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Choose Your
Supplements
Wisely

a Dialog Dinner and presentation with Dr. Steve Blake,
author of Vitamins and Minerals Demystified (McGraw-Hill, 2008)

Friday, October 22nd, 2010, 7-9:30 pm, at Joni's home in Cupertino.

Dinner: 7 – 8pm, $40
(we will begin the first course at 7pm, so please arrive a bit before)

Presentation: 8:15 – 9:30pm, $10

The dinner:
A 3-course RAW FOOD dinner will be served from 7 – 8 pm. This is an opportunity to sit with Dr. Blake for an intimate, lively, educational and entertaining conversation. The format will be an open forum, so bring any question(s) you have about health, nutrition, raw diet, vegetarian diet, etc. (Please check at a later time for the 3-course Raw Food menu.)

The presentation:
After dinner, at 8:15pm, we will move from the table to the living room for Dr. Blake's slide show presentation about Choosing Your Supplements Wisely. We'll say Goodbye to those who cannot stay for the lecture and we will say Hello to those who could not join us earlier for dinner.

Come and learn about healthy supplements and how to choose them. During the presentation, Dr. Blake will cover these issues…..

* Which supplements do you really need? Save money by knowing what you don't need.
* Which vitamins are easy to get in food?
* How can you choose a healthy multivitamin?
* Are you getting enough calcium, iron, and zinc?
* Supplements for arthritis, weight loss, bone density and more.

About Dr. Steve Blake:
Steve Blake has a doctorate in holistic health, a doctorate in naturopathic medicine, a master’s degree in herbology, and numerous massage certifications. He is a professional member of the American Herbalists Guild. He was the founder and director of the Maui Holistic Health Center. He was the speaker on the popular radio series, “Natural Health Tips from Dr. Steve”. He taught anatomy & physiology at the International Center for NaturoBioHolistic Health and Medicine. He has also taught exercise physiology. He has developed many supplements including Advanced Nutritional System and Childrens’ Chewable by Rainbow Light. He is well known for his databases on alternative remedies. The largest of these databases has over 125,000 footnotes!

http://www.naturalhea…

To Register:
When you register, please write in the comment field when you will join us:
…. for the Dinner? … the Presentation? …. or for Both

You can pay through PayPal if you like: JoniSare [at] gmail [dot] com
… or pay cash or check at the door when you arrive.

Cancellations:
Please contact me … call or write an email …. at least one day before (Thursday, the 21st) if you need to cancel your reservation. That will be much appreciated.

Indian Live Food Prep,
Three-Class Series I

-With Briksha

10/16, 11/6 and 11/13; 2 – 5pm

These classes will be taught the Briksha way…… lovingly, mindfully and compassionately.

His mission is to aid in “reconnecting our Bodies and the Body of Universe so that in turn our Bodies and the Body of Universe will bless us with peace, and wisdom.”

What: 3 classes on Raw Indian Cuisine

Where: Joni's kitchen in Cupertino, i-280 and Foothill

When: Saturdays, 2 – 5pm, October 16, November 6 and 13

Cost:
Pay before 9/21: $70 for one class, or $180 for all three classes.
Pay after 9/21: $80 for one class, or $190 for the series.

RSVP/registration:
Pre-registration with payment is required. Pay through PayPal… or….

… to register with sending a check, or with questions, please contact Briksha at:
[masked], 415.503.7802.

Visit him on the web at:
http://www.rays-manda…
or at:
http://www.meetup.com…

See below for an advance taste!

Class I. Saturday, October 16th, 2 – 5pm

*Use and benefits of Indian spices-make your own curry powder and chai mixes

Menu includes:

*Mung beans and fenugreek sprout salad

*Different uses of Curry Powder in making curry dressing, curried seeds and nuts, etc.

