Seasonal Depression Remedy : Scents of Joy

Seasonal Depression Remedy This time of year can be especially tough – the short days and general lack of sunshine can bring out feelings of an underlying depression.   Scent...

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Chakras

A Guide to Crystal Healing: Understanding the Chakras

By Mason Hainey

  Going as far back as the Sumerians and ancient Mesopotamia, crystals have been used to heal, protect and enlighten. The practice of using crystals...

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RECIPE / Citrus-Raspberry Chia Pudding

By Mason Hainey

This recipe packs some intense protein that fills you up and tastes great with your morning cup of coffee.  Chia seeds are a staple in...

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RECIPE / Fresh Fruit Spring Rolls

By Mason Hainey

  Fresh, light, summery AND only rings in at about 50 calories a piece, this dish is a favorite knock-out dessert at any party. I...

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RECIPE / [ England ] Apple Citrus & Toasted Almond Scones

By Mason Hainey

  It’s been a very busy summer full of weddings and custom orders, leaving little time to indulge in my culinary pursuits. But It is...

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RECIPE / [ Japan ] Anpan ( Red Bean Paste Buns )

By Mason Hainey

  When I was living in Chiba, right outside Tokyo, I would frequently visit this small bakery inside the Chiba train station called The Little Mermaid....

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RECIPE / [ Japan ] Anko ( Red Bean Paste )

By Mason Hainey

I could go on for hours days about how incredible Japan's food is. From the street carts selling gourmet crêpes ( they're everywhere ) to the melon flavored soda (...

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RECIPE / [ GREECE ] Toasted Garlic Hummus

By Mason Hainey

  This week MIZU turns its eyes to Greece for some inspiration. Specifically Chóra, a religious hub for the Greek Orthodox. The small island of...

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RECIPE / [ Thailand ] Roasted Coconut and Corn Quinoa

By Mason Hainey

  I am always on the hunt for the meaningful and beautiful ( whats your idea of beauty? ) to inspire my designs. It was a little...

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RECIPE / Roasted Garbanzo Bean Salad

By Mason Hainey

These tangy, crunchy beans pack a flavor that will have you going back for more Coming from an Italian background, garbanzo beans have always been...

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