Here’s the new entry in my reading list and on Project Prosperity Bookshop, a book that I recommend as a Christmas present for yourself, your friends and family, a precious gift to start the new year with fresh and empowering energy: “Crazy Sexy Kitchen: 150 Plant-Empowered Recipes to Ignite a Mouthwatering Revolution” by Kris Carr.
For those of you who do not know Kris, she is a beautiful lady who in 2003 was diagnosed a very rare form of cancer. That was a true wake-up call for Kris and this is what she says about it: “My wake-up call encouraged me to make a total lifestyle upgrade inside and out. It taught me how to listen to my brilliant inner guide, brought me back to nature (my church), the garden and kitchen (my pharmacies), and connected me more deeply with the people and animals who set my heart ablaze. I learned that a nutrient dense, plant-passionate diet rules, the Standard American Diet destroys (everything), stress sucks (all life-force), exercise is non-negotiable (great for your head, heart, cells and ass-ets), joy is utterly contagious, and having fun must be taken very seriously.”
Her life journey inspired her five books and a film documentary “Happy Sexy Cancer” that’s been aired on TLC and The Oprah Winfrey Network: OWN.
“Crazy Sexy Kitchen” is more than just a cookbook: it’s organized in courses: the first course is an overview of the Crazy Sexy Diet (raw food is the main foundation of the diet). The second and third courses are mini-cooking classes (for those of us who are not real experts in the kitchen 
). The fourth course is where the recipes are found and include sample menus:
I’m sure here you will find a lot of inspiration for you Christmas and New Year special menus!
You also find very interesting alternatives for those with food sensitivities, allergies, dietary restrictions.
Click here can get your copyof Kris’ book or click the image above.
I wish you all a New Happy, Sexy, Crazy, Healthy Christmas and 2013 full of prosperity in your kitchen, business, body, mind and spirit!
To your prosperity
Andrea Hameed December 21, 2012 at 5:45 pm
Enjoyed reading this very much. Thank you so much
Paola December 21, 2012 at 5:52 pm
Thank you Adrea for stopping by. I’m glad you enjoyed my post!
Tonya Sheridan December 21, 2012 at 6:20 pm
This looks like a wonderful recipe book! Having a career in the Mind/Body field for the past 25yrs has enabled me to see miraculous recoveries when mindset and a whole foods diet are combined. Thank you for sharing this beneficial book.
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Paola December 21, 2012 at 6:43 pm
Thank you Tonya. I strongly believe in the mind and body (therefore, diet) connection! This is a very nice book: Kris has a unique writing style and there are a lot of interesting tips and information in the book. I’ve tried some of the recipes myself: they are very tasty and different from the standard vegetarian ones. I’m sure you would enjoy reading it and trying some of the delicious menus!
Jacs Henderson December 21, 2012 at 7:04 pm
I have a plan to go more raw in 2013 and I will purchase this book Paola – but I’m in the UK – do you have a .co.uk amazon link?
Happy Holidays
Jacs
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Paola December 21, 2012 at 8:38 pm
Yes Jacs,
here you are: http://astore.amazon.co.uk/projecprospe-21/detail/1401941044
Keep me posted on how you’re doing with your raw diet!
Happy Holidays to you too!
Tracy December 21, 2012 at 9:18 pm
I love Kris Carr. I have her first book…Looking forward to her second. Thx for sharing this info. I wish more people ate like she teaches..including myself.
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Paola December 21, 2012 at 9:46 pm
Yes tracy, you’re right. I must say I’m not able to follow a completely raw diet either.However, I have given up dairy products completely and I feel much better. Thank you for your comment!
Suzanne December 21, 2012 at 10:28 pm
Kris Carr is such an inspiration. I have been following all of her Crazy Sexy stuff. Thanks for the share.
Andrea Hameed December 22, 2012 at 3:59 am
Had to re-read it again. And thanks for turning me on to Happy Sexy Cancer. Have a blessed holiday.
Paola December 22, 2012 at 9:02 am
So happy you enjoyed this post so much!Kris Carr is a very inspiring author. Have a blessed holiday too, Andrea!
Katy December 23, 2012 at 2:37 am
I read Kris’ book a year or so ago. I enjoyed hearing her story and admire all she’s done. More people need to realize how “in charge” (or at least when it comes to our thoughts) we can be and the power behind our words and our actions. I didn’t realize she had a cookbook out as well.
Nathalie Villeneuve December 23, 2012 at 4:27 am
Hello Paola, I will get this book and get to know more about Kris Carr. I am looking to make radical changes in my approach to better eating, exercise and lifestyle habits.
Happy Holidays…
Nathalie
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Paola December 23, 2012 at 9:51 am
I’m sure you will love this book Nathalie and Kris is really inspiring. Radical changes are on my list too! Well, this means that we may support each other in our journey towards better lifestyle and habits
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Happy Holidays to you too!
Paola December 23, 2012 at 10:00 am
Hi Katy,
you’re right: most people do not realize (or sometimes forget) how powerful their thoughts and the emotions accompanying their thoughts are! It’s not always easy to make shift in your thoughts, but when you do make it you definitely see the difference and realize that miracles do occur!
Kris’ book was published very recently, a couple of months ago. I enjoyed reading every page! I tried some of the recipes: very tasty and different from the usual vegetarian dishes. Some are perfect for a special Christmas menu too.
And speaking about Christmas, I wish you a blessed Christmas and a prosperous 2013!