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Valentine’s Day: Laughter, Love and Lectin-Free Treats

Valentine’s Day: Laughter, Love and Lectin-Free Treats

I don't care if I'm attached or single, either way I love my Valentine's Day! This Valentine's Day I wanted to make sure my single friends (myself included) feel pampered and loved, so I decided to throw a cozy little soirèe full of lectin free desserts, appetizers,...

“Old World” Dark Chocolate Truffles

“Old World” Dark Chocolate Truffles

What better way to savor the taste of dark chocolate than making "Old World" Dark Chocolate Truffles? I named these "Old World" because it's reminds me of the truffles you would see in Europe, with their irregular and petite shapes dusted with a robust and velvety...

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

On Valentine's Day, we all need a sweet treat and Chocolate Covered Strawberries always seem to make my list. With vibrant red strawberries dipped in dark chocolate, you can be sure this is lectin-free and absolutely divine. Another simple recipe that seems hard to...

Paint the town in Portland!

Paint the town in Portland!

With its brisk February weather and chill vibes, Portland (Oregon) welcomed me with rare sunshine and the usual eccentricities that can only be expected from episodes of "Portlandia". For those of you unfamiliar with Portland (or the show "Portlandia" for that matter)...

Roasted Romanesco

Roasted Romanesco

I didn't even know what a Romanesco was until this stunner caught my eye at the San Rafael Farmer's Market at the Civic Center (one of the best markets I have been to, by the way). So what is Romanesco and what do you do with this geometric masterpiece? It tastes like...

Vegan Strawberry “Ice Cream”

Vegan Strawberry “Ice Cream”

Believe it or not, Vegan Strawberry Ice Cream has only two ingredients! Creamy and light, this sweet treat is easy to make in no time at all.On the lectin-free diet, fruit is viewed as "nature's candy" and green bananas are allowed (less sugar), but in moderation....