Gaia: Los Angeles Macrobiotic Community

Re: Please don't be shy

http://yinfire.gaia.com — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:47:59 GMT

Hi. I'm in Upstate NY but recently decided to move to a macrobiotic diet because of multiple food/chemical allergies/sensitivities. Actually I realized the diet I am eating is fairly close to that anyhow. I wanted to know how to improve my diet and I want new ideas for eating. Namaste. Peace.

Macro Home w/room for rent

http://whatisthisbs.gaia.com — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 22:53:34 GMT

Room for rent: for someone you know and trust, please...
in 2-stry 2BR twnhouse btwn Grove & Beverly Center. Vibrant, safe neighborhood. Single father w/7 year old daughter here 1/2 time. Comfortable mellow atmosphere. Semi-furnished room. Mainly macrobiotic kitchen. Chemical scents (heavy perfumes, etc.) are discouraged. No pets. Parking is on the street but easy. Bus stops close by. Washer/dryer in the apartment and broadband internet. References please. $900/mo plus utilities. 1st & last. Call David: 323-422-5042

Seasonal Macrobiotic Cooking Classes! Yay!

http://eatyourveggies.gaia.com — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 05:13:14 GMT

Here at Viva la Greens we offer you a hands-on experience where you'll learn all the tools needed to make you and your family healthy meals. Are you new to vegetarian cooking and need to learn the basics? Or are you a seasoned veteran who needs some new ideas in the kitchen? Join us this Fall for our Vegan Macrobiotic Cooking Classes where you'll learn delicious and gourmet foods that will help you cover all your nutritional needs.

All classes are hands-on unless noted otherwise. Unlike those other cooking classes, we understand that the best way to learn is by doing. So bring your apron and knife and be prepared to get your hands dirty!

You'll find dates, times, and prices below. All classes use organic, natural ingredients free of animal products and no refined sugar. All classes are held in the Viva la Greens kitchen in Central Los Angeles unless noted otherwise. Pre-registration and payment is required a week in advance. Class size is limited so don't wait!

Call us today 310.963.4279 or email us at info@vivalagreens.com

Decadent Desserts
Saturday September 27th, 2-5pm, $55

Hands-On Seasonal Macrobiotic Cooking Series - FALL
Saturday October 4th - Soups
Saturday October 11th - Whole Grains
Saturday October 18th - Vegetables & Sea Vegetables
Saturday October 25th - Plant-based Proteins

Each class is 3 hours for $55, or $200 if you sign up for all 4 in the series. Class is held on Saturdays 11am - 2pm in Central Los Angeles area.

Healthy Thanksgiving Favorites
Coming soon in November!

The Macro Curse

http://wonderlandalli.gaia.com — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 06:35:35 GMT

It seems to me that all Macro forums I find are, well... dead. :(

From Patio to Plate! New Workshop! Sign-up now!

http://eatyourveggies.gaia.com — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 23:21:50 GMT

From Patio to Plate: Small-Space Gardening and Seasonal Cooking

Has lack of space prevented you from growing your own veggies, fruit and herbs? Think again! During this innovative workshop, gardening expert Darren Butler will introduce ingenious methods for growing edibles in spaces as small as a windowsill. We’ll cover container gardening, growing requirements of suitable herbs and veggies, soil management, and all the tools needed to start growing your own edibles.

Then you'll learn what it really means to Eat with the Seasons. Natural foods chef Christy Morgan will teach you all the elements of Seasonal Cooking, so you're able to take your veggies straight from your patio to your plate. You'll leave this workshop with delicious, cholestrol-free recipes that your whole family will enjoy! After the cooking demonstration we'll enjoy a light meal of seasonal edibles we make in class.

This workshop is one-of-a-kind! If you'd like to be a host for future workshops please let us know!

Presented by Eat Your Veggies & Darren Butler

Sunday, September 9th, 2007
11:30-4:30pm

Pre-registration is required! Enrollment is limited, so don't wait!

Early Registration, payment received by August 25th, $90.
After Aug. 25th, $115. Bring a friend or family member along, 2 people for $200.

