Raw-mazing Giveaway

Hey everyone! Hope you’ve had a great day so far <3 Thank you for all of your advice regarding whether I should give running another chance. I’m still thinking it out and want to talk it over with the pilot… so we shall see 😉

So… Bikram is HOT.

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Not so much Bikram himself –my apologies if you find him seksi, he’s just not my type- but the yoga oven torture chamber. I LOVE the heat and it usually feels amazing, but this morning the air was thick, uncomfortably hot and took a lot of deep breathing to get through the 90 minutes. It was a very, very challenging class.

When it was over, I took my schweaty self to Whole Paycheck and sipped a carrot, apple, beet, ginger juice

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and also got hot bar for breakfast.

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Plantains, squash and zucchini, shrimp salad, Babylonian Treasure salad, and my beloved vegan miso slaw.

I came back to my aunt’s casa, said my “see ya later”s and got on the road back to Valdizzy.

I’m about to pick up Viesa from the kennel and head to the base gym, but before I go…

a GIVEAWAY from Ani Phyo!

I had the pleasure of meeting Ani while I was at 105degrees– not only is she totally gorgeous, but she’s also kind and personable.

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This giveaway is extra exciting because I’ve been anxiously awaiting the release of this cookbook since last year.

Ani’s Raw Food Essentials: Recipes and Techniques for Mastering the Art of Live Food

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I LOVE Ani’s Phyo’s recipes. They’re simple and many don’t require fancy gadgets, like dehydrators, spiralizers, mandonlines, etc.

Also, they’re DELICIOUS 😀

This cookbook includes 250 recipes and is a perfect uncookbook for beginning chefs and masters of the kitchen.

Recipes include:

  • Broccoli-Cheddar Quiche
  • Brazil Nut Banana Pancakes
  • Pad Thai with Kelp Noodles
  • Coconut Cake with Nutella Hazelnut Sauce
  • Black Olive and Pesto Pizza

So how can this 250 recipe cookbook be yours?

Leave a comment telling me who your favorite chef is.

The lucky winner will be chosen randomly tomorrow night (6/15) at midnight.

Ready… set… go!

xoxo,

Gina

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678 Comments

  1. Allison on June 14, 2010 at 4:57 pm

    I’d have to say Ina Garten– I love that lady! Everything she makes looks so wonderful.



  2. Natalie on June 14, 2010 at 4:57 pm

    It’s a toss up between Jamie Oliver and Sunny Anderson!



  3. laura on June 14, 2010 at 4:58 pm

    Karlos Arguinano the best spanish chef



  4. Cassie @ Tasteful Tales on June 14, 2010 at 4:59 pm

    I’d say Giada because her recipes always come out great and she is soo cute when she cooks!



  5. Jenna on June 14, 2010 at 5:00 pm

    I’d say my favorite chef would be Giada De Laurentiis. Her recipes always look and taste amazing!



  6. Dee on June 14, 2010 at 5:03 pm

    My favorite is Ree Drummond aka Pioneer Woman. Sometimes I don’t know if its really the food or just the awesome photos of the food!



  7. Christin L. on June 14, 2010 at 5:04 pm

    I used to always watch Yan Can Cook as a child and thought he was hilarious! Today I guess my favorite chef is a toss-up between Jamie Oliver because I could listen to him talk all day (LOL!) and Chef Gordon Ramsey from Hell’s Kitchen because he’s angry and exciting! 🙂



  8. Katie R on June 14, 2010 at 5:05 pm

    I love Ina Garten! I find her voice and the setting of her show really soothing. Her recipes aren’t what I eat every day, but I have made her turkey sausage lasagna and it was awesome! Her recipes are great for entertaining and treats.



  9. Nikki on June 14, 2010 at 5:05 pm

    Giada is my favorite. Her recipes never disappoint.



  10. Jennifer on June 14, 2010 at 5:05 pm

    I really can’t say that I have a favorite chef either. I have cookbooks that I love and I also love surfing the web and going to allrecipes.com to find a recipe for ingredients that I have and trying everyone else’s favorite recipes. 😀



  11. Sarra H on June 14, 2010 at 5:05 pm

    Favorite chef: my mama, hehe :P. But for real, Giada De Laurentiis for sure 🙂



  12. Kim on June 14, 2010 at 5:06 pm

    I love watching Paula Dean – though never make her stuff because there is way too much BUTTER! But she cracks me up!



  13. samantha on June 14, 2010 at 5:07 pm

    i love me some tyler florence – everything he makes looks so delicious! for every day cooking, though, you can’t go wrong with ina garten.



  14. Emily on June 14, 2010 at 5:08 pm

    I love Curtis Stone…and not just to look at 😉



  15. Loni on June 14, 2010 at 5:09 pm

    A giveaway!! Woohoo!! My favorite chef is hands down Giada de Laurentis. I’ve never made her food, but she is
    so entertaining to watch, she obviously is very talented and the food always looks
    so yummy!



  16. maren on June 14, 2010 at 5:09 pm

    may sound lame… but my favorite chef is my boyfriend. he went to culinary school and now works at a great restaurant in nyc.
    but i also wish paula deen was my grandma 😉



  17. Leilani on June 14, 2010 at 5:09 pm

    I LOVE Giada – everythng she does looks so fresh, pristine and delish!
    I have made many of her dishes and am always in gourmet heaven.



  18. Spencer on June 14, 2010 at 5:12 pm

    My favorite chef is my brother, Seth Gregory! He is the head chef/part owner at The Fine Line Bistro in Ithaca, NY (my college alma mater as well:-)). It isn’t raw, probably not necessarily healthy either, but it’s fresh, original, made with love and DELICIOUSO!!



