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I saw this pillow and it nearly guac-ed my world! I couldn't decide - get it, don't get it...ohhhh another difficult life decision. . . . . #avocadopit #guaczilla #plushielove #mypillow #tobuyornottobuy #pillowthoughts #naptime😴 #fruityloops #marshallsfinds #decorativepillows #pillowfort #sundayshopping https://www.instagram.com/p/B0PGLFKF0hW/?igshid=1jikaluy3xoa

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I love how coffee tricks me into thinking I'm in a good mood for about 27 minutes, ha! Here's another simple breakfast. Of course you could use any yogurt, fruit, nuts or sweetener. I'm using Kite Hill unsweetened plain non-dairy yogurt, blueberries, sliced almonds, and a local honey. Plus a sprinkle of Vietnamese cinnamon at the end with one breakfast for here and one to go for another time. Pack of 12 yogurt can be found at https://amzn.to/2ObiqA7 and cinnamon at https://amzn.to/2Yngg4g . . . . #healthfirst #yogurtbowl #kitehillyogurt #vietnamesecinnamon #cinnamonspice #blueberrybreakfast #breakfastonthego #veganbreakfastideas #vegetarianbreakfast #fastbreakfast #healthyfastfood #cleaneatingforlife #proteins💪 #easybreakfast #itseasybeingvegan #veganfamilymeals #morninginspiration https://www.instagram.com/p/B0OAn0NFATK/?igshid=152xnqagn4wyc

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Hear about the chickpea farmer who died at dinner? They're ruling it a hummus side. Yes, here's another on-the-go breakfast. Spread hummus across toast, top with chopped boiled egg, then sprinkle with smoked paprika and/or curry powder. I love Madras curry at https//amzn.to/2YlzvtxY and paprika at https://amzn.to/2LzJRS0 and tried first slicing the egg but appeared eating would be easier if a full chop happened. You can buy hummus of course or make your own (so easy). I'm sure you have a hummus recipe but if not, DM me and I'll send one your way. Enjoy! . .#hummusrecipe #breakfasts #fastbreakfast #breakfastonthego #quickart #vegetarianbreakfast #smokedpaprika #madrascurry #sprinkleofglitter #readytolove #middleeasternfood #toasteria #weekenders #breakfastoftheday #justrealfood #healthyfoodchoices #healthyfoodchoice https://www.instagram.com/p/B0LmskRl2Qb/?igshid=1xmnzapaa82r2

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Hear about the chickpea farmer who died at dinner? They're ruling it a hummus side. Yes, here's another on-the-go breakfast. Spread hummus across toast, top with chopped boiled egg, then sprinkle with smoked paprika and/or curry. I love Madras curry at https://amzn.to/2YlVtxY and paprika at https://amzn.to/2LzJRS0 and tried first slicing the egg but it appeared eating would be easier if a full chop happened. You can buy hummus of course or make your own (so easy). I'm sure you have a hummus recipe but if not, DM me and I'll send it your way. Enjoy! . . . . #hummusrecipe #breakfasts #fastbreakfast #breakfastonthego #quickart #vegetarianbreakfast #smokedpaprika #madrascurry #sprinkleofglitter #readytolove #middleeasternfood #toasteria #weekenders #breakfastoftheday #justeatrealfood #healthyfoodchoices #healthyfoodchoice https://www.instagram.com/p/B0LjGM7FhAS/?igshid=1ryf6w50se4s9

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Tag someone who really deserves a drink this weekend! It's nice to have a simple appetizer and cocktail at home before heading out. We love to play a couple rounds of gin rummy during our cocktail hour. This is simply a sliced ripe peach with dabs of Humboldt Fog then drizzle of honey served with a gin martini. Sliced peaches are super fab right now. Cheers to your happy hour tonight! . . . . #peaches🍑 #appetizersfordinner #appetizing #summerheat #heatwavevisual #homemadewithlove #nooven #localhoney #humboldtfog #cheesey #smellslikesummer #peachy🍑 #easyappetizers #easyappetizer #snacksmart #ginmartini #stirred #oneolive https://www.instagram.com/p/B0JdJn0FRFu/?igshid=1lfv4fo03m5bh

