tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38303113252297506732024-03-14T01:38:50.652-07:00DIRTY ROTTEN VEGANEvahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-62675538345789196452016-01-06T12:28:00.001-08:002016-01-06T12:28:01.090-08:00IT'S IN THE BAG - Favorite Vegan Handbags {Winter 2016}2016 is officially upon us. And so are our resolutions: this year, I've got my eye on stepping my yoga practice up a notch, plant-based eating, making time for travel and adventure...and cleaning out my closet.<br />
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After all, new year, new you. Or, <span class="st">preferably, </span><span class="st">new wardrobe. </span>And, in the spirit of hitting the re-fresh button, it's time to summon our inner power to PURGE. Namely, that collection of dusted-over handbags. It's time to be real with ourselves: we are never going to put that '80s nylon fuchsia clutches we inherited from our moms to good use. Say it with me: I'm not going to use my mom's hand-me-down (albeit fashion-daring) purse. That decade is over. Time to Pare. It. Down.<br />
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Now is the era of embracing some closet feng shui and getting into the minimalism spirit. Deep breaths everyone: it can be done. Here is my curated checklist of a {reasonably small and totally crush-worthy} handful of handbags to get you through the day-to-day this wintry season: <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.angelaroi.com/products/morning-mud-gray-cross-body" target="_blank">Angela Roi</a> // <a href="http://www.hipstersforsisters.com/bum-bag-pocket-xl-black" target="_blank">Hipsters for Sisters</a> // <a href="http://zinkeveryday.com/jaunt-handbag-black-vegan-materials/" target="_blank">Zink Collection</a> // <a href="http://thisispapershop.com/products/handle-backpack-01-denim" target="_blank">This Is Paper</a> // <a href="https://www.pelcor.pt/en/e-shop/sale/detail/sesame-clutch/" target="_blank">Pelcor</a> </td></tr>
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Tips for staying on the road to simplicity this year: keep the color palette neutral, the lines geometric and find a balance between style and function. <br />
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<li>On-trend and versatile, the <a href="http://www.angelaroi.com/products/morning-mud-gray-cross-body" target="_blank">Cross-Body bag</a> from Angela Roi is the ideal grab-and-go option; it will complement most any casual ensemble and has ample room for whatever you wish to cart around for the entire day.</li>
<li>The results are in and the seemingly impossible has happened: fanny packs are back (and I'm not-so-secretly loving it). This <a href="http://www.hipstersforsisters.com/bum-bag-pocket-xl-black" target="_blank">sleek pack</a> from Hipsters for Sisters is a looker and endlessly practical. Toss in your keys, phone and wallet, and you're good to waltz right out the door.</li>
<li>The definition of sophistication, you're going to thank your lucky stars and good taste that you have the <a href="http://zinkeveryday.com/jaunt-handbag-black-vegan-materials/" target="_blank">Jaunt Handbag</a> from Zink Collection hanging in your closet. Perfect for a polished business get-up, it can easily transition to evening with that flattering LBD number. </li>
<li>This year, convenience is king. Embrace your wanderlust, whether within your own city or abroad, and throw on this <a href="http://thisispapershop.com/products/handle-backpack-01-denim" target="_blank">Handle Backpack in Denim</a><a href="http://thisispapershop.com/products/handle-backpack-01-denim" target="_blank"></a>. Roughing it while looking impossibly chic is a tricky line to walk, but This Is Paper nails it. </li>
<li>In any handbag collection, a clutch is always a must, and the <a href="https://www.pelcor.pt/en/e-shop/sale/detail/sesame-clutch/" target="_blank">Cork Sesame Clutch</a> from Pelcor is the ultimate. It's just the right size for your daily essentials and still manages to feel delightfully airy. The creamy beige and woven pattern make this pick flattering to just about any outfit, from casual to elegant. </li>
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Here's to a new year of saying yes to adventure, loving fearlessly and<span class="st">—as always</span><span class="st"><span class="st">—</span>living that dirty/rotten life.</span><br />
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<span class="st">xx</span><br />
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Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-39860162251685184052014-12-02T20:49:00.001-08:002014-12-13T19:02:19.482-08:00PUT A CORK IN IT - New Vegan Bags from Pelcor<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The players in the world of ethical wear have really raking in points on the feisty scale as of late. Gone are the days of shapeless hemp pants and baggy 'I Heart Animals' t-shirts -- well, those still persist, but are no longer the only cruelty-free contenders in town. Vegan fashion is now casting a much larger net and reeling in cutting-edge couture, worthy of sharing the walkway with mainstream wear. Stylish <i>and</i> no-animals-harmed is a tricky line to walk, but several emerging masters are proving it can be done.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Enter Sandra Correia and her brand <a href="https://www.pelcor.pt/en/" target="_blank">Pelcor</a>. Pelcor is a sustainable fashion label that masters in all things cork. Sandra herself comes from a legit cork dynasty. Her grandfather began by producing shoe heels and fishing rod handles fashioned out of cork and, years down the road, her father shifted to Champagne corks. Sandra stepped up the cork game by steering the family business toward fashion accessories. Though she's been blazing an eco-friendly trail for the last 11 years, her latest endeavor has been dazzling my vegan-handbag-loving eye. Pelcor's Fall/Winter 2014 line is delightfully punctuated with an assortment of wintry and sorbet colored plaid <i>vegan</i> bags, ranging from clutches to totes. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Enough of the foreplay -- let's get to the goods. Feast your eyes on these crescent-shaped beauties: </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pelcor.pt/en/e-shop/fall-winter-14/bags/detail/plaid-half-moon-pouch/" target="_blank">Plaid Half-Moon Pouch</a></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pelcor.pt/en/e-shop/fall-winter-14/bags/detail/half-moon-plaid-tote/" target="_blank">Plaid Half-Moon Tote</a></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>What inspired the design for this vegan line?</b></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Few brands are designing pieces that are both stylish
