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Vegan Sweet Potato Latkes

December 24, 2016

Sweet potato latkes with apple sauce on top and sour cream on side.

Nothing is better than latkes. Except maybe sweet potato latkes. We take this classic Hanukkah recipe and make it just a little bit healthier. Since… Read More »»

Author: Shalva Gale Leave a Comment

Vegan sour cream

December 24, 2016

Vegan sour cream with chives on top served with sweet potato latkes in background.

Sometimes you just need a dollop. We’ve used some simple ingredients to create a vegan sour cream. By utilizing our Vitamix, we get a consistent… Read More »»

Author: Shalva Gale 6 Comments

Homemade Applesauce

December 24, 2016

Homemade applesauce served in mason jar with cinnamon sticks.

Holiday parties usually require you to bring something to the table. Literally. You want it to be easy. But, you want it to be impressive.… Read More »»

Author: Lenny Gale 13 Comments

5 Good Things – December 17th, 2016

December 17, 2016

5 Good things from Life is NOYOKE.

Hi! Here’s what’s new, exciting, and thought provoking from our Life is NOYOKE world. This is the online version of our weekly email newsletter, 5 Read More »»

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Merry Mule

December 16, 2016

Merry mule, a frozen, pink beverage garnished with cranberry and lime garnish.

Moscow Mules have been gaining popularity the past few years. Almost every bar we go to has one on the menu. The basics: Vodka Ginger… Read More »»

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Vegan Eggnog

December 15, 2016

Vegan egg nog from Life is NOYOKE.

This beverage tastes like you bottled up the flavor of the holidays. Nog! It’s distinctly Christmas-y. Best part is, it takes only minutes to make… Read More »»

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Words of Wisdom from Vitamix CEO Jodi Berg

December 14, 2016

Jodi Berg Vitamix President and CEO chatting with Lenny Gale of Life is NOYOKE.

Jodi Berg, President and CEO of Vitamix is more than just the Barnard family’s 4th generation leader. She’s a hugger. Silly, I know. But she Read More »»

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The Best Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Shake: The Chiberia Chiller

December 14, 2016

Chiberia chiller chocolate peanut butter shake in a pint glass.

The protein shake that kept me happy, healthy and strong this past winter Read More »»

Author: Lenny Gale 7 Comments

5 Good Things – December 10th, 2016

December 9, 2016

5 Good things from Life is NOYOKE.

Hi! Here’s what’s new, exciting, and thought provoking from our Life is NOYOKE world. This is the online version of our weekly email newsletter, 5 Read More »»

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Creamy Wild Rice Soup

December 9, 2016

Vegan, creamy wild rice soup in large bowl served with salad and corn bread.

Update: There’s now an adapted version of this recipe on the Vitamix website. And! It’s featured in the Vitamix 100-year Anniversary Cookbook! This might actually… Read More »»

Author: Shalva Gale 411 Comments

Vitamix Cornbread! (or is it corn bread?)

December 8, 2016

Vegan corn bread stacked and held with Shalva's hands.

I’ve always subscribed to the philosophy that soup is boring by itself. It needs a side. It needs cornbread. Since winter is clearly here to… Read More »»

Author: Shalva Gale 10 Comments

Pumpkin Spice Latte

December 7, 2016

Pumpkin spice latte served on state of Minnesota-shaped cutting board.

Is your pumpkin spice latte healthy? Ā Depends where it’s from. If it’s a Pumpkin Spice Latte from Starbucks, it’s probably not dairy-free, soy-free and all-natural.… Read More »»

Author: Lenny Gale 4 Comments

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