Avocado Vegan Chocolate Mousse Recipe


  When I first moved to California, the idea of eating avocado was revolting to me. They were the most foreign thing ever. Fast forward 13 years and they are definitely a part of my diet at least once a week and I’m always trying to find ways to integrate them into meals. At first it may sound weird to…

Read More »

Penne Pasta Recipe with Capers & Olives


So I was shopping the other day and found some capers – I haven’t had capers in years and thought, “Hey! I wonder what I could do with these!?” So I bought them and brought em home. My Mom used to make some kind of fish dinner with capers, but that still grosses me out to this day, so I…

Read More »

Sweet & Cool Fruit Dip for Summer Days – Quick and Easy


There’s nothing like sliced fruit as a healthy snack on a hot summer day! Today, my friend brought her kids over and we had a beach day – but before we headed down to the sand, we enjoyed some organic apple, blueberries, strawberries and kiwi fruit with this fruit dip! It’s quick and easy – and not TOO unhealthy. Sweet…

Read More »

Spicy Vegan Squash, Pumpkin & Sweet Potato Soup


I haven’t become vegan by any means, but the last few weeks I’ve been making a hearty effort to eat healthier (and workout more!) This recipe was passed on to me by a friend and it was so delicious! It’s a perfect warm and filling treat for the upcoming winter days. It features pumpkin, sweet potato and even tofu. Now…

Read More »

Caramel Apple Cupcakes


It was one of my best friends’ birthdays this past Friday, so I baked her some cupcakes. This recipe is certainly not finalized yet, so I’ll throw in some suggestions along the way. I kind of winged it initially, and ran out of time so I didn’t make the actual cupcake part by hand. 🙂   Ingredients White cupcake mix,…

Read More »