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Raw in Chelsea SupperClub | The Pictorial Summary

Posted by Tanya Maher · February 03, 2014

Last Wednesday night, we held our very first SupperClub in Chelsea’s beautifully tasteful myhotel.

It was all part of the Grand Plan and The Secret Project BetterRaw, which very soon will no longer be much of a secret, but what it will be is the latest and greatest news for all of UK’s raw food industry!

Excited much? I know I am. Too excited for words, so I’ll do my best in pictures. Here’s a summary of the night…

Raw in Chelsea SupperClub 17 The boys of upstairs' Pellicano Restaurant, helping to set up the room for 30 SupperClubbers. Our lovely helpers, Shani and Kelly, both of whom were pure angels to me all day long. The first course was a Samosa Cone served over traditional Mint & Cucumber Raita and spicy radish sprouts. The room ready for the 'magical mystery tour of all of your senses'. Tables are set and Pina Coladas are waiting at the door for our guests. Overjoyed to be in this raw food sandwich with both of the SupperClub organisers' other halves... Pretty Kate (Richard's partner) and funny Elliot (my partner). Second course of the night was this Avocado and Passionfruit Soup, served with Crunchy Cracker Boats. The third course was a Creamy Matcha Green Tea Cocktail with Dehydrated Root Veggie Chews (as seen in my eBook 'Nourished- Comforting Raw Food Recipes for Winter'). Radiant beauties lighting up the whole room with those smiles. The fourth course- Romantic Salad of Mixed Greens in a Pink Raspberry and Beetroot Vinaigrette (also a recipe found in Nourished). Years of waitressing pay off when you can deliver more than two plates to a table at once. And my favourite shot of the night is of this Moroccan Garden- the fifth course. It was a visual satisfaction of Sundried Tomato Hummus, Sunflower Seed Falafels, Sprouted Buckwheat Spirulina Crackers and Veggie Chips. And the 'almost whole' team! From left to right: Richard, Kim and me. Getting the sixth course ready, which was a Palette Cleanser- Cucumber Ginger Sorbet and Carrot Orange Foam. Aside from not being able to taste and smell any of these pictures, the only other pity of reading this post is not being able to hear the stunning live music. Blue Muse's Anne Malone and her team were simply sensational. And the finale.. getting the dessert ready. We had a Sweet Trio of Raspberry (from 'Seduced' eBook), Chocolate Cinnamon (from 'Festive' eBook) and Choc Coated Hazelnut Cream. Wanna come next time? We sold out in record time for this one and no doubt that the same thing again will happen once we release next SupperClub dates. If you want to be the first to know, make sure that you are on the list, sign up here>>

The one clue I can give you is that it won't be until I get back from NZ (as a married woman!!), so if you'd like to attend a class of mine before that- the last workshop I'll be running for at least two months is our Lush Escapes 1 Day City Retreat. Join Colby Hanks and me for our signature class and a guided introduction to raw food and yoga. Sign up here>>

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Try This Tuesday | The End of Year Roundup

Posted by Tanya Maher · December 31, 2013

If you already follow Better Raw on Facebook, it's no news to you that each weekday is a groovy topic for inspirational nuggets. Here is what you'll be used to seeing me post:

Monday Mantra

Try This Tuesday

Wednesday Wisdom

Caption This Thursday

Friday Funnies

On the last Tuesday of 2013 and to celebrate the End of the Year, here is the second half of this year's round-up of Better Raw's Try This Tuesday - from August to December 2013. To see the first half - from January to July 2013 - click here.

If you eat oranges (and you should), then why not create roses out of peels and make a potpourri or a centrepiece for the most citrus fresh and naturally fragrant environment.

Add more fibre to your diet! It increases stool weight and promotes speedy bowel movements, helps cure high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, IBS, constipation and colon related conditions, as well as promotes weight loss! Excellent raw food fibre sources come from psyllium husks, sprouted whole grains, oats, carrots, apples, pears and tomatoes.

Four life changing words you can say to another person are 'I believe in you'.

Make sure you say them to yourself too.

Do you ever plan your meals for the week ahead? Do you ever wish menu planning was easy?

Check out this excellent example of a fun and breezy menu planning DIY board...

Simply write the names of your favourite dishes and their recipes on the back of each card, pick out 7 cards at the beginning of every week, and take them shopping, so you have the ingredients list and all of your food can be purchased for the week ahead. Genius!

