New Classes All Over BedStuy

Jan 6, 2014

Join our Hip Dhamma Yoga teaching team as we bid farewell to our studio space at 375 Stuyvesant Ave and move on to host our own independent classes in the local community. Here’s where to find your favorite teachers and classes: Kelly Saturdays 10am Open Level with childcare, email kellymbritt@gmail.com for RSVP and BedStuy location […]

Is Your Body A SACRED SPACE?

Is Your Body A SACRED SPACE?

Sep 4, 2013

Saturday, September 21, 2013 9-10:30am 375 Stuyvesant Ave Do I see my body as a sacred space and do I feel safe in it? Is there a baggage of fear or shame that I walk with, that in turn blocks my blessing and clarity from moving forward? Am I willing to embrace and protect the […]

10 Ways to Atone for Yesterday’s Food Sins

10 Ways to Atone for Yesterday’s Food Sins

Aug 12, 2013

It was a party, I was nervous, just this once, I need love, this whole bag is just 99 cents!  All excuses I made yesterday when I went for the Utz, no salad prep, following fullty glutened pasta and chick peas.  At least it’s not a burger, right?  Wrong.  Even these “vegan” foods were a […]

Chocolate Cupcakes Vegan Gluten-Free Soy-Free

Chocolate Cupcakes Vegan Gluten-Free Soy-Free

Aug 11, 2013

I’ve been craving chocolate cupcakes since Moe’s birthday party well over two weeks ago.  Problem is, where does one find vegan gluten-free cupcakes on this side of BedStuy?  GrubHub and Seamless fail.  Not a single new cafe (Pantry, Breadlove, Liquid Oz) has a consistent supply of non-mainstream goodies.  I’m working on changing that, but alas, […]

Radish Leaf Pesto

Radish Leaf Pesto

Aug 7, 2013

Don’t let a single leaf of your share go to waste. Radish leaves make an excellent pesto, with or without basil! 1 bunch radish leaves 1 small handful basil leaves 1 cloves garlic peeled 1/4 cup nuts, seeds, or nut butter 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast juice of ½ lemon ¼ cup olive oil or more […]

Postpartum Wellness Networking Event

Postpartum Wellness Networking Event

Aug 1, 2013

Saturday Aug 10, 11:30am-2pm– New Mom’s Postpartum Wellness and Networking Event with Hip Dhamma Yoga and Community Partners Kelly, our beloved prenatal and family yoga teacher will lead a skill building intensive for our new mom community.  Grow with mamas in the neighborhood during this hour-long mom and baby class followed by postpartum support workshop […]

Liquid Salad $2

Liquid Salad $2

Jul 31, 2013

Turn a salad into a raw foods powerhouse soup.  Blended foods are easier to digest, and great ways to save prep time.  Plus, a liquid salad is a delicious high-nutrient option for people with recent dental work, or compromised digestion.  Can be stored in fridge for 1-2 days, though avocado will begin to darken. 5-10 […]

Raw Chocolate Lesson Plan

Raw Chocolate Lesson Plan

Jul 9, 2013

Raw Chocolate Decadence  Vocabulary Raw foods – uncooked ingredients.  Raw food diets can be effective in preventing and treating disease. Carob – chocolate substitute Chia seeds – the same seeds that are used for Chia Pets.  Full of protein and fun when soaked. STEM Science – We learn how raw foods deliver complete nutrients. Technology […]

Thai Curry Lesson Plan

Thai Curry Lesson Plan

Jul 9, 2013

Thai Curry and Sweet Sticky Rice with Sweet Cilantro Lime Salad  Vocabulary Basil – an herb common in Thai and pan Asian cuisine.  Has anti-bacterial properties Cilantro – an herb also known as coriander.  Cilantro (coriander) leaves has been used in preparation of many popular dishes in Asian and east European cuisine since ancient times. […]

We Can Thai Curry That!

We Can Thai Curry That!

Jul 9, 2013

I love curry because it makes everything delicious.  And when you’re on a budget, you gotta be able to work with what’s available.  I’ve been known to create feasts out of empty cupboards and fridges, and Thai Curry is one of the tools I bust out when I’m stumped by the random assortment of foods […]