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was inspired by timeless patterns such as plaid and stripes, with a modern,
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Sandra Correia</span></span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">- I am spiritual soul, linked to energy and
helping others to open their conscience for who they are. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">- I am a Reiki Master, Aura Reader and now I am
learning about Karuna Reiki.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">- I’m a fan of the singer P!nk and love her
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Our
Fall/Winter 2015 collection will feature a line of woven bags pairing woven cork skin with vegan faux
leather. Following the success of Fall/Winter 2014’s woven natural cork
handbags, we’ve refreshed the look with two new colors: Natural Cork combined
with Deep Blue, and a mixture of Cork, Sunset and Peony.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">There it is, folks. Go out, be merry, do a little holiday shopping and get a snazzy cork bag for the special lady in your life -- and if that special lady happens to be you...girl, treat yourself. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">xo DRV </span></span></div>
Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-10931400703559840742014-03-12T13:29:00.001-07:002014-03-16T13:42:29.007-07:00YO MAMA - the heavenly Mexican eatery that is WeHo's Gracias Madre<div dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-b5572302-b7df-e5e7-4a4c-96cd1d02b75e" style="line-height: 1.15; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #222222; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">A bountiful haven of authentic Mexican cuisine and vegan fare, LA is shamefully overdue for a Mexican-vegan eatery. Not only does GM not disappoint - it ups the ante. These comidas aren't just vegan, they're </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #222222; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">plant-based</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #222222; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">. Not to mention organic AND locally grown. The holy trinity: healthy, environmentally friendly and supporting the local agricultural economy. While </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #222222; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Gracias Madre </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #222222; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">originally hails from San Francisco, its south of the border style cuisine seems better suited to its new SoCal backdrop. But don't expect $2 tacos and bottomless margaritas at this joint. This grub reeks of swank. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #222222; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Case in point: the cocktails. On principle, I don't routinely go for beverages equal in price to that of an entree. Not to mention -- unless it contains bubbles (or rhymes with risky) -- alcohol is rarely an object of temptation for this girl. Admittedly, though, these libations do sound pretty heavenly. Enticing concoctions of lavender, lime and tequila blanco adorn the beverage menu. I suspect that even I will eventually cave and take the pricey plunge for some of those seductive apértifs. </span><br />
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While Lisa is a bona fide natural cosmetics guru, she's also all about beauty from the inside out. Basically, a 'eat those plants and get pretty' mantra. I totally second that credo. After some experimental culinary chemistry and plenty of taste-testing, here's the vegan, gluten-free, {mostly} raw end result:<br />
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<a href="http://www.blogger.com/"><span id="goog_676059903"></span>The Quinoa + Walnut Shitake Mushroom Pate Rainbow Chard Wrap</a><span id="goog_676059904"></span></div>
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Yup, it's a mouthful, but pretty dang tasty. Mosey on over to the complete, tummy-satiating, skin-detoxifying recipe <a href="http://simplebeautyminerals.com/beauty-food/vegan-raw-beauty-food/">here</a>.<br />
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And, while you're at it, get your organic, glamorpuss face on with some of that <a href="http://simplebeautyminerals.com/mineral-makeup-vegan-gluten-free/">Simply Beauty Minerals</a> magic. Disclaimer: no, I don't get any sort of kickback for that promotion. I'm just a beauty product junkie (sometimes hoarder) and really dig her products :)<br />
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xx Here's to being beYOUtiful - especially when it involves eatingEvahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-37647052443889015182013-04-24T22:44:00.002-07:002013-04-26T17:42:46.695-07:00CURRY ME HOME TONIGHTSoCal is the land of eternal sunshine and has very nearly mastered the art of balmy. The desert evenings, on the flip side, are downright shiver-inducing. I know, I know; I'm not exactly dealing with tundra-like frigidity here. And the mild desert chill ain't got nothing on the bitter winters of the mid-West and East Coast. This gal comes to Los Angeles by way of the blustery winds of Chicago. I spent twenty odd years of my life desperately trying to acclimate to anything sub-75 degree perfection. Guys, don't hate. I just run cold. I swear I was amphibian in a former life. <br />
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The good news is that I've developed a damn near foolproof formula for a cozy evening to offset any lingering nippiness. Key ingredients include an over-sized chunky sweater, the latest episode of Game of Thrones on HBOgo (obsessed), and a steaming bowl of homemade curry. While finding the perfect sweater and TV show are on you, I am more than happy to hook you up with a stellar coconut milk curry recipe. Peep it:<br />
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14 oz can light coconut milk<br />
2 tsps red curry paste<br />
1 1/2 tsps curry powder (I used equal parts coriander, cumin and tumeric)<br />
1/2 tsp maple syrup<br />
1 tsp fresh ginger <br />
4 tbsps Tamari or gluten-free soy sauce<br />
1 bunch of green onions <br />
an assortment of your favorite veggies (I used rainbow carrots, asparagus and bok choy) <br />
1 cup brown rice<br />
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<li>Dice the green onions</li>
<li>Combine coconut milk, red curry paste, curry powder, soy sauce, and ginger in a skillet</li>
