Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Gluten Free Vegan Menu for delivery Friday, June 24

Hello wonderful folks!

I have not been as good about posting the menu on the blog as I'd like to be. My apologies for that! If you want to be among the first to know, please email me at rathercraftymary@gmail.com and I will be sure to add you to the list of folks I email with the menu as soon as it is ready!

Here is the menu for delivery this Friday, June 24. Please email me with orders by midnight tonight to schedule delivery on Friday. Thank you so much!

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SOUP:

Chilled Watermelon-Ginger Soup! $7

PLATES:

Raw Sprouted Sunflower Seed Hummus. With carrots and celery, of course! $9

Dirty Rice: Brown basmati rice mixed with colorful veggies and homemade rice-oat crumbles. Stuffed into a roasted Acorn Squash half. $10

Golden Potatoes stuffed with Butternut Squash. Served with Cultured Cashew Creme $9

Mushroom Pizza! With Red Sauce and Cashew Mozzarella $10

Quinoa Salad with Serrano-Citrus Dressing and Pumpkin Seeds over Lovely Greens $10

BAKERY:

Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Sandwiches, with Chocolate Frosting between! AMAZING! $7 for a pair of cookie sandwiches.

Blueberry Muffins. If my lips are purple when you see me next, you'll know I've been hitting the blueberries! Yums! $9 half dozen, $16 dozen.

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Please let me know if you have any allergies or sensitivities! I do not use wheat or other gluten-containing grains. I do not use peanuts or soy. I do not use dairy, egg, or any other animal products. I DO use certified organic nuts, seeds, fruits, veggies, and non-gluten
whole grains.

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I look forward to seeing you all soon!

Love,
Chef Mary
Your favorite vegan personal chef!

Friday, June 10, 2011

Rather Crafty GF Vegan Menu for Tuesday, June 14

Dearest Wonderful Folks,

What a great week!

And what crazy weather it's been! It should cool off a bit through the
weekend, though.

The coming week should be action-packed too. This weekend is Boston
LGBT Pride! And the Boston Bruins are halfway through the Stanley Cup
Final, which I'm told by people with TVs is a Really Big Deal. In
honor of the Bruins, we have some lovely Bruins-color-scheme items
down in the Bakery section. Scroll down to check it out!

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SOUP:

Chunky Vegetable Stew! $6

PLATES:

Raw Sprouted Sunflower Seed Hummus. With carrots and celery, of course! $9

Pizza with Almond Bechamel Sauce, Roasted Vegetables, and Thyme. (If
you are eggplant-averse, just let me know, and you'll get extras of
other veg instead of the eggplant!) $10

Raw Pad Thai Salad! Yum! Fresh, homemade coconut milk, raw almond
butter, chiles, and cilantro dress your salad - either with Asian Rice
Noodles for $10 or ALL RAW with lots of colorful veggie ribbons for
$11. Please specify your preference!

Greek Quinoa Salad with Cucumber, Tomato, and Kalamata Olives in a
Lemon-Parsley Dressing! Over crisp Romaine. $10

Baked Mac and Vegan Cheese! Gluten free brown rice shell pasta,
smothered in the creamiest of (cashew-based, from scratch) sauces, and topped with
GF homemade herbed bread crumbs. With a side of greens du jour. Yum!
$10

BAKERY:

Purple Sticky Rice dressed in the colors of the Boston Bruins: Black,
Gold, and White! Blackberries, Golden Mango, and Creamy White Coconut
Milk adorn the purply-black sticky rice and take it to Stanley Cup
Perfection! $7

Bruins Muffins: (Actually the ever-popular Buckwheat Banana Chocolate
Chip Muffins.) Did you know that until 1939 the Bruins wore brown and
yellow? $9 half dozen, $16 dozen

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As always, everything I prepare for you is vegan, and naturally free of allergens of animal origin. I do not use wheat or other gluten-containing grains, nor do I use soy or peanut. I DO use tree nuts and seeds in some, but not all, dishes. If you or someone with whom you will be sharing has an allergy or sensitivity, please let me know!

It helps me a lot if you return last week's containers. Plus, it helps us all walk a little more lightly on the Earth!

Please place orders by midnight, Sunday night for delivery on Tuesday, June 14. I deliver within greater Boston - currently Boston, Cambridge, Brookline, and Somerville. Please email rathercraftymary@gmail.com to place an order or ask me just about anything!

Thank you so much!