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I walked into my client's house and this lily bouquet hit me hard in the nose. Wow, what an amazing perfume! Would you believe these all came from her cut flower garden? So lucky. . . . . . #lill #parfumerie #aromas #freshfromthegarden #canyousmellwhattherockiscooking #flowergardens #smellies #lillies #gardeningideas #plantbasedlife https://www.instagram.com/p/B0HF1V5F2OT/?igshid=1anf7e81cpmzn

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TGISF! Thank goodness it's smoothie Friday! There's always time in the am for a smoothie on the run. This is the "happy monkey" that makes two servings with 1.5 c unsweetened plain almond milk, 2 frozen bananas, 1/2 c shredded coconut, 3 tblsp cacao nibs, 3 tblsp cacao powder, 3 tblsp peanut butter (almond butter is good too), 1 tsp Stevia, and 2 tblsp (or more) of protein (I like Vega vanilla at https://amzn.to/201YsHX ). Vitamix or blend and it's ready! . . . . . #veganfriends #fridaystyle #smoothierecipes #vegaprotein #veganinspiration #motivationalvideos #healthysmoothies #rawalmondmilk #notbacon #fridaymotivation #mornin #morningsmoothie #veganinspiration #quickandhealthy #vegasport #healthysmoothies https://www.instagram.com/p/B0GMtAulOZp/?igshid=v7yy2h1xboxg

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Check out this Kythers Greece olive oil I stumbled upon in a client's home @jillwmyers yum . . . . . #kythera #greekoliveoil #oliveoiltasting #evoo #greekfreak #itsallgreektome #organicoliveoil #oliveoillovers #tastethis #wheresthebread #mountofolives #greece_countryside https://www.instagram.com/p/B0EruAMFNoM/?igshid=1q6h0dgicpx4o

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I love sleep because it's like a time machine before breakfast! Life is always on the go. Be here, be there, hurry up and wait. It's my golden rule to never ever skip breakfast. This is a one minute breakfast that can be made in a Pyrex bowl then taken to work if rushing out the door. Pour a cup of muesli into a bowl, add fresh fruit, top with milk of your choice, rest 10min and it's ready. @bobsredmill makes a great muesli or you can make your own. To make your own jar of 2 serving muesli, mix 2c old fashioned oats, 1/2 c dried fruit, and 1/2 c coconut flakes. Prep several jars in advance and fortify the whole week! . . . . #dairyfreerecipes #gluthation #breakfasttime☕️ #cleansimpleeats #veganfoodlover #plantbasedchef #whatveganseatforbreakfast #wholefoodsimply #cleaneatingaddict #healthyme #healthyfoodchoices #healthylifestylecoach #eatyourselfhealthy #healthyeatingideas #runners_of_insta #runningislife #exerciseoftheday #nocooking https://www.instagram.com/p/B0DoflHFwir/?igshid=ty2tewsio2p3

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Vegetarian kung pao chicken coming your way! This Sichuan Chinese dish is normally spicy, but I have to bring it down for kids' sake. Yum! . . . . . #kungpao #vegetariankids #chinesefoodlover #betterthantakeout #takeoutfakeout #dinnerfortonight #eatyourvegetables #buzzfeedunsolved #glutenfreeeats #whatveganscook #whatvegansdo #huffposttaste #letscook #crueltyfreelife #misenplace #foodgod #diylife #veganfoodshares #eatcleanbro #govegan🌱 https://www.instagram.com/p/B0CDU4hlPme/?igshid=1ip8ywxtjhjtt

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Is that a jalapeno in your pocket or are you just happy to see me? It's Taco Tuesday! How about we change it up with some enchiladas! Prep the eve prior or in the morning. Looks like two nights of dinner are done. You know the recipe is in A Taco Walks into a Bar. . . . . #atacowalksintoabar #enchiladas #happytacotuesday #turkeyenchiladas #munchiesminute #heatison #sundaymealprep #cheesypickuplines #cheesygoodness #californiadream #nomnoms https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz-lxfAlW74/?igshid=1bzitf58nrk9g

