Hello Awakened Palate Family! Today is the beginning of my two month detoxification, which will include raw fruits and vegetables, fresh herbs, water, smoothies and juicing! This is extrememly exciting because I have wanted to take this journey for quite sometime. There are many reasons that I take this journey, one being that to cleanse the body from our everyday living is important, as our body is our temple and we must love it and treat it with care! Fruits, Vegetables, Herbs and Nuts have everything that our bodies need to survive, thrive and repair, fiber, protein, vitamins, folic acid and much more!
I will share with you light recipes, photo's of recipes and my progress, positive affirmations that are assisting me as I push forward to complete the detox and positive spirit connections that are developed as this journey flourishes!
If you choose to join me in this journey, please update me with your your progress! I want to know what is going with you as you step in this reality of positive spiritual growth! If you are observing, try a couple of the recipes and tell me your thoughts on them! If you want to take the journey but feel as though you can't share with me and lets discuss your edible journey to positive health!
Love and Happiness,
Ariel
Friday, August 13, 2010
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Monday, August 9, 2010
Beet Information
Always remember the more firm and crunchy your veggies are the more nutrients you are consuming and your body will be replenished with!
Beet salad is healthy and packed full of vitamins and nutritients that vitamins can give in a sense but is waiting for the break down really worth it when you can just eat the greens and get the energy now!
Beets are rich in chlorphyll, they are very powerful cleansers and builders of blood. Betacyanin is the phytochemical in beautiful beets, and give the veggies their rich color, amethyst like, and guess what they reduce homocysteine levels. Also, beets are loaded wih A, B complex vitamins (B1, B2, B6) and C, high content of iron, calcium, magnesium, copper, phosphorus, sodium, choline, folic acid, iodine, manganese, potassium, fiber and carbs (the natural digestive sugar types...good carbs).
Beets iron, is not high enough to just eat beets all the time, however it is the highest and is an excellent blood builder!
It helps to combat acidosis, anemia, atheroscierosis, blood pressure issues, cancer, constipation, dandruff, detoification, gastric ulcers and many more!
Beet salad is healthy and packed full of vitamins and nutritients that vitamins can give in a sense but is waiting for the break down really worth it when you can just eat the greens and get the energy now!
Beets are rich in chlorphyll, they are very powerful cleansers and builders of blood. Betacyanin is the phytochemical in beautiful beets, and give the veggies their rich color, amethyst like, and guess what they reduce homocysteine levels. Also, beets are loaded wih A, B complex vitamins (B1, B2, B6) and C, high content of iron, calcium, magnesium, copper, phosphorus, sodium, choline, folic acid, iodine, manganese, potassium, fiber and carbs (the natural digestive sugar types...good carbs).
Beets iron, is not high enough to just eat beets all the time, however it is the highest and is an excellent blood builder!
It helps to combat acidosis, anemia, atheroscierosis, blood pressure issues, cancer, constipation, dandruff, detoification, gastric ulcers and many more!
Chef Ariella's Fennel Beet Salad
Chef Ariella's Fennel Beet Salad
6 beets
beet greens from the beets
1 tsp sage
1 tsp fennel
1 tsp garlic
1 tsp olive oil
Wash greens at least three times to get off grit and any little critters that may have took a ride! Ask GOD for the goodness of the salad you are going to have and thank the beets for nourishing your being!
Also remember: if you don't have enough beet greens, spinach and swiss chard are close relatives, so mixing together is a great way to get your nutrition 3 servings in one meal...yum!
On medium, Saute beets in olive oil for about 3 minutes, stir one and a half minutes and cover. Rough chop beet greens, put in pan with seasoning, mix, one more minutes, next turn off and cover until ready to eat.
Always remember the more firm and crunchy your veggies are the more nutrients you are consuming and your body will be replenished with!
Dressing of choice, my choice is my brown ginger dressing....
6 beets
beet greens from the beets
1 tsp sage
1 tsp fennel
1 tsp garlic
1 tsp olive oil
Wash greens at least three times to get off grit and any little critters that may have took a ride! Ask GOD for the goodness of the salad you are going to have and thank the beets for nourishing your being!
Also remember: if you don't have enough beet greens, spinach and swiss chard are close relatives, so mixing together is a great way to get your nutrition 3 servings in one meal...yum!
