Leaf & Sage plant-based cuisine

01/10/2024

It may be October 1st, but in the SF Bay Area, it's definitely not sweater weather yet, as we see temps in the mid-90s today and tomorrow.

Today, we're beating the heat with a mint-chip twist! 🌱🍫💪

High-protein, plant-powered, nutrient-rich, and perfectly refreshing!

06/08/2024

Jamaican-born chef Troy Levy talks about ital (rhymes with “vital”), a plant-based way of eating that originated with the Rastafari faith in the 1930s. More than just a vegan diet, ital is about eating nourishing, health-promoting food, eschewing added sugar, oil, and salt. Levy says, "It’s about making food your medicine, and your medicine your food."

Jamaica-born Chef Troy Levy explains the difference between ital food and vegan food and more in this Q&A. Read on!

16/05/2024

Another reason to feel great about eating plants! 🌱

A new research review assessed 48 studies published between January 2000 and June 2023 that themselves compiled evidence from multiple prior studies on the links between plant-based diets, heart health, and cancer risk.

The latest review found that overall, vegetarian and vegan diets have “robust statistical association” with better health status on a range of risk factors linked to metabolic diseases, cancer, and death, such as blood pressure and sugar.

These diets are linked to reduced risk of heart disease, gastrointestinal and prostate cancer, scientists found.

Researchers warn against large-scale recommendation of plant-based diets until more studies are completed

10/05/2024

With so many delicious fruits & veggies coming into season (hello, strawberries and melon!), knowing how to store produce for maximum freshness can be overwhelming.

Our friendly CSA vendor, Farm Fresh To You has posted this handy guide that breaks it down for us.

https://www.farmfreshtoyou.com/storage-tips

To keep your produce at its best, follow these easy storage & handling instructions. We've included quick cooking tips to help when slow cooking isn't on the menu.

23/04/2024

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22/04/2024

Happy Earth Day 2024! Small, consistent actions can yield profound results in the long run, so let's all do what we can do protect this beautiful home of ours. 🌎

26/03/2024

Such a wonderful night supporting the work of nonprofit Sprouts Chef Training at an event a few weeks ago with my pal, Chef Corey! Sprouts equips youth to rise from hardship through culinary training and job placement. Youth are paired with a chef mentor and case manager to develop the skills needed to secure and maintain a culinary job. Graduates use these entry-level jobs to kickstart culinary careers, pay for education, or pursue new industries. To date, Sprouts Chef Training has placed 160 trainees with 74% of graduates using their internship skills in their jobs and 81% achieving food security. Check them out! 🌱

📷 Damian Steel

15/01/2024

Yet another reason to eat more plants!

A recent study reveals that a healthy plant-based diet, involving reduced intake of processed and sugary foods, can decrease the risk of type 2 diabetes by 24% by improving metabolism and organ function.

A plant-based diet has been proven for the first time to improve metabolism and liver and kidney function. At least three-quarters of type 2 diabetes cases could be prevented by maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Consuming a diet primarily consisting of plant-based foods has