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
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A GREEN Evening Under the Newport Beach Stars!
We had such a magical night last night at Whole Foods Fashion Island in Newport Beach, CA in conjunction with our local OC Green Drinks presenting: GREEN HOME MAKEOVER: 5 Steps to Create a Healthy Home! We loved seeing many of you there and meeting new friends (but, missed those who live afar and could… Read More
Mint Chip Shake Recipe
By guest blogger, Chef Raya Belna Yield about 5 cups 1 1/2 c coconut milk 1 c cashews 1/4 c raw honey 1/4 tsp vanilla bean 1/4 tsp spirulina 2-3 drops mint essential oil Pinch Himalayan pink salt 2 c ice 1.) Blend all ingredients until smooth. 2.) Stir in 2 oz cacao nibs or… Read More
Nectarine Mango Pie (raw fusion, gluten-free + vegan)
By Chef Raya Belna of Wildcraft This lovely summer pie is a great blend of raw and cooked. The chia seeds add a wonderful boost of omega-3 fatty acids while the fresh fruit lends a gentle sweetness without the need for added sugar. Yield: one 9 inch pie Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Generously grease… Read More
Raw Acorn Squash Soup
by chef Raya Belna, Wildcraft Elixir Bar Related Articles: Sip Your Way to Health With Sensational Smoothies! Creamy Vegan Butternut Squash Soup Does Your Cup of Coffee Contain a Latte of Chemicals? Strawberry Fields Forever: RAW Strawberry Almond Tart Recipe RAW Mango Tarragon Burger Anais+Raya :: Culinary Collective + Elixir Bar Seasonal Cleansing Roasted Brussels… Read More
Seasonal Cleansing
by chef Raya Belna As we transition from Summer to Fall, our bodies react to the change in weather and need to cleanse. To prepare our bodies for the impending holiday and heavier foods, a short juice cleanse is crucial. Juicing gives our digestion a much needed break, rejuvenates our energy, boosts our immune system… Read More
RAW Mango Tarragon Burger
Wondering how to eat healthy and still enjoy backyard summer parties? Here is my recipe for the BEST summer burgers ever! Bring these to your next BBQ and I guarantee no one will miss the meat or the heat! 1 c sprouted sunflower seeds 1 c walnuts, soaked and dehydrated 1 mango, extra ripe 1/4… Read More