Sparkling punch spritzer made with vibrant pink rhubarb and accented with rosemary and lemon juice. Perfect for a spring brunch. I was told by my friends, "whatever you do, don't call it a rhubarb anything, or no one will want to make it." Ever since Garrett gave me some of his rhubarb rosemary jelly a few weeks ago, I've been experimenting with rhubarb and rosemary. The combination really is outrageously good, though sadly, I...
Totally delicious orangeade drink, made with sour Seville oranges. Remember Tang, the orange drink of astronauts? This Seville Orangeade sort of reminds me of Tang, or what Tang would taste like if it were made from fresh, whole ingredients. Or for those of us who outgrew Tang, think, Orangina but without the carbonation. What Are Seville Oranges? Seville oranges are bitter-tasting oranges that are traditionally used to make orange...
Hot cocoa made with cocoa powder and maple syrup. Mix with coconut milk, almond milk, or any other milk of your choice. Paleo, dairy-free, and vegan. Hot cocoa may be the most comforting beverage of all time. And while I have fond childhood memories of packets of hot cocoa with tiny hard marshmallows, my taste in hot chocolate has become slightly more sophisticated as an adult. This Paleo hot chocolate is high on the cocoa content, lower on...
Are you ready for your new favorite winter beverage? Try Golden Milk! This warming Indian drink is made with coconut milk, ginger, and turmeric. It also happens to be vegan! What Is Golden Milk? Golden Milk is a warm beverage that nourishes and balances you, which is especially nice during the winter months for those of us living in colder climates. Its roots are in Ayurveda, India’s ancient holistic healing system. Golden Milk is a...
Healthy green smoothie with banana, pineapple, spinach, and Greek yogurt. Do you ever find it challenging to eat all of your recommended daily servings of fruits and vegetables each day? Sometimes I do. And, I admit it. I’m a little late to the game on this one. For years I’ve been hearing people talk about adding greens like kale or spinach to their morning smoothies, saying, “You don’t even know it’s in there.” Well, I...
Tastes like apple pie! Smoothie with applesauce, almond milk, cashews, dates, and vanilla. Wow! I'm doing a happy dance just thinking about this apple pie smoothie. It's dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and it's GREAT. Anytime you have that many "-free"s in a recipe, I'm doubtful. But I will happily drink this anytime. In fact, I drank the whole batch. (Uh huh, no self control.) "Apple Pie in a Glass" is what my friend Tess...
Sweet and rich mango lassi, with mango, milk, yogurt, sugar and a dash of cardamom. Do you like mango lassis? A favorite drink at Indian restaurants, they're easy to make at home. Lassis come in all kinds of flavors, some are salty, some are sweet, some have mint, some have fruit. A mango lassi is basically a yogurt based mango milkshake or smoothie You can use either canned mango pulp or cubed fresh or frozen mango. If you use fresh, you'll...
Make cold brew coffee at home! It's so easy, and your iced coffee will never taste watery or bitter again. If you crave a good iced coffee in the summer, but loathe the way so many end up tasting watery or overly bitter, then there's only one solution: cold brew coffee. This method guarantees a smooth and icy cup, every time. Making cold brew coffee is no great secret, nor does it require the ninja-level skills of a trained barista in order to...
Steering clear of alcohol? Treat yourself to this refreshing non-alcoholic Mexican Mule, made with alcohol-free tequila, ginger beer, lime juice, and agave nectar! This Non-Alcoholic Mexican Mule is a spicy twist on the classic, which itself is a twist on the famous Moscow Mule. Made with a memorable tequila alternative, vibrant ginger beer, lime juice, and agave nectar, it's a perfect, spicy, big citrus cocktail for a hot summer afternoon. The...
Rabbit, browned first in olive oil, then braised with onions, garlic, red bell peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, and herbs. The first time I had rabbit, I was 19, visiting a friend's grandparent's ranch in Cuernavaca, Mexico. They raised rabbits, among other things, and I was asked to go outside and pick out a few from the hundreds in their pens. Not knowing why I was asked to perform this task, I picked out the cutest ones I could find. An hour...