Call or Email us to sign up!
310.633.7637, christy@eatyourveggies-la.com

Check out our new website at http://frompatiotoplate.com

From Patio to Plate!

http://eatyourveggies.gaia.com — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 14:20:52 GMT

From Patio to Plate: Small-Space Gardening and Seasonal Cooking

From Patio to Plate: Small-Space Gardening and Seasonal Cooking

http://eatyourveggies.gaia.com — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 23:02:56 GMT

Has lack of space prevented you from growing your own veggies, herbs, berries, and fruit? Think again! Gardening expert Darren Butler will introduce innovative methods for growing edibles in spaces as small as a windowsill. In two hours we’ll cover container gardening, growing requirements of suitable herbs and veggies, sprouts and sprouting, and an intro to growing berries and fruit trees in small spaces. After filling your minds and notebooks with useful and sometimes surprising tips for smallscale gardening, Darren will lead a hands-on activity mixing soil and planting a pot for you to take home.

Then you'll learn what it really means to Eat with the Seasons. Natural foods chef Christy Morgan will teach you all the elements of Seasonal Cooking, so you're able to take your veggies straight from your patio to your plate. You'll leave this workshop with delicious, cho lestrol-free recipes that your whole family will enjoy! After the cooking demonstration we'll enjoy a dinner of seasonal edibles that we make in class.

This workshop is one-of-a-kind! If you'd like to be a host for future workshops please let us know!

Presented by Eat Your Veggies & Darren Butler
West LA near Sepulveda and Venice

Saturday, July 21st, 2007
1-6pm

Pre-registration is required! Enrollment limited to eight students, so don't wait!

Early Registration, payment received by July 14th, $85
After July 14th, $100

Call or Email us to sign up!
310.633.7637, christy@eatyourveggies-la.com

www.eatyourveggies-la.com

Re: Now offering Macrobiotic meal delivery!!

http://eatyourveggies.gaia.com — Thu, 17 May 2007 01:02:25 GMT

Where do you live now? Just do a google search and you might find something near you. Great video you posted by the way!

Christy

Re: Now offering Macrobiotic meal delivery!!

http://juliptulip.gaia.com — Wed, 16 May 2007 16:38:37 GMT

Truly amazing! What a fabulous idea + website!! I just wished I was still out in L.A... do you know of any similar services? Thanks so much :)

Re: Macrobiotic Philosophy

http://juliptulip.gaia.com — Wed, 16 May 2007 05:46:49 GMT

This provides a simple explanation about the basics of macrobiotics. Enjoy!

Re: macrobiotoc definition

http://bramblehill.gaia.com — Fri, 11 May 2007 20:43:44 GMT

I am into the old school macrobiotic philosophy as discussed by Ohsawa.

Re: Now offering Macrobiotic meal delivery!!

http://dave.gaia.com — Wed, 02 May 2007 23:16:11 GMT

Wow, nice website! Lookin good!!

Another reason to move to Santa Monica. ;)

Now offering Macrobiotic meal delivery!!

http://eatyourveggies.gaia.com — Wed, 02 May 2007 22:35:00 GMT

For those of you in the Los Angeles area, Eat Your Veggies is now offering a macrobiotic meal delivery service in addition to the vegan meal delivery.

Visit the website for more details!

http://eatyourveggies-la.com/lunch.html

Great nutrition classes - FREE!

http://eatyourveggies.gaia.com — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 20:24:20 GMT

Classes in Los Angeles, California
(For other locations: http://www.cancerproject.org/resources/cooking_class.php)

Mar Vista Branch Library
12006 Venice Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90066

5/16/07: Fueling Up on Low-Fat Foods
5/23/07: Favoring Fiber
5/30/07: Discovering Dairy Alternatives
6/06/07: Replacing Meat
6/13/07: Planning Healthy Meals
6/20/07: Antioxidants and Phytochemicals
6/27/07: Immune-Boosting Foods
7/04/07: NO CLASS
7/11/07: Maintaining a Healthy Weight

All classes run from 6 to 8 p.m.

To register, call Tim Holland, librarian, at 310-390-3454.

Each class includes a 10-minute nutrition video followed by an hour-long cooking demonstration and sampling of the food prepared. Classes are open to cancer survivors, friends, family, and anyone interested in cancer prevention and healthy eating.