*Sabji Paraotha- Veggie Stuffed Indian Bread

*Masala Alu-Gobi (spicy-mock potatoes and cauliflower)

*Indian Dessert -Rabri sauce with Sesame cookies -and mango (optional)

Class II. Saturday, November 6th, 2 – 5pm

Menu includes:

*Dairy free yogurt and its varieties of Indian uses (sauces, soup, dressing etc)

*Lassie-Plain-sweet, sour and with fruits (banana, papaya and mango)

*Raita soup and salad

*Curried cheese (made from different nuts and seeds)

*Palak paneer-create Palak pakoda (Spinach cheese-ball) and Palak Chapati(spinach-cheese bread)

*Different varieties of Curries (sauces and dip) such as tomato-curry and Alu-curry

*Indian Dessert (Optional)

Class III. Saturday, November 13th, 2 – 5pm

Menu includes:

*Varieties of chutney and Achar (pickle)

*Indian Burrito (made from Indian chapatti like bread and stuffed with cauliflower pate)
w/ coriander chutney and malai (Macadamia Cream)

*Dal –Mock lentil soup (made from green beans, avocado/tahini)

*Indian Spicy cracker

*Indian Dessert –Briksha`s famous hemp ice-cream(optional)

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Bio and Contact info

Watch for Series II, offered in San Francisco, in Nov/Dec and later in Cupertino 😉

Briksha Aka Mahendra
[masked]
Certified Integral Coach
http://www.newventure…

Certified Breathwork Practitioner
http://www.rebirthing…

Yoga Instructor
(Vivekananda Yoga Research Center- http://www.vyasa.org…)

Raw Vegan Chef
http://www.treeoflife…

http://www.rays-manda…

Briksha aka Mahendra:
combines Integral Insights, Hindu Yogic practices, and Buddhist wisdom in his teaching. Currently He is learning Ayurveda under the guidance of Michael Reid Kreuzer, D. Ayur, Ph.D. ( Medicine Buddha Healing Center). Briksha’s main focus is on Yoga of Conscious Breathing and Eating (Spiritual Nutrition). By using various tools and techniques of Integral Yoga and coaching, he creates a powerful environment to explore the journey of this mysterious Human Body, finding everything there, as it is said in an Asian proverb: ‘What you can’t find in your Body, you will not find anywhere.’ Briksha’s main mission in sharing his skills, experience, and training, is to aid in reconnecting with our Bodies and the Body of Universe so that in turn our Bodies and the Body of Universe will bless us with peace, and wisdom. Briksha invites us to pray and practice together to awake in our true nature, bringing more love, light, and wisdom to the World.

He is the founder of “Rays-rawfood and yoga support circle” in SF, a group to support our journey of health and healing.

Sorry, this event is canceled due to low sign ups.
Joni

Indian raw vegan food demo and /or dinner
with Yogi Chef Briksha

Tuesday, October 12th at Joni's home in Cupertino

6:30pm-7:45pm demo

8pm-9.30pm dinner

Cost for the Demo: $23
Cost for the Dinner: $27
Cost for both: $45

Seat limitation for demo: 15
Seat limitation for dinner: 10-12

Menu for demo:

1. Sabji Paraotha- Veggie Stuffed Indian Bread

or

*Masala Alu-Gobi (spicy-mock potatoes and cauliflower)

2. Masala sauce and dressing

3. Curried/masala cheese

4.*Mango chutney

Menu for Dinner:
Made from the demo+ Briksha`s tasty mung bean salad, with greens and curry dressing and his famous ice-cream.

DISCOUNT:
Those who come to the demo and dinner will receive a discount for the 3-class series that starts on Saturday the 16th.

Please join Steve and me at the table for a body-balancing summer meal. The summertime bounty gives us a variety of foods to help cleanse and heal the body, so, I'll serve a dinner that will help strengthen the body in order for it to detox safely.

To view the menu, and eventually the recipes, go to my new website: www.dialogdinners.com

The discussion during this dinner is open to any nutrition topic that is brought to the table.

These nutrition gatherings are for you… if you, a loved one or a client has a health challenge and you have questions, and/or have nutrition info to share with the group. Everyone is welcome, whether you are a patient or practitioner.

(Private consultations are available with Steve before and after, please contact him to make an appointment.)

