What do YOU feed your child? PICTURES PLEASE!

[Raene]

Hmm. Do you know where that article is? Unless I'm remembering incorrectly (entirely possible) I remember her saying that children should not be raw b/c it makes people more sensitive and children are already sensitive enough.

[rawstrength]

http://shazzie.com/raw/articles/raw_...children.shtml

[Raene]

Different article, but good none-the-less.

I may be thinking of an interview that Revvell did then. This is definitely completely different info.

[eachpeachpearplum]

I agree that Eat Smart Eat Raw is an all-around excellent book, and it includes many tips for kids. The British aspect of it does give a different approach. The only downside is the book doesn't use American measurements. Just how much is a teacup or a dessert spoon anyway?
I can't wait for Evie's Kitchen to come out in the U.S. I won't be having any kids for a while, but I want to be prepared to bring them up raw and healthy when the time comes. Plus, I'm still a kid (kind of) and those pictures of the recipes on the website look really yummy to me. Especially the "zebra" -- I love cute looking food!

Sorry yes the measurements can be a bit confusing to Americans. We are a British-American family so it does not pose a problem for us.

A teacup is about a 6oz cup and a dessertspoon is more like a big Tablespoon.

Cheers, EPPP

[RawYogini]

WONDERFUL THREAD!

Can anyone recommend a good bread recipe for kids? A sweet one and a savory one? Thanks!

[eachpeachpearplum]

WONDERFUL THREAD!

Can anyone recommend a good bread recipe for kids? A sweet one and a savory one? Thanks!

I have posted a few around her somewhere I will have a look!:)

[eachpeachpearplum]

WONDERFUL THREAD!

Can anyone recommend a good bread recipe for kids? A sweet one and a savory one? Thanks!

OK, You got me on a roll! I have just done a large Bread 101 thread in the main recipe section. Have a look. My kids like all of these.

http://www.rawfoodtalk.com/showthrea...d=1#post488233

Cheers,

EPPP

[eachpeachpearplum]

I just HAD to bring this to your attention. Shazzie has brought out a raw kids book called Evie's Kitchen. Don't think it's avaiable here in the US yet; mine is coming from across the pond. Given how great Shazzie's info is I strongly recommend this one.

http://www.detoxyourworld.com/acatal...s_kitchen.html

Please at least have a look at this link; scroll down. She has about 25 stunning colour photos of Evie's favorite foods. I love showing my kids raw food pics at it really gets them interested in trying it!

Years ago I had asked Alissa if she had considered bring out a raw kids book but understandably she didnt feel right doing one given she specializes in raw for adults!

Enjoy,

EPPP

PS: I just wanted to add this from an earlier post in this thread. Kate Wood is Shazzie's best friend:

I would strongly recommend Kate Wood's book Raw Living & her other book Eat Smart Eat Raw. She is British (with several young 100% raw children) and so offers recipes that Americans dont natuarlly think of; just a different approach. My kids love her Roasted Nuts among many others. She has a great website if you cannot get her book here in the US. www.rawliving.co.uk. Her book is not designed as a kids book but offers so much for kids. Her dips are super nutrient packed.

UPDATE:

OK, I have recieved the two latest books metioned above from Shazzie & Kate - WOW!

Lush colour pics for each recipe. Shazzies Evie's Kitchen is THE BEST raw kid book hands down. Get it! Not sold on Amazon must get it from Shazzie in the UK.

EPPP

[GoingtoRAW]

eachpeachpearplum - MAY I COME AND LIVE WITH YOU? WILL YOU BE MY MOMMY TOO? Your food looks so delicious, so yummy! I still eat very simply raw partically because I am too lazy to make dishes that call for processing or dehydrating. Even when I ate cooked I didn't like to make anything that called for a recipe with a lot of ingredients. Just looking at your dishes is making my mouth water. I wish I could get my kids to eat like that. My precious son is the only one who will touch any of the raw prepared dishes I buy from my favorite raw food store where we live. In fact, sometimes I have to hide things from him because I will got to get something that I have purchased and he will have eaten it all!

