Recovery Smoothies

  Wholefoods based Recovery Smoothies   Wholefoods based recovery smoothies compared to commercially available protein shakes like whey and isolated soy have all the protein-requirement necessary to build and repair muscles but none of the acid and body-altering hormones found in synthetic formulas in the market that can lead to impotence, breast-growth, bone fracture and even hurt the liver in the long run. So build and repair the natural way, here are 3 fun and easy … Read the rest


Sprout; Freshness on the Go

There’s a new quickie-mart in town, but this time it’s bursting of all-natural healthy instant-food!       Nothing works on you better than fresh, raw salad bowls in a reusable palatable container like this one. Which reminds me, I have to ask them where to source these lil pretties.   I especially like boosters  made of superfoods because their concentrated micronutrients that goes straight to our bloodstream for that instant energy-lift. Kinda like Caffeine, … Read the rest


Lose weight by eating more (Published in DOH)

Full Article here: http://http://www.healthpromo.doh.gov.ph/lose-weight-by-eating-more-with-10-simple-trade-offs/ Lose weight by eating more with 10 simple trade-offs Department Of Health 1. Choose quality over quantity: Ever heard of calorie counting? Not only does it not work, it also doesn’t help in preventing weight gain. Here’s why: A large bowl of salad composed of greens, fruits and lentils can go up as much as 400 hundred calories compared to a 200 calorie slice of lean meat but would end up … Read the rest


Balinese cooking workshop @ Dahon Kusina

Perhaps Asha’s most soulful workshop, a taste of Balinese cusine with Ibu Nora of Soho Indonesia was an experience to keep biting back to. I took my first workshop with Asha two years back, we were learning Thai cuisine but what was imprinted in me then was Mindful language, something I lack in particular. Now, aside from the mouth-watering Balinese recipes, I learned the importance of plating and setting beautifully arranged dishes-again something I didnt … Read the rest


Hai Shin Lou, Chinese Vegetarian choices

  Hai Shin Lou, known for their fresh seafood and delectable meat also has one of the best Chinese Vegetarian options in Metro Manila. As a regular, here as some of our favorite meatless orders that are just as savory as it’s meaty counterparts.       This addicting snack comes free in the table. Light and crispy (not to mention refillable) it’s easy to ruin one’s appetite by over-munching on this crispies (which is … Read the rest


Cocogreen/Agico at Legaspi Sunday Market

    We werent able to take photos but Chiqui Mabanta of Corner Tree, Nixie of Surya Yoga and Wellness Center and Rouchelle of PETA also were kind enough to visit us on our first day. Namaste to all the patrons, partners, and friends who supported Cocogreen and Agico on our first day. Cocogreen made a killing (ethical at that) with our Plant-based Better than Cheese line-up, Dark Cocoa Bar and Olive butter. Were happy … Read the rest


Cocogreen’s vegan favorites!

Vegans have the most discriminating taste buds, simply because of their palate sensitivity. The absence of meat has trained their sense of taste overtime to recognize even the most subtle hints of flavor. Which is why it’s important for any caterer, chef or cook to understand that the gauge in which vegetarians will judge a dish is not the same as that of regular customers. My mom being none-vegetarian for instance, will gear towards strong … Read the rest


Temple food at the Flying Dragon mall, Wong Tai Sin HK

Perfect Vegetarian Foods: Temple food at the Flying Dragon Mall in front of Wong Tai Sin Temple After our temple visit, we decided to have an early light dinner at the vegan restaurant adjacent to the temple. Pretty sure it was put up there to cater to the people visiting the Dao as most of them are strict vegetarians.                                 … Read the rest