Cacao Scrub and Face Mask
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A cleanser, scrub and face mask that is easy and exciting and simply activated with water for best results. It will clarify and deeply cleanse while leaving the skin feeling moisturized and with a brighter appearance. Ingredients: ¼ cup ground up oats¼ cup raw cacao powder1 TBS coconut sugar2 tsp. coconut oil Method:Combine all ingredients […]
Strawberry Face and Body Scrub
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A super exotic and delicious brightening and clarifying face and body scrub. The natural fruit acids can help to clear up body acne, pimples and reduce excess oils, it has a brightening effect great for stretch marks and scars or just as a pure cleanser for the face. It is moisturizing and refreshing. . Ingredients:¾ […]
How to get rid of garlic smell from your hands.
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Garlic! You either love it or hate it. However, I think we can all agree that a little garlic goes a long way when preparing meals.And, if you are like most people–then your least favorite thing to do is to peel and chop it fine and avoid it at all costs for fear of the […]
Spinach-Feta Loaf “Spanakopita”
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For the dough: Makes 3 Loaves 500 g Spelt flour, or all-purpose100 ml olive oil20 ml vinegar, white wine, or ouzo10 g granulated sugar1 teaspoon fresh thyme( just leaves) or 1/2 tsp dried thyme1 1/2 tsp salt210 ml water200 ml olive oil, for brushing each Tip: Semolina, or polenta for dusting the bottom of the pan. Method:Mix the flour, olive oil, vinegar, sugar, salt and water for 5 minutes in a […]
Spiced Superfood Tea
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With a small alteration you can drink it hot or cold. It uses fresh and raw Superfood, herbs and roots. It’s definitely a crowd pleaser and gets high points for flavor and nutritional value! Recipe Ingredients: 1.5 liter of hot water 3 inch fresh ginger {chopped coarsely1 inch fresh turmeric {chopped coarsely}Half bunch fresh herbs […]
Greek Vegan – Honey Cookies “Melomakarona”
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These cookies are traditional holiday cookies. They are very sweet and syrupy. I have lessend the amount of sugar content significantly from the original recipe. And most of the sugar now comes from the syrup and not from the cookie dough. I would not omit any more sugar from the recipe, I cannot guarantee the […]
No knead-Greek Style Country Bread
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Ingredients: 250 gr. Spelt, Wheat, or any glutenous flour of choice.70 gr Yellow Corn Flour or Polenta2 Tsp Yeast1 Tsp Sea Salt1 TBS Honey or Sugar (Also-Maple and Date syrup are fine too, but not traditional greek ingredients)100-115 gr. Water (room temp.)——————————————————–Toppings: Sprinkle sesame seeds, pumpkin or sunflower seeds for added crunch and beauty. Place […]
Vegan Cacao Frosty Shot
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One of my daily-favorite go-to summer drinks is my Frosty-Cacao Shot. I enjoy it daily around 3-4pm when I am looking for a mid day boost that will keep me alert and energized for the rest of the day.This drink is THE prefect replacement for coffee, and is treasured for its deliciously energizing effects. This […]
Creamy Vegan-Mushroom Kale Soup
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Ingredients:8 Portobello Mushrooms12 Shiitake Mushrooms1 Large Onion2 sprigs of Celery1 large carrot 5 cloves of garlic10 medium to large Kale leaves1-2 TBSP Mushroom Powder1 Mushroom flavoring cube1 Tsp Pepper Flakes1 Tsp Garlic Powder1-1.5 Cups Coconut Cream or Plant Milk or Cream of your choice2 liters of Water or Vegetable broth1.5 Tsp Black Pepper1 TBSP salt, […]
Acne-Away Treatment Mask
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Ingredients: Half a cucumberKale Leaf with spine removed2 inches of fresh Aloe Vera Gel1 teaspoon of Bentonite Clay1/2 teaspoon of Spirulina powder1/2 tsp Chlorella1 teaspoon of lemon juice1/2 teaspon of ground-up chamomile flowers and3-4 drops Tea Tree Oil (OPTIONAL)5 drops of EO of your choice. Lavender is ideal for scarring. Method: