It’s November already?! Wellll then I guess it’s safe to say we are in autumn-mode, the holiday season, whatever you want to call it. I have kind of been in denial and just trying to milk summer for as long as possible, but I’m not so sure that will last much longer, cuz ya know, … More Acorn Squash Almond Crumble
Just in time for the Fourth of July, and all summer festivities in fact: Sparkling Rosé Floats! I would hardly call this a recipe, because it is an easy “throw all the ingredients together” type of drink. Quick to make, and refreshing-which is the perfect combo for the long, leisurely days of summer where you … More Sparkling Rosé Floats
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and whether you are celebrating solo, with gal pals, or a special someone, a sweet #treatyoself doughnut is in order. Nothing says “I love you” like a delicious, homemade doughnut, am I right? When I made these, every time I took a bite, I was like “Yasss, slay, … More Heart Beet Red Velvet Doughnuts
Tomorrow (February 2) is Crepe Day! In France, this holiday is actually called La Chandeleur. In case you are interested in the history and not just the crepes, it’s a religious holiday that marks the day of the presentation of baby Jesus to the temple. There are also some parallels to our Groundhog Day, where … More Matcha Crepes with Matcha Cashew Creme
Today’s post is a fun one! (I know “date paste” sounds a bit questionable, but bear with me). It’s a quick, easy recipe that literally anyone can make. Honestly, it is next to impossible to make this wrong. All you need are Medjool dates (truly nature’s candy, as they are quite sweet and almost caramel-y), and water. … More Sweet and Easy Date Paste
Amongst all the stress that gets thrown at us this season-holidays, shifts in the weather, school and work deadlines- (I know, I just began to admit to myself that summer is definitely over), our bodies can take some major blows. All that stress causes oxidative damage and inflammation, which truly is the root cause of most diseases. However, … More Winter Antioxidant Smoothie
Well, well, well. If it isn’t the season for sweet treats and pumpkin flavored errthang! Before we jump into today’s yummy recipe, let’s catch up, shall we? You may be saying to yourself, wow, Alexandra fell off the face of the blogosphere since May. Eek…May!!! Needless to say there aren’t really excuses for not getting … More Pumpkin Spice Date Balls
Who’s ready for St. Patrick’s day??? Funny childhood story: every year growing up,my sister and I would place our slippers at the end of our bed the night before St. Patty’s Day. (Disclaimer: we are not Irish in the least bit). In the night, the leprechaun, aka our mom, would stuff our slippers with little … More Shamrockin’ Smoothie
I hope you all had a spooky Halloween! Hopefully you are not in too much of a candy coma after all of yesterday’s festivities. I had a fun, low-key Halloween with my sister. We dressed up as spiders, went out to dinner, and watched movies. Sometimes it’s nice to have a night in. Plus, I … More Pumpkin Spiced Party Popcorn
The inspiration for today’s recipe comes straight out of the garden, but probably not the type of garden you were imagining . Rose Story Farm is the most incredible rose garden in the cute beach town of Carpinteria, California. Walking the grounds is breathtaking and magical. I have never seen so many roses in my life, and … More Rose Story Farm + Raw, Vegan Rose Tarts
bouquets and baguettes 