Everyone knows it’s important for kids to learn their ABCs and one-two-threes, but some local tots are also learning how to cook meals from scratch. At The Waldorf School of Philadelphia, students as young as 18 months practice kneading dough and cooking rice. As part of the school’s Early Education […]

Some of you may know that I have been working hard on a community centered health project called Food To Grow On.  It consists of making really yummy raw vegan fruit and veggie roll ups, kombucha and coconut cornbread muffins (Gluten Free). I have been then going to flea markets […]

Raw Cherry Chocolate Pie For the Crust 3 dates soaked in filtered water a handful of golden raisons soaked in filtered water 2 tbs of cashews soaked in filtered water 1-1.5 cups of ground flax seed a pinch of sea salt 1 tsp coconut oil shredded coconut for the top […]

Nettles in my smoothie?! Nettles is a magical herb, that when fresh will sting you if you touch it, and the juice will take it away. It can be dried and used in a multitude of ways, or cooked or juiced when fresh. It’s packed with essential nutrients and powerful […]

Chia Seed Pudding “Thousands of years ago, chia seed was a staple in the diets of ancient Mayans and Aztecs. The word chia is derived from the Mayan language, meaning “strength,” and Aztec warriors relied on chia seed to boost energy and increase stamina. Today this tiny seed is a […]

It’s time for pesto!!! ( adapted from “I am Graceful” by Terces Engelhart) Makes 1-1/2-2 cups 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 3/4 teaspoon salt 3 bunches basil (leaves only) 3/4 cup of olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/4 cup almond butter or 1 cup hemp seeds or walnuts or mixture of […]

So you need something quick and easy, also warm and filled with nutrients? Give this recipe a try: 1.5-2 Tbs olive oil Half of red onion chopped 1 TBS of papaya seeds or 1/4 tsp of black pepper 1/4 tsp coriander spice 1 cup sprouted adzuki beans# or other small […]

So Winter’s got you dreaming of the tropics? Try this not so local raw pudding, it will have you swept away in no time and zingging with all the great nutrients! 1 papaya (seeds removed*) 1 mango (pit removed) 1 avocado (pit removed) 1 banana Remove all fruits from skin […]

Minestrone for a crowd adapted from ciaosamin.com Makes 8 to 10 servings This big batch of soup is made in two parts: the dried beans are cooked in one pot and the vegetables in noter, and when everything is tender, they are combined into a heavenly soup. 1 cup ( […]

Tasty olive oil granola improvised from earlybirdfoods.com Makes about 7 cups 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds, hulled 1 cup raw sunflower seeds, hulled 1 cup raw coconut chips or shredded 11/4 cup raw pecans or walnuts, coarsely chopped 3/4 cup pure maple syrup or honey […]