<li>Turn burner to medium heat; bring to a boil</li>
<li>Add chopped veggies and green onions; cover skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes</li>
<li>Stir in the basil; continue to cook for a few minutes until vegetables are tender (they should still have some bite)</li>
<li>Have yourself a taste, add salt if you so desire</li>
<li>And, huzzah, you've done it!</li>
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Don't be timid with the portion size. My attempt at a more refined presentation was solely for the purpose of the photos. This is your night. This is your curry. Get sloppy.<br />
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Pour yourself a hefty helping of the brew over a substantial bowl of rice. Eat up, homies! <br />
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Here's to cozy nights at home (with Peter Dinklage).<br />
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<br />Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-48839056414762288072013-04-04T17:29:00.000-07:002013-04-06T07:54:00.851-07:00FRINGE BENEFITSOn clear, sun-soaked days, herds of Angelenos grab their most revealing beachwear and greasiest tanning lotion and beeline to the nearest body of water. A fine bit of revelry to be sure, but why follow the crowds when you throw on a classic fedora, grab your camera and prance throughout downtown LA with one of your <a href="http://bohemianbutterflies.com/">best friends</a> in stride?<br />
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And, let me tell ya, traipsing through the beautiful, gritty streets is all the more delicious when sporting your fave vegan footwear and an over-sized handbag. Fact. <br />
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A few snapshots from the day. Admittedly, I got a little graffiti-happy, but I was rendered helpless by the colorful splendor.<br />
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Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com4Los Angeles, CA, USA34.0522342 -118.243684933.2099357 -119.5345784 34.8945327 -116.95279140000001tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-1997083760877166982013-03-26T15:43:00.001-07:002013-04-15T17:00:06.868-07:00MORE RECIPE LOVIN' - Blackberry Fennel "Goat Cheese" Pizza + Some Booze<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">I know I just did a recipe post, but <i>shmeh</i>. Since when can you ever have too many recipes?! I ask you.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Last month, movie stars primped and groomed, waxed and exfoliated, donned their most lavish duds and were promptly shuttled over to Dolby Theatre in preparation of the most anticipated event of the year in Hollywood: the Oscars. Meanwhile, the rest of civilization threw on their Sunday's finest (read: comfiest sweatpants), grabbed some tasty morsels, and curled up to watch the ceremony. I still say that we, the people, got the better end of that deal.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Alright, so I did (somewhat begrudgingly) manage to transcend the ratty lounge wear, throw on some suitable street attire and get my booty to a friend's viewing party; believe-you-me, that took some serious doing on the part of my will power. There<i> was </i>food awaiting me at said shindig, so I was up to the task. Here's the lowdown on what I made for zee soiree:</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>RAW GOAT "CHEESE"</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">(P.S. I borrowed Cara's awesome <a href="http://www.forkandbeans.com/2013/01/22/raw-vegan-goat-cheese-dip/">recipe</a> from her blog <a href="http://forkandbeans.com/">forkandbeans.com</a>. She gets fancier than I did; <a href="http://www.forkandbeans.com/2013/01/22/raw-vegan-goat-cheese-dip/">check it out</a>!)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">1/2 cup raw cashews (soak for a few hours)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">juice of 1/2 lemon</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">1/3 cup water</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 tb coconut oi<span style="font-size: small;">l</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 tsp apple cider vinegar</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">pinch of salt </span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Use a couple of small ramekins and be sure to line them with plastic wrap</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Blend all of the ingredients in a blender at high speed until the mixture is smooth</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pour into ramekins and cover over with plastic wrap </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Let it set and refrigerate overnight </span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>BLACKBERRY FENNEL GOAT "CHEESE" PIZZA </b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">egg-free cornmeal pizza crust (I got mine at Whole Foods) </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 1/2 cups blackberries<br />1 small bulb fennel thinly sliced <span style="font-size: small;">(I used a mandolin slicer)</span><br />1/2 goat “cheese” (recipe above), <br />1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts<br />a few sprigs fresh thyme<br />salt and pepper</span></span> </div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">I bought a frozen vegan, gluten-free cornmeal crust from Whole Foods. If you're feeling ambitious and want to create the crust from scratch, power to you :)</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">If you take the lazy way out as I did, remove crust from plastic wrap and let it thaw</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pre-heat the over to 500 degrees </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Drizzle some olive oil over the crust and spread the goat cheese on top of that </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Sprinkle blackberries, <span style="font-size: small;">fennel, </span>crushed hazelnuts and sprigs of thyme on top of the cheese</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Back for 10-12 minutes</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">The crust should be cooked through to the center and browned on the edges</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Remove pizza from the oven and let it cool</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Add salt and pepper to taste </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">And, huzzah! There you have it</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Mmmmhmmm. Slice me off a piece of <i>that</i>. And what's an evening of pizza without a little libation? </span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">TANGERINE CHAMPAGNE SORBET COCKTAIL</span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">2-3 cups tangerine juice</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">2/3 cup sugar</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">1/2 cup Champagne (or your sparkling wine of choice)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">WARNING: don't forget to set aside plenty of Champagne for the actual cocktail!