Love and sunshine,

Chef Mary

Sunday, June 5, 2011

Beautiful Vegan Menu for delivery Tuesday, June 7

SOUP

Broccoli, Spinach, and Potato! Yay for colorful soups! $6

PLATES

Lovely Raw Hummus made from Sprouted Sunflower Seeds. Served with
Crunchy Carrots and Celery to Dip! $9

Herbed Amaranth with Lightly Steamed Broccoli and Pecans. $10

A Totally Different Pizza! I had so much fun with this week's pizza,
that I'm making a totally different one next week! White Pizza, topped
with Caramelized Vidalia Onions, Balsamic Figs, Baby Spinach, Fresh
Rosemary, and lovely Cultured Cashew Cheese! I'm so excited about this
one! (If you don't like figs, I can sub a balsamic reduction without figs
for you! Just let me know!) $10

Millet Salad with Dried Apricots, Sweet Potatoes, and Almonds over
Lovely, Fresh Greens. So popular last time! Yum! $10

Hedgehog Potatoes with Spanish Romesco Sauce. Potatoes are cut in
a way that they resemble hedgehogs. Sauce has tomato, roasted red pepper,
fresh herbs, paprika, and almonds. Adorable and delicious! $10

BAKERY

Buckwheat, Applesauce, and Dried Plums. Mmmmmm! $9 half dozen, $16 dozen.

Chocolate Hazelnut Spread! YUM! Kind of like certain other chocolate
hazelnut spreads, except it's mostly raw, and entirely vegan,
soy-free, and made from scratch! Served with a lovely (GF, vegan) cream scone to
spread it on. $9

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As always, most ingredients are certified organic. I try to use local
ingredients whenever I can.

Everything I make for you is vegan, healthy, and delicious! Because it
is all vegan, it is naturally free of common allergens fish,
shellfish, eggs, and dairy. I never use wheat or other gluten
ingredients. I also never use soy, peanut, or other legumes. I DO use
nuts and seeds in some recipes, but can leave them out of most if you
prefer. If you have any kind of allergy or sensitivity, please let me
know!

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I look forward to seeing you soon!

Love and deliciousness,
Chef Mary

Friday, May 27, 2011

GF Vegan Menu for delivery Wednesday, June 1!

Hello and Happy Memorial Day!

This weekend, we remember family and friends we have lost, especially those who served in the military. Many of you will celebrate on Monday by grilling up some veggie patties or having a picnic! I will be at the restaurant cooking brunch Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. So I will cook for you Tuesday and deliver WEDNESDAY! Delivery this week is Wednesday and Friday!

Today I mixed up a test batch of vegan Mozzarella and it was pretty yummy, so I decided to make you pizza next week! Yum!

Without further ado, here's the menu!

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SOUP

Curried Carrot Soup $6

PLATES

Seaweed Salad with Sesame and Brown Rice $9

Raw Carrot-Ginger Pate, rolled up in Nori sheets with Baby Spinach $9

Raw Sunflower Seed Hummus with Carrots and Celery to Dip $9

Gluten Free Pizza with Cultured Vegan Cashew "Mozzarella di Bufala," Roasted Garlic, and Roasted Red Peppers $10

Quinoa Salad with Almonds, Avocados, and Dried Cherries over Greens. This one was so popular last time I had to make it again! $10

BAKERY

Chocomole! The most amazing raw vegan chocolate mousse around. With a dollop of Agave Vanilla Cashew Creme. $7

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins! Yum! $9 half dozen, $16 full dozen

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Please let me know if you have any allergies or sensitivities! I do not use wheat or other gluten-containing grains. I do not use peanuts or soy. I do not use dairy, egg, or any other animal products. I DO use certified organic nuts, seeds, fruits, veggies, and non-gluten whole grains. Not every dish has nuts or grains; just ask!

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I always appreciate it when you return containers! It helps keep prices reasonable, and it helps keep the earth clean too!

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Please order by midnight, Monday, May 30 for delivery on Wednesday, June 1. I will deliver to Boston (including Roslindale,) Cambridge, Somerville, and Brookline! Place orders by emailing rathercraftymary@gmail.com Thanks!

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Have a beautiful weekend, and I look forward to seeing you next week!

Love and picnics,
Chef Mary

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Gluten Free Vegan Menu for delivery Friday 5/27!

Happy Tuesday evening!

First things first: Next week is Memorial Day! Because of the holiday, I will be cooking brunch at the restaurant on Monday. This means our delivery schedule is altered slightly. Next week, I will deliver a full menu on WEDNESDAY and FRIDAY, instead of the usual Tuesday and Friday schedule. Thank you so much for your understanding! (Yes, I will deliver to both sides of the river - Boston, Cambridge, Somerville, and Brookline, both days!)

I hope everyone is enjoying this week's menu as much as I am! Now it is time to think about ordering for Friday delivery!

