Ever since I started making raw desserts I rarely bake traditional sweets that require flour and sugar. Raw desserts are indeed high in calories, as most desserts are, but the difference is the ingredients used in raw desserts are more nutritious. This dessert is called a “cheesecake” but there is no trace of cheese in […]
During the Fall season I have an abundance of persimmons, pomegranates and apples growing in my garden. I was inspired to create this vibrant salad for my family’s Thanksgiving feast this year. The sweet fruits are complimented with delicious savory flavors that bring sophistication to this unique medley. It’s definitely best to use high quality […]
It’s pumpkin season and I couldn’t resist buying my favorite Sugar Pie Pumpkins from the store. They are small, easy to use and sweeter than larger pumpkins which make them perfect for baking! Speaking of baking, this time I made a no-bake pumpkin dessert made with mostly raw ingredients. This was my first time using […]
A few months ago I discovered “Label Rouge” chickens. The Label Rouge program began in France in the 1960s, a movement led by Farmers to raise high quality farm chickens as poultry became more industrialized. Lucky we have access to these chickens right here in San Diego. The Farm is called Descanso Valley Ranch and […]
Do you like Pecan Bars? How about cheesecake? Imagine a rich chewy pecan bar with a light vanilla bean flavored cheesecake on top. This is what I dreamed up and the result was a success! If your favorite part of a cheesecake is the crust then you will be in heaven because the pecan […]