Friday, August 20, 2010
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
A Miso Soup Connoisseur
I've pretty much become a miso soup connoisseur. Just like (vegan) Caesar salads, I sample it whenever it's on the menu, mainly at vegetarian restaurants.
The light broth, soft tofu, slithery seaweed, and crunchy scallions that usually comprise it yield the perfect cup of soup year-round, in my mind. I thought a series of reviews would fit in just fine here, so stay tuned as fall nears and official soup-slurping season begins (I've been enjoying soup all summer, though!).
The light broth, soft tofu, slithery seaweed, and crunchy scallions that usually comprise it yield the perfect cup of soup year-round, in my mind. I thought a series of reviews would fit in just fine here, so stay tuned as fall nears and official soup-slurping season begins (I've been enjoying soup all summer, though!).
Monday, August 16, 2010
VegNews is having a Hard Cider Taste Test!
http://thisjustinvegnews.blogspot.com/2010/08/hard-apple-cider.html
I cannot wait to see the results of VegNews' upcoming Hard Cider Taste Test. Nothing gets me more ready for fall than hard apple or pear ciders.
I cannot wait to see the results of VegNews' upcoming Hard Cider Taste Test. Nothing gets me more ready for fall than hard apple or pear ciders.
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
David Crow of Floracopeia at The Open Center - 7/11/10
Last Sunday, I took off from my show to attend a half-day workshop at The Open Center. Amanda of A Perfume Organic had told me about this workshop with David Crow, LAc. It was titled "The Medicinal and Sacred Uses of Essential Oils" and its description promised:
"This workshop offers a practical introduction to the vast world of essential oils. Topics covered will include: how essential oils work-their absorption and effects on the glandular, respiratory, nervous and circulatory systems; the seven best ways of using essential oils effectively (inhalations, baths, compresses, facial steam, massage, palm inhalation, diffusers); what you need to know to avoid adulterated/contaminated oils and use oils safely; how to bring essential oils and resins into your spiritual life-to calm the mind, sharpen concentration, inspire metta (loving kindness), increase awareness of prana, and get into deeply relaxed states of consciousness."
While it did not nearly cover everything mentioned above, I did learn some, and got to sample a few of Floracopeia's amazing oils. I loved David's focus on how human beings are "biologically dependent upon photosynthetic beings." This is something he seems especially passionate about: how plants should be revered and respected, and how since plants came before humans, our bodies are literally designed for a close relationship with them; a view which I am very much in line with.
Of the oils sampled, the Pinon Pine was surely my favorite. It had so many aspects to it, it came off almost as a finished perfume. Not unlike a wine tasting, he had us imagine where this plant could have grown... was it a wet, warm climate? was it low or high altitude? It was indeed Colorado, a high, dry, and windy region, and you could smell it, just like you could taste the soil the grapes were grown in, in a wine! I plan to buy some for adding to home-made cleaning products. I love the idea of my bathroom smelling like Pinon Pine after a good scrubbing--what an incentive to clean!
While it did not nearly cover everything mentioned above, I did learn some, and got to sample a few of Floracopeia's amazing oils. I loved David's focus on how human beings are "biologically dependent upon photosynthetic beings." This is something he seems especially passionate about: how plants should be revered and respected, and how since plants came before humans, our bodies are literally designed for a close relationship with them; a view which I am very much in line with.
Of the oils sampled, the Pinon Pine was surely my favorite. It had so many aspects to it, it came off almost as a finished perfume. Not unlike a wine tasting, he had us imagine where this plant could have grown... was it a wet, warm climate? was it low or high altitude? It was indeed Colorado, a high, dry, and windy region, and you could smell it, just like you could taste the soil the grapes were grown in, in a wine! I plan to buy some for adding to home-made cleaning products. I love the idea of my bathroom smelling like Pinon Pine after a good scrubbing--what an incentive to clean!
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
I'm back!
Summer is in full swing. I spent the rest of winter indulging my new-found chocolate habit, and consuming lots and lots of teas. Now I am back, and hope to keep this blog as a habit, not letting work stuff get in the way!
I received an Amazon.com gift card a few months ago (mom's friend thanking me for getting he and his family tickets to the play I am working on). I decided to finally spend it on, among other things, the adorable Takeya Flash Chill Iced Tea Maker. My boyfriend and I have recently moved 5 blocks from our old apartment in the East Village. Thankfully we found a new place in the same neighborhood, though it wasn't looking good for a few weeks. But now, I have a real kitchen! Cabinets, drawers, and a full, suburban-sized refrigerator! I am ecstatic to have a dedicated tea shelf in the pantry, and room for my pots and gadgetry.
The Takeya is awesome. I love the design and the color! I love the removable silicone handles in a tonal color. The BPA-free AcraGlass stays warm to the touch, not hot, while brewing. I have some PG Tips cooling off quickly in the fridge right now.
I received an Amazon.com gift card a few months ago (mom's friend thanking me for getting he and his family tickets to the play I am working on). I decided to finally spend it on, among other things, the adorable Takeya Flash Chill Iced Tea Maker. My boyfriend and I have recently moved 5 blocks from our old apartment in the East Village. Thankfully we found a new place in the same neighborhood, though it wasn't looking good for a few weeks. But now, I have a real kitchen! Cabinets, drawers, and a full, suburban-sized refrigerator! I am ecstatic to have a dedicated tea shelf in the pantry, and room for my pots and gadgetry.
The Takeya is awesome. I love the design and the color! I love the removable silicone handles in a tonal color. The BPA-free AcraGlass stays warm to the touch, not hot, while brewing. I have some PG Tips cooling off quickly in the fridge right now.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Numi Magnolia Puerh
I took the time to sample this little souvenir I discovered backstage at Stanford University. A smooth, lightly floral, delicate blend. Puerh is the last listed ingredient. I oversteeped it, approx. 6 minutes because I was busy (2-4 is recommended) but it still showed such delicate flavor. It's the color of some black coffees, very dark-yet such a light treat. Would be lovely with a macaron or some such thing!
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