For specific questions on the material presented in the classes or recipes, contact Chelsea Lenge, R.D., at info@cancerproject.org.

Food for Life Nutrition and Cooking Class Series

http://eatyourveggies.gaia.com — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 16:48:21 GMT

Food for Life Nutrition and Cooking Class Series for Cancer Prevention and Survival

Classes in Los Angeles, California

Palms-Rancho Park Library
2920 Overland Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90064

2/01/07: Fueling Up on Low-Fat Foods
2/08/07: Favoring Fiber
2/15/07: Discovering Dairy Alternatives
2/22/07: Replacing Meat
3/01/07: Planning Healthy Meals
3/08/07: NO CLASS
3/15/07: Antioxidants and Phytochemicals
3/22/07: Immune-Boosting Foods
3/29/07: Maintaining a Healthy Weight

All classes run from 6 to 8 p.m.

To register, call Maggie Johnson, adult librarian, at 310-840-2142.

Each class includes a 10-minute nutrition video followed by an hour-long cooking demonstration and sampling of the food prepared. Classes are open to cancer survivors, friends, family, and anyone interested in cancer prevention and healthy eating.

Vege Potluck in LongBeach

http://iloveyou.gaia.com — Sat, 13 Jan 2007 06:16:29 GMT

Hi Fellow Humans,

There will be a vege potluck dinner at the Eldorado Nature Center in LOngbeach
On January 30th, Tuesday at 6 PM.

Last month, we had a drumming circle and the month before that we had a wonderful guest artist, singer-songwriter Mike Barnett.

I don't know the program for this month yet but I am sure it is wonderful!

Eat Your Veggies Meal Delivery Service!

http://eatyourveggies.gaia.com — Sun, 31 Dec 2006 18:37:15 GMT

Thank you for your interest in Eat Your Veggies! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season and are ready to get healthy in 2007!! Eat Your Veggies provides delicious, energetic, nutritious meals for you, your family, your coworkers, and your friends! Please pass this information along to all those you love!

It's the start of 2007, and most of us have decided to live a healthier lifestyle this year! Whether you are trying to lose weight, lower your cholestrol, get your kids to eat more veggies, or would like to incorporate at least one healthy meal a day into your diet, Eat Your Veggies Meal Delivery Service is just what the doctor ordered!!

We have our menu set for the January 7th delivery and you are the first to find out!! We are still on the search for the perfect containers for our all our meal delivery services, so this week we are only offering the Regular size lunchbox.

This includes 5 individual lunches at $12 a lunchbox, $60 for the week (Introductory price)

What a deal for organic, delicious meals that will cost you less than driving over to a restaurant to eat! Each Lunchbox comes with a main, a side, and a raw side dish. All meals are vegan - no animal products whatsoever. These menus are well balanced, full of protein and all the nutrients you need.

So here is what you've been waiting for! Weekly Menu starting January 7th:

Monday - Veggie meat rollup, corn on the cob, baby carrots
Tuesday - BLTempeh w/ pita bread, green bean salad, fruit & nuts
Wednesday - Bean chili, polenta squares, celery sticks
Thursday - Cheez Quesadilla on spelt tortilla, Mexican bean salad, baby carrots
Friday - Soba noodle salad, baked tofu strips, green salad
**

SO, all you have to do is email me or call me to let me know you'd like to order this week's lunchboxes. You must do this no later than FRIDAY each week, so I know how many orders to shop for, no exceptions. If you love the service, you can also set up an account to order each week automatically, you just let me know if you go out of town or need a week off.

Once you've placed your order, I'll start you an account with EYV, get all your important info and payment, then you'll be on your way to eating healthy and looking and feeling better! We deliver the meals to your door on Sunday and Wednesday to your home or work. We've made it so easy!!!!

** The menus are set, and no changes shall be made. However, if you do have certain allergies to anything on the menu, another item may be replaced in the lunchbox for an extra $2 a box. Please make us aware of any allergies you have when we set up your account. Here at Eat Your Veggies we want everyone to have access to the most nutritious food possible!! If you want to know more specifics on the menu please email me with the day you'd like to know about.

