Lori Stern’s Pistachio Rose Tart

Learn how to make a delicious pistachio rose tart and more about the baker behind the famous flower-pressed treats. This dessert is as delicious as it is beautiful and is the perfect way to savor the last days of summer.

You might know Lori Stern for the picturesque, botanical shortbread cookies she’s become famous for on social media. Inspired by her childhood in Ojai, Stern uses the wild edible flowers and medicinal herbs she grew up surrounded by to make sublime treats and recipes. As eye-catching as her creations are, I really value her commitment ...

Wooden Spoon Herbs

More and more I am reaching towards the plant world to remedy ailments for my family and I. Since a teen I have been always had one of Susan Weed’s books close at hand, and have been drinking plenty of infusions for general health and vitality. My usual blend is making a large mason jar ...

Numi Organic Tea Time

Yes, I am an avid tea drinker! When I am not driving ceremonial tea for a daily meditation practice, I will steep my favorite teas in a large mason jar and sip throughout the day. I know we are meant to drink lots of water, but for me having herbal infusions are easier for me ...

Simples Tonic with Traci Donat

“What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson -

One of my daily go to practices are making herbal teas and tonics. I usually make a  nettle, oat straw and red clover blend which can help with calming the nervous system, balancing hormones, and assisting in beautifying our skin and hair. Since we are lacking so many minerals in our food source, this is ...

Sadie Adams ~ Healing Facials

I met Sadie through her incredible facial treatments a few years ago. A beautiful friend of mine recommended her, and I became a devoted fan as soon as I entered her professional studio. I remember hearing the monks chanting from her studio, and then being greeted by the most extraordinary cat named Nigel. All of ...

The Truth on Yoni Eggs

Uncovering the benefits

  I have a confession. I dont really go on the internet that much unless it’s related to a something I am researching. I know that’s odd for someone with a blog, but I feel like we can become over informed at times which may disconnect us to our inherent intuition. So it came as ...