful – truly comfort and love in a loaf. Continue reading

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Peach Pecan Oatmeal Cobbler

In an upside down world, a simple Peach Cobbler can be so reassuring. This vegan version, with peaches, pecans, oats, oat milk and spices, is like Nature’s way of saying, “I love you.” Continue reading

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Oatmeal Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars

These incredibly healthy, vegan bars by Lisa Tabea of Soulfood Bakery are so good that each time I serve them, everyone asks for more! Continue reading

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Black Rice Noodles, Delicata Squash & Turmeric Miso Dressing

In this winning recipe by Gina Parisi of @theayurvedakitchen roasted squash and rice noodles are tossed with a pungent miso dressing and bitter greens for an elegant, delightful seasonal meal. Continue reading

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GF Crepes with Cinnamon Orange Honey

Based on the simple flatbread called chapati, this egg-free, gluten-free recipe can be modified to your tastes. Make the batter a bit thicker by adding less water and you have pancakes. Make it thinner and you have a more delicate crepe. Either way, it is delicious with a little honey, or fresh fruit preserves. Continue reading

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Pumpkin Strata

Served up for Thanksgiving brunch, this cheesy, savory, heavenly delight is comfort food that will impress. Continue reading

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Joani’s Ferments 2: Beet Kvass

“Ferments have healthy digestive enzymes, loads of dietary fiber and a terrific profile of probiotics to really amp your belly’s fire power.” Learn how to make your own. Continue reading