Kiwi A Go-Go

Kiwi A Go-Go…   What’s in a Kiwi? Kiwi’s are soaring with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.  They’re a rich source of Vitamins A, C and E…so set aside that orange and reach for a kiwi… Need another reason to get kiwi a go-go? These beautiful fuzzy babies are soaring with potassium, so go ahead and … Continued

Asparagus Salad with Vegan Cashew Mayonnaise

Last night I ventured to one of my favorite foodie spots here on the Upper East Side of Manhattan… Eli Zabar’s. Enough said…I am in heaven every time I step foot into this foodie wonderland…fresh produce, beautiful flowers, delicate desserts, homemade prepared dinners… The smell of fresh herbs…the sound of running water and the joy … Continued

Vegan Falafel Balls with Kale Cashew Pesto

I recently had a yearning for some falafel after seeing them on the streets of Manhattan at every street fair imaginable… I thought I’d recipe test by creating a vegan falafel ball with a kale pesto dipping sauce.  I opted to add the Kale Cashew Pesto as a dipping sauce for an extra kick, you … Continued

Food Blog Star Challenge #2 … An Arabic Twist on The Healthy Apple

First off, I want to thank each and every one of you for voting for me in the first round of ‘The Next Food Blog Star’ as I am thrilled to have been selected to compete in Challenge #2: Choose an ethnic classic that you are not familiar with… VOTE FOR ME HERE by giving … Continued

Livin’ Spoonful Cracker Recipes…

I’m sure by now you’ve all heard me rave over my new favorite Raw, Vegan and Sprouted Crackers that I’m selling in my shop…Livin’ Spoonful Crackers are amazing…they’re incredibly tasty and made from pure nuts, seeds and herbs…no additives, no added sugars, no preservatives…just the simple goodness of a hearty cracker that tastes like it … Continued

My Secret Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Cookie Recipe

I recently had the pleasure to sit down with Tully, a gluten-free baker here in Manhattan. Like me, Tully is gluten-intolerant. Tully graduated from Le Courdon Bleu school in Texas and enjoys creating her own mix of gluten free baked goods.  What is your favorite gluten-free dessert? A Chocolate soufflé. What is your favorite gluten-free … Continued

Organic Avenue Event Review: Raw Food Demo

Last week, I had the pleasure of attending a raw food prep demo, lecture and book signing with Rod Rotondi, raw food chef, thought leader, and entrepreneur.  This event took place downtown at Organic Avenue’s, The Space of Love on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. Organic Avenue serves a delicious live organic vegan experience … Continued

Harvest Pumpkin Tofu Frittata

I was bit by the frittata bug last week and made this for a quick and easy breakfast dish, which then turned into a few meals throughout the week.  Aside from this tasty breakfast, I created an afternoon frittata lunch over arugula, pistacios and fresh figs and  a hearty supper earlier this week atop  al … Continued

Interview with Babycakes NYC Vegan Bakery Founder, Erin McKenna

Babycakes NYC, a vegan bakery here in Manhattan, is my favorite spot to cure a sweet tooth The Healthy Apple way: Refined Sugar-Free, Gluten-Free, Wheat-Free, Soy-Free, Casein-Free, Egg-Free, Vegan and Kosher.  What more can a Manhattan gal ask for?  This is bakery heaven for myself and many of my clients who suffer from food intolerance’s … Continued

Sunflower Seed Oat Balls

Plant some new seeds into your diet and reap the health benefits.  If you are looking for an alternative to your ordinary bean and nut balls or perhaps looking for a way to get more nutrients in your diet, take a glance down the ‘seed’ aisle of your local market.  Unlike nuts, seeds are not … Continued