First, I’d like to extend a HUGE thank you to Nomi Shannon and her publisher (Books Alive) for not only sending me two of Nomi’s books to review and enjoy for many years to come, but for also generously sponsoring a contest here at Healing with (Raw) Juices, so one of you can also add both books to your raw food library and enjoy more creative raw foods!

“I embraced a 100% raw food program, and over a matter of several weeks said good riddance to fibromyalgia, hypoglycemia, mood swings, allergic sinusitis, digestive disorders, including acid reflux, and in time rid myself of candida (a systemic yeast infection that has multiple symptoms). My physical, emotional and mental energy was so high I had never experienced anything like it. It would be a lie to say that, in my mid-forties, I felt as though I were in my twenties again. I had never felt as good in my twenties.”–Nomi Shannon

How inspiring is that?! Oh my goodness, what an honor for me to be given the amazing opportunity to review not one but TWO of Nomi Shannon’s books! Let’s focus on just one of those books today.

The Raw Gourmet is a delicious UN-cook book. From bright, beautiful photos of RAWsome dishes to health information about various ingredients, you’ll take away much more from this book than tons of new recipes to try.

Nomi Shannon, the author of this fantabulous book, is a Raw Foodist, Gourmet Chef, and a true source of encouragement for anyone who is suffering from health issues, who is looking to clean up their diet.Nomi has been 100% raw since 1987, when she was first introduced to raw foods as a complete lifestyle.

Even if you aren’t looking to convert to a 100% raw food lifestyle, you can benefit from this raw recipe book. You can use the raw recipes Nomi shares as snacks or side dishes alongside your cooked foods if you’re simply wanting to incorporate more raw/healthy foods into your diet. Or you can start creating these raw recipes if you’re wanting to transition to a high-raw or 100% raw food lifestyle. And you don’t have to be a Raw Foodist to enjoy tasty raw desserts. Either way, you can’t go wrong and you’ll enjoy these yummy rawlicious dishes!

Gorgeous Cover Design!

Sneak Peek

I knew you’d be trying to imagine what is hidden in the pages of Nomi’s book. So, I thought I’d give you a sneak peek! I took a few photos of the inside, of a few dishes and sections. See for yourself!

Asian Pâté Stuffed Peppers

Raw Desserts

Raw Cabbage Rolls

Veggie Salads

Raw Juices and More!

Yum!

See, I told you there are TONS of fantabulous photos and super healthy raw recipes for you to try. I think it’ll take you a looooooooooong time to wade through all these recipes!

Table of Contents

Want to know what all you’ll learn from this book? Check it out!

Chapter 1. The Basics

Here, Nomi teaches lays the foundation of raw foods. She explains the benefits of eating raw, living food and why you should choose organic. In this chapter, she also shares how for you to make the best use of this book, how to prepare raw foods, and lists ten raw food kitchen essentials.

Chapter 2. Breakfast

Learn to be creative with your raw breakfasts!

Chapter 3. Juices and Blended Drinks

Discover a whole new world of drinks: raw nut milks, grain milks, smoothies, green juices, and other juices.

Chapter 4. Salads and Vegetables

Think salad is just a chopped head of lettuce with some puny carrots thrown on? Think again! Enter the beautiful, creative paradise of these salads: dehydrated, marinated, exotic, sprouted, green, and gourmet specialties!

Chapter 5. Fundamental Flavors

Learn how to make all sorts of neat raw gravies, dressings, soups, sauces, marinades, spreads, toppings, and dips.

Chapter 6. Entrees

Do you hesitate going raw because you love your meat? Check this out: You can prepare raw burgers, roll-ups, mousses, loaves, and also stuffed veggies.

Chapter 7. Desserts

Who doesn’t go crazy for dessert, huh? Love candy? Sauces? Cookies? Ice cream? Pie? Pudding? Snack bars? Sweet toppings? Dive in to this chapter and go wild!

Contest

Love how The Raw Gourmet sounds? You can win your very own copy! Yes, that’s right. But you have to be patient. Why? Because I’m not only giving away this book, I’m giving away a second book of Nomi’s, so this contest will be for a combo prize! You’ll win both books! In the next post, you’ll find a review for a book Nomi Shannon co-wrote: Raw Food Celebrations. You’ll never be left wondering what you can prepare/eat at a party or celebration again!

You’ll definitely want to stay tuned!

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