Sometimes life surprises me and now is one of those times. Our close friends Keith & Suzanne recently introduced 'raw' to Mike and I and
I've become more and more amazed by the lifestyle, well-being and creative aspects.
This totally surprises me because I'm one of those people who used to think vegetarians, raw foodies, vegans were weird. I just love food too much and could never understand why people would cut their diets so short and choose to miss out on the good stuff.
Lately, my thoughts are gradually changing. We've been eating so whole and pure my mind and body have completely transformed. I'm so excited about it, I had to share with all of you~ It's a feeling that's almost unexplainable and even more powerful than you hear. My energy level has increased a million times and by head feels crystal clear all the time.
How could you ask for more when your life suddenly becomes more enjoyable?
Tonight Keith & Suzanne are having us over for dinner. Suzanne is going to prepare a Raw American inspired meal of Garden Veggie Burgers, Jicama Fries, 'Mashed Potato's' with Mushroom Gravy and for dessert, Chocolate Ice Cream Sundaes.I'm so excited to be in each other's company and discuss this incredible Raw Occasion.
I'm planning on bringing a hostess gift and wanted your advise~
Should I bring some Fresh Potted Herbs that she can keep in her kitchen?
Or should I bring my Homemade Raspberry Hibiscus White Tea & Ginger over ice with my recipe attached and a bundle of Fresh Mint?
I'm planning on bringing a hostess gift and wanted your advise~
Should I bring some Fresh Potted Herbs that she can keep in her kitchen?
Or should I bring my Homemade Raspberry Hibiscus White Tea & Ginger over ice with my recipe attached and a bundle of Fresh Mint? (This tea is sooo yummy. All you need is 1 cup of water to a boil then add 5 White Tea bags and 5 Raspberry Hibiscus tea bags, 1.5 tsp of fresh graded ginger, reduce heat and add agave nectar to desired sweetness. Let stand for 30 minutes off heat, strain into a pitcher and add 2-3 cups of cold water. Serve over ice with fresh mint & raspberries. Emmmm~~ I drink this all day everyday!)
I love sharing this with all of you and if you ever need more fresh and healthy fixes visit Simply Mel's blog REVERIE. She's incredible and beautiful inside & out. Every time I visit her blog she's always is making my day feel a bit brighter and more balanced. She also has an adorable on-line boutique filled with a collection of quality items you can visit HERE~
I love sharing this with all of you and if you ever need more fresh and healthy fixes visit Simply Mel's blog REVERIE. She's incredible and beautiful inside & out. Every time I visit her blog she's always is making my day feel a bit brighter and more balanced. She also has an adorable on-line boutique filled with a collection of quality items you can visit HERE~ Wishing you all a beautiful day! xo,
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I'm so glad that your lovely flowers tempted me here. I have been vegetarian for almost 10 yrs. We recently watched the movie food inc and now I've been vegan for about a month. My kids were entirely on board and wanted to pursue this lifestyle just as much, if not more, than me. I'm feeling better than I ever have and am not missing dairy like I thought I might. Anyways, don't know what prompted me to share. I guess it's exciting that someone is currently walking a similar path.
Wishing you wellness and thanks for sharing the tea recipe- sounds great. :) Erica
ps- here's a post I did on this a bit a go
http://luxeislife.blogspot.com/2010/02/food-for-thought.html
The tea looks amazing!!!!
I love the idea of the tea. I read a long time ago when you take a hostess gift it should be something that they don't have to figure out wha to do with it on the spot and a gift of something that can be used-up is always good. They say never bring a boquet of flowers that are not in a vase already. I have had that happen to me and in the middle of last many prep I had to find a vase and arrange flowers. I love flowers and the thought of the gift was lovely but not convenient. The pitcher of tea would be a lovely accompaniment to this delish dinner. Sorry for the letter, Kathysue
That looks really tasty. So much more appetizing. I like the idea of the potted herbs.
thanks for your comment Noel!
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they look delicious and I bet they smell fantastic...
Oh sweet Noel!
You have made my day (but of course, any time I hear from you, my face lights up with a smile!)!!!
First, you DEFINITELY must take your hibiscus tea (and I'm totally going to make this over the weekend for some friends visiting from Germany). Thank you for the great recipe.
Second, I LOVE raw food! In fact, I just signed up for a demo class next month. I have attempted many times to add raw dishes to our menus, but I never seem to 'get it' when reading from a book. I need one-on-one lessons with a true raw guru! Your evening tonight sounds perfect, and I cannot wait to discuss with you more when I hope to see you next week.
