What a lovely and peaceful way of vegetarian dining at Zen Oasis where food and zen are so beautifully fused together. The combination of the serene gardens and the wholesome vegetarian buffet lunch was too much to pass up… This winter I’m in Sydney visiting family, and while I’m here I’ve decided to check out a vegetarian restaurant that everyone so raves about. Zen Oasis is an Asian vegetarian buffet…
If you have been a vegan even just for a few weeks, you have probably already heard the arguments that non-vegans present to justify the continued consuming of animal products. Whilst some people are clearly just concerned about their health and unaware of vegan health facts (let’s face it, we all worry about our health and not knowing all the facts only increases our fear of trying something different) most of the excuses for still…
“A man can live and be healthy without killing animals for food; therefore, if he eats meat, he participates in taking animal life merely for the sake of his appetite. And to act so is immoral.”- Leo Tolstoy Talking about the vegan diet makes me remember my Aunt. She is the best cook and moreover, a passionate soul. We often visit each other and when we do we always cook…
Nothing spells comfort like the combination of spicy cinnamon and sweet apples! One of the healthiest, fruit-centric desserts you can whip up is a baked apple crumble, with a thick layer of juicy apples and a crunchy whole grain topping. Every delicious bite is packed with fiber and nutrients. Ingredients: Filling 4 large apples, peeled, cored, sliced ¼ cup orange juice ½ teaspoon cinnamon Crumb Topping 2/3 cup old-fashioned rolled…
Before leaving home, I got warned by several people that Russia is not the most vegan-friendly country to travel in. It’s funny how people who are not even vegan and have probably never been to Russia become experts on unknown territory. I must admit that I was happily surprised about the veggie situation in this gigantic country. I have committed to not paying for any sleep, so CouchSurfing is just…
A few years ago, I was facilitating a group of medical students in a self-reflection exercise. After sharing, listening, weeping and hugging, we stood in a circle and pressed the palms of our hands together and brought them to our hearts. I looked deeply into the eyes of each student in the circle and said, “Namaste. The light in me sees the light in you. The sacred in me sees…
Most people experience some amount of anxiety when coming home for the holidays, whether it’s because you’re bringing home a significant other to meet the folks for the first time or you may not be on the best terms with a family member. Most people typically don’t think “dietary issues” would make a family gathering stressful, but for vegans this is often times the case. Having to explain to family…
The holidays are here, and it’s time for Peter to dust off his Swedish cookbook and make pepparkakor, a traditional Swedish ginger cookie. Peter has fond memories of his mom making home-made pepparkakor as a child, and now he’s instilling those memories in our boys. Every year he collects all of the ingredients together, with a quick run to IKEA for any missing items, and then he creates a massive…
From the menu to the art to the market offerings, the things you find at Lifefood are curated with the utmost health in mind. The café style dining offers many to-go options, along with smoothies and Chinese herbal tonics. The market section offers high-vibe supplements, personal care products, and ingredients to make your own healthy vegan food at home. Life Food Organic Santa Monica is the 2nd location of one…
Sweet Veggie: This sweet spot of vegetarian eatery serves authentically traditional Taiwanese food that is tasty, fulfilling, and flavorful! It’s a rare pop and mom shop run by husband and wife. These are very friendly people who love what they do. It shows in their food, because the food is just so good. The best part is the price — it’s very inexpensive and affordable! For just $7 bucks you…
When I began dating my husband 20 years ago, we had a big challenge between us. Although he wasn’t vegetarian yet, he had abstained from eating red meat for years and I was very carnivorous. Initially, I didn’t think it would be a problem, but after a few dates, it became an obvious problem. One night, we went out for dinner to a burger/coffee shop. He ordered a salad and…
As a registered dietitian for 25 years, I know a thing or two about nutrition. And not so long ago, a vegan diet was cause for concern among the health care community because of concern regarding potential nutrient risks. Flash forward to today, and growing research points out that a well-planned vegan diet can not only meet your nutrient needs, it can offer a range of benefits, such as a…
Nestled inside the bustling Grand Central Market of Downtown L.A. you’ll find Ramen Hood serving 100% vegan food. Created by Top Chef Season 2 winner Ilan Hall, the new hottest food in town is vegan ramen. This plant-based, meat-free noodle soup is super rich in flavor. I was told the creamy broth is made with sunflower seeds, which explains the pleasant nutty flavor. The al dente ramen noodles have perfect…