I connected with Constance Baker 4 years ago through the Instagram account of her boutique @weepahway. She sold curated vintage at music festivals and pop ups in 2009, then opened Weepah Way in Highland Park in 2014. Full disclosure, I rarely shop curated vintage, because like Constance, we both enjoy the experience of nosing through rags houses, dusty racks at thrift shops, eyeing/ editing the rails for quality fabrication and patina. Constance has The Most incredible eye, and her selfies wearing stylish outfits on Instagram became a delicious (and naughty) virtual shop. All I can say is quite a few drives across town to purchase “ugh that’s too good” pieces I knew would take years for me to find. Quite...
The look is rustic and homey, so don’t fall out with worry if the pie crumbles a bit when serving. Pour on the vegan cream and smile. We’re talking laid back. Imagine yourself chilling out in Big Sur, eating the pie out of a bowl, while the waves crash in the background. My intention is a sensory experience of flavor, grounding, and refreshing. No jolts or rushes, rather a calming sense of satisfaction. Naked Apple Pie Crust 1 cup raw almonds 1/4 cup raw cashews 1 1/2 cups medjool dates de seeded and roughly chopped 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 2 tablespoons good olive oil (not extra virgin, the flavor is too intense)...
As we move into the cooler months of Fall and Winter, who doesn’t like the rustic simplicity of Lasagne? Put some good old love into it, cooking a meal that makes your toes curl. A little effort goes a long way in the cookin’ and lovin’ department. As always, I recommend using organic produce and products for quality and higher nutritional value. Eggplant and Zucchini Lasagne Lasagne cooked as per the instruction on the packet Olive oil for frying Tomato sauce 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 eggplant sliced in thin wedges 3 zucchini sliced into thin wedges Large bunch of basil 1 onion finely chopped 1 carrot finely chopped 1 celery stalk finely chopped 1lb premium can...
Supreme Taco Salad This salad is a meal in itself. Light and refreshing, it's deceptively filling. The savory flavor is satisfying without the heaviness of meat. I have two options for you to prepare the nut meat. If you are new to raw foods, you might like to bake it for a more intense, meatier flavor. This is a great way to slowly transition into vegetarian meals. The other option is to use a dehydrator, warming the nut meat until crispy. Something to think about: Eating raw or dehydrated foods retains 100% of the nutritional value, while cooking over 150° diminishes nutritional value of food by 50%. Whenever possible, try to eat all food in its raw and freshest state....
Waste Not, Want Not Use less! The Goodwill or Salvation Army are treasure troves, Gently worn pieces have a beautiful patina which makes them personal and special. They're also half the price and help to save the environment. Invest in glass or ceramic dishes. Plastic, when heated up, leaks toxins into foods and liquids, so if at all possible, leave it out. Thrift stores have shelves of old glass jars. A simple scrub, and they’re ready to be refilled. Old toothbrushes are perfect for cleaning, especially in between tiles in the bathroom. Recycle Recycling reduces what goes to landfill, but it's not a long-term solution. The unfortunate truth: recycling facilities are very specific about what they accept. Only 8% of plastics are...