Save the dates:

I'll send invitations soon for these Dinner events w/Steve Fowkes….

· Wednesday, June 30th, Dinner, 6:30 – 9:30 PM
· Thursday, July 8th, Dinner, 6:30 – 9:30 PM.
· Tuesday, July 27th, Dinner, 6:30 – 9:30 PM

Pricing:
$30 for one
$55 for two
$75 for parties of three
$90 for parties of four
$100 for parties of five

Location:
Joni, Dan and Steve's home in Sunnyvale
(address will be provided when you sign up)

Why Dialog Dinners:
Hosting the Dialog Dinners brings me one step closer to having a restaurant, yet allows me to offer more – a featured guest with a group discussion that enables a growing and learning experience in an intimate setting. This brings the experience of eating out and having dinner with others to a whole new level.

Upcoming topics:
The Dialogs this summer will include: nutrition, exercise, consciousness, poetry, sustainability, slow food and slow money. Guests will include authors, community leaders, entrepreneurs, musicians and more.

Past topics:
The Nutrition Dialogs with Steve are consistently interesting and dynamic, past dialogs have had focus topics, such as:
* Ketosis, Coconut Oil and Mitochondrial Nutrition
* Insulin Resistance, Degenerative Diseases and Ketosis
* Ketosis and pH Balancing: Understanding Body Alkalinity
* Cellular Hydration and Potassium Utilization
* The Nutritional Basis of Happiness and Mood
* The role of fat-burning in well-being and longevity
* Better Sex
* Thyroid hormone testing and well-being
* Smart drugs (and nutrients): The Designer Brain
* Weight Loss
* Hormone Health and Graceful Aging
* The ABCs of metabolism
* Collagen and Connective Tissue Health
* Osteoporosis, Stroke and Heart Disease
* Better Sleep through Neurochemistry

Bios:
Steve Fowkes is an organic chemist, biochemist, nutritional-formulation consultant, legal expert witness and is considered an expert in brain function and metabolism. He has written several books, authored numerous articles and papers, illustrated books and scientific papers and served as editor, technical editor and guest editor on many more. He is currently writing his sixth book. In 1979, he co-founded a vitamin company, Vitamin Research Products and managed their research, new product development, manufacturing, data-processing and shipping departments until 1983. In 1992, he founded and continues to direct the Cognitive Enhancement Research Institute. His ability to translate technical topics for the public led to TV appearances on People are Talking, a San Francisco-based TV talk show, the Dr. Dean Edel Show, a nationally syndicated TV talk show, and CNN's Larry King Live, and several anti-aging documentaries. Steve is available for private and group nutrition counseling.
Email address: [masked]
Web samples of Steve's writings: www.ceri.com
Phone:[masked]-CERI
Skype: swfowkes
YouTube: swfowkes

Joni Sare, NE, Chef is a personal trainer for the kitchen and a healthy-eating coach for people. She specializes in whole-food nutrition lectures, cooking demos, meal planning and dinners (from raw food to meat-based meals). Joni offers 3- to 30-day live-in retreats to help people make lasting changes. She began nutrition studies in 1983 and is course-certified as a Nutrition Educator (2007) and Natural Chef (2008), from Bauman College(.org) in Berkeley. Joni is also the Executive Director of the Health Medicine Forum(.org), an educational foundation in Walnut Creek. Joni is available for private and group nutrition counseling, lectures, cooking demos and catering.
Email address: [masked]
Web site: www.jonisare.com
Telephone:[masked]

Let's celebrate the Summer Solstice together – Saturday evening – with a light meal that will satisfy your summer indulgence with fresh fruit and veggies…. and… you'll get creative ideas for your summertime meals.

We'll start with a raw fruit soup:

· Sweet and Sour Apricot with Almond Cream

The main course will be light, yet filling and definitely will tantalize your taste buds:

· Grilled leeks and eggplant with thyme, dried lemon and sesame seeds
· Baby greens w/raspberry vinaigrette
· Steamed sweet corn infused with caraway and rolled in Sonoma's St. Pierre Olive Oil
· Marinated cucumber and tomato with lemon verbena and basil

For dessert, I'll serve my very own dairy-free:

· Thai young coconut and peach ice cream with a touch of port balsamic vinegar

These nutrition gatherings are for you… if you, a loved one or a client has a health challenge and you have questions, and/or have nutrition info to share with the group. Everyone is welcome, whether you are a patient or practitioner.