</span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Heat 1/2 cup of the tangerine juice and Champagne in a sauce pan on low heat</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Once warm, add the sugar and stir until it has dissolved completely</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Remove from the stove top and set the saucepan aside</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Once it's cooled, pour into a bowl and put it in the fridge to chill for the better part of an hour</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Once the mixture has been properly chilled, you have two options: you can be a fancy pants and put it in an ice cream machine OR you can do as my cheap ass did:</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">At 45 minute intervals, remove the bowl from the fridge and, equipped with a sturdy spoon, scrape the ice chunks from the edge of the bowl and mix them into the rest of the sorbet</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Doing so will cause the mixture to get thicker with each interval</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Once the concoction is uniformly thick throughout, you've done the impossible: you've made sorbet without no stinking machines. BAM</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">And, with that, I conclude this hunger-inducing tale. It's been a slice.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">xx Happy munchin' (and drankin') </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span>Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-46200507416300029242013-03-11T16:43:00.001-07:002013-03-20T15:39:41.786-07:00WE GO TOGETHER LIKE MUSIC + PANCAKES A few months ago, my wonderful, mind-numbingly talented friend <a href="http://www.morgankarr.com/">Morgan Karr</a> hosted a live, interactive performance of a few select tracks off his (then upcoming) EP. He crooned and serenaded his digital audience from the intimate setting of his bedroom. And, being the giving, supportive friend that I am (Ahem. Morgan, take note.), I came over in the wee hours of that Sunday morn and showed my undying love by whipping up a batch up vegan, gluten-free banana blueberry pancakes.<br />
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This past week marked the official release of his stellar EP, "yellow skies." In honor of this momentous musical event (and his BIRTHDAY - give it up!!), I thought I'd share a reinterpretation of the pancakes from that morning:<br />
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<b>GLUTEN-FREE APPLE WALNUT PANCAKES</b></div>
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-Ingredients - </div>
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1 1/3 cups quinoa flour</div>
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1/4 cup maple syrup </div>
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1 tbsp baking powder</div>
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1/2 tsp sea salt</div>
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1 tsp cinnamon</div>
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1 tsp nutmeg </div>
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1 green apple, thinly sliced</div>
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1/3 cup walnuts </div>
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1 1/4 cup almond milk</div>
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1 tbsp ground flax mixed with 3 tbsp water (equivalent of 1 egg)</div>
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olive oil to grease pan</div>
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-Directions-</div>
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Apple Walnut Topping</div>
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1. Grease bottom of a skillet with olive oil and turn on oven to medium heat.</div>
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2. Slice apple thinly. Once the skillet is hot, throw in the apple and walnuts. </div>
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3. Once the apples start to soften, turn down the heat and toss in the nutmeg and cinnamon (warning: your kitchen will start to smell REALLY good).</div>
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4. You still want the apples to have a bit of bite to them, so only keep them over the flame for a moment longer.</div>
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5. Take the apples off the stove and put them aside.</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">1. Mix the rest of the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.<br />2. In a separate</span>
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dry ingredients and mix until thoroughly combined. </span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><br />4. Prepare a pan on medium high heat with a small amount of olive oil. </span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><br />5. Pour about 3-4 tbsp of the batter onto the pan per pancake. </span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><br />6. Once bubbles start to form at the top of the pancake, and the edges start to crisp, flip the pancake. </span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><br />7. Allow the pancake to cook for a few more minutes.</span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><br />8. Carry on with this process till all of the batter is gone. </span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><br />9. Arrange the apples on a sky-high stack of pancakes and sprinkle the walnuts on top. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">10. Drizzle with maple syrup, Earth Balance, or your topping of choice and EAT EAT EAT :)</span></div>
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Sidebar: Morgan's music is heart-stoppingly, knees-buckingly AWESOME. Do yourselves a favor and <a href="http://www.morgankarr.com/">check it out</a> :) You can rock out to his tunes while munching on some delicious pancakes! Sounds like a winning morning to this girl.<br />
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Here's the rock star in action, singing his beautiful heart out as always: <br />
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xx Hugs + pancakes<br />
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<a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kr%C5%BEe-Studio/114659045336736" style="color: black;" target="_blank"></a><br />Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-52975499831185687672013-03-04T17:14:00.001-08:002013-03-05T10:42:25.097-08:00CHILDREN OF THE RAWVOLUTION - Matthew Kenney's Restaurant M.A.K.E.For the last few years, a clan of highly innovative chefs have been reinventing the vegan culinary wheel with a vengeance, churning out daring flavors and boldly imaginative presentations of what used to be seen as a bland and limited spectrum of food options. More recently, that gastronomic venture has gallivanted into the realm of the raw.<br />
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Chef Matthew Kenney (see: two-time James Beard Award nominee) is on my shortlist of the most influential and inventive pioneers of the raw movement. At his restaurant <a href="http://matthewkenneycuisine.com/restaurants/santa-monica/">M.A.K.E.</a> Chef Kenney has masterfully architected a triple-threat of a menu: vegan, health-conscious and raw. Oh, and lest I fail to mention his food is also a visual carnival and explosively delicious. In short, the man is a raw vegan foodie GOLDEN GOD. Enough of my gushing; let's get to the food porn, shall we?<br />
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And a highly pixelated pic of the gang, for your viewing pleasure:<br />
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There you have it, kids. The proof is in the pics; <a href="http://matthewkenneycuisine.com/restaurants/santa-monica/menu/" target="_blank">the food at M.A.K.E.</a> is stellar - scrumptious, gorgeous and, dare I say it, GOOD for you. Damn. The chefs approach each plate like a blank canvas, filling them with a sophisticated balance of vivacious colors and dynamic arrangements. The flavors match the vibrancy of the plating; each bite is both aggressive and delicate. The only caveat is that a few of their items (namely the seductive
desserts) contain honey. Honey-averse vegans be wary. Other than that,
the fare is impeccably seasonal, local and utterly vegan.<br />
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The setting, though in the food court of a (granted, rather swanky) mall, manages to exude an elegance and sensuality. It also offers versatility; diners are given the options of a communal omakase-style bar, the spacious dining room, or the full service outdoor
patio.<br />
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Bear in mind, dinner won't break the bank, but is not the cheapest evening out. Oh so worth it, though. Reserve this one for a special evening - it definitely has a wow factor. <br />
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xx Love all your faces<br />
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<br />Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com1Santa Monica, CA, USA34.0194543 -118.491191233.9668118 -118.5718722 34.0720968 -118.4105102tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-78503135895746798942013-02-11T13:30:00.002-08:002013-02-11T14:41:10.711-08:00DIM SUM IT UP - CHINESE NEW YEAR BRUNCH AT STREETI firmly subscribe to the idea that brunch isn't as much a time as it is a state of mind. Unless, of course, brunch is being laid out in honor of the Chinese New Year at Susan Feniger's restaurant <i>Street</i>. And, when <a href="https://twitter.com/SusanFeniger" target="_blank">Chef Feniger</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/ChefKajsa" target="_blank">Chef Kajsa</a> present us with a Vegan Dim Sum brunch, we set our alarms, chug some joe, and get our booties to brunch at a reasonable hour. <br />
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Feast your eyes on this beauty of a menu:<br />
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The place was packed tight - and rightly so. As usual, the <i>Street</i> chefs did not disappoint and made every dish worth the early Sunday morning rising. All elevated interpretations of classic dim sum fare, the dishes were elegantly plated and complex in taste. Even what appeared, at first glance, to be the more pedestrian of dishes, had unexpected kick and depth of flavor. Behold, the glory:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mung Bean Crepes (seriously considering begging for the crepe recipe - perfection)</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Fried Rice (had some unexpected and pleasing heat at the end)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Youtaio Donuts (churro-like with extra sugar and soymilk for dipping - yes, please)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Coconut Tapioca Pearls with Shanghai Fruit (as a coconut and lychee fanatic, this may have been my runaway fave)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rice Batter Pancakes (the black sesame syrup and cream was to <i>die</i> for!)</td></tr>
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Both Chef Feniger and Chef Kajsa were in the house and were adorably hospitable, making their way around the tables and chatting with the customers. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">From left to right: me, <a href="http://veganyackattack.com/" target="_blank">Jackie</a>, Jules, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TheVedgeApp" target="_blank">Jessica</a> and her little munchkin :)</td></tr>
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Lovely friends + spectacular food = amazing Sunday. Here's to the Year of the Snake - it's off to a delightfully tasty start.<br />
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Now, please pardon me while I lapse back into my blissful food coma.<br />
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xx Love to all! Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-7060843912510325092013-01-05T13:24:00.002-08:002013-04-03T23:13:28.807-07:00DINNER WITH FRIENDS - WILL TRAVEL FOR VEGAN FOOD <i>This is the first in the </i><i><b>Dinner with Friends</b> series, in which I meet up with another vegan blogger or influencer for some bantering and binging at a local vegan (or v-friendly) restaurant. </i><br />
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The other week, I had dinner with Kristin, the illustrious author of the blog <a href="http://wtfveganfood.com/" target="_blank"><i>Will Travel For Vegan Food </i></a>and my dear friend Jessica, creator of<i> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TheVedgeApp/" target="_blank">The Vedge</a></i> brand.<br />