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Attempt #2. Am you know, Jenji didn't approve of the unicorn dog food holder. Enter the taco-saurus. She approves. By tagging this post, I learned there was a hashtag dogfoodporn. I'm kinda weirded out. . . . . . #atacowalksintoabar #jurassic #jurassicworldfallenkingdom #tyrannosaurusrex #toyphotos #toycon #matteljurassicworld #zipkick #nachosaurus #dinosaurios #pugglepuppy #pugglelove #pugglegram #puggleoftheday #pugglestruggle #puggle #dogfoodporn #naturaldogfood #tacofitness #tacosunday https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz6v6kWlnki/?igshid=r5forcr7n4fg

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And they live happily avo after. Can you believe the rising cost of avocados! We don't need guacamole imposters like zucchini guacamole coming in for takeover. Give me my avocado toast (with everything bagel sprinkle)! . . . . .#avocado🥑 #avo #everythingbagel #gua #guac #californian #californianas #mexicancooking #mexicantacos #eggsandavocado #toastmasters #avocadoontoast #fruitporn #goodfat #fattyfatty #goodfats #leanandgreen https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz6At7Fl8P5/?igshid=czqrjhn47av7

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And they lived happily avo after. The avocado prices are hiking, argh! Now there are guac imposters coming out of the woodwork like an emulsion of tomatillo, zucchini, oil and jalapeno. Avocados are running $2.23 a pound average this week. What to do? I need my guacamole and avocado toast! . . . . . #atacowalksintoabar #fakeguacamole #buzzfeedunsolved #foodpix #avocadosalad #avocadooil #californian #californialife #haas #mexicanfoodporn #guaco #guacamole🥑 #avoca #tacosalpastor #tacofitness #avocadoontoast #veganiseasy #vegetarianketo #goodfats #goodfat (at Simply-VA, Personal Chef) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxqG47ZBNOK/?igshid=qxv1dkmrslvq

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That moment when you've heard one too many taco jokes. Oh yeah, when I'm not playing with toys, sometimes I make food. Quinoa taco salad! Instead of meat, I subbed quinoa steamed with chipotle, sauteed onion, cumin, tomato paste and veg broth. Delightful! So, it's chipotle quinoa, shredded Romaine, cilantro, black beans, tomato, avocado, feta and crushed corn tortilla chips. Yeah. . . . . #atacowalksintoabar #tacotaco #saladsofinstagram #fetabarcelona #tacos🌮 #quinoasalad #blackbeantacos #romainelettuce #tacolover #punmaster #tacosaturday #tomatosalad #saturdaymarket #tequilatequila #tacosalad #southwestern #itsreallysexytheway https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz3DdnZlcZA/?igshid=1wiz1gth63jj3

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I set up the unicorn magic taco holder but thought an alternative use would be to fill with dog food. Yeah, Jenji had different thoughts. #unicornlife Found it at https://amzn.to/2lespXx @sugarbearthebully . . . . #unicornsandrainbows #unicornpartyideas #licorne #unicornlove #unicornios #unicornpower #unicorngirl #unicornmagic #unicorni #unicornvibes #unicornstuff #unicornstyle #unicornlovers #puggles #pugglelife #pugglestruggle #puggleproblems #pugglesnuggle #pugglegram #pugglesofig #puggleoftheday #instapuggle https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz26ASul0oP/?igshid=1xhz1z6jeqa53

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Salmon, couscous, feta, fresh mint, corn straight from the cob, green peas, chopped pistachios, lemon, olive oil and Dijon. I'd invite you over but I ate it all #allmine❤️ Did I mention that I washed it down with a martini? . . . . . #salmonlover #proteins💪 #recipevideo #healthymealprep #couscoussalad #dinnertime🍴 #discoveringchefs #fetacheese #thursdaymood #martiniracing #tastethisnext #oliveoiltasting #freshmint #pistachios #lemontree https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz1fRbtlcM0/?igshid=1t8ub02ufansb