By Chef Mark Cleveland Seitan (pronounced: SAY-tahn), or wheat gluten protein (aka: vegan meat), has been around for centuries; originating in China most likely as a vegan Buddhist meat alternative. It was cultivated into a culinary art of many flavors as an offering to Chinese Emperors who observed a week of vegetarianism each year as… Read More
Feng Shui Checklist: 7 Steps to Locate the Best Home!
By guest blogger, Carol Cannon Photo credit: Nest Design Group Looking for a home with Feng Shui in mind ensures a smoother process and long lasting happiness in your new digs. Of course, while finding a well cared for structure is always important; there are other items – both visible and invisible – that can… Read More
Cinnamon Date Muffins {Gluten-Free + Vegan + Sugar-Free}
By Chef Raya Belna Looking for a perfect side dish to bring to an upcoming holiday festivity or family get-together? For dinner or breakfast paired with a cup of tea or hot cocoa, you can enjoy this comfort food – sans the sugar (and guilt)! yield: 12 Related Articles: Sip Your Way to Health With… Read More
5 Sustainable Countertops That Are Better Than Granite
By Rachel Hulan, ASID, CID There is a funny myth out there that granite countertops are the crown jewel; the very best possible thing you could have in a kitchen. They are considered a sign of quality, even a major selling point for houses on the market. “New kitchen and bath, with GRANITE countertops!” boast… Read More
Feng Shui for New Buildings: 7 Essential Tips
By Carol Cannon Feng Shui is often used to correct imbalances in one’s surroundings. Did you know that you can also create a new home or commercial space by incorporating the tools of Feng Shui? It’s an ideal time to implement these ancient guidelines. Here are seven tips to keep in mind when designing your… Read More
A New Mama’s World: A Green Fantastic Point of View
By guest blogger, Chef Tanya Fuqua Boy – they tell you life will be different, but you’re never really prepared for the changes that life as a first time mom will bring! You love your new role, but how do you maintain your previous healthy routine with this new more complicated AND time consuming one;… Read More
DIY Peppermint Lip Balm Recipe
By The Dabblist Raise your hand if you’re a lip balm-aholic! I can’t be the only one. I used to go through several tubes of balm on a monthly basis, all in the name of moisturized (and oh so kissable) lips. But then one day, I had my aha moment. It involved turning the tube… Read More
Cosmetic Lies in Pink Disguise: The Top 10 Ingredients to Avoid!
It’s October which is synonymous with National Breast Cancer Awareness. We’ve discussed Pinkwashing here before (Pinkwashing: A Growing Concern) and this time, chemist and industry expert, David Pollock, is releasing a warning regarding “pinkwashing” practices common in the beauty industry. The term pinkwashing refers to the sale of items that contain ingredients that are known… Read More