Take a little drive down to Costa Mesa and you'll find a covert, one-level, urban space called The LAB–The Anti-Mall. Within The LAB there are a few shops, a few restaurants, an art exhibit and an outdoor area to sit and lounge.
It's the perfect location for Seabirds Kitchen–a small, organic, seasonal vegan restaurant.
Read MoreI remember many many years ago when I found Bitchin' Sauce at the Hillcrest Farmers Market in San Diego. At that time, they only had two or three flavors and that was enough to seal the deal. I was hooked and as you can see, they've grown!
Read MoreAnother year, another gigantic endeavor Vegan Beerfe... I mean Eat Drink Vegan has undertaken. They have gone from a small parking lot to a larger parking lot to a stadium to the entire area surrounding the stadium!
Read MoreThe first time I tried Cava Grill I was with non-vegan friends at the Villiage at Topanga location. I was told it was another Chipotle-style Mediterranean restaurant much like Yalla Mediterranean.
We departed from the wilds of Iguazu Falls and landed in a bustling, Spanish speaking, Parisian city.
Read MoreWe can sit around all day and debate why or why not honey is vegan or why I prefer coconut nectar over agave OR we all can just hold hands and dive into Temple Turmerics NEW FLAVORS!
Read MoreWhile we first entered Iguazu Falls on the Argentina side I was fighting a high fever, round the clock fever-reducing medication, ear infection, fatigue and a sore throat–perfect for a long day of walking in the blaring sun WHICH happens to be my favorite part of a trip. I love being active, getting out there, exploring, walking, hiking, etc.
Read MoreSouth America- Chile, Brazil, Iguazu Falls, Argentina
Part 3: Iguazu Falls
I didn't know how much I was looking forward to Iguazu Falls until I stood face to face with the natural wonder.
Read MoreYalla Mediterranean, a Northern California health-conscious chain has made its way down the coast.
I was given an opportunity to invite and try their new location in Culver City. I pulled a few close friends/bloggers to enjoy this delicious occasion.
Read MoreSouth America- Chile, Brazil, Iguazu Falls, Argentina
Part 2: Brazil
Rio de Janerio clings to the muscular mountain landscape while simultaneously hugging the Atlantic Ocean in a tug o' war battle where no one loses.
Read MoreOur last BIG girls trip to Bali, Lombok and Singapore held us over for a substantial amount of time (1.5 years), but it was time again to scratch that itch for another adventure! This time, we took over South America!
Read MoreSnacks from all over the glorious U.S. are curated monthly to bring to you Snack Boxes!
This month I tore open my April Vegan Cut's Snack Box with vigor–per usual. I love seeing what treats await me; some I know, some I don't, yet all fun to receive.
"Why Vegan?" is a YouTube series my friend Vegetaryn created highlighting social media influencers on their vegan journey.
Read MoreUnless you're allergic, I don't understand those who don't love avocado (sorry). It's perfect!
Read MoreDay 2 started with another Suja Greens. Allowing my body to have some nutritional consistency for the last day of expo was key because the last day requires some finesse.
Read MoreIt's that magical time of year where folks from near and far gather in one large convention center to check out the latest and greatest products from a wide-range of vendors!
Three (two for me) full charged, insanely packed, early to start, late to bed, heart pumping, legs a' moving, body a' aching days with like-minded individuals makes my heart do the happy dance. It's insanely exhausting, but there is a laundry list of reasons why it's incredibly worth it.
Read MoreI've had many "lightbulb" moments throughout my life, but it took personal experiences to bridge the gaps that weren't being bridged.
Read MoreThere are days when cashew cream slathered on bread sounds mighty delicious and then there are days (more often than not) where something fresh and green makes my body swoon.
In this recipe, I’m bringing together a refreshing, nutritious, DEFREAKNLIOUS green salad and a gluten-free, NON-GMO, low calorie, Sunfood Coconut Wrap that'll leave you swooning for days.
Aside from the surprising amount of flavor this wrap packs, it’s perfectly filling–leaving you pleasantly satisfied versus couch ridden.
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