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Master The Art Of Raw Vegan Sushi (Part 2)

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  Raw Spicy Vegan Tuna Sushi Roll *Gluten-Free, Raw, Vegan, Nut-Free* Recipe By: Chef Mallori Simko, Los Angeles Based Living Foods Chef Makes 1 Roll 10 Minutes Preparation Time Tools: Kyocera Knife, Cutting Board, Blender, Spoon Spicy Tuna Mixture: Dry ingredients 1/4 Cup Raw Dehydrated Sprouted Seeds (‘Go Raw’ Simple Seed Mix) 2 Tbsp Hemp Seeds 1 Tbsp Dulse Flakes 1 tsp Salt *Blend Together and set aside Wet Ingredients 1…

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How To Master The Art Of Raw Vegan Sushi

How To Master The Art Of Raw Vegan Sushi

Sushi masters spend a lifetime mastering this culinary art. Become a raw vegan sushi ninja with these hacks that will have you making your own tasty, healthy rolls at home in no time. Raw vegan sushi does not use rice. Instead, you can use cauliflower rice or spicy avocado spread. Cauliflower Hemp Rice 1 large cauliflower, leaves removed 2 tablespoon fresh cilantro, minced 2 cloves of garlic 2 cups hulled…

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Restaurant Review: Au Lac

Auc Lac is a legend amongst the vegan scene. The owner Mai Nguyen pioneered the concept in 1997 in Fountain Valley after getting news from her doctor that she had a life threatening brain tumor. She completely healed herself by switching to a raw vegan diet. In 2001, she met chef Ito. They shared a dream to serve and nourish people through a raw and cooked vegan diet. Together they…

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Restaurant Review: Plant Food + Wine

Restaurant Review: Plant Food + Wine

Matthew Kenney has been a pioneer in raw plant-based cuisine for over a decade. Kenney’s newest creation, Plant Food + Wine, takes a leap into that of the cooked variety. The appointed Venice location brings the farm-to-table concept to life with a youthful energy that encapsulates Kenney’s warm, creative spirit. The 70-seat restaurant has a serene outdoor garden with fresh vegetables and herbs grown on site. The upper floor of…

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Almond Hazelnut Bars

Almond Hazelnut Bars

This recipe is a bit of a weird experiment gone good. I wanted to play around with the idea of using both the oven, as well as my dehydrator, to make some half-baked / half-raw bars. I’ve seen some cooks using their ovens on the lowest setting to dehydrate food, while others use professional dehydrators. I have a dehydrator, but unfortunately its a rather basic one, and the motor doesn’t…

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Restaurant Review: The Springs, Los Angeles

Restaurant Review: The Springs, Los Angeles

Nestled between hip art galleries and coffee shops is a 13,500 square foot vegan paradise in downtown Los Angeles called The Springs. This vegan café and juice bar* meets yoga studio and state-of-the-art spa would make any West-sider brave the 10. The holistically assembled desert oasis theme reminds one a bit of the oh-so-cool Ace Hotel in Palm Springs. Every dish is so elegantly prepared and served, boasting the freshest…

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Semi-Raw Vegan Lasagna

Semi-Raw Vegan Lasagna

So the other day I was thinking, if you can turn courgettes into noodles, then why not use them to make a semi-raw veggie lasagna? The classic lasagna pasta sheets are a lot wider than courgette slices, but if you layer them two by two, they work perfectly. For the filling, I used a nutty sun-dried tomato sauce, and vegan sour cream. This semi-raw lasagna is really tasty, but unfortunately it’s not…

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Raw Spaghetti With Bolognese Sauce

Raw Spaghetti With "Bolognese” Sauce

We all know that being vegan or vegetarian doesn’t necessarily mean eating healthy, and sometimes it’s tough to say no to all the sugary, fatty, processed foods. I know I can’t resist them, especially during the holidays. But now that the Easter festivities are over, it’s a good moment to put the chocolate eggs aside, and get back on the right track by eating more fresh foods. Whenever I start…

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Restaurant Highlight – Gratitude Organic Eatery, Munich

Restaurant Highlight - Gratitude Organic Eatery, Munich

Munich, Germany in winter is magical; like visiting the inside of a snow globe. I know, I know…don’t fret about the Oktoberfest chicken dance, there is vegan food for you in Munich. Munich hosts one of the several Veganz all vegan grocery store franchises, as well as several vegan restaurants. I’m a vegan food snob, and the Gratitude Organic Eatery Restaurant is a special gem inside that beautiful German snow…

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Health/ Juicing/ Nutrition/ Recipes/ Video

Ginger Power Detox Juice

I’ve noticed that whenever I drink fresh, organic vegetable juice my energy levels go through the ceiling. I feel energised and vibrant; so much so, that I’ve incorporated vegetable juicing into my weekly rhythm as a general health and wellness tonic. Juicing fresh vegetables, herbs and spices like ginger, can be an excellent way to reset your system and cleanse. It’s perfect to help yourself recover from illness and disease.…

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SunCafe On New Year’s Eve

SunCafe On New Year's Eve

Although I’ve lived in Los Angeles for over two years, SunCafe is a recent discovery for me. The first time I visited the restaurant was to meet a friend for a quick lunch, so I was expecting a small vegan fast food joint. Upon arrival, however, I realized that I had been way off the mark. From the decor to the service to the food…the entire experience was first rate!  …

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Dry Farmed Tomatoes + Raw Tomato Sauce Recipe

Dry Farmed Tomatoes + Raw Tomato Sauce Recipe

I’m celebrating! Dry farmed tomatoes are at the peak of their season now and I can’t get enough of them. I eat them raw for snacks, slice them up for salads or bruschetta, or make heavenly tomato sauce out of them. Dry farmed tomatoes do fantastically well here on the central coast of California, due to the large amounts of rain we get in the fall and winter…and the bone…

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