Category: Holidays

  • Spaghetti Squash Fritters

    Spaghetti Squash Fritters

    Spaghetti Squash is another versatile seasonal favorite. It’s stringy texture lends itself well to anything that works with pasta, but this same texture also makes it perfect for fritters. No shredding necessary, the Spaghetti squash’s stringy flesh holds together nicely for crispy fritters.

     

     

    Spaghetti Squash Fritters

     

    3 cups of Spaghetti Squash, cooked and pulled

    1/3 cup Arrowroot Starch

    1/2 tsp. salt

    1 green onion

    3 eggs, beaten

    oil of your choice for frying

     

    1. Pull cooked Spaghetti Squash into a bowl, and squeeze out excess water
    2. Heat oil in pan
    3. Combine with starch, salt and onion
    4. Add beaten eggs
    5. Form into patties, and drop into oil, and brown on both sides.

     

  • Introducing: Fall Glory Smoothie

    Introducing: Fall Glory Smoothie

    We thought about Pumpkin Spice. We thought about Apple Pie. But what if we blended all the flavors of fall together into one nutrient-rich smoothie?

    That’s our Fall Glory Smoothie. Apple Cider, Maple Pumpkin Butter, Organic Pumpkin Puree, Rolled Oats, Vanilla Plant Protein and Coconut Milk combine in this comforting October smoothie.

    Welcome Fall!

  • Memorial Day Barbeque Headquarters

    Memorial Day Barbeque Headquarters

  • Natural Egg Dyeing

    Natural Egg Dyeing

    With Spring here and the Easter holiday on the horizon, many of you are opting to celebrate with the longstanding tradition of dyeing eggs. And a beautiful tradition it is! The eggs make great decorations as a centerpiece for your dining table or simply as a table arrangement to impress guests. Not to mention they are a FUN family activity.
    The not-so-fun part of the traditional dyeing comes from the back of the egg dyeing kit: yellow 5, blue 1, blue 2, red 40 and so on, and so on. The dye is full of synthetic junk. Which, may not seem like a big deal to you, but if you intend on consuming the eggs after the holiday, you may want to rethink what you’re using to dye them. On the other hand, if you care about the environment and would like to vote mindfully with your dollars to support natural food products, you may also want to rethink what you’re using to dye them.
    Here’s where we come in. We scoured the internet to find the best recipes for dyeing our eggs and came up with a few unique favorites to test out:

     

     

    • turmeric
    • purple cabbage
    • blueberries
    • spirulina
    • hibiscus

     

    As you will see, some of the colors came out much more vibrant than others. And we also discovered that the longer you soak them and keep them refrigerated when not on display, the more vibrant the colors will stay. We opted to de-complicate the recipes. We simply filled single cups about 1/2 way with each of the materials. Then added enough distilled vinegar to cover the material. Then followed up with hot water to activate the dyeing process. We submerged a single egg in each of the cups and let them sit refrigerated overnight.
    Here’s what we ended up with!

     

     

    Notice that we didn’t include what should have been a green egg that was dyed with the Spirulina. It didn’t work for us! Next time we will add some mashed spinach, perhaps?
    Give this a try and let us know what materials worked best for you and which were your favorites!
    Happy egg dyeing!
  • Introducing….the Lucky Shake!

    Introducing….the Lucky Shake!

    Creamy, Minty and full of protein and nutrient rich Spirulina, our newest smoothie is a better choice!  With no added sugar and ZERO preservatives, you can pass up the drive thru and crush the milkshake craving.

    https://youtu.be/PfOc-sk8U_k

     

     

  • 10 Minute Herbal Christmas Ornaments

    10 Minute Herbal Christmas Ornaments

    Looking for something easy to bring the hostess of that upcoming party? Need an inexpensive gift? Make lovely ornaments that can double as a tea!

    Here’s what you’ll need:

     

    • Empty Glass Globe Ornaments
    • Bulk Herbs
    • Funnel

     
    Simply fill the ball with the loose herbs. We kept ours simple, using singular herbs in each, but you could create custom blends that could be poured into a tea ball!
     

    Relax Blend:

    Lavender, Chamomile, Lemon Balm

    Cold-Fighter Blend:

    Elderberries, Rosehips, Cinnamon

    Cold-Soother Blend:

    Marshmallow, Peppermint, Mullein Leaf

    Tummy Soother Blend:

    Chamomile, Peppermint

    Blues Blend:

    Oatstraw, Lemonbalm, Spearmint

     

     

  • All the Best Stocking Stuffers!

    All the Best Stocking Stuffers!

    Specialty Chocolates:

    Specialty chocolates

    Look no further! We’ve got the best selection of chocolate around.  And with fair trade, raw and pure cacao, vegan, and sugar-free options, there’s something for everyone!

