Category Archives: Healthy

A Month’s Worth of Links for New Year

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Chef Andy

For the New Year, may I suggest following Mark Bittman. An excellent writer, author and chef who I greatly admire and follow.  A man who gets me to think about food and where and how we either gather it or … Continue reading →

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Clean Out Your Spice Rack: The Shelf-Life of Seasonings

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Chef Andy

New Years Resolutions: Salt in the only spice in your pantry that doesn’t go bad. You should keep an eye on the age of all others. When milk or bread is past its prime, it leaves little doubt. And we … Continue reading →

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Soy Tofu Smoothie Recipe: Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

Posted on October 28, 2012 by Chef Andy

Ingredients 1 1/2 cup silken Tofu sof 1 cup canned pumpkin well chilled-organic 2 cups soy or almond milk- or 2 cups of ice cold water ¼ cup agave 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice Directions: Blend the tofu, pumpkin, milk/water, agave … Continue reading →

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The Boxcar Grocer is making fresh food accessible to all communities.

Posted on August 19, 2012 by Chef Andy

Once in awhile I come across something that catches my eye and this is one of those moments. We only live one life, so why not leave some good on this planet before we go. Here is  a great idea. … Continue reading →

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28 Things To Look Forward To This Summer

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Chef Andy

With summer here, I was gliding across the Internet for ideas and I once again landed on Food Republic’s airstrip of information and ideas.  Their article on 28 things to look forward to this summer got me to thinking, could … Continue reading →

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Fred Stokes Super Bowl Champ and All Around Great Guy!

Posted on June 7, 2012 by Chef Andy

We had a great time at the Florida Hospital Healthy 100 Gourmet Soirée. The best part is catching up with chef friends and making new ones. We were standing in line and when we sparked a conversation with this wonderful … Continue reading →

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Florida Hospital Healthy 100 Gourmet Soirée

Posted on June 7, 2012 by Chef Andy

Participated in the Florida Hospital Healthy 100 Gourmet Soirée held at the Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando. It was a Celebrity Chef Event hosted by Chef Robert Irvine from the Food Network. 40 local and talented chefs participated in this … Continue reading →

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Quick Tip for the Day by CHeF Andy

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Chef Andy

CUT THE SALT and add flavor with these salty alternatives: White Miso, Spice blend (salt-free), Low-sodium Tamari or Granulated Seaweed! This was a great tip I came across by Whole Foods Twitter. If you have a Twitter account I would … Continue reading →

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