Straight up, the number one priority on the path to wellness begins with the question: How do you want to feel? From the moment we start fresh in the morning until it’s time to turn in for the night, staying focused on this goal is how we’re able to maintain steady flight throughout each and… Read More
The Bite-Sized Celiac Erika Kubitz and I—though we’ve never met—have a major thing in common: We both had celiac disease affecting our lives long before we knew it. Luckily, we found out and want to help others who may be struggling to find the answers to their celiac questions. It’s always a wonderful relief to… Read More
Inspired by the Parts Unknown episode where Anthony Bourdain shares a meal with former President Barack Obama in Hanoi, Vietnam, I decided to make my own version of Vietnamese Bun Cha. Vietnamese Bun Cha is a grilled pork and rice noodle salad, and one of Hanoi’s most famous dishes. Pork patties and slices of pork… Read More
In celebration of the upcoming holidays, I’m running a Goodreads self-care book giveaway where you can register to win one of 5 copies of Gluten Free Soul Pilot, my new guide to healthful, inspired living! The entry period began on Oct 29, 2018 and ends on Nov 12, 2018. How to Enter: 1. Click on… Read More
This past weekend, I was so excited to be participating in my first Sunday at Porter East with their awesome group of shops and restaurants and all the vendors and food trucks that come out for the event. My colleague Kristen Alden and I have a new book Gluten Free Soul Pilot that launches this… Read More
I felt it instantly. It was undeniable. It happened whenever I spoke to friends and neighbors about their travels to Italy. The room stopped. Their faces lit up and hearts melted all around upon speaking and hearing about the trip. I wanted a scoop of that slice of life! I love the heart-melters—the things we… Read More
The secret to eating healthy is simple: Single ingredient meals. I have found that the absolute best way to lead a healthful, gluten free life is to eat the purest of pure things you can find. Whole foods that are more a product of nature than a product of industry. The rewards are tremendous—whether you… Read More
My life after silent celiac disease has been a constant work in progress. I was relieved and grateful for my diagnosis 15 years ago, but soon learned that healthful living with celiac is not just about diet. Celiac disease is a hard thing to teach or explain. If we all become more aware… Read More
After much trial and error, I feel like I’ve landed in a beautiful place. Wellness, healthy food, peace and beauty are all inextricably linked. They cannot be considered separately. Eating healthy, physical activity, a positive outlook, getting rest, and working on inspiring, purposeful projects are all integral to each other for happiness and well-being. It’s… Read More
This Cara Cara orange chicken with pineapple recipe was one of those gluten free recipes I made with the ingredients I had available on hand. I was running low on produce and had some fresh chicken that needed to be cooked, and quickly. I went for the canned pineapple and Cara Cara oranges to jazz… Read More