Food(less) Journey

Okay so Im not really that greedy, but sometimes I would like a cupcake or muffin and don't feel like going through the process of making a full pan. Solution? Just make one. This recipe has been seen in various places under various names, but here is my own variation. And I know what question is burning in your mind : What's the dif between a cupcake and muffin? Sugar! As in the batter of a cupcake has more sugar and it's often topped with a sugar-based icing. Im apparently more of a muffin girl since I hardly add an sugar (if any). I prefer the honey or agave drizzled on top. Also: - coconut oil - peanut butter with pomegranate cherry preserves - throw in some fruit before "baking" and drizzle with honey Im thinking this would be great in a savory version (maybe with zuchini or squash , spinach and tomatoes) but I have yet to try that out. I'll let you know when I do. :-) Lazy Tea Cup Apple Muffin Ingredients : 3 T spelt flour 1

this pie is not Vegan and neither am i Short answer: I do not eat meat or dairy, but No I am not a vegan.. Long Answer: I am a human. I am a Christian. But I do not define myself, by what I eat. Therefore I am not "a vegan" nor "a vegetarian" Im just the average human who has decided not to eat meat. Do you get that question a lot? Does it annoy you too? Do you live in the United States? When I was in Italy in September and I would say "Oh i dont eat meat" No one would bat a lash. They would say "okay. try this instead." But they are masters in the art of cooking. Not that America doesn't have its share of great chefs and culinary achievements. But the average American seems to have no culinary imagination. Or maybe they are stuck on tradition. Bread and butter? No thanks I'll dip my bread in olive oil and balsamic vinegar thank you very much. Peanut Butter and Jelly? If I must, but why not try almond butter and preserves

My second and sadly last Blissmobox came yesterday. I was so excited I hopped right into. These are the things I haven't eaten yet. They are all new to my palate except for the Flamous Falafel Chips. I purchased a bag of those on my last trip to Naturally Soergel's. untouched goodies..not for long  The theme was Vegan Snacks and it seems vegans must adore chocolate because most of the snacks are chocolate based or have chocolate in them. things ive tried so far This morning I had the chocolate Bobo Bar for breakfast. Awfully delicious! It had the flavor notes and scent of a brownie, but its made up of completely friendly co-workes and gluten-less to boot. I have been a long time fan of Bobo's Bars, but I usually get the original flavor. Yesterday, I had the  ProBar Halo in S'mores flavor. Delicious! The Eli's Earth Bar was out of this world. It was in the "celebrate bar" flavor. The outside of the package said this flavor was 'almond car

I received a reviewers box of goodies from the Brad's Raw people last Monday and I really couldn't wait to share it with you.  However, when they said they were sending a sampler I was expecting tiny sample-sized packets, but this is what I got: And since I'm working on not being a greedy gus, I didn't immediately rip into all the packages and devour them. I did eat almost a whole container of the Naked Leafy Kale chips for dinner, but that was out of necessity since i haven't been shopping... Even though I don't strictly follow a gluten free or raw diet, I'm always on the lookout for a good tasting, portable gluten free or raw snack. I usually lean toward the Raw sweet snacks, but I'm open to more salty or savory ones. Along with the box of tasty vittles there was a nicely packaged information folder about how the company started and who Brad is. Brad was the typical American guy (i.e. overweight and unhealthy), but that all changed when he m

  Eco Emi October Box  Eco Emi had an overstock of their October boxes for sale and being that I am addicted to getting things in the mail I went ahead and purchased one. In hindsight I wouldnt have purchased this particular month, but that really didnt change my excitement in getting it in the mail. How's that for a nice little contradiction? Nothing personal I just am not a fan of trying new hair products and my last two mail boxes had hair stuff. More to share with my underserving friends I guess. I was so excited to snap a picture I didnt even unwrap all my goodies yet, but here it is in all its glory. On the left side of the pic you can see a little tin that is actually a candle. Here's the Full List: ~ Big Dipper Wax Works Travel Candle in Rejuvination ~ Crazy Rumours Lip Balm in Orange Bergamot ~ Mulling Spice by Simply ORganic ~ Gin Gin's Boost Ginger Candy (so tasty and great for winter. it warms you from the inside. also great after a pungeant

Does anyone else love the mysterious look of a foggy, frosty morning? The way everything sparkles and shimmers in the hazy sunlight  How things slowly take on their natural color as it sheds its wintery coat...  Like a tiny glimpse of spring...  The way everything takes on a whole new look... And how it's as if everything slowly comes into focus as the sun melts away the ice and haze....