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Kristin and I first met a couple of years ago when she was a key organizer at the Vegan Expo in Albany, NY. She's now a bonafide vegan trailblazer, eating and blogging her way through all 50 states. Basically, my fantasy life incarnate. Like her <a href="http://wtfveganfood.com/" target="_blank">blog</a>, she's <i>bomb</i> and a total delight. <br />
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We met up at <a href="http://www.suncafe.com/" target="_blank">SunCaf</a>e - a personal fave - in Studio City, CA. SunCafe is a charming little spot up in the valley, boasting the holy triad: Organic. Vegan. AND a hybrid raw/cooked <a href="http://www.suncafe.com/images/menu.pdf" target="_blank">menu</a>. Jess and I eagerly indulged Kristin's mission by tackling multiple cooked and raw items on the menu. Many delicious bites were had, but my top picks from the night were:<br />
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This green monster of a drink was an intoxicating blend of kale, bananas, cashews and agave. Divine. I'd go back solely for the shake.<br />
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The platter of nachos was a beast - and I couldn't stop devouring it. It's a masterful concoction of SunChorizo, nacho cheese, cashew cheese, guacamole, pico de gallo, olives, jalapeños, and green onions. You can either get the standard version with baked blue corn chips, or raw with thinly sliced jicama chips. We opted for half and half; who ever said you can't have everything?<br />
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It was an evening of scrumptious food and excellent conversation. The three of us joyously cleaned the plates and rambled on for hours till we closed down the joint (they politely asked us to leave). <br />
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For more yummy food porn be sure to follow <a href="http://instagram.com/wtfveganfood" target="_blank">Kristin</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thevedgeapp" target="_blank">Jessica</a> (and <a href="http://instagram.com/dirtyrottenvegan" target="_blank">me</a>!) on the ol' Instagram.<br />
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Here's to many more evenings filled with exceptional food and even better friends.<br />
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Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-72523948839632577322013-01-03T18:03:00.001-08:002013-01-03T18:03:24.150-08:00CALLING ALL ANGELENOS - FREE COOKING CLASS GIVEAWAY!
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<span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}"><span class="userContent"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: normal;">Dropping a quick note to let all my LA vegans (and vegan-curious folk) know about an opportunity to win a FREE cooking class with <a href="http://www.facebook.com/victoriamoranauthor/info" target="_blank">Victoria Moran</a> THIS SATURDAY! The lovely Kristin, author of the <a href="http://www.wtfveganfood.com/" target="_blank"><i>Will Travel For Vegan Food</i></a> blog, is holding a giveaway for one seat in the class. The event will be held at <a href="http://yummyclasses.com/chefs--classes/victoria-moran-jan5.html" target="_blank">The All-Star Vegan Cooking Class Series</a> in Pasadena this weekend. </span></span></span></div>
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Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-8084047071284413282013-01-01T22:28:00.001-08:002013-01-03T13:46:13.984-08:00NYE 2013: HAPPY NEW YEAR!I rang in the New Year with dangerously high heels, electrifying funky music, wonderful friends, and (as I do) some sensational vegan comfort food.<br />
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A few snapshots from the last night of 2012 and into the morning of 2013:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Organic Prosecco and donuts from <a href="http://www.babycakesnyc.com/los-angeles-bakery.html" target="_blank">Babycakes</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The sinfully delectable (and festive) nachos from <a href="http://realfood.com/" target="_blank">Real Food Daily</a> for dinner.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sweet jams from <a href="http://vintagetrouble.com/" target="_blank">Vintage Trouble</a> at The Roxy. #killingit</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dinner part deux: banana pancakes (I had them add chocolate chips - duh) from Swingers. The detox starts tomorrow...</td></tr>
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Throughout the evening of festivities (and noshing with a vengeance), we took some time to discuss our wishes for the new year. Earlier in the day, my yoga instructor had asked us to reflect on our <i>intentions</i> (she felt "resolutions" carried a harsher connotation). As I shared with my friends, here are my mantras for 2013:<br />
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<li>Fear and procrastination are not an option.</li>
<li>Honor and explore creative impulse.</li>
<li>Ere on the side of simplicity.</li>
<li>Commit time to travel, as well as the study of language and music.</li>
<li>Write at least one line everyday.</li>
<li>Remember to breathe through pain, both literal and figurative.</li>
<li>Focus on health, health, health! </li>
<li>To meet this world with respect and compassion. </li>
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Cheers to peace, health and compassion in the New Year!<br />
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xx So much love to all Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-63419803273288767122012-12-30T12:36:00.000-08:002012-12-30T12:36:44.447-08:00HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2012: For the Wee OnesLet's be honest: indulging your inner-child is oodles of fun. And
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Because your munchkin's <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Childrens-Earth-Paint-Kit-Petite/dp/B008YD98YY" target="_blank">finger </a><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Childrens-Earth-Paint-Kit-Petite/dp/B008YD98YY" target="_blank">paintings</a> exhibit the makings of the next Van Gogh.</div>
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Monopoly ain't got nothing on <a href="http://shop.farmsanctuary.org/store/p/1794-Fur-and-Feathers-Board-Game.aspx?a=712BBMerchAlert" target="_blank">this (educational!) game</a>.</div>
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Is it wrong that I kind of want all of these for myself?? Cheers to never growing up.<br />
