This blog post is well over due, but it’s better late than never, right?! In early August Derek and I went up to Asheville, NC to celebrate my birthday. One of Asheville’s many nicknames is “The Paris of the South” (of course a much much…
After years of anticipation, the documentary showcasing elite athletes thriving on a plant-based diet came out! Last week Derek and I saw the premier of The Game Changers, and it was well worth the wait. I truly believe it’s going to change the way people…
Mmm potatoes, so satisfying! Our culture definitely has a love/hate relationship with these little tubers. They’ve been ridiculed off and on for decades! However, the concern shouldn’t be with the potatoes, but rather all the toppings that are typically added, butter, sour cream, cheese, milk,…
My road to holistic health wasn’t quick and it wasn’t easy! After getting an autoimmune disease, seemingly out of the blue, I tried pharmaceutical drugs. However, I quickly learned they weren’t the answer for me when my symptoms actually worsened from their use. I began…
I recently participated in a wellness event where I had the pleasure of showcasing some of my plant-based treats, chatting with people about plant-based food, my nutrition counseling, and just general holistic living. It was a lovely evening surrounded by some extraordinary and beautiful people.…
The Refined Hippie Podcast episode 9 is up and it’s all about women’s wellness! Shannon Leparski is a certified hormone specialist, plant-based enthusiast, blogger, and face behind The Glowing Fridge, a website devoted to women’s wellness and plant-based recipes. She’s also, most recently, become a…
Seaweed! Those who know me well, know that I love mermaids! Ever since The Little Mermaid came out (it was my first movie experience) Ariel has been my idol! My childhood summers were spent in my grandparents pool flipping around, legs pressed tightly together, pretending…
Austin, Texas has many nicknames…The Capitol City, ATX, Bat City, River City, and my particular favorite, of course, Hippie Haven. Prior to our departure, I heard many good things about the city. Everyone who had visited told me that I’d love it! They also said…
Ever since I was a kid key lime pie has been my favorite dessert! I loved the texture, tart yet sweet flavor, and richness. I loved it so much that I made it our “cutting pie” at my wedding (my husband and I had lots…
Creamy, rich, and totally satifying! All the words that help to describe a really good soup. This roasted cauliflower soup fits the bill! It’s often thought that only dairy/cream can make a soup creamy. But I assure you that is not the case! Thick and…
