Surprise, surprise! Oh boy, where do I start? It’s been quite awhile, and I’ve got a lot to share. Everything starts from somewhere so I’ll just start with this…
The past couple of months have been hard for me. For awhile it seemed like all of the conveniences in my life started disappearing one by one. You know when you feel like everything in the world is falling out right from underneath you? That’s how I felt for awhile. But you know what? Over the years I’ve learned from my past demons that talking about how you feel is important. Say it out loud to a friend. That’s partly what they’re there for, and it’s wonderful! Yeah, everyone knows that someone out there in this world has it worse, but it doesn’t make things any better when you just want to vent. As cheesy as this sounds, I get by with a little help from my friends. I hesitated at first to share my burdens with my friends because I had been betrayed a couple times in the past by “best friends”. I think I’m at a point in my life though where I know to choose my friends wisely, and I definitely have. Time and time again my friends reassured me that they will be there for me, and that it’s okay. What a relief. I also reminded myself of the strength I have inside me, the blessings that will always be in my life, and the notion that life goes on. Whatever happens, happens.
Anyway, I know that was really vague, but I’ll talk about it more in my catching up posts.
- A live update! With Matilda and some hot chocolate.
Now let’s rerererewind!
- Awhile ago I had received a mysteriously large shipment…
Foodbuzz had offered to try out some loaves of Nature’s Pride OvenClassics recipe as part of their Tastemaker program. Oh all of the wonderful things I could use bread for!
- Toast for breakfast, capital idea!
One slice of honey wheat with butter, and a slice of the oatmeal kind with mascarpone and honey (oh fancy!). Two thumbs up for both slices! Especially the buttered one.
Now in sandwich form.
The slices were a bit too big for my bean burger, but I didn’t mind. It still tasted good! Usually I go for bakery or sprouted breads, but there’s no comparison when it comes to buttered toast. This kind of bread is perfect for that! And of course it’s good for other yummy things too. Now that I’m thinking about it… I wish I had made French toast with them!
Around that time I also made some vegan parsley pesto.
I’m not the biggest fan of parsley, but I had a bunch of it just sitting in my fridge. Things don’t go to waste when I’m around… not under my roof. That’s when I decided to make the pesto! Something I would surely like, and I wouldn’t be letting the parsley just wilt away. Pesto can be used for so many things! In sandwiches, as a pasta dressing, a dip for crackers, mixed with an aoli, or whatever else you can think of!
Looking good with some linguine, veggies, and grated pecorino!
Something else I like to make at home... hummus.
Not just ordinary hummus though. For a little kick I made it with some horseradish cream. If that’s your thing you should definitely try it. Just follow a basic hummus recipe, and add in the horseradish cream to your liking.
Spaghetti with a creamy mushroom sauce--more pasta please!
I finally got around to making this recipe that I’ve had my eye on, and I had all of the ingredients on hand. Fantastico!
Now let's hop on over to the opposite end of the taste spectrum!
Remember when I made those raw energy truffles? The ones that reminded me of those delicious Ferrero Rocher chocolates? Well I decided to make some using dates, Bellagio’s gourmet white chocolate cocoa mix, dried strawberries, pistachios, and cashews. Each time I popped one into my mouth I smiled and wished that it could last forever! So satisfying and sweet. Yum!
Perfect for a lady!
(for Halloween I was inspired by the art noveau illustrations by Alphonse Mucha)
And for all sorts of other characters! (from Halloween)
So with that I just want to let you all know that I am back in the swing of things, and I can blog again! There’s no way I would disappear on you guys for forever. Expect some flashbacks and other exciting surprises that I can’t wait to share with everybody. I’m so excited to click the post button! I haven’t done this in awhile! 1… 2… 3… AH!
Oh joy!!!!! I think I just screamed when I saw you pop up in my reader. Oh my dear love, how I’ve missed you! I had a feeling you were going through some things and I want you to know that no matter what you are going through, there is nothing you should half to handle all by yourself. You always have me!!!!!!
I missed you girl! Welcome back and please don’t leave for so long again. 
oh my gosh!! I was just about to go off – and then saw your update!
You have no idea how I (and possibly many others) have been longing for your new post full of creativity & delicious eats!
Hope there’s more coming up soon!
HOLLAAAAAA!!!!!!