Perk 1 : Not having Cable at home, being in a hotel provides ample opportunities to catch up on less noxious reality shows like Deadliest Catch and Pickers. Perk 2: And of course it is an absolute treat to have a tricked out in-home gym: creepy blue workout pants from Bebe Perk 3: Plenty of opportunities for creepy photos: exhibit a exhibit b Perk 4: Lovely large dining room and breakfast area: i could fit all my friends in here...if i had any friends that is Perk 5: Beautifully decorated front hall greeting area tricked out with a fireplace: i seriously have a thing for fireplaces Some other of the many perks of living in a hotel: ~ Ice machine ~ Central air and heat ~ Big picture windows ~ Drink bar in front lobby for all day coffee and tea (BUT no dairy alternative sadly) ~ Maid service Inspirational Thoughts: And for our creepy photo of the day/ inspirational message: Take Time to Smell the Flowers Since I live in the North

Hotel Breakfast: Instant Oatmeal with craisins and walnuts with a chaser of Bigelow green Tea (Hi Bigelow! Call me!). I brought my own cereal from home but to this morning I was sneaking out of the suite pretty early and my lil bro sleeps in the kitchen (don't ask) so I decided to embibe in the creepy snacks the hotel offers. The selection was actually not bad for omnivores and less picky non-omnivores. Im just not a fan of instant oatmeal. The ingredient lists generally include a few ingredients that the general population could not spell in a life or death spelling bee (I mean non-Americans of course since Americans can't spell anyway. Im not prejudiced! Im honest.) let alone know what they are.. Did everyone survive the materialistic olympics yesterday? I hope so. I did not wake up at a ridiculous time of day, but I still got some awesome deals. It should be noted my sole reason for going shopping is my proximity to the Tanger Outlets this weekend. I

This week seemed to drag on a bit..... Or was it just me? I didnt have anything special or extra to do this week so i think maybe i had too much free time (aka bored out of my mind time...okay maybe not bored but i actually had to find something to do which is strange). Okay so maybe I had one out of the ordinary thing to do..... On Wednesday I went to the Partylite Preview Party/ Regional Meeting. The preview party was wonderful. The meeting part not so much. These are my favorite two holders. Not sure that the first one is new per ce, but it really caught my eye. This one has a really stupid name. So, I'll just  call it the SIlver Art Deco Lamp Style candle holder. And interior designer had the cleveridea of using 5 of the large ones in a flower design as a centerpiece. It looked really beautiful, but these cost approximately $3,000,000 dollars each so Im not sure who could afford such an extravagance. Last night... Tomorrow...

Friday: Here is the yumminess I had for lunch. Seriously tasty new item in Trader Joes. There are 4 in the box with a coconut chutney (for only 1.99!). I had one at work and ate the other 3 when I got home. These were seriously yum. I have to go buy some before Joe stops selling them ( I love you Joe, but you are kind of fickle sometimes..I still havent gotten over the Wonton Chips Incident) Friday evening I went to the Tasting event at Whole Foods. No pics cuz too busy stuffing my face with free samples of cranberry orange relish, tofurkey and stuffing, quinoa wild rice pecan stuffing, and roasted seasonal vegatables.  jewelry for sale  Saturday: lovely morning of service,then to the craft show and directly on to the "Spiritual Goals" program where I was interviewed and "sang" a Kingdom song in sign language   cards for sale awesome tower on fall drive Sunday: Woke up to study Watchtower. Wonderful lesson! To meeting and then on a f

Ive been a fan of Raw Rev for quite some time now. I discovered them when I was going through a "raw" eating phase.  But unlike my desire to eat Raw all the time (I'm too anemic to avoid a piping hot bowl of soup in the wintertime and my blender stinks but if i had an awesome (i.e. not made in the 1950's) blender I know i could do more "raw") certain "raw" products like this one stayed in my repertoire.  Their bars are seriously decadent, delicious, and chock full of "good for you" things. They are great for an on the go meal or snack. Alas, I had a not too pleasant experience with one of their bars (story withheld to protect the innocent bar) and I wrote to inquire "what the dealy yo?" (did i spell that right?). And guess what happened.... No really. Guess what happened. You give up? Quitter.... Well what happened is that this really awesomely nice guy who works for Raw Rev sent me a box full of lovely good