The discussions during dinner is open to any nutrition topic that is brought to the table.

(Private consultations are available with Steve before and after, please contact him to make an appointment.)

When:
· Saturday, June 19th, 6:30 – 9:30 PM

Save the dates:

I'll send invitations soon for these Dinner events w/Steve Fowkes….

· Wednesday, June 30th, Dinner, 6:30 – 9:30 PM
· Thursday, July 8th, Dinner, 6:30 – 9:30 PM.
· Tuesday, July 27th, Dinner, 6:30 – 9:30 PM

Pricing:
$30 for one
$55 for two
$75 for parties of three
$90 for parties of four
$100 for parties of five

Location:
Joni, Dan and Steve's home in Sunnyvale
(address will be provided when you sign up)

Why Dialog Dinners:
Hosting the Dialog Dinners brings me one step closer to having a restaurant, yet allows me to offer more – a featured guest with a group discussion that enables a growing and learning experience in an intimate setting. This brings the experience of eating out and having dinner with others to a whole new level.

Upcoming topics:
The Dialogs this summer will include: nutrition, exercise, consciousness, poetry, sustainability, slow food and slow money. Guests will include authors, community leaders, entrepreneurs, musicians and more.

Past topics:
The Nutrition Dialogs with Steve are consistently interesting and dynamic, past dialogs have had focus topics, such as:
* Ketosis, Coconut Oil and Mitochondrial Nutrition
* Insulin Resistance, Degenerative Diseases and Ketosis
* Ketosis and pH Balancing: Understanding Body Alkalinity
* Cellular Hydration and Potassium Utilization
* The Nutritional Basis of Happiness and Mood
* The role of fat-burning in well-being and longevity
* Better Sex
* Thyroid hormone testing and well-being
* Smart drugs (and nutrients): The Designer Brain
* Weight Loss
* Hormone Health and Graceful Aging
* The ABCs of metabolism
* Collagen and Connective Tissue Health
* Osteoporosis, Stroke and Heart Disease
* Better Sleep through Neurochemistry

Bios:
Steve Fowkes is an organic chemist, biochemist, nutritional-formulation consultant, legal expert witness and is considered an expert in brain function and metabolism. He has written several books, authored numerous articles and papers, illustrated books and scientific papers and served as editor, technical editor and guest editor on many more. He is currently writing his sixth book. In 1979, he co-founded a vitamin company, Vitamin Research Products and managed their research, new product development, manufacturing, data-processing and shipping departments until 1983. In 1992, he founded and continues to direct the Cognitive Enhancement Research Institute. His ability to translate technical topics for the public led to TV appearances on People are Talking, a San Francisco-based TV talk show, the Dr. Dean Edel Show, a nationally syndicated TV talk show, and CNN's Larry King Live, and several anti-aging documentaries. Steve is available for private and group nutrition counseling.
Email address: [masked]
Web samples of Steve's writings: www.ceri.com
Phone:[masked]-CERI
Skype: swfowkes
YouTube: swfowkes

Joni Sare, NE, Chef is a personal trainer for the kitchen and a healthy-eating coach for people. She specializes in whole-food nutrition lectures, cooking demos, meal planning and dinners (from raw food to meat-based meals). Joni offers 3- to 30-day live-in retreats to help people make lasting changes. She began nutrition studies in 1983 and is course-certified as a Nutrition Educator (2007) and Natural Chef (2008), from Bauman College(.org) in Berkeley. Joni is also the Executive Director of the Health Medicine Forum(.org), an educational foundation in Walnut Creek. Joni is available for private and group nutrition counseling, lectures, cooking demos and catering.
Email address: [masked]
Web site: www.jonisare.com
Telephone:[masked]