Be the reason someone smiles today.

Aloe Vera plants propagate quickly, so buy yourself a plant and it will keep on giving. I took the offspring (left pic) and potted it into an old candle pot (right pic)- here's what 10 months on a windowsill did.

When I posted my 'effective moth repellent' question last week- this suggestion came up a few times. Definitely doing this!

Recycle Recycle Recycle!

Just check out how many gorgeous uses an old crate has for furniture.

Clean out your fridge and pantry and get rid of every expired jar or ingredient that hasn't served you. Replace with fresh, vibrant and nutritious food. If you keep good food, you will eat good food.

Guys - want to prevent baldness?

Ladies - need iron to combat fatigue & anaemia?

There's a herb you want to try! It grows wild and free for all:

http://www.betterraw.com/2013/09/8-reasons-why-you-need-stinging-nettle.html

26 seconds is all it takes for the chemicals in your personal care products to enter your blood stream. If you won't eat it, then don't put it on your skin. I dare you to do a 21 day challenge of using nothing but edible natural products, like Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Coconut Oil, Essential Oils, Apple Cider Vinegar, Sea Water, Avocado, Baking Soda, Seaweed, Volcanic Clay and my personal favourite- Aloe Vera!

Add Acai berry powder to your smoothies, cereals, crackers, salads, soups, and anything else you fancy. This superfood is a potent source of Vitamin C and many immune boosting qualities to help you ace through winter, it's packed with antioxidants to protect from many things, especially cell and skin damage, it's a great energy booster and digestive aid also.

It tastes delicious and my shake here has 2 cups almond milk, 1 frozen banana, 5 soaked dates and 1 heaped tablespoon Acai.

I'm excited and super proud to announce that I haven't had either a cold or a flu in over FIVE years now! Diet is the biggest contributor in my case but also due to the variety of foods that I continuously try. I wanted to tell you about 5 of them. Here are the superfoods that my body is loving this winter:

www.betterraw.com/2013/12/my-top-5-superfoods-for-immunising.html

Make your favourite raw food ice-cream, smoothie or cheesecake recipe and freeze it in ice-pop moulds. This way your freezer will always be stocked with delicious healthy desserts, anytime you have that sweet tooth craving.

Are you eating the World's 15 Healthiest Foods? Do you know what they are and how to incorporate them into your meals? This little eBook is a completely free resource, which I've created for you to say thanks for trusting me with your email address and your passion for healthier living. You can download it in seconds, but not for much longer, as very soon- I will change it forever. Get yours here: www.BetterRaw.com

Take a break from work for a fun puzzle or a mini challenge like this one. Then watch your productivity, creativity and problem solving abilities soar. Ok so try it and tell me the missing number in the comments, but don't read the comments for clues...

Colloidal Silver is your immune system's best friend. It's a liquid solution in which microscopic, electrically charged particles of Silver are in suspension. It's known to kill 650 different kinds of pathogens, such as bacteria, fungus, viruses, streptococcus and many others, by inhibiting the enzymes which allow their oxygen metabolism. And it does so in minutes, safely, with no side effect. It doesn't even taste of anything. I remember my parents putting a silver coin in a jug of our drinking water when I was little and some may remember their grandparents putting silver coins in milk to preserve it. Now you can 'preserve' yourself by taking a teaspoon of Colloidal Silver a day

There are lots of places to get it now, just google. One example is this great brand:

http://www.detoxyourworld.com/water-oz-dietary-supplement-silver?a_aid=51d40552f2479

Act without expectation...

Add 1/4 cup white vinegar or 1/2 cup baking soda to your wash cycle. Not only is it a natural fabric softener, it will also eliminate static cling.

Rub a walnut over dings and scratches in your furniture to hide them. Now that's really thinking beyond food as medicine!

Master 1 daily raw food meal....

It’s easy to add raw foods to your meals and you probably already have salad with your potatoes, fresh fruit with your yoghurt or raw snack bars with your coffee. But what about having a full meal per day, which is 100% raw? Food combining can be tricky for the body, as different nutrients require different parts of your digestive tract to be properly broken down. That’s why even when you add raw foods to your meals, they don’t necessary go well together and some people experience indigestion or bloating. When you have a meal that is totally raw, the benefits are pretty impressive and in most cases immediate. I suggest mastering your breakfast. It’s usually super easy and there are so many options of what you can make, like green smoothies, veggie juices, living chia seed porridge, nut milk and granola, coconut yoghurt with blueberries, dehydrated energy/muesli bars, superfood shakes, fruit salads and more. When you master your breakfast, it will set the tone for the rest of the day.

