Shrimply- Delicious

Summer is over and our house is back in routine.  it's always good to clean up your diet a little after vacation, and shrimp meals are a simple way to dive in.  It's nice to enjoy a tasty meal and stay healthy at the same time.  I took shrimp and marinated it with lemon juice, touch of olive oil, salt, pepper, and sprinkled with Tajin.  I marinated the cucumbers in vinegar and onions.  On top of the shrimp I mixed in red cabbage that was marinated in vinegar, red onions, habanero peppers, and salt. Here you see shaved Brussel sprouts that I mixed with grounded flaxseed, almonds, brazil nuts, walnuts & Q10, then heated them for 3 minutes on the stove.  Super healthy!  I opened a Frank Family Chardonnay - It's my  absolute "go-to" for a White Wine. 

Shrimp marinated in lemon juice, touch of olive oil, salt & pepper, and Tajin.  Shaved Brussel Sprouts with grounded flaxseed, almonds, brazil nuts, walnuts & Q10.

Furi Knives  Rachel Roy Gusto Grip /  These are fantastic knives, I have been cooking with these for several years now and I always reach for them, maybe it's the "orange case" i'm in love with, but bottom line, they work!  

Stay Healthy, and don't forget to listen to your favorite music when you are creating in your kitchen.

“The only real stumbling block is fear of failure. In cooking you've got to have a what-the-hell attitude.” 
― Julia Child

L.A. JUICE - HEALTHY & HAPPY

Want to enjoy your juice in-style and feel healthy at the same time?  Stop by L.A. Juice on Melrose.  You will enjoy this little "juice-jewel" box. With catchy names as, Get The Glow, Red Carpet and Malibu Greens, you know you're in L.A.  

Kiel Politt, one of the owners, is not only a holistic health practitioner, he's also an astrologer.  The juices and waters are made from a state of the art alkaline water filtration system to wash all of their produce, and bottle the waters.  Juices are pressed and bottled behind the sales area, so you are served the live, enzyme packed, and unpasteurized juices. You can return your bottle and receive a $1.00 credit (two dollars on Mondays) or refill with water and keep them in the fridge.  (our son loves these stout shaped bottles)  Don't miss the detail of the front desk when you enter this eco-friendly shop, it's recycled leather belts.  Love it!

I left with my three favorites - Rose Water (Alkaline Water & Rose Essence) /  Almond Rose(Almonds, Dates, Cardamom Rose Essence, Sea Salt, Alkaline Water)  / Mulholland Greens (Coconut Water, Cucumber, Celery, Kale)  They also sale these adorable burlap bags for $8.00.

Mulholland Greens - Coconut Water, Cucumber, Celery, and Kale - The coconut water gives an amazing flavor paired with the greens. 

Alkaline Water & Rose Essence /  I am fascinated with the flavor of this Rose Water.  You will truly feel as if you are drinking a Red Rose.  They nailed the flavor on this one,  you even feel pretty drinking it.  The soft pink creates a beautiful presentation for your guest.

 Almond Rose(Almonds, Dates, Cardamom, Rose Essence, Sea Salt, Alkaline Water)   With the essence of the rose, you will feel as if you are having desert.    / Cardamom is native to the evergreen forests of India. This spice is commonly used in Indian cuisine, but it has also made its way into Ayurvedic medicine as a treatment for mouth ulcers, digestive problems, and even depression. Some of the health benefits of this peppery, citrusy spice are now making their way into modern studies. It’s well worth adding cardamom to your food for the flavor alone, but these health benefits are also something to consider whenever you break out the spices.

this photo courtesy of L.A. JUICE

this photo courtesy of L.A. JUICE

We are so fortunate to have L.A. JUICE here in our neighborhood.  If you are in L.A. do stop by, it's charming.  You will be greeted by positive, happy and informative people.  Thank you L.A. JUICE for delivering us healthy choices.   8360 Melrose Ave. Suite 104 Los Angeles, Ca. 90069

IDV - ILan Dei Venice / Unique Urban Outdoor Living

Welcome to IDV, a truly unique urban outdoor living experience designed right here in the heart of Venice, CA.  You can find products that simplify your life, and inspire you to be creative at the same time. The man behind Ilan Dei Designs has connected modernism with rich color palettes and sleekness for your outdoor lifestyle.  As you stroll along Abbot Kinney don't miss this retail space outside in the middle of the city, right here in Venice, CA.

My morning coffee sure taste great in my hot pink JOCO coffee cup.  Hot or cold, this cup is functional and comes in great colors (took forever to pick one.) You can keep your coffee hot or your ice coffee cold. I think JOCO Cups are a smart gift idea, with a fun presentation.  FYI, these cups are great for any liquid.

Be a kid again with this Hella Slingshot / For the kid who has everything.  

Who doesn't love spending time in a Dot & Bo Hammock?  Rich in color, and oh so cozy,  any tree will be happy to invite you to "hang around"

Fun conversation coasters for your dinner party crowd.  What's your favorite coast?  What coast are you from? 

Beautifully designed step ladders and pictured in the background, a sleek, and simple hothouse for blooming orchids and plants.

  The Cruiser Collection  Designing in Venice for over 25 years.

IDV is Located at 1650 Abbot Kinney Blvd. in Venice, CA.  You will find plenty of fantastic gift ideas, and conversation pieces at the right price for you or the person who has everything. 

On the road again with my new to-go JOCO coffee cup.