Food for thought!

I listened to this story on "The Story" by Dick Gordon on NPR on my ride back home tonight. Check it out and I believe you might find it interesting!

Beyond Dispersants in the Gulf of Mexico

Riki Ott

When Riki Ott heard about the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, it brought back a nightmare she’s lived with for the past 21 years. Riki was fishing for salmon in Cordova, Alaska in 1989 when the Exxon Valdez ran aground and dumped millions of gallons of crude oil into Prince William Sound. At the time, she hadn't told many people in Alaska that she had a PhD in marine toxicology, but that knowledge helped her as the community took stock of the damage and made sure the voices of the fishermen were heard. Now she’s in Louisiana to help citizens and fishermen there deal with the aftermath of the Gulf spill. One of Riki's biggest concerns is about the potential dangers of chemicals dispersants.

Peace :)

Y'all are my sunshine...

We are all gathered here, in the info-space, to share our ideas about food and health, to cherish and to rejoice each others recipes and ideas...

I was very honored today when I received the Sunshine Award from Vivacious-Vegan.

The Sunshine Award is awarded to bloggers whose positivity & creativity inspires others in the blog world.
The rules for accepting this award are:-

Put the logo on your blog or within your post.
Pass the award onto 12 bloggers.
Link the nominees within your post.
Let the nominees know they have received this award by commenting on their blog.
Share the love and link to the person from whom you received this award.

I am delighted to share this award with you my dears:

My angel wife from AngelSoap, not only are you an artist but you also are an excellent cook. You have been kind enough to share some of your recipes and the dishes with me. I love you and I am fortunate to have you in my life. So, I present you the Sunshine Award!

Vivacious-Vegan, you gave me inspiration to start blogging about my food. While I have posted some of my food recipes on my cycling blog, I give you credit for the inspiration. Your blog always is great to read, although, as I have admitted in the past, not a good blog to read late at night (makes me hungry). So, you my dear, are my next recipient of the Sunshine Award!

Vegan-Epicurean, your recipes rock! We follow your blog and we love it. We are pleased to give you the Sunshine Award!

Papaya-Chronicles, your blog is lovely and I love reading your recipes. Your blog also makes me super hungry so I try not to visit at night. It is my honor to give you the Sunshine Award!

Richard, your blog always makes me think and many times puts a smile on my face. I always seem to learn something new from you and I thank you for the same and I am honored to award you the Sunshine Award!

Peter, your cause is simply awesome! I don't have enough words to express the happiness your journey brings me (and a whole bunch of us). Your determination humbles me. I am honored to award you the Sunshine Award!

Myles, you have introduced me to some fine fellas in Texas. I would not have met some of our mutual friends without you. You deserve the Sunshine Award, mon ami!

Meli, I simply love your blog and those awesome photos of Cappuccinos. Your blog makes me smile and makes me feel many years younger. Keep up the great work, my friend! I am delighted to present you the Sunshine Award!

Steve, your blog always has valuable content and is always very nicely written. I have learned a bunch of things from your blog. I am very pleased to present you the Sunshine Award!

Chris, you bring peace, calm and piety to cycling! Amen!! I simply love your blog. I am extremely happy to give you the Sunshine Award!

Vik, you an encyclopedia of bicycling, especially the modern day craft! I have learned so much about different bicycles and outdoor products from your blog. I am delighted to present you the Sunshine Award!

Stu, the adventure you have undertaken is simply way cool! I love reading your blog, checking out your phenomenal photographs and reading all about your trip. I am very happy to present you the Sunshine Award!

Thank you all for your contributions which have enriched my life in more ways than I can explain.

Peace :)

Chickpea Salad!

Tonight we had Chickpea Salad for dinner!

Ingredients:
Green Onion 3 stalks
Red Bell Pepper (half)
Parsley 1 Tsp
Dill 1 Tbsp
Sea salt - a pinch
Cayanne Pepper (to taste)
Dijon Style Mustard
Veganaise 1 Tbsp
Organic Garbanzo Beans (1 can rinsed)
Avacado
10 Cashews

Preparation:
Mix all ingredients, gently, in a large bowl and let sit for an hour so the ingredients marry.

Served on a bed of chiffonade spinach and served in a Red Cabbage bowl!

Bon appetit!

Peace :)

Naturally in South Padre Island!

We just got back from a week in the lovely South Padre Island (SPI). If you are a vegetarian/vegan and if you have to go to SPI, fear not Mon Ami, about the availability of vegetarian and vegan foods. For all your healthy food needs, in SPI, I strongly recommend going to Naturally's on Padre Blvd.

Naturally's has a healthy, mouthwatering menu. Here are a couple of dishes we ordered.

Behold the Beeching Burrito! Mucho vegetarian and yummy-licious!

And, presenting The Naturally Yours Salad,  the mother of all salads! Skip the Feta cheese if you want to avoid dairy!

Last, but not the least important, Veggies Galore & Soy Mozzarella on Rosemary Foccaccia:

The atmosphere at Naturally's is quite casual and it is very relaxing. In addition to a great restaurant, they also sell healthy foods and some books to feed the hungry mind. The food was so healthy, this man changed drastically from looking like this...

to looking like this... 

Y'all know what I mean? :)

Naturally's also cater to those who want to eat dishes with meats in them. So, I would not call it a vegetarian restaurant. We ate at Naturally's about 6x during our stay of 1 week in SPI and we loved it.


Even our cat got suspicious and tried to spy on us. See below and you will know what I mean :)

Peace :)

PS. I have no monetary interest in Naturally's.