[MaineMomof4]

EPPP what exactly does soaking the oat groats do when you're making the Fig bars? I was wondering if it would make a difference in the recipe if I didn't soak them and just ground them into powder with my coffee grinder? Does soaking them make them super smooth in the recipe? Sorry for all the questions just seems like a long time to soak and I was wondering if it some how makes a difference if you don't soak them? The fig bars look so yummy but unfortunately I don't have any figs right now =(

[klomasius]

EPPP, thanks so much for the review of Evie's Kitchen.

I'm aiming to get this as stock for my little market business and am dying to order it (just can't yet as budget wont permit me). Good to hear an experienced raw parent gives it the thumbs up.

Also, have you read Baby Greens by Michaela Lynn? If so can you give me your opinion on that one?

I'd like to get that one in stock, but I'm really wanting some kids books for ideas and helpful tips for my own son.

THANKS!

[eachpeachpearplum]

EPPP what exactly does soaking the oat groats do when you're making the Fig bars? I was wondering if it would make a difference in the recipe if I didn't soak them and just ground them into powder with my coffee grinder? Does soaking them make them super smooth in the recipe? Sorry for all the questions just seems like a long time to soak and I was wondering if it some how makes a difference if you don't soak them? The fig bars look so yummy but unfortunately I don't have any figs right now =(

Hi,

Sorry about the late reply. I always wish we could be notified if someone posts to a thread you have written!

So about the oat groats. The difference is in taste and mouth feel/textures. When you soak them they become so delicious you can eat them as is. My 8yr old daughter loves a bowl of whole 5 day soaked oat groats for breakfast with raisins & cinnamon!

Sorry to digress. So when soaked they become sweet & soft/chewy as if they have been cooked. When they are not soaked they are dull with a floury/grainy in texture like uncooked flour. I know it's a pain but really worth it! I cannot remember how long the soaking time is for the fig newtons but for my daughters oatmeal it's five days!

Is it difficult to find dried figs in your area? If so I am happy to send you a bag

Cheers,

EPPP

[eachpeachpearplum]

EPPP, thanks so much for the review of Evie's Kitchen.

I'm aiming to get this as stock for my little market business and am dying to order it (just can't yet as budget wont permit me). Good to hear an experienced raw parent gives it the thumbs up.

Also, have you read Baby Greens by Michaela Lynn? If so can you give me your opinion on that one?

I'd like to get that one in stock, but I'm really wanting some kids books for ideas and helpful tips for my own son.

THANKS!

Hi,

I have actually just lent all my "raw kids" books to a friend who is about to have a baby! I will be getting them back soon and will let you know what I have and think.

Yes I do have Michaela Lynn's book. She is actaully an active member here. I know that somewhere on one of my threads in this section I revieved all my kid book I will have to think where.

I will get back to via a personal note. How old is your son?

EPPP

OK I have had a look and I did mention some of the books in post 103 of this thread. I will still have a look out for others I have.

[Fee]

I have Shazzie's book (and although I don't have a family yet and we are starting IVF) I think it is a great book and I love the recipes for myself. The sandwich bread recipe is so simple and quick and roastly veg are outstanding. I was lucky enough to get my copy as soon as they were published and to get it signed by Shazzie. The pictures are beautiful and this helps so much.

[eachpeachpearplum]

I have Shazzie's book (and although I don't have a family yet and we are starting IVF) I think it is a great book and I love the recipes for myself. The sandwich bread recipe is so simple and quick and roastly veg are outstanding. I was lucky enough to get my copy as soon as they were published and to get it signed by Shazzie. The pictures are beautiful and this helps so much.

I love Shazzie's books and her fab 3 disc DVD series. Have you tried Kates new superfoods book, Raw Magic too? It's great to get other opinions! Good luck on the IVF; I have a friend in Bucks who has FIVE beautiful healthy IVF children, I shall send happy thoughts your way!

EPPP