Isn't it wonderful to feel so ALIVE when you eat and live purely? Truly, I get a high off it!
Thank you for such sweet words today ~ and indulge in the RAW Occasion this evening.
Bisous,
Melissa
The tea, with the fresh mint....that would be my choice. It looks so scrumptious and pretty too. xv
Oh,I like these post,my dear Noel!-)*
That is not strange that you stay to drink these immensly delocious tea...
I am a big fan of those kind drinks with a fresh herbs!!!
And you photos are SO inviting,mmm...
Thank you my sweet,dear friend for you enchanted comment,these are SO dear for me!-)*
Much Love and beautiful blessed days for you,Noel!-)))*
***Violetta***
You have me thinking enough that I think I will do some research on this unless of course you share yours.......bring the tea for sure. It sounds delicious. This raw diet could well be something I should do, thanks for perking up my ears Noel. Much love XO
Thanks for dropping by Moth and for the lovely compliment. I'm pretty smitten with everything here... xo Erica
Cool post and the food looks great :)
Noel,
Thank you for this inspiring post! There is nothing quite like Fresh Raw Spring Greens!! I have never forgotten a post Simply Mel posted last year... I can still taste the fresh crispness of the beautiful veggies she posted... it has pulled me through many times of positive ALIVE choice.
XO
You make the Raw idea completely appealing with all these gorgeous photos! Congrats on scoring Dior, after viewing those amazing works of floral art, I can see why they came calling!
Dear Noel,
What beautiful photographs of delicious food. I think that I could easily be a vegetarian but, I would have to include fish in my diet. We eat fish nearly everyday coupled with LOADS of vegetables. We don't eat a lot of meat.
Your jug of hibiscus tea looks so delicious that, I must try it.
Many thanks for your comment on my latest post. I think a lot of us in blogland are posting about food this week.
Many, many congratulations on being contacted by Dior. You must have been SO excited.
Are you near Newport Beach, Noel ? We had a house on Newport Beach a few years ago. It was wonderful, and, if I remember rightly,I had a bucket of seafood !!
Have a fabulous meal with your friends and a wonderful weekend. XXXX
ohmy! the menu sounds amazing! and your ideas of what to bring are simply perfect!!!
Oh, I must try your tea!
We eat, pretty much, a vegetarian diet. You do truly feel so much better!
Hope you share some fabulous recipe ideas with us!
xo ~ Dana
That sounds like an amazing meal! Your tea sounds divine, I must write it down.. beautiful space you have here, I look forward to following! xoxo
Oh your tea looks delish.
I'm seriously intrigued by your experiences with raw food. The benefits sound amazing.
Hope you had a beautiful night with your friends.
xoxo DJ
Wow! Your flowers are beautiful!! Thanks for Inspiring!! Best, Connie
These photos are gorgeous and I would definitely take the tea ...sounds yummy. Your blog is beautiful and I am going to follow... how did you do your beautiful blue medallions for the side-bar buttons .... I love them... So French!
Visit me anytime - you would be welcome!
Frances
Thank you so much for this post! I was so into raw at one time and felt exactly as you described! It was such a high... I remember feeling on top of the world! I miss it so much and you've inspired me so!
It's not easy and a lot of work, but so worth it, I know. One of my favorite restaurants is down your way. It's called Native Foods. Do you know it?
There's one in Palm Springs where we're going next week and I can't wait to eat there again!!
Eating live food makes you feel insanely alive!!
I am so inspired by you Noel... Thanks so much!!!
I'm making that tea tomorrow :)
So excited by your post! I have another friend eating mostly raw and I am inspired. Keep those recipes coming and I will definitely be trying the tea. Would love to know what other recipes you have tried and love!
Thanks for sharing!
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wow, fantastic pictures. such beautiful food
Noel, it sounds like an amazing dinner!I am looking forward to ready your after thoughts.:-) I am such a "meaty" person that it is difficult for me to even imagine my food without meat. :-) I was born in the year of a Tiger under the sign of Leo - so yes, I am miserable without my meat. :-) Your tea sounds amazing as well!Wishing you wonderful week.:-)
If you were coming over to my house I would want you to bring me both :)
How fascinating. I would love to learn more and clean up my diet. Sounds so invigorating!
P.S. The girls loved their journals! xo Terri
that iced tea looks amazing!
Great post, thanks alot!!!
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OMG! Such wonderful pictures, I want to try these beautiful things!
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