On medium, Saute beets in olive oil for about 3 minutes, stir one and a half minutes and cover. Rough chop beet greens, put in pan with seasoning, mix, one more minutes, next turn off and cover until ready to eat.
Always remember the more firm and crunchy your veggies are the more nutrients you are consuming and your body will be replenished with!
Dressing of choice, my choice is my brown ginger dressing....
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Chef Ariel Shares sweetness from Guyana with Farmer's Market Patrons
Visit The Des Moines Waterfront Farmer's Market every Saturday to see, taste and smell my healthy joygasmic creations! This Saturday, July 31, 2010 at 1pm, I will share a Guyanese Inspired Dessert, enjoy!
Guyananese Sweet Mango and Banana Dessert
2 fresh Mango’s, chopped
4 large Banana’s, ¼ inch slices
1 tsp Cinnamon
¼ c desiccated coconut
2Tbl brown sugar
Add chopped mango, sliced Banana, Cinnamon, and Brown Sugar
On medium heat stir ingredients for 2 minutes.
Add Coconut, stir for 30 seconds
Remove and serve
Guyananese Sweet Mango and Banana Dessert
2 fresh Mango’s, chopped
4 large Banana’s, ¼ inch slices
1 tsp Cinnamon
¼ c desiccated coconut
2Tbl brown sugar
Add chopped mango, sliced Banana, Cinnamon, and Brown Sugar
On medium heat stir ingredients for 2 minutes.
Add Coconut, stir for 30 seconds
Remove and serve
Chef Ariel at The Des Moines Farmer's Market....
On Saturday, July 31, 2010 I will share two of my healthy joygasmic creations!
Harambee Vegetable and Bean Sauté
1 c Garbanzo Beans
4 tomatoes, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 ear yellow corn, kernels removed
1 tsp ginger
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp each pepper, Himalayan sea salt
2 tsp olive oil
Sauté in olive oil, onions and garlic for 2 minutes
Add beans, tomatoes, ginger, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper, mix until beans have softened, 3-5 minutes
Add corn, stir for 1 minute.
Remove from heat and serve.
Harambee Vegetable and Bean Sauté
1 c Garbanzo Beans
4 tomatoes, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 ear yellow corn, kernels removed
1 tsp ginger
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp each pepper, Himalayan sea salt
2 tsp olive oil
Sauté in olive oil, onions and garlic for 2 minutes
Add beans, tomatoes, ginger, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper, mix until beans have softened, 3-5 minutes
Add corn, stir for 1 minute.
Remove from heat and serve.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
July 24, 2010
Through the garden, Chef Bangs’ continues to seek new ways to bring the discussion to the table about childhood obesity and combating illness through nutrition and love. The importance the role food plays in living a healthy life for families is extremely important to Chef Ariel, stop by the market this Saturday, July 24, 2010 from 11am-1pm to sample a original creation from market produce and other market options available.
Des Moines Farmer's Market 220th and 7th Ave
Des Moines, WA 98198
Demonstrations
Cookies
Brochures and Business Cards
Des Moines Farmer's Market 220th and 7th Ave
Des Moines, WA 98198
Demonstrations
Cookies
Brochures and Business Cards
Monday, July 19, 2010
Goddess Chronicles show with Co-Hosts E. Mandisa Subira and Sister Monica Wilson
“Cosmic Comedy 4 the Soul”
CAST
Ariel Bangs: “Goddess Ariella”
Ariel Bangs is the innovative creative chef whom through spiritual creativity, Healthy Creations was born. From a Personal Chef’s dream to inspire healthy eating, healthy living, edible gardens and peaceful living through stress free menu creation and meal preparation for families and busy professionals.
Chef Ariel Bangs, is an empath, after studying metaphysics and spirituality, in 2008 Chef Ariel created the Middle Path Garden, which educates students on the spiritual importance of bonding and learning to respect Earth and self-exploration thru gardening techniques filled with laughter.
Ariel graduated from The Art Institute of Seattle, in 2007; however cooking has been a mainstay in Ariel’s life since she was a youth. Ariel recalls the smells and aroma’s tickling her nose when her mother was in the kitchen preparing healthy Italian Soul Food, family recipes.