This is all very exciting for us! It's my goal as owner of Eat Your Veggies to spread healthy, delicious foods all over Los Angeles!! Don't forget to tell your fellow parents, coworkers and friends about this wonderful new service!! Word of mouth is a powerful thing and after trying our lunchbox service once, I guarantee you'll want to spread the word!!

Just to get your mouths' salivating here are some menus that will be offered with our Fresh Service (go to http://www.ieatveggies.com/lunch.html for more info on service packages):
Curried Lentils & Cauliflower over brown basmati rice
Tempeh Stroganoff
Black bean chili pie
Red curried veggies & tofu over brown rice
Tempeh sausage marina over angelhair pasta
Chana Masala over brown rice

Thank you again and Happy New Year!!!!

Christy Morgan
Owner and Chef of Eat Your Veggies

Tips for 2007

http://eatyourveggies.gaia.com — Tue, 26 Dec 2006 16:36:56 GMT

This article comes from a friend of mine that I went to culinary school with. It has some great
tips for the new year!! Enjoy!! Happy New Year!

COUNTING DOWN A YEAR OF HEALTH TIPS
FOR SUCCESSFUL NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS

Whole Health Magazine (Joshua Gefroh)

Why do we recap, review and rehash the year before moving on to the
next? Like life flashing before one's eyes in a near death experience, the
end of the year draws out glimpses of our collective history - some memorable,
nostalgic even, and others forgotten. It's all relative. We want to
know where we've been to know where we are going. Making successful New
Year's resolutions can draw from the same sentiment, particularly to
incorporate regular, beneficial practices to give our lives a solid structure.

Structure can vary from seasonal weather patterns to the brand of
toothpaste you brush your teeth with. It can range from internally created and
imposed to externally created and exposed. It can be dynamic or static. We will
find structure - we must. The degree of it's usefulness toward our intended
purpose is variable. Use the following tips to guide you as you find
the structure that supports you this year.

Reviewing 2006, here is a compilation of the best of Dawn Pallavi's
monthly tips to help you achieve your new year's resolutions through regular
practices. After you begin incorporating these tips, consider going
deeper with any of the wide variety of courses offered at The Natural
Epicurean throughout the year.

1. EAT BALANCED MEALS AT THE SAME TIME EVERYDAY.
This is the strongest structural foundation we can implement because it
regulates digestion, elimination, hormones, blood sugar, sleep patterns
and moods. Strength and vitality flow abundantly when we align with this
natural rhythm. Stop eating 3 hours before bedtime so you are resting instead
of digesting.

2. SOAK YOUR FEET IN A WARM WATER AND SALT OR ESSENTIAL OIL BATH BEFORE
BED.
Go to bed by 11:00 p.m. so your kidneys get sufficient rest. We handle
stress more effectively when well rested.

3. MAKE TIME TO ENJOY YOUR MEALS - EVEN IF FOR ONLY 20 MINUTES.
If you can't schedule 20 minutes for a meal each day, perhaps it's time
to evaluate your current lifestyle. A relaxing meal in silent meditation
or with light conversation leaves us more satisfied and nourished than one
distracted by watching TV, reading, or having intense or emotional
conversations. Register what you eat and enjoy every bite - even of
poor quality foods.

4. GET ON THE CHEW-CHEW TRAIN.
Work up to chewing every bite 30 - 50 times. Notice how much you chew
now and add chews each day until you reach your goal. You will eat less and
get more enjoyment, satisfaction and nutrients from your food.

5. USE GOOD QUALITY SWEETENERS THAT DON'T SKYROCKET YOUR BLOOD SUGAR
LEVEL.
The Natural Epicurean store has a wide variety of healthy, delicious,
alternative sweeteners, rice syrups, including raspberry, blueberry,
strawberry and maple. If you like honey, try agave nectar. Make Sweet
Vegetable Drink or Sweet Kuzu Drink daily for a short period to balance
your blood sugar. (visit www.NaturalEpicurean.com for recipes).

6. TAKE A 30-MINUTE WALK OUTSIDE EVERY DAY TO ACCLIMATE TO YOUR
ENVIRONMENT.
This will start your day in a calm, relaxed state, or relieve stress
and pressure at the end of a difficult day. Even a 5-minute walk helps you
reconnect to yourself (this is not the time for power walking on a
treadmill).