- See more tips to going raw at:www.betterraw.com/2013/09/raw-food-diet-in-four-steps.html

The pumpkin season is among us, but don't go throwing out all those precious seeds which you scoop out! Sprinkle a bit of soil on tray, top with seeds and cover with a little more soil. Water daily and watch them sprout in 7-10 days when you can add the ready sprouts to salads, smoothies and juices.

Stand on your head for a few minutes each day to rebalance. It's a cure for everything. David Wolfe even has a great example about how the only two mammals which don't get arthritis- bats and possums- have their 'hanging upside down to thank for that.

Practice hydrotherapy. There is no better way to wake up and renew every cell in your body and get energised for detoxification, than taking a really hot shower to thoroughly warm up, then switching to cold for 30 seconds, repeating 3 times. Try it! It's the best energy boost ever.

Christmas parties aren't exactly known for their healthy feasts, but the issue is not in indulging once in a while, it's in overindulging and on the wrong things. You can still have a delicious merry time with raw foods (and without the immune system crash), so why not bring a plate to your next Christmas work party or social gathering and surprise everybody? You may even changesomeone's life with this simple idea. If you are after recipes, you already know that I have a whole eBook 'Festive-The Best Raw Food Christmas Recipes' on special now (25% off), but what's more is that I have a bunch of free recipes online too! Start with this collection:www.betterraw.com/2010/12/christmas-in-raw-no-dehydrator-needed.html

Disclaimer: I respect and support the creative minds behind each image, so every known author/artist will always be published. If however an image has no original source sited, it is only because it was either sent to me or went viral online. If you are the source or you know the source for any if the above, please leave a comment below and I'll link your creation back to you!

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Raw in Chelsea - London's Newest SupperClub

Posted by Tanya Maher · December 30, 2013

Amazing friend,I have just finished writing my gratitude+achievements list for 2013- red nose, wet cheeks, trembling hands and all. The gratitude component was over flooded and YOU were the main reason why…This activity is something I do often, but as each year comes to an end, I make a ceremony out of the ritual. I light candles, get comfortable, gather my annual calendar (for reference of past events), do a relaxation meditation and get writing. I make a bullet point extravaganza out of my notepad, then sit back and soak up every word. That second part is like another meditation all on its own. It’s powerful and humbling and it sets the ‘attitude of gratitude’ tone for the new year ahead. I hope you realise how much you mean to me.Whether you read these love notes often or once a year, you are loyal and loving- you are the one I’ve described when I prayed for a solid tribe. And for you I am grateful. We may not have met in person [yet], but I’ve always been as open and honest with you, as I am with my own family. I consider you family too and in the new year I look forward to connecting with you in an even bigger way!!

You already know that something pretty epic is coming your way and now that we are 2/3 full for ‘Raw in Chelsea’ SupperClub, I wanted to remind you that I’ll be announcing this ‘thing’ to you in person on Wednesday 29th January over dinner… for which you still have 1 day to secure early bird tickets!

Book the seven-course magical mystery tour of your senses now and save 21%: www.betterraw.com/p/teaching.html

See you next year!

P.S. I haven't forgotten that I promised you a video from Slovakia. You showed great enthusiasm for the Protein Shakes I made every morning while skiing and although the video is ready, iMovie on my laptop tends to disagree :( Hopefully you won't mind hanging on till my next update!

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Discount Codes for your Raw Christmas Wish List

Posted by Tanya Maher · December 08, 2013

If you are anything like me, then everything you are about to see when you scroll down will be your entire Christmas Wish List. Or perhaps you've got a bit of a health nut to shop for, then let me make your day…

I've asked all my personal favourite raw food and conscious brands to set up a special promotional code just for you! As you can tell from some of the below savings, this could literally save you £1,000's! Take it as a little token of thanks for continuing to visit Better Raw and giving me virtual hugs.