  19. Mallory on June 14, 2010 at 5:13 pm

    either jamie oliver or bobby flay. both are pretty good lookin, too ; )



  20. Emily on June 14, 2010 at 5:13 pm

    Bobby Flay, Bobby Flay, Bobby Flay! <3



  21. Joanne on June 14, 2010 at 5:14 pm

    Michael Stone is actually one of my favourites – a Canadian cutie. 🙂



  22. mary on June 14, 2010 at 5:14 pm

    Right now my favorite chef would have to be Claire Robinson from 5 ingredient fix. Her meals are easy and very flavorful.

    I looked at Ani’s Phyo’s cookbook at the store the other day and it looked awesome. I would love to get my hands on it.



  23. HanJam on June 14, 2010 at 5:15 pm

    My mom, hands down 🙂 but for professional chefs definitely Jamie Oliver! His Food Revolution project was mindblowing!



  24. Katie on June 14, 2010 at 5:16 pm

    Right now, my favorite chef is Lauren Ulm from Vegan Yum Yum… mostly because my relationship with vegan yum yum pancakes is now bordering on the unhealthy… 🙂



  25. jenna on June 14, 2010 at 5:17 pm

    Go Giada! She is adorable, personable and worked hard for it! I am going to a raw, vegan and natural foods culinary program soon and would love the new cookbook! Plus tomorrow is my birthday 🙂



  26. Erin on June 14, 2010 at 5:18 pm

    Mario Batali. He always seems like he is having so much fun when he is cooking. 🙂



  27. Rachel on June 14, 2010 at 5:18 pm

    I second Curtis Stone! I would love this cookbook since I’m still a beginner at this raw/healthy cooking stuff. I feel like I’m always winging it! It would be nice to have a guide to go by!



  28. Jill on June 14, 2010 at 5:18 pm

    Hands down…Ina Garten



  29. Leah Wygle on June 14, 2010 at 5:19 pm

    My favorite chef is my husband. Although he is not classically trained he is a great cook. He is so adventurous and has opened my eyes to all types of cuisine I might never have tried if I hadn’t married him. Plus, he does the dishes…Need I say more.



  30. Kelly @ Healthy Living With Kelly on June 14, 2010 at 5:20 pm

    I LOVE Ina Garten but can I also vote my mom? 😉



  31. Melanie on June 14, 2010 at 5:20 pm

    I love Curtis Stone! I have for a while now, he is healthy and seems so fun.



  32. kaila proulx on June 14, 2010 at 5:20 pm

    jamie oliver or gordon ramsey! Love their accents! I hope i win…..check out my blog; healthyhelper.wordpress.com



  33. Neena on June 14, 2010 at 5:21 pm

    So many…but lately I’m loving Anthony Bourdain- though maybe not technically a chef anymore. 🙂



  34. Jess on June 14, 2010 at 5:21 pm

    My favorite chef is Jamie Oliver. He’s basically been my fave since his Naked Chef days. Now I love his new show on the Cooking Channel. He always tries to use fresh, healthful ingredients (albiet sometimes really expensive). Plus he has a super cute British accent 😉



  35. Lauren on June 14, 2010 at 5:23 pm

    I LOVE Natalia Rose and all of her work. Her books have literally changed my life and the food is unbelievable.



  36. Mo on June 14, 2010 at 5:23 pm

    Not to be corny, but my husband! He knows exactly how I like things prepared, and is seksi to watch! I love a man that can cook.



  37. Steph on June 14, 2010 at 5:23 pm

    Dreena Burton!!! Her recipes are nothing short of amazing.



  38. bobbileigh on June 14, 2010 at 5:24 pm

    I would have to say Giada and Bobby Flay but I find that vegetarian times is where I get the majority of my recipes from.



  39. Amisha on June 14, 2010 at 5:24 pm

    My favorite chef is Giada de Laurentiis! I’m obsessed with Italian food and flavors.



  40. Kelly on June 14, 2010 at 5:24 pm

    Jamie Oliver is my favourite chef!



  41. Carrie on June 14, 2010 at 5:25 pm

    Totally Jamie Oliver!



  42. Courtney on June 14, 2010 at 5:26 pm

    I hope you would consider this as “counting” but YOU are my favorite chef! I am a recent college student and after living in the dorms this past year, I tried to seek inspiration in the blog world on how to make simple yet totally healthy meals, and THANK THE LORD, stumbled upon your blog! I think I have made almost every meal you have ever created and you have taught me SO much valuable information about food and nutrition!



  43. Tracy on June 14, 2010 at 5:27 pm

    Rachel Ray! I can’t help it!!! Her meals are so quick!



  44. Jaymi on June 14, 2010 at 5:28 pm

    I love Guy Fieri!! I know random, but I love the show “Diners, Drive in’s and Dives” and I love that he he just so “out there”!



  45. Sarah on June 14, 2010 at 5:29 pm

    Matthew Kenney! Love his recipes!



  46. Sierra Trainor on June 14, 2010 at 5:29 pm

    I would have to say Rachel Ray- she’s just so fun!



  47. KelseyJ on June 14, 2010 at 5:30 pm

    What an awesome giveaway Gina!
    I’m going to have to say that my favourite chef is Rachel Ray. I think she comes up with some really interesting ideas for quick, easy, and (most importantly) tasty meals! Plus she is really fun to watch on TV! 🙂



  48. Samantha Angela @ Bikini Birthday on June 14, 2010 at 5:30 pm

    Mario Batali



  49. Erin on June 14, 2010 at 5:31 pm

    Is it embarrassing to say Rachel Ray? Oh well, I love her!



  50. meghan on June 14, 2010 at 5:32 pm

    Ina Garten all the way – have you tasted her outrageous brownies?? To die for!!