Feel Good Guru

If you’ve been meditating in a cave in the Himalayas and haven’t heard about the new doc “Forks Over Knives” now playing in theatres across North America, it’s safe to come out. The plant-strong message has hit the mainstream, and pretty soon, those friends and family members who call you the Crazy Hippy will be asking for your recipe for those veggie burgers you brought to the family bbq last summer.

Forks Over Knives examines the claim that we can reverse degenerative diseases like diabetes, heart disease and cancer simply by eating a whole foods plant-based diet — and it makes a powerful case for animal protein being the cause of most cancers and cardiovascular diseases. (more…)

Local. Organic. Vegan. Evolutionary. The L.O.V.E. Cafe hit the Toronto underground dining scene last week with a celebration of fiddleheads and farmers! The first Toronto version of L.O.V.E. Cafe was an invitation-only 10-person gathering featuring guest of honor, Jorge DeAndrade, who regaled diners with stories from the farm over fiddleheads-done-four-ways. Jorge, a passionate advocate for sustainable farming, has been the main supplier of local organic veggies to Feel Good Guru’s Food since its launch in February. I wanted to honor him for his work and introduce some of my best customers to their farmer.

The evening began with a glass of Ontario Biodynamic wine while people arrived and introduced themselves. In the mix were two TV producers, a flight attendant, an actor and author, a health industry professional, a couple of ad execs, a holistic nutritionist, and myself, host and chef – a diverse group of singles and couples bonding over the common interest in healthy eating. (more…)

Never underestimate the power of a Green Smoothie! Our ancient ancestors ate up to six pounds of immune-boosting greens per day, just picking and eating leaves as they walked from place to place.

You know greens are the absolute best thing you can put in your body for energy and concentrated nutrition, but the last green thing you ate was the basil garnish on your take-out pasta. If you’re like a lot of people, who eat less than the recommended three cups of dark green veggies per week, try getting your greens with this “Gateway Greens Smoothie.” The sweetness of the mango and banana balance any bitterness, the coconut water fuels it with life, and the avocado completely blends through, giving your greens a creamy, smooth drinkability.  So. Good. So. Good. For. You. (more…)

I was asked last night at the L.O.V.E. cafe, over fiddleheads done four ways, “What are you?” as in “Are you vegan?”

My response is not simple. Many of my friends are ethical vegans and animal activists whom I love and respect for their tireless work to help end the horrible suffering most farmed animals endure.

I can’t officially call myself a vegan though, because every summer when I embark on my solo motorcycle adventures, I don my 20-year-old leathers…very grateful for the protection they provide. (more…)