7. TAKE A FEW MINUTES EACH DAY AND DO SOME DEEP, CONSCIOUS BREATHING.
I'm always amazed by how often we take breathing for granted. Breathing
detoxifies your body, releases pressure, makes you feel great, and
gives you a new and relaxed perspective on life.

8. MAKE ROOM FOR SOMETHING NEW IN YOUR LIFE BY GETTING RID OF CLUTTER.
Start with 10 things in your home that no longer serve you. Give away
old clothes, have a swap with friends, and throw away or fix something that
is broken.

9. CREATING BETTER HEALTH IS A PROCESS IN WHICH A LITTLE EFFORT EACH
DAY ADDS UP.
Each week or month, reduce or eliminate one thing that does not serve
your health and replace it with a daily beneficial practice. You will be
amazed by what you accomplish.

10. DECIDE TO TAKE PREVENTIVE ACTION TO STAY HEALTHY.
This will serve everyone in your life - especially you.

11. CREATE TRADITIONS AND RITUALS WITH YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS THAT
SUPPORT HEALTH - ESPECIALLY REGULAR MEALS.
You can write down 10 things you appreciate about your life everyday,
have a quiet time before meals, and tell someone at the table why you
appreciate them.

12. INTENTION IS A POWERFUL TOOL THAT HELPS YOU MANIFEST THE LIFE YOU
DESIRE. EAT WITH INTENTION.
Choose to let go of being a victim of your choices, circumstances and
lifestyle, and take full responsibility for them. Allow others to do
the same for themselves. In our school, the rule is: Be gentle with
yourself and others. Give yourself credit - health cannot be sustained while beating
up yourself and others for not living right. Let go of having it all right
now, but take a chance to go for something you want and do something
courageous. This is your first step in a beautiful process called life and health.

macrobiotoc definition

http://janetdawncarney.gaia.com — Fri, 22 Dec 2006 00:29:47 GMT

For me, macrobiotic is not an easy thing to simplfy into a defintion. It requires a deep study of oneself and the universe/life. For me, after years of being involved in macrobiotics, I can say it's about knowing oneself every moment and one's capacity. Also, it's about understanding expansion and contraction (resillency). The choices we make, out of our understanding, in food/ thought/activity/relationships can support us in our health and evolution as a mature adult human beings.

Great News from Eat Your Veggies!!

http://eatyourveggies.gaia.com — Fri, 01 Dec 2006 22:17:51 GMT

We have great news for you and your family!! Our brand new website is now finished! Head on over to http://ieatveggies.com/ to see what wonderful services we have to offer! We are still working on the Weekly Menu page and the Order page so you can order cooking classes, lunchboxes, and gift certificates right online.

Our unique and amazing Lunchbox Delivery Service will be starting at the beginning of 2008 (can you believe this year is almost over!!). You'll have two service options to choose from: 5 individual lunches for the week or a bulk portion of food that will make 6 meals. Soon you'll be able to check out our new Weekly Menu page to get your mouth salivating!! Go ahead and subscribe on my website to receive our monthly newsletter and I'll also let you know when the menu is up for viewing!

http://ieatveggies.com/lunch.html

We make gift giving a snap this Christmas by offering gift certificates for any of our services. Wouldn't it be awesome to give your favorite kid or grown-up a week of delicious, nutritious lunches, a private cooking class, or maybe you and your friends (or kid's friends) want to get together to throw a cooking party! Any of these choices would be an amazing gift full of love and happy bellies, hearts, and minds!!

And, don't forget we do full service catering and romantic dinners for two! If you'd like to have some yummy pies or cakes delivered for the holidays, or your child's birthday is coming up, please keep Eat Your Veggies in mind for all your catering needs!

Also we do lunches for your corporate meeting or for your amazing employees. Keep us in mind if you need lunch platters for any business occasion!

Thank you so much for your interest in Eat Your Veggies. It is my dream to spread love and delicious, healthy foods to all the families and busy people of Los Angeles!! If you have any questions do not hesitate to give me a call or email me at christy@ieatveggies.com.

Please spread the word and feel free to email this to anyone you know that may be interested in our services.

Thanks again and Happy Holidays!

Christy Morgan
Eat Your Veggies