Posts by HealthyVoyager

It's time to break out the red, white and blue decorations, dust off the grill and party your swimsuit off! It's a time to celebrate summer but let's not forget that it's a time to party patriotic. Get the coolers and the kitchens prepped for some fun dishes and be sure to find more vegan July 4th recipes on my Patriotic Plates post from last year as well as those from 2010, 2009 and 2008. Enjoy a...
6/27/2012 1:10:10 PM
Summer time is synonymous with grillin' and chillin'. And who does that better than dad? This Father's Day, give him the day off from the flaming grill and serve him up a dad sized meal that's fit for a king! We've got a great menu below as well as recipes from 2011 and 2010 if you'd like to check those to mix and match your dad's day feast! Gingery Beer Fill a pint glass a little more than halfway...
6/6/2012 12:15:18 PM
I left my heart in Austin, Texas! I know the song says San Francisco but Austin is a great American city that is not only the progressive, college and music town state capital, it's also super health conscious, green and mega vegan friendly. A Texas city like no other, Austin is home to the headquarters and first Whole Foods Market, The University of Texas Longhorns, IBM, Google, Facebook and Apple...
5/30/2012 4:24:54 PM
Yippee!! Summer is officially here! Beach time, pool lounging, road trips, movies and outdoor parties! memorial Day marks the start of the "fun in the sun" season so kick it off with an awesome get together and killer food! Check out our fun menu of recipes below as well as some from last year and the year before ; ) Berries and Brew 4 strawberries, chopped 1/4 cup blueberries 1/4 cup agave nectar...
5/24/2012 1:44:08 PM
It's the day we ask mom to stop, relax, kick her feet up and be pampered by the very people she pampers all year long. Be sure you shower her with gifts, take her to be primped at her favorite spa and finish the day with a lovely meal. Check out these healthy and vegan Mother's Day recipes as well as last year's brunch menu! Pink Le-MOM-Ade 10 sliced lemons 2 cups raspberries 1 1/2 cups sugar 6 cups...
5/9/2012 2:37:35 PM
Superheroes, humans with powers beyond what any ordinary man or woman possesses, have the weight of the world on their shoulders. Surely they have an extensive fitness regimen to keep them in tip top shape but what do our favorite men of might eat that gives them the fuel they need to keep the world safe? Well, since we'll be meeting a slew of crime fighting hunks this summer, let's break down what...
5/2/2012 5:36:01 PM
This is the year your going to do it, right? You've saved, you picked the place and you've even set a date. But you want to travel as green as possible as it will save you money while also being nice to mother nature. Well, here are a few easy tips t help you get to your exotic destination, the healthy and eco way! 1) Carbon offset credits - Flying is one of the biggest fuel guzzling acts anyone can...
4/25/2012 4:12:41 PM
Johnson City, Texas. Just an hour or so northwest of San Antonio, located in the beautiful rolling hill country, this is the small town that president Lyndon Baines Johnson grew up in. Being a history geek, along with my hubby, we took a day trip up to see LBJ's boyhood home as well as to see the sprawling acreage at his Texas White House about 20 minutes west of there. A peaceful area, Johnson City...
4/18/2012 1:02:06 PM
Expanding on last week’s post on healthier fast food finds, I’ve compiled a list of popular restaurant chains that can be found nationwide. You never know when you are heading out for a meal with a group and need to do the best you can with the menu you are given. No matter where you may be in the U.S. (and Canada), you should have no problem finding a decent meal at any of the places on the list below....
4/11/2012 1:12:47 PM
So, there are times where despite our best efforts, our only options just might be fast food, especially on vacation or a trip. On a road trip or in a podunk town with little to zero options for a healthy meal, I've found ways to navigate the fast food menu. I do not, I repeat, do not, advocate the consumption of fast food except for in a pinch and other compromising situations. So I suggest you print...
4/5/2012 3:21:26 PM