Through planting seeds, harvesting vegetables and learning about health and nutrition along the way, Chef Ariel continues to inspire youth to the exciting lengths of trying new vegetables and fruits to transforming family soul food menus from unhealthy to happy smiles when tasting each bite. Through the garden, Chef Ariel continues to seek new ways to bring the discussion to the table about childhood obesity and combating illness through nutrition and love. The importance the role food plays in living a healthy life for families is extremely important to Chef Ariel, witnessing the sadness of a young girl that had a terrible self-vision due to overeating and her discussion with Ariel lead to the understanding of overeating and obesity as a generational mystery amongst many families.
Chef Ariel works excitedly into schools and community organizations to bring fun to fruits and vegetables, while educating youth about food, nutrition and cooking in an engaging way. And by working with school food service employees, administrators and teachers – Chef Ariel helps deliver these messages from the kitchen to the classroom to the home.
CAST
Ariel Bangs: “Goddess Ariella”
Ariel Bangs is the innovative creative chef whom through spiritual creativity, Healthy Creations was born. From a Personal Chef’s dream to inspire healthy eating, healthy living, edible gardens and peaceful living through stress free menu creation and meal preparation for families and busy professionals.
Chef Ariel Bangs, is an empath, after studying metaphysics and spirituality, in 2008 Chef Ariel created the Middle Path Garden, which educates students on the spiritual importance of bonding and learning to respect Earth and self-exploration thru gardening techniques filled with laughter.
Ariel graduated from The Art Institute of Seattle, in 2007; however cooking has been a mainstay in Ariel’s life since she was a youth. Ariel recalls the smells and aroma’s tickling her nose when her mother was in the kitchen preparing healthy Italian Soul Food, family recipes.
Through planting seeds, harvesting vegetables and learning about health and nutrition along the way, Chef Ariel continues to inspire youth to the exciting lengths of trying new vegetables and fruits to transforming family soul food menus from unhealthy to happy smiles when tasting each bite. Through the garden, Chef Ariel continues to seek new ways to bring the discussion to the table about childhood obesity and combating illness through nutrition and love. The importance the role food plays in living a healthy life for families is extremely important to Chef Ariel, witnessing the sadness of a young girl that had a terrible self-vision due to overeating and her discussion with Ariel lead to the understanding of overeating and obesity as a generational mystery amongst many families.
Chef Ariel works excitedly into schools and community organizations to bring fun to fruits and vegetables, while educating youth about food, nutrition and cooking in an engaging way. And by working with school food service employees, administrators and teachers – Chef Ariel helps deliver these messages from the kitchen to the classroom to the home.
Z Goddess Chronicles
Listen this evening!!! If you want to tune into the show this evening, it starts at 8pm, the website is www.blogtalkradio.com/z-goddess-chronicles
The Goddess Chronicles is a talk show that explores current events, social issues, cultural trends and human relationships from a spiritual ,comedic ,and often times smart ass perspective. Realizing that what we do as human beings in the pursuit of life, love, money, sex, success, and happiness is quite hilarious, oftentimes boardering on the insane and ridiculous. The Goddess Chronicles engages the public in tough conversations, utilizing humor as a salve and buffering point to go deeply into uncharted waters when it comes to uncomfortable dialogue and righteous anger brought on by man’s inhumanity and disrespect to man and to the natural banlance of the planet. Our pilot show will focus on Learning to love yourself into a loving space so as to authentically love others and experience authentic relationships in all areas of life.We will be Exploring gender roles as it pertains to the feminine principle as the approach of 2012 ushers in the Emergence of the feminie spirit. We will be kicking off our mock campaign against deceptive words in the English language such as (TRY, SHOULD, SORRY)encouraging people to stop hiding behind words and speak what is true to the heart and spirit. We will be talking about the need for humanity to STEP THEIR GAME UP, and see ourselves and others from the DIVINE PERSPECTIVE. JOIN US IN THE WU-DOME WHERE WE PRACTICE THE ZEN OF PHIL JACKSON, the winningest coach in NBA history, to learn how to be champions of Consciousness and team work. and much much more!!!