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xx Love to all kids and big-kids out there.Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-74170386072007981452012-12-23T18:10:00.000-08:002012-12-23T18:11:21.093-08:00HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2012: For the Glamazon It can be intimating to shop for the girl who has everything. The utter sophisticate, she's the first to sport the latest trends and is primped to perfection. Fear not! Here are some items that will give her decadent taste level a run for its money:<br />
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No fashionista should be without the <a href="http://www.gunasthebrand.com/productdetail.php?proid=50#page=1" target="_blank">LBB</a> (little black bag)</div>
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She can never get too much <a href="http://www.daliaonline.com/collections/galleryfw12.html" target="_blank">Hollywood Retro</a>.</div>
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Give <a href="http://www.vapourbeauty.com/lips/Vapour-Organic-Beauty-Siren-Lipstick.asp" target="_blank">this</a> only on the condition that she swears to never make the <a href="http://favim.com/image/45256/" target="_blank">Olsen duck-pout</a> in photos.</div>
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xx Here's to a dazzling holiday!</div>
Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-54906665372964526762012-12-22T15:00:00.000-08:002012-12-23T16:49:37.473-08:00 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2012: For the Mountain ManThis charmingly unkempt man often sports some facial hair, loves his hiking and can be caught wearing plaid on any given day. Ruggedly handsome and devilishly adventurous, he seems impossible to shop for. Lo and behold, here's a gift-buying road map to help you on your quest:<br />
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A <a href="http://www.stonecloth.com/shop/olive-denim-backpack.html" target="_blank">rucksack</a> for all of his manly accoutrements. </div>
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Added bonus: $10 from every purchase goes to the wonderful non-profit <a href="http://www.knockfoundation.org/" target="_blank">Knock Foundation</a>. Learn about how Stone Cloth came to be <a href="http://www.stonecloth.com/about.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<b> </b></div>
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<cite><b></b></cite>Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-26262179176367018582012-12-19T22:16:00.001-08:002012-12-23T16:47:58.328-08:00HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2012: For the Sexy IntellectualShe may not actually work at a library, but this girl always has her head in a delicious novel, is a brilliant conversationalist and is undeniably cute as a button. Here's a selection of gifts to match this bibliophile's dazzling, erudite character:<br />
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This gal's Tina Fey hot - as are these <a href="http://www.eco-optics.com/collection/glasses_details?model=1075&type=411&gender=411" target="_blank">frames</a>. </div>
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Channeling some serious '30s nostalgia with the <a href="http://www.stellamccartney.com/us/stella-mccartney/wedges_cod44487895td.html" target="_blank">Stella McCartney Nathalie Canvas Wedges</a>.<br />
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Because she loves to read by <a href="http://www.hollybethorganics.com/shop/sugar-cookie-travel-tin-candle/" target="_blank">candlelight</a> (and <a href="http://www.hollybethorganics.com/shop/sugar-cookie-travel-tin-candle/" target="_blank">this</a> smells <i>so</i> yummy).<br />
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For all her bursts of poetic inspiration, she'll toss her Moleskin(R) aside for <a href="http://www.ecosystemlife.com/products/detail/author/?PHPSESSID=fa72101d4c4204f3f1f86dbd27d61718" target="_blank">this</a>.<br />
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'cause those late nights at the library can be <a href="http://www.yoga-clothing.com/frayed-infinity-scarf-in-light-grey/28404/213089" target="_blank">chilly</a>.<br />
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Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-44566627221308537072012-12-18T21:22:00.001-08:002012-12-19T22:16:36.726-08:00HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2012: For the Dapper Gentleman<span style="font-size: small;">On behalf of all the peeps out there who still have some belated shopping to do (ahem, me), I'll be posting gift guides over the next few days to aid you in this final stretch before the Holidays. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Here are a few present-giving tips for the delightful dandy in your life. This chap's winning style and enchanting manners are straight from a page of <i>The Great Gastby</i>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">A classic staple of every debonair ensemble: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/73593271/on-sale-now-28-was-34-grey-clip-on-bow?ref=sr_gallery_6&ga_search_query=vegan+bow+tie&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_search_type=all" target="_blank">the bowtie</a>.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">A snappy pair of <a href="http://www.alternativeoutfitters.com/mens-leonard-brown-vegan-dress-shoes.aspx" target="_blank">oxfords</a>. </span></div>
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Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-60762482709161423732012-11-27T21:36:00.000-08:002012-11-30T22:35:56.016-08:00SNEAK PEEK: Holiday Sample Plate at Hugo's Restaurant!<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">I can't seem to get enough of all the festive grub of the past month and, fortunately, I don't have to shelf my cravings just yet. Several restaurants in the Los Angeles area have added a special holiday-themed plate to their menus for the month of December, and I'm more than happy to partake. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">The other day, I continued my indulgence in the season's merriment with the <a href="http://hugosrestaurant.com/menu/specials/happy-holiday-platter-0" target="_blank">Happy Happy Holiday Platter </a>at <a href="http://hugosrestaurant.com/" target="_blank">Hugo's Restaurant</a>. With both omnivore and vegan variations (make sure to specify), the plate delivers up all the classic fixins. </span><br />
