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Organization 101
Some of us are born with an innate talent for organizing while others need some guidance on keeping our homes and workplaces organized...
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Dec 15, 20202 min read
Baked Spaghetti Squash, Italian Style
Sometimes I have a craving for a baked pasta dish with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese but not the carbs from pasta, this spaghetti...
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Dec 14, 20201 min read
Balancing Yourself With Qi Gong
Before the pandemic I tried Qi Gong sporadically but since March I’ve been practicing it every day, it has such great benefits for the...
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Dec 14, 20201 min read
Hanukkah Latkes With Cinnamon Apple Compote
I've made many variations of latkes over the years, these are my best, come out great every time. I like to use matzoh meal but you can...
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Dec 10, 20201 min read
Swiss Chard, Shitake Mushrooms and Seared Tofu in Garlic Sauce With Fresh Herbs
This is a healthy tasty dish great over rice or quinoa and protein of choice, plant based or meat can be used but I made it with tofu....
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Dec 9, 20201 min read
Fettuccine In a Pumpkin Cream Sauce with Peas, Toasted Pine Nuts and Sage
Another luscious autumn pasta perfect for a chilly evening dinner with a salad, a glass of wine and some rustic Italian bread. Here’s how...
llubrano
Dec 8, 20201 min read
Stuffed Artichokes
Every Italian family has their own way of making stuffed artichokes, I was taught this way by my mother, they come out super tender and...
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Dec 8, 20202 min read
Vegan Chicken With Shishito Peppers in a Chipotle Lime Sauce
This is a zesty dish bursting with flavor and for meat eaters you can use real chicken but I love these vegan chicken medallions. Here’s...
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Dec 6, 20201 min read
Broccoli with Vegan Italian Meatballs and Marjoram
I grow lots of marjoram in my herb garden, it’s a cross between basil and oregano and goes well with so many different veggies. If you...
llubrano
Dec 3, 20201 min read
Fresh Pomegranate Juice and Best Way to Remove Seeds
Freshly squeezed pomegranate juice is so amazing even better than the pure store bought ones. This is how I remove the seeds so easy:...
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Dec 3, 20201 min read
Cauliflower Crust Pizza
Who doesn't love pizza? I really love pizza but as many know, I live a very low carb lifestyle. This cauliflower crust has no flour is...
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Dec 1, 20201 min read
Natural Pumpkin Spice Creamer
I had leftover pumpkin purée and decided to make my own creamer, so much better than store bought which is loaded with chemicals and I...
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Dec 1, 20201 min read
Baby Gem Salad With Persimmon, Pomegranate and Pumpkin Seeds
This time of year the markets are filled with pomegranates and persimmons and I love making this winter salad, the flavors are so...
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Nov 30, 20201 min read
Creamy Pumpkin Curry with Gailan(Chinese Broccoli) and Tofu
This is a beautiful autumn curry kind of a blend of Thai and Indian influences and if you're not vegetarian you can make it with chicken...
llubrano
Nov 30, 20201 min read
The Benefits of Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is more than just making your space smell nice, it has real health benefits. I've been using a good diffuser for years and...
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Nov 30, 20201 min read
Italian Eggplant Salad (Caponata)
I grew up eating this delicious eggplant dish, I still think my mother’s is better but I’ve been making it myself for years and I think I...
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Nov 28, 20201 min read
The 7 Principles of Interior Design
When we experience something that is well designed it feels pleasing to all our senses. I‘ve designed interiors, film/tv sets, gardens...
llubrano
Nov 27, 20202 min read
Spaghetti Squash With Pumpkin Carbonara Sauce
This is a fun way to make spaghetti squash, rich and luxurious perfect for a holiday meal. It can be totally vegan using coconut milk or...
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Nov 26, 20201 min read
Volunteering and Giving Back
A great society is reflected by how many of its people give back to the good of the country. Volunteering your time to a cause or...
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Nov 26, 20201 min read
Coping With Stress and Anxiety
Let’s face it, we’re living in highly stressful times during the pandemic and political upheaval and many of us are coping with...
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Nov 25, 20201 min read
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