Below categories:

Edible Treats

Books

Equipment

Beauty

Courses + Events

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EDIBLE TREATS

THE RAW CHOCOLATE COMPANY | 10% OFF ALL RANGE*

The most beautiful Christmas gifts and stocking fillers for chocolate lovers.

*Enter the code PBB102013 at checkout here at the www.therawchocolatecompany.com website. There is no minimum spend and you can get 10% off of the entire The Raw Chocolate Company's range when you use the code before 31st December 2013. The code is valid for multiple use. Also throughout December, you will get a free bag of Raw Chocolate Incan Berries with every order.

GREEN BAY HARVEST | 15% OFF ALL RANGE*

The best raw and conscious honey products.

*Enter the code BetterRaw at checkout here at the www.GreenBayHarvest.co.uk website. There is no minimum spend and you can get 15% off of their entire product range, when you use the code before 31st December 2013. The code is valid for multiple use.

PURA VIDA FOOD | 30% OFF ENTIRE SHOP

The only raw sprouted bread on the European market and that isn't nut based, rather gluten-free and protein-rich buckwheat.

*Stock up on anything from breads to granola to buckthorn juice here at the www.puravidafood.co.uk website, then email bread@puravidafood.co.uk with the subject line BETTER RAW 30% off sale. You will be reimbursed 30% of your entire purchase cost within 72 hours. Usual delivery fees apply. Sale ends 31st December 2013.

£5 GIFT CARD FOR DETOX YOUR WORLD RANGE*

Raw chocolate ingredients, superfoods, supplements, ready raw food products and anything else healthy and delicious, which your heart desires.

*Enter the code tanya5 at checkout here at the www.detoxyourworld.com website. There is no minimum spend and you can use your £5 gift card towards any of the products you see on the Detox Your World site, when you apply the code before 31st December 2013. Delivery charges apply as normal. Only valid once per customer, per address.

TEAPIGS TEA | 20% OFF ALL RANGE

Beautifully presented real leaf teas of all flavours.

*Enter the code TPPE13 at checkout here at the www.teapigs.co.uk website. There is no minimum spend and you can get 20% off of their teas and teaware, excluding gifts, cheeky deals and match kits. Offer ends 31st December 2013. The code is valid for multiple use.

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BOOKS

TANYA ALEKSEEVA'S EBOOKS | 25% OFF

Whether you are after Christmas recipes, comforting raw food meal ideas or a detox, I've the eBook for you!

*Enter the code TanyaXmas at checkout here in my shop www.BetterRawStore.com. There is no minimum spend and you can get 25% off anything you see, even the already discounted eBook bundle, when you use the code before 31st December 2013. Available for instant download.

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EQUIPMENT

CITRISTAR JUICER | 25% OFF £64.96*

The only appliance required for all your citrus juicing needs.

*Enter the code TANYA25 in your basket (not at checkout) here at the www.tribest.co.uk website. There is no minimum spend and you can get 25% off of the entire Tribest range when you use the code before 31st December 2013. Free UK delivery too!

FRESHLIFE AUTOMATIC SPROUTER | 25% OFF £129.95*

Grow organic wheatgrass, micro salads and sprouts indoors.

FRUITSTAR VERTICAL JUICER | 25% OFF £349.95*

Compact, elegant and powerful- the juicer for all your fruit, veggie and leafy green juicing needs.

SOLOSTAR-II JUICER | 25% OFF £249.95*

Juice-bar quality for a truly affordable price.

GREEN STAR ELITE | £150.00 OFF £599.95*

A unique jumbo twin-gear masticating juicer for maximum juice yield and enhanced nutrition.

SEDONA DEHYDRATOR | £106.25 OFF £425.00*

A professional choice for food dehydrating at home.

SOYABELLA NUT MILK MAKER | 25% OFF £109.95*

The amazing nut milk maker, which can also be used for grinding seeds, grains and coffee.

SPIRALI SPIRAL SLICER | £5 OFF £29.95

Courgette spaghetti pasta, beautiful salads and all the gluten-free fun in one.

*Enter the code tanya5 at checkout here at the www.detoxyourworld.com website. There is no minimum spend and you can use your £5 gift card towards any of the products you see on the Detox Your World site, when you use the code before 31st December 2013. Delivery charges apply as normal. Only valid once per customer, per address.

PERSONAL BLENDER 350 | 25% OFF £99.95*

Small and compact blending, grinding and sauce making power with additional mason jars.