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xx Happy purchasing!Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-70352235175911608522012-11-24T20:19:00.002-08:002012-11-26T11:31:54.126-08:00A VERY MERRY UN-TURKEY DAY TO ALL!This year's Thanksgiving was riddled with oh-so-much champagne, scrumptious food and - most importantly - wonderful company. I came equipped with an array of vegan, gluten-free goodies: sparkling Moscato, <a href="http://dirtyrottenveg.blogspot.com/2012/11/what-im-bringing-to-thanksgiving-dinner.html" target="_blank">cornbread stuffing, mushroom gravy and a raw lemon blackberry souffle tart</a>.<br />
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My darling hosts whipped up some vegan nosh, including cooked greens, spicy sweet potato patties, miso-marinated tofu and creamy non-dairy mashed potatoes. As my multiple trips back to the kitchen for seconds (and possibly thirds...) proved, it was all beyond tasty.<br />
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We ended the day in a happy - and very full - stupor, lounging on couches with peppermint tea and a romantic comedy marathon.<br />
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Wishing you all a belated happy un-turkey day!Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-74591446180316466122012-11-20T21:24:00.000-08:002012-11-26T11:30:39.873-08:00WHAT I'M BRINGING TO THANKSGIVING DINNER<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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GLUTEN-FREE MUSHROOM GRAVY</div>
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RAW MEYER LEMON RASPBERRY SOUFFLE TART</div>
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His name is Payton - ain't he a beaut? You can adopt your own wonderful turkey <a href="https://secure2.convio.net/fsi/site/Donation2?7440.donation=form1&df_id=7440&JServSessionIdr004=77d98cxuj2.app202b" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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What are you all making for Thanksgiving? Please share your pics - I'd love some inspiration for next year! Check back this weekend - I'll be posting my own pictures from the festivities and of all the food. And be sure to follow me on Instagram (@dirtyrottenvegan) on Thursday for a foodie play-by-play!</div>
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xx Here's to all the turkeys of the world (and to stuffing our faces with cruelty-free food)</div>
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Evahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897345681299969313noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830311325229750673.post-90834553225022596232012-11-18T21:52:00.001-08:002012-11-21T11:14:36.686-08:00SNEAK PEEK: Thanksgiving Sample Plate at M Cafe!Suffice it to say, I couldn't hold off on delicious Thanksgiving vegan fare until the actual Day O'Tofurkey.<br />
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Too many delectable temptations! I was outnumbered and, joyfully, caved. Behold, the vegan Thanksgiving sampler plate from <a href="http://www.mcafedechaya.com/" target="_blank">M Cafe de Chaya</a>:<br />
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It was a splendorous feast of seitan turkey, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, broccolini, stuffing - all drenched in a mouth-watering gravy. <a href="http://www.mcafedechaya.com/downloads/ThanksgivingMenu_2012.pdf" target="_blank">Get on it, LA peeps</a>! This is (obviously) a limited time platter.<br />
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Everyday should be Save-A-Turkey Day :)<br />
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I’ll be joining some friends for this year’s Thanksgiving
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But, for those of us who are eager to bypass the mania and
inevitable chaos of cooking a T-day meal, here’s a quick guide to where you can
find a scrumptious, prepared-for-you vegan holiday meal in and near Los
Angeles:</div>
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**UPDATE - 11/14/2012** <span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><i>The good news is in: ALL VOTES ON PROP 37 WILL BE COUNTED. The counties of California have until December 7 to report the vote and Secretary of State Debra Bowen has until December 14 to certify the vote.</i></span></div>
<i><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Every vote cast on Prop 37 will be honored. The results will be published once they're in - fingers crossed!</span></i><br />
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Proposition 37 was on the ballot in California during last
week’s election, calling for a mandate to label genetically engineered food. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The prop was endorsed by most of the major
health, labor and environmental groups in California, including the <a href="http://www.cadem.org/home" target="_blank"><u>California Democratic Party</u></a>, <a href="http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/whole-foods-market" target="_blank"><u>Whole Foods Market</u></a>, <a href="http://front.moveon.org/" target="_blank"><u>MoveOn</u></a>
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According to polls, Prop 37 was likely to pass up until just
a couple of weeks prior to the election. Monsanto spearheaded an anti-Prop 37 campaign,
funneling millions of dollars into deceptive ads aimed at convincing the public
that the proposition was poorly written and discouraging their support of it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For a briefing on the evils of Monsanto,
check out<a href="http://www.organicconsumers.org/monsanto/index.cfm" target="_blank"> <u>Millions Against Monsanto</u> </a>on the <a href="http://www.organicconsumers.org/" target="_blank"><u>Organic Consumers site</u></a>. </div>
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Here’s where the controversy comes in. The released ballot
measure results state that only 46.9% voted yes, while 53.1% voted no, thereby
defeating Prop 37. However, according to the investigative journalist Jon
Rappoport, over a million votes on Prop 37 have gone uncounted to date. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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Here’s how you can make a difference: <a href="http://signon.org/sign/prop-37-count-all-the.fb23?source=s.fb&r_by=2212918%20" target="_blank"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>sign the petition</u></b></a> for the Secretary of State of California,
Debra Bowen, to insist that ALL the votes cast on Prop 37 be counted </div>
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Read more on the fight for Proposition 37 <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/news/proposition-37" target="_blank"><u>here</u></a>.
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Protect your right to know. </div>
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