Vegan Eats in Venice

How to find healthy, vegan and gluten free food in Venice, Los Angeles, California

I’m leaving the east side for a bit to check out what can be found sea side. The beach cities in Los Angeles are not only picturesque, unique and fun filled, they are a major mecca for foodies. It aint just hot dogs and pizza up and down the pacific! Lots of goodies abound so [...]

Luscious Larchmont

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So I’m heading “Over the hill” into Larchmont Village. Located somewhat in Hollywood, just east of what is considered West Hollywood and not quite Korea Town, Larchmont is the epitome of old Hollywood. Beautiful homes, quaint bungalows and a “main street” (called Larchmont) packed with shopping, dining and general cuteness. One of my most favorite [...]

Healthy in Highland Park

How to find healthy, vegan and gluten free food in Highland Park, California

In keeping with the exploration of delicious vegan and special diet fare in Los Angeles, I thought I’d highlight Highland Park. the newest up and coming hood on the east side. Hipsters have been moving in and taking over, opening up super cool places to eat and drink in this hill nestled area of the [...]

Eating Vegan in Echo Park

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Los Angeles is a sprawling metropolis made up of various neighborhoods. Echo Park is just one of those hoods that has transformed into a hipster hot spot in the last few years. Adjascent to downtown LA, Echo Park is home to a great park complete with a pretty lake and a bunch of fabulous places [...]

Great Eats in Greune

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Located just outside of New Braunfels, Texas, you’ll find the historic district of Greune. It’s quaint streets played a major role in the John Travolta movie Michael and have been bustling since 1845. Another German settlement, Greune is a slice of history with some real All American charm. It’s great to walk around, shop, catch [...]

Eating Vegan, Gluten Free and Healthy in Austin Part 2

Discovering healthy, vegan and gluten free eats in Austin Texas

I’m back for some more delicious, healthy, vegan and gluten free eats in Austin. I just couldn’t get enough after last week’s post, and quite possibly a third coming next week! Austin is jam packed with incredible options for special diet diners and travelers that I would have to dedicate my site to every place [...]

Healthy, Vegan and Gluten Free Heaven in Austin, Texas

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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 [...]

Healthy, Vegan and Gluten Free Eats in Johnson City, Texas

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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 [...]

Navigating National Restaurant Chains When Traveling

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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 [...]

How To Make Fast Food Healthier While Traveling

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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, [...]