The Goddess Chronicles is a talk show that explores current events, social issues, cultural trends and human relationships from a spiritual ,comedic ,and often times smart ass perspective. Realizing that what we do as human beings in the pursuit of life, love, money, sex, success, and happiness is quite hilarious, oftentimes boardering on the insane and ridiculous. The Goddess Chronicles engages the public in tough conversations, utilizing humor as a salve and buffering point to go deeply into uncharted waters when it comes to uncomfortable dialogue and righteous anger brought on by man’s inhumanity and disrespect to man and to the natural banlance of the planet. Our pilot show will focus on Learning to love yourself into a loving space so as to authentically love others and experience authentic relationships in all areas of life.We will be Exploring gender roles as it pertains to the feminine principle as the approach of 2012 ushers in the Emergence of the feminie spirit. We will be kicking off our mock campaign against deceptive words in the English language such as (TRY, SHOULD, SORRY)encouraging people to stop hiding behind words and speak what is true to the heart and spirit. We will be talking about the need for humanity to STEP THEIR GAME UP, and see ourselves and others from the DIVINE PERSPECTIVE. JOIN US IN THE WU-DOME WHERE WE PRACTICE THE ZEN OF PHIL JACKSON, the winningest coach in NBA history, to learn how to be champions of Consciousness and team work. and much much more!!!
In Defense of Food
Check out at the library or purchase and read In Defense of Food by Michael Pollan!
Author Michal Pollan talks in depth to his readers about ways to eat healthier and sums up his healthier eating in six words..."Eat food. Not too much. Mostly Plants!" He also shares the major living concept of "Don't eat anything your great-grandmother wouldn't recognize as food; that includes most processed , packaged products with more than five ingredients," he told Health magazine in April 2008.
It is important to use healthier food choices in every aspect of your life, remove the "if I could eat healthier," "if I could control my portions," or "if I had more money to spend" out of the equation and take it one step at a time. Taking a whole foods approach to eating out, at a family function or a dinner party, can create those miniture steps to well living. Look at what items you want to put on your plate and if what is included are fresh foods with pure ingredients like vegetables, fruits, herbs and milk products.
"The next time you go out to eat, try to order two appetizers instead of an entree. Appetizers are often the most simply prepared, fresh vegetable -based items on the menu." said Mr. Pollan.
www.michaelpollan.com/
Author Michal Pollan talks in depth to his readers about ways to eat healthier and sums up his healthier eating in six words..."Eat food. Not too much. Mostly Plants!" He also shares the major living concept of "Don't eat anything your great-grandmother wouldn't recognize as food; that includes most processed , packaged products with more than five ingredients," he told Health magazine in April 2008.
It is important to use healthier food choices in every aspect of your life, remove the "if I could eat healthier," "if I could control my portions," or "if I had more money to spend" out of the equation and take it one step at a time. Taking a whole foods approach to eating out, at a family function or a dinner party, can create those miniture steps to well living. Look at what items you want to put on your plate and if what is included are fresh foods with pure ingredients like vegetables, fruits, herbs and milk products.
"The next time you go out to eat, try to order two appetizers instead of an entree. Appetizers are often the most simply prepared, fresh vegetable -based items on the menu." said Mr. Pollan.
www.michaelpollan.com/
Sunday, July 11, 2010
New Creations
Chef Ariella created a new fabulous cookie for your indulgence ~ Strawberry Shortcake! Moist, Chewy, Yummy, Fruitty, Soft! Shortcake on the go! 70 Calories for each 3 inch cookie! $1.50 per cookie one dozen for $15.00 contact me for orders or get them at Empire Cafe, Des Moines Farmer's Market or at M Cafe in LA at the end of the month!
July 24, 2010 Des Moines Farmer's Market
July 24th is the local business showcase at the Des Moines Farmer's Market! Are you excited? You should be! Come and see me doing cooking demo's and selling gluten-free, vegan and refined sugar free cookies! Purchase single cookies and purchase by the dozen and from the order form! If you are interested in the order fo...rm, check out Chef Ariella's The Awakened Palate!
Chef to School collaboration
What school in your area would benefit from the Chef to School collaboration?
Grow, harvest, eat and appreciate
Where are my community gardeners, pea patchers, and educators at? Do you garden? Would you like to have a community garden in south king county? Take this opportunity to tell me what you would like out of your community garden in Des Moines, Federal Way and Kent areas?
Empire Cafe is now showcasing Healthy Creations Cookies
Stop by Empire Cafe in Seattle, Washington's Columbia City off Rainier and Edmunds Street! Tino and Ian are showcasing my blueberry banana, chocolate hazelnut and granola cookies! They are gluten-free and the blueberry one is gluten-free and vegan!
http://www.empirecafe.com/
http://www.empirecafe.com/
July 24, 2010....Fun at the Marina!
