I REALLY need to get in the habit of being attached to my camera because it would have come in handy this weekend. I went to Long Island to visit/plan/hang-out with my partners/advisors, Dr. Peter Bongiorno and Dr. Pina LoGiudice (and their precious 13 month old baby girl- Sophia). It is always inspiring to get together with them. I learn so much, but best of all, our conversations usually shifts my perspective slightly, opening my eyes to new possibilities for Nourish This.
Equally inspiring on this particular visit was our deliciously authentic take-out! We debated about whether we would go to the grocery store and prepare lunch ourselves or if we should order take-out from either a Turkish or Indian restaurant... as soon as Peter and Pina mentioned Masala Dosas (which I had never tried before) both of their eyes lit up so bright I could hardly resist finding out what was so exciting! Well, the pancakes came and they were HUGE, super thin and sort of stretchy... maybe I am not making them sound as appealing as they were! They are made from lentil and garbanzo bean flours (are gluten-free) and taste terrifically light and tender. They came with curried potato and onion as well as a few dipping options (what looked like a cilantro pesto of sorts, a spicy tomato based sauce and tomato chutney). I am not sure if we ordered this separately, but it also came with a cold coconut spread, a slightly lighter and chunkier consistency than hummus-which I adored.
Peter explained that in ayurvedic medicine, the idea is to eat a variety in each meal, both sweet and savory, warm and cold, etc. In doing so, the body is being completely satisfied... interesting thought. I have to say I was definitely full and satisfied but not uncomfortably stuffed after that amazing lunch.
Like I said... should have taken a picture :( Next time, I promise!
ps- Pina found this photo for me on http://www.indianfoodforever.com/snacks/masala-dosa.html, so there ya go!
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