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Fall Reboot + Recipes

In Ayurveda it is common to eat a simple diet of kitcharie and vegetables each fall and spring for about a week. This helps to remove toxins from the body and give it a chance to find balance again. Even though I have done this many times in the past, this year I missed my spring time cleanse and have been very reluctant to do it. I like to enjoy the pleasures of life, especially when it comes to food. Though I eat really healthy, I dislike limiting or restricting myself. Despite my resistance I began a reboot for my system a few weeks ago with the intention to do it for one week. I felt so good that I continued on a second week, and now I am on my third week of eating simply, though I am slowly adding variety back into my diet. I am so thrilled I did this for myself. I feel more vibrant than I have in […]

Simple Vegetable Soup

This time of year I like to make a a meal that warms my home and nourishes my body. Eating cooked soups and stews both helps me to stay grounded and balanced during this busy season but it also insures that I will have healthy food to eat rather than grabbing something on the go. Here is a basic vegetable soup to start with. 1 chopped leek or onion 3-4 cloves of garlic – minced 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 cups each: peeled and diced potatoes chopped carrots fresh, cut green beans or celery 2 quarts broth (vegetable or chicken) chopped tomatoes (optional) 1 can of your favorite bean – make sure the can does not have BPA fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup chopped parsley leaves (you can use thyme, dill, or another favorite herb) salt and pepper to taste In stock pot heat the oil. Add leaks and garlic […]

A Nourishing Meal

This meal is great on it’s own or makes an excellent base for your favorite protein. It’s actually delicious anytime of the day! Disclaimer: I am not one who follows a recipe and I am not a chef or a writer of recipes. When I cook I do a lot of improvising and “eye-balling”, I did my best here to communicate what I do! Put 1 1/2 cups of Quinoa in the rice cooker with a box of vegetable broth and assorted seaweed. Turn on to cook. Wash and chop your favorite cooking greens such as kale or chard. Add 1 tablespoon of chick pea miso to 1 cup of boiling water, 1 tablespoon of tamari, 1 teaspoon of Ume Plum Vinegar (you can use Rice Wine Vinegar instead). Stir well to dissolve the miso. When the quinoa is finished stir in the greens and the miso mixture. The greens […]

Building Community Through Food

Jordan Schachter has been building community through food in San Francisco since 2005. Through his business, Jordan’s Kitchen, he offers the yoga of food! In group cooking classes even the cooking challenged are empowered! He always uses fresh, seasonal, and organic ingredients and supports local farmers and producers. You can join one of Jordan’s scheduled cooking classes or book one for your next private event. The only better way than yoga asana to bond with friends, new and old, is definitely over food! Jordan will be offering two different classes this January, Winter’s Bounty and Comfort Food. He has been kind enough to share a few of his recipes with us this week. As always, I’d love to hear from you on my Facebook Page. Let us know if you find your inner chef! Still need that last minute gift? Consider a gift certificate for one of Jordan’s […]

Edible Grace

There is nothing like a home-cooked meal. That said, some of us just don’t enjoy cooking or we think we are not very good at it. I know that when I “eat in” my body feels better. In addition, when I have made a good meal there is a sense of satisfaction that nourishes more than just my body. For the last several years I have simply fallen out of the habit of cooking for myself. My busy schedule and unusual mealtimes coupled with the fact that it’s just so easy to get really good food in San Francisco, why cook? For the last few weeks I committed to cooking and it’s been wonderful. I feel good, have leftovers for the next day, and most importantly I know where all my food is coming from. Food should nourish us and be our medicine. Jana and Patrick of Shri Cuisine have generously […]