Hello my friends!
A new update: progress is going forward!
If you are in Des Moines, love the water, love fresh produce, smiling people, dogs and music...come check out the Des Moines farmers market on July 24th! You will have an exciting opportunity for a limited time to taste my blueberry banana, chocolate hazelnut and granola cookies at the Des Moines farmer's market! You can purchase individual cookies and place orders by the dozen! Don't forget we also sell cakes, cheesecakes, tarts, goddess cakes, gluten-free bread and rustic pizza!
Also, I, Chef Ariel, will be doing chef demos all day! Bring your family, park, walk around, meet new people while you taste my cooking demo's on that day...you pick the produce, I'll make something and you taste it!
Also, don't forget to reserve your copy of The Des Moines Waterfront Farmer's Market Cookbook, featuring 4 of my recipes with pictures!
A new update: progress is going forward!
If you are in Des Moines, love the water, love fresh produce, smiling people, dogs and music...come check out the Des Moines farmers market on July 24th! You will have an exciting opportunity for a limited time to taste my blueberry banana, chocolate hazelnut and granola cookies at the Des Moines farmer's market! You can purchase individual cookies and place orders by the dozen! Don't forget we also sell cakes, cheesecakes, tarts, goddess cakes, gluten-free bread and rustic pizza!
Also, I, Chef Ariel, will be doing chef demos all day! Bring your family, park, walk around, meet new people while you taste my cooking demo's on that day...you pick the produce, I'll make something and you taste it!
Also, don't forget to reserve your copy of The Des Moines Waterfront Farmer's Market Cookbook, featuring 4 of my recipes with pictures!
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
West Indian Festival: Pumpkin and Banana Fritters
Thank you for viewing this exciting addition to The Awakened Palate: Healing Through Food! Today I share with you a recipe created and inspired by Grandma Willi, and the blackbirds she so loved! Granny would carve the seeds from the pumpkin, roast them and serve them to her beloved blackbirds that visited her daily! Often, she would peel a banana, bake it and cut into bite size pieces for her beloved blackbird family! She always had conversations together and it was always interesting how they knew what one another was thinking, so it appeared to me always as a little girl! This Pumpkin and Banana Fritter Recipe is in thanks of the relationship with all creation and the importance of respecting our blackbird friends, The Messengers,as we should respect all creations! Enjoy
4 ripe plantains, softened and mashed
1 tsp Allspice
1 tsp Nutmeg
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 c. Calabaza Pumpkin (acorn or butternut squash can be substituted), mashed
1/2 - 3/4 cup arrowroot flour
Combine and Sift Spices, Baking Powder and Flour, set aside
Combine Pumpkin and Plantains, mix until combined.
Add sifted four mix in 1/4 c increments, mix until combined.
Drop by teaspoons into Canola or Safflower Oil, cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until browned
Place finished Fritter on Paper Towel to drain off oil.
Serve as an appetizer
Enjoy! Courtesy of Chef Ariella
West Indian Festival: Pumpkin Banana Fritters
4 ripe plantains, softened and mashed
1 tsp Allspice
1 tsp Nutmeg
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 c. Calabaza Pumpkin (acorn or butternut squash can be substituted), mashed
1/2 - 3/4 cup arrowroot flour
Combine and Sift Spices, Baking Powder and Flour, set aside
Combine Pumpkin and Plantains, mix until combined.
Add sifted four mix in 1/4 c increments, mix until combined.
Drop by teaspoons into Canola or Safflower Oil, cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until browned
Place finished Fritter on Paper Towel to drain off oil.
Serve as an appetizer
Enjoy! Courtesy of Chef Ariella
Joygasmic
Hello my fellow Flavor lovers! Welcome to my blog, where joygasm is what your palate screams ~ with all the passion, fun, laughter and culinary exploration that comes with indulging in healthy food. In this blog expect to enjoy recipes, photo's, and information about the ingredients you've always wondered how to prepare!
Your excitement is encouraged, questions and comments welcomed! Tell your friends and loved ones as you share knowledge, education, inspiring words and positive growth!
Stay tuned!
Your excitement is encouraged, questions and comments welcomed! Tell your friends and loved ones as you share knowledge, education, inspiring words and positive growth!
Stay tuned!
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