You and I talk often, so you know I’m 100% behind you and am glad that you’re taking good care
I have missed you so much and Im so happy to see you are doing well!
LOVE the hair thing! Its beautiful!!!
Love ya girl!!!! xoxo Yay your back!!! Hugs!!!!!!!!!!
Hi My name`s Kira
Im Australian but am living in Japan
I recently started reading your blog and I love all your food creations!!!
I know this is weird but have you ever modelled for the fashion brand H&M?
Its just that there was an add on a billboard and the person modelling looked exactly like you! sorry about this random comment
SO glad to see you back alive and kicking girlie
What a wonderful way to start the new year 
welcome back!!! uve been missed a whole lot! i love u and am so glad things are turning around. if u ever need anything im here…in nylol
so nice to see you blogging again!!!! yay!! i miss your blog posts =) i’m sorry that these past few months have been difficult… they have been very difficult for me too so i can relate, especially to the part about sharing burdens with friends (love the Beatles reference btw!). its difficult for me to be vulnerable with people but ive learned how much sharing (Esp with my mom and sis) is almost like self-soothing or self-therapy.
my favorite food is TOAST!!!!! (almond butter + sweet potatoes are up there too) there is not much in the world that beats buttered toast…. yum. ive recently tried butter made from goat milk and WHOAH its a kick!!
hallo meine suesse!
So good to hear from you! I just want you to know that if you need to talk you can always write to me or call me on skype. Ich bin immer fuer dich da meine maus!
I am loving the parsley pesto. I actually have an amazing recipe for you for a pea spread. Trust me it is out of this world. I’ll FB nessage you it if you like
xxx
hab dich lieb
Oh its so nice to see / read ?? you blogging again
i was so happy to see thi pop up in my google reader (its fi, just im starting a new blog at the mo 
).
looking forward to many more posts from you and matilda!! xxx im off to get some buttered toast, mmmmm. x
Welcome back!
I was so happy to see your post appear in Google Reader! I’m looking forward to more of your posts. And buttered toast, strangely enough.
welcome back! i can’t wait to read what’s been going on! i’ve been “unplugged since before christmas” and my google reader is overflowing! i have to say, it was lovely to tech-detox and spend tons of time with friends and family
Hummus w/ horseradish = genius. And you can never go wrong with buttered toast!
Welcome back beautiful!
Oh Katharina, I am so sorry that the past couple months have been tough. Learning how to pick good friends always takes a while, but I’m happy to hear that you’ve found some good ones that you can truly trust
A yogurt mess with a side of buttered toast sounds absolutely delicious right now! Such a simple breakfast, that I have totally forgotten about!! I actually have a banana french toast recipe bookmarked… so thanks for the reminder!
So happy that you’re back! xo
Wahoo, you’re back! So glad to read about your food adventures again
I am in love with that head-piece.
I knew you were staging a comeback! YAYYYYYY!!!!
Yayy you’re back! When I saw your comment on my blog I got excited! I definitely love making hummus at home too. Ooh and raw desserts, especially little truffles! Yum yumm
glad you are back! i’ve missed you!
I am so glad you’re back
As I told you already on my blog, in the comment section 
Can’t wait to here more about your past few months!
Yay! So happy to see a blog post from you. Welcome back!
Sorry things have been difficult the past few months, I hope things get better soon!
Katharina! I’ve missed your blog!! The eats look amazing as always, send some of that risotto my way please!
So excited to see this post in my google reader!
I’m sorry to hear you’ve been having a rough patch in your life – but know that it’s just that, a patch, a short blurb of time in your long and abundant life. Things will get better my dear and if you need to chat – I’m a phone call (or walk) away!!
Happy New Year my lady.
Hey Katharina
I was so happy to see your name come up when you first posted this a few days ago! I don’t comment as much as I used to, so I’m obviously a bit slow… but just thought I’d say I’m happy to see you are alive & doing well, and still creating possibly the most unique foodisms across the blogosphere. (If food reflects personality, then apparently I am saying you are one of the most unique persons I have ever come across! 
Yay I am so excited to have your blog back in my life!
i’ve missed you so! your food just makes me smile, your style makes me happy, your wonderful sense of life makes me inspired – i am SOOOOOOO glad you are back in my reader!
happy day to you!!!