Rice bowls are fun and easy to put together for a quick week night dinner. This bowl has an overall warming and somewhat drying energetic that is perfect for cold, rainy weather. The bowl is vegan/vegetarian, but it could also be made with pan-fried fish for...
Easy and elegant, this fall soup works equally well as an antidote for a long day at the office or the main dish for a last minute casual dinner party. Lightly seasoned with mint and a hint of tarragon, this delicious vegetarian meal is easy to make with...
Sweet and sour, this gazpacho is a perfect ayurveda summertime appetizer that will stoke your digestive fire. Serve at room temperature or lightly chilled. Gluten-free, soy-free, vegan, vegetarian (Yield: 4 appetizer-size servings) 8 Tomatillos, husked, quartered 1 onion, quartered 1 small jalapeño, seeded, halved 1 garlic clove, peeled, halved 1 tablespoon sunflower oil 1...
Laced with paprika and a splash of lemon, this easy to make chicken will liven up your weeknight meal. Leftovers can be served cold the next day with Radiccio Fennel Salad or Persian-spiced Quinoa Salad for lunch. Serves 2 Marinade: 3 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1...
Quinoa, which is cooling and a little dry, is great for pitta dosha and summer salads. Here, I have incorporated Persian-inspired ingredients to add some zest and round out the energetics for all doshas. The addition of chickpeas boosts the protein content, making it a healthy, balanced main-dish...
Mirpoix (pronounced "meer-pwah") is a combination of diced carrots, celery and onions that is used to add depth to soups, stocks and stews. Here it is used as the base from which additional ingredients are woven to create layers of subtle flavors. This tri-doshic vegetarian...
Ayurveda Spring Cleanse Retreat In this weekend workshop we will do a food-based cleanse to stimulate the removal of stagnant physical and emotional energy/toxins accumulated over the winter months. Cleansing with the seasons helps to strengthen our digestive fire. It resets our internal clock to support our immune system, calm...
INTRODUCTION TO AYURVEDA Sunday, February 1st from 1:30-3:30pm Ayurveda is the sister science to yoga and an ancient holistic system of medicine from India. It is still used today because – it works! Learn basic ayurveda principles and how to apply them to receive instant benefits!...
January 30, 2015 11am-2pm OPEN HOUSE Santa Monica Community Education is hosting an open house January 26th - 30th to introduce instructors to the community and showcase their upcoming classes. There will be prizes, raffles/discounts on classes, food and more! I'll be attending on Friday Jan 30th from 11am-2 pm with...
Introduction to ayurveda Learn about ayurveda – the sister science to yoga and an ancient holistic system of medicine from India. It is still used today because – it works! This sequential series of classes will be taught with a combination of interactive lectures and experiential...
Need help staying balanced through the holidays? The holidays are a time to rejoice and give thanks for the abundance in our lives. But sometimes, they bring emotional stress, anxiety and overeating. In this workshop, we will learn the time-proven techniques from ayurveda to bring balance...
Lunchtime Monthly Meditation & Wellness Series – noon – 1:30pm Biltmore Court, 520 S. Grand Avenue, Suite 680, Los Angeles, CA 90071Cost $20 non-CFA members Are you stressed out? Try Meditation. This lunchtime meditation series is for beginners and anyone looking to de-stress, refocus and energize. Seated in...
Introduction to Ayurveda Class - We will review the basic theory behind the ancient holistic system of medicine called ayurveda and learn how to apply it for happier and healthier lives! Wednesday, November 5, 2014 7:00 -8:00 PM Heal One World Healthy Living Space3503 W. Pico Blvd Los...
Kabocha is a delicious squash that is often referred to as "Japanese Pumpkin". It is sweeter and moister than a pumpkin, but less sweet than a yam. It is reputed to be an aphrodisiac and loaded with vitamin A & C - kabocha will keep you healthy through the...
Introduction to ayurveda Learn about ayurveda – the sister science to yoga and an ancient holistic system of medicine from India. It is still used today because – it works! This sequential series of classes will be taught with a combination of interactive lectures and experiential...
September 28, 2014 – Ayurveda Fall Cleanse Feeling a little unbalanced? Seasonal transitions are the perfect time for a physical, mental and spiritual tune-up. In this workshop, we will learn how to do a gentle, food-based cleanse specifically designed for the transitional season of fall. We will...
[caption id="attachment_923" align="alignleft" width="175"] Pitta Cooling Summer Dal[/caption] INTRODUCTION TO AYURVEDA Sunday, July 20th from 1:30-3:30pm Ayurveda is the sister science to yoga and an ancient holistic system of medicine from India. It is still used today because – it works! Learn basic ayurveda principles and how...
July 23rd: SUMMER BOOK GIVEAWAY To celebrate summer I’ll be giving away 2 copies of “Eat Well, Be Well: Ayurveda Cooking for Healthy Living” in July and August. To be eligible to win, you must do the following: 1. Sign up for my email list HERE and...
Would you like to be healthier (eliminate bloating, heartburn, migraines, acne, etc.)? Would you like to increase your energy? Would you like to lose weight without dieting? The solution can be as simple as modifying your food choices to be in sync with your unique constitution. Learn about...