UNIVERSAL NUT MILK BAG | £8.99 INSTEAD OF £10.49*

An absolute must-have at any level on a raw food diet, is this universal nut milk bag, juicer and sprouter in one.

*Save £1.50 per bag when you go to this page on www.LivingMilk.net. A super Christmas stocking filler, so get a bunch while you can. Offer ends by 31st December 2013.

VITAMIX TOTAL NUTRITION CENTRE | FREE SHIPPING*

Hands-down the best blender on the market and if I had to choose a single piece of equipment for my entire kitchen- Vitamix is it!

*Mention this code 20-01-000135 to receive FREE shipping and a free book + DVD. UK customers please call 0808 156 6633 to place your order. Ireland customers please call 0766 709854. See why I love this baby so much, here>>

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BEAUTY

LIVING NATURALLY SOAP NUTS | 10% OFF ALL RANGE

The only organic detergent that grows on trees! It doesn't get greener than that.

*Enter the code TanyaXmas at checkout here at the www.soapnuts.co.uk website. There is no minimum spend and you can get 10% off anything you see in The Living Naturally store, when you use the code before 31st December 2014.

TANYA ALEKSEEVA'S PH BOOSTER | £5 OFF £19.94*

Alkalising superfood greens with 22 grasses, herbs and vegetables, which you add to water, soups, smoothies and crackers.

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COURSES & EVENTS

BECOME A QUALIFIED HEALTH COACH

| $1,000 OFF + £320 COACHING WITH ME*

Yes you read right! Enrol at IIN between 11th & 13th December and here's what you'll get:

$1000 off the incredible program (which I've just completed)
Other surprise perks from IIN
2 x private 1 hour Skype coaching sessions with me (worth £190)
My entire eBook bundle (worth £60)
A ticket to my LIVE raw food class in London, expires 1.11.14 (upto £70)

Email coachblair@integrativenutrition.com and tell her that Tanya Alekseeva told you about the sweet deal! Then email me on hello@betterraw.com to claim your perks.

LONDON'S NEWEST SUPPERCLUB | £20 OFF £95*

*As you know from my previous updates- we've been planning something pretty major. It's a project that requires years of dreams and months of planning. I will finally reveal ALL at this brand new event 'Raw in Chelsea' and you'll understand why I've taken my time with the announcement. Grab your ticket to London's Newest SupperClub for a Seven-Course magician mystery tour of your senses. £20 off early bird special>>

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Raw Food Christmas Festivities- Final Workshop for 2013 is this Saturday!

Posted by Tanya Maher · December 04, 2013

“Christmas! The most wonderful time of the year”

Oh yes it certainly is! But is it very healthy for most people?
Why not make this year a little different and attend the most exciting seasonal class to discover how...

You will be amazed at the richness of truly beautiful foods and how Christmas flavours do not have to be compromised with a raw food menu.

THIS SATURDAY I will be teaching my very best and favourite recipes out of my new eBook “Festive-The Best Raw Food Christmas Recipes”:

·       Nut nog
· Rosemary nut ‘roast’
·       Mushroom jus
·       Caramelised onions
·       ‘All the trimmings’ salad
·       Christmas mince pies
·       Cinnamon vanilla cream
·       Surprise treat

Come along with an appetite, as you will be tasting everything demonstrated throughout the day.

This workshop will only happen once this year and it is the final for 2013, so make sure you secure your spot!

“I was not so keen to attend a cooking class, let alone a raw food class, but my wife had her way. I have to say, this is the best decision I’ve ever made (or was forced to make). I am really astounded at how excellent the food tastes and absolutely beside myself at how satisfied I feel. Just brilliant.” –S. Mansfield

“Loved every single moment. Tanya is fantastic and really knows her stuff. All the recipes were truly the best I’ve tasted. I would recommend this class to everyone.” – R. Clarke

WHERE | The Albany Club, Little Albany St, NW1 4DY, London

WHEN | 10AM-12:30PM Saturday 7th December

BOOK | £69, includes all ingredients, tasters and take away materials. Treat yourself to this delicious, educational and inspirational day, get an amazing gift experience for that special someone or sign up for 2 and save. ONE-OFF CHRISTMAS DEAL: Book for two and receive a 50% discount for your friend!! Book here>>

See you on Saturday :)

Tanya Alekseeva

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