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Carrot icicles and a big ‘ol brownie

Another day another packed lunch.     For breakfast I had oats with home-made almond granola on top (I just realized I never posted that recipe).  Oops!   I intended on eating the banana with the oats, but it was so good on it’s own I didn’t mess with it.  I ate this around 9 am – earlier than usual – but two of my three patients wanted to be left alone.  Provided they are medically stable, I try to accommodate their wishes as best I can.  I can relate to not being a morning person,… Read more >

Fudgy Double Decker Chocolate Brownies

Fudgy Double Decker Chocolate Brownies [vegan] Ingredients: Layer 1 3/4 cup all purpose flour 3/4 cup cocoa powder 1/4 cup vegan butter 1/2 cup turbinado sugar 3 tbsp chia seeds 1 1/4 cup chocolate soy milk 1 tsp vanilla 1/4 tsp salt 1 tsp baking powder Layer 2 1/4 cup peanut flour 1/2 cup chocolate soy milk 2 tbsp chia seeds 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp baking powder Directions: Pre-heat oven to 350.   First make layer one. In one bowl combine flour, cocoa, salt, baking powder and mix. In a separate bowl combine melted… Read more >

Replenishing tea (giveaway)

Say it with me now: So-Ken-Bi-Cha So = Refreshing Ken = Health Bi = Beauty Cha = Tea In other words, Sokenbicha is a refreshing tea that helps your body stay healthy and beautiful from the inside out.   A little background… Last month I was talking with a patient’s friend and she mentioned that she drinks aloe.  As a beverage, not a topical application.  Having seen these drinks pop up more and more at Whole Foods, I’ve been wondering about the health benefits (and more importantly the flavor).  It makes sense I guess.  Your… Read more >

Hollywood, Glendale, and Larchmont [oh my]

We covered some serious ground on Laura’s last day in LA! I’m a horrible sister considering I’ve lived in LA for over 6 years (four in college and two currently) and never taken her to see the touristy sights. We started at the Chinese Theatre.  She saw the stars…and some other characters…and quickly realized why I avoided that part of the city.   For lunch we headed over to Mendocino Farms, a place I’ve been meaning to try for a while.    I’m so lame when it comes to leaving the Westside.  I fully admit… Read more >

Dream life

My dream life would consist of waking up, cooking and baking to my heart’s content, hanging out with my family and friends all day, exploring new and familiar neighborhoods in LA, eating at my favorite spots while trying new places, and having big family style meals a few nights a week at our new place. This is basically what I did these past few days.  I wish it didn’t have to end.   I woke up Monday morning and immediately began baking Kyle’s birthday treat.  He requested chocolate brownies, so that’s what I made. After… Read more >