Recent Blog Posts
Holiday Chocolate Bark
With all of the lectin-filled Christmas desserts surrounding me, I needed to whip up something lectin-free that I could enjoy during the holiday season. Without the grains, gluten, lectins or guilt, holiday chocolate bark is a rich treat that will satisfy any holiday...
Homemade Vegetable Stock
I recently caught an awful flu and was craving soup to make me feel better. I was feeling so terrible that I just wanted something I could easily heat up. Without much energy, I went to the local grocery store and searched among the various soups on the shelves. Much to my disappointment, every soup contained some sort of lectin! Rice, potatoes, noodles, tomatoes, and beans. Not one soup was lectin-free!
Creamy Vegan Cauliflower Soup
Without many lectin-free soups on the market, I created this creamy vegan cauliflower soup that is free of harmful lectins and grains. This recipe is completely vegan for clean eating, a guilt-free conscience and a filling soup for any cold winter day.Creamy Vegan...
CP’s Guide to Marin County
Living in Marin County is definitely a quieter pace than bustling San Francisco, but there are a few gems that make Marin stand out on its own as a memorable place to visit. Breathtaking views, endless hiking, and unique natural wonders make Marin County worth seeing,...
Festive Holiday Wreaths
My sister Laurie picked up the art of making the most beautiful and festive holiday wreaths on a whim. I can remember a few years ago when she first started making them. Right before Christmas, she thoughtfully hand-delivered wreaths she made for me, my parents and a...
Oooh, Napa’s Auberge Du Soleil!
From posh magazines to casual talk among friends, I have longed to visit Napa's Auberge Du Soleil. Work/life balance seems incredibly out of sync these days, making it all the more important to take time out to relax and unwind. With autoimmune challenges, it is a...