    Herbal Teas:

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    Comfort your loved-one this holiday season with a box of their favorite tea in their stocking. Or better yet – pick them out something new you think they’d like. Ask one of our team members for support making a selection!

    Hair & Body Brushes:

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    New year – new brushes.  Help your loved one freshen up their skin or their style with a brand new brush  – a perfect stocking stuffer!

    Incense:

    incense

    We have a wide selection of hand-blended, hand-rolled incense cones and sticks.  Each stick or cone can provide up to an hour of enjoyable aroma for your loved one.

    Gum:

    purgum

    Give the gift of good breath! Just kidding…sort of.  Much of our selection of sugar free gum  contains xylitol – a great-tasting sugar alcohol that has been found to potentially promote good oral health.

    Pet Treats & Toys:

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    Can’t forget Fido! Give your pet something to wag or purr about. Antlers, treats, canned food and organic toys, they’ll love whatever you choose!

    Bar Soap

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    Bar soap makes a great stocking stuffer. With clean, all-natural ingredients, you can feel great about gifting your loved one and they can too!

    Tea Light Candles:

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    Delight your loved one with delightful aromas and ambiance this holiday.  A pack of four tea candles from Way Out Wax will fit neatly into any stocking.

    Single Use Facial Masks:

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    At just the right price, single use facial masks provide soothing comfort and beauty to anyone – young, old, male or female! Let your loved one pamper themselves with a natural treatment.

    Nail Polish:

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    Free of formaldehyde, toluene, dibutyl phthalate and camphor, Mineral Fusion nail polishes come in gorgeous colors and are a great choice for someone who likes clean cosmetics.

    Ginger Candies:

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    Ginger candies are a favorite of many of our customers. Made with fresh ginger, they soothe bellies and satisfy a sweet tooth.

    Lip Balm:

    lipbalm

    Everyone could use a stick (or 2…or 3) of natural lip balm.  Opt for our natural varieties with shea butter and coconut oil rather than petroleum-based products from drug stores.

    Perfume Roll-On Sticks:

    perfume

    These pretty little roll-on sticks dispense just the right amount of all-natural perfume and they’re perfect for tucking into a purse when freshening up is in order.  Floral, citrus, and earthy scents provide a favorite for everyone.

    Pocket-Sized Supplements:

    minisupps

    Single protein powder packets, superfood packets, and liquid herbal tinctures are all great stocking stuffers. Support healthful mood, digestion and more. What better gift than the gift of good health?

    Personal Essential Oil Diffuser:

    monq

    Monq diffusers are sleek and offer all the benefits of aromatherapy in a handheld device. With zero nicotine, tobacco or artificial chemicals and seven different varieties, these are perfect for a loved one seeking happy, sleepy, vibrant, active, healthy, sexy, or zen vibes.

     

  • Allergy Friendly Holiday Classics!

    Allergy Friendly Holiday Classics!

    This time of year can wreak havoc on your system. Comfort food is everywhere: scents of baked goods, sugary delights and holiday candles abound. Choosing better ingredients and allergy-friendly options can minimize the side effects of the holidays. Here’s some of our favorite alternatives:

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    Silk Almond Nog

    Can’t have dairy? Can’t have Soy? There’s still a nog option for you!

     

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     Kite Hill Cream Cheese Style Spread in Chive

    Everyone else is having cheese and crackers- but you can’t do dairy. This spread from Kite Hill makes it easy with their almond-based spread. Pick up some crackers and dip away!

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    Dandy Blend Instant Beverage

    Cold evenings call for warm beverages- and coffee is a favorite! If you can’t drink coffee, or you are looking to cut down, Dandy Blend is an EXCELLENT alternative! It’s rich and smooth and plays well with your favorite creamer and sweetener. The best part is how easy it is- just mix in!

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    Pascha Organic Chocolate Rice Milk Chips

    What’s so amazing about these Chocolate Chips? Check out whats NOT in them! Nut Free, Dairy Free,  Wheat & Gluten Free, AND Soy Free. This makes these safe for a crowd!

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    Aleia’s Savory Stuffing Mix (Gluten Free!)

    Don’t miss out on stuffing! Aleia’s makes Gluten Free EASY- and yummy. It’s also dairy free, corn free and non-GMO.

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    TruJoy Candy Canes

    Everyone wants candy canes this time of year- but check out the ingredients! Our candy canes are free of dyes and other junk that you don’t want, but have all the minty goodness you crave.

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    Wholesome Sweeteners Organic Coconut Sugar

    One sprinkle of this, and you’ll find yourself forgetting to use brown sugar! Coconut sugar is low-glycemic and still offers that warm sweetness you look for on top of sweet rolls, and cookies.