Please place orders by Wednesday night at midnight, if you can. (Honestly, though, if your order is in by Thursday morning around 10, it's probably ok!) Email orders to rathercraftymary@gmail.com

Thank you so much!

Love,
Chef Mary

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SOUP

Mushroom Noodle Soup! Sauteed Crimini Mushrooms and Tinkyada GF Organic Brown Rice Pasta, in a rich Shiitake Mushroom Broth $6

PLATES

Sprouted Sunflower Seed Hummus! With carrots and celery to dip, of course! $9

Baba Ghannouj! Roasted Eggplant Dip with Sesame Tahini, Lemon, and Fresh Parsley. Served with Roasted Local Potatoes. $9

Dirty Rice: Brown Basmati rice mixed with colorful veggies, herbs, and spices, and homemade rice-oat crumbles. Stuffed into a roasted Acorn Squash half. $10

Millet-Veggie Cakes! Served with a side of Lemon-Parsley-Walnut Pesto. $10

Quinoa Salad with Pumpkin Seeds, with Tangerine-Serrano Chile Dressing over Beautiful Fresh Greens $10

BAKERY

Fig Molasses Muffins. $10 half dozen, $18 full dozen

Tapioca Pudding! Made with Almond Milk and plenty of Vanilla. $6

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As always, most ingredients are certified organic. I try to use locally grown ingredients when I can!

Everything is vegan, which means there are no animal products. I use no soy, peanut, wheat, or gluten ingredients. When I use oats, they are certified GF, and I always list them in the item description! I do use nuts and seeds, but not in every dish. Please let me know if you
have any allergies or sensitivities!

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Looking forward to seeing you all soon!

Love,
Chef Mary

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

GF Vegan Personal Chef Menu for Delivery Friday, May 20

Hello hello!

It is already Tuesday evening! That means you have received your first order of the week, and it is time to think about what you would like for the second order! Please place orders by Wednesday night at midnight (that's tomorrow night!) and I will deliver to you wherever you are in Boston, Cambridge, Brookline or Somerville on Friday!

Maybe the tropical Thai flavors of fresh coconut, mangos, and chiles will chase away the chill, and bring back the lovely warm springtime! In the meantime, the Chunky Veggie Stew will warm your bones.

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SOUP:

By popular demand, Chunky Veggie Stew! $6

PLATES:

The Classic: Raw Sprouted Sunflower Seed Hummus with Carrots and Celery to Dip $9

The variation: GREEN hummus! A delicious departure from the original, with Broccoli, Zucchini, and a dash of Cumin. With crunchy veggies to dip. $9

Herbed Amaranth, with Steamed Broccoli and Pecans. Made with a rich homemade veggie broth! $10

Pad Thai Salad! Dressing is made with homemade almond butter, fresh coconut milk, chiles, and cilantro. Tossed with Asian rice noodles, over greens $10

For a 100% RAW version of the Pad Thai Salad, sub veggie ribbons instead of the rice noodles! So good! $11

Nori Caesar Wraps: Fresh shredded greens, carrots, and home grown broccoli sprouts, wrapped up in sheets of Nori with mostly-raw, all vegan Caesar dressing to dip. Broccoli sprouts are one of the healthiest foods you can eat, and they are also one of the most delicious! Served with a Grillo's pickle on the side! $9

BAKERY:

Purple Sticky Rice with Coconut Milk, garnished with Fresh Mango and Blackberries $6

Banana Buckwheat Chocolate Chip Muffins! $9 half dozen, $16 dozen

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Please let me know if you have any allergies or sensitivities! I do not use wheat or other gluten-containing grains. I do not use peanuts or soy. I do not use dairy, egg, or any other animal products. I DO use certified organic nuts, seeds, fruits, veggies, and non-gluten whole grains.

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Please order by midnight, Wednesday, May 18 for delivery on Thursday, May 20. Thanks!

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I look forward to seeing you all soon!

Love,
Mary
Your GF, Vegan Personal Chef

Friday, May 13, 2011

Gluten Free Vegan Menu for Delivery Tuesday 5/17. Raw Pad Thai Salad! Yum!

Good afternoon!

This week's menu was absolutely delicious! I just had some potato leek
soup for lunch. Yum! It really is great hot or cold, if I say so
myself!

On to next week! I felt so inspired as I was designing these dishes. I
hope you love them as much as I do!

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SOUP:

Back by popular demand, Chunky Veggie Stew! $6

PLATES:

The Classic: Raw Sprouted Sunflower Seed Hummus with Carrots and
Celery to Dip $9

The variation: GREEN hummus! A delicious departure from the original,
with Broccoli and Zucchini blended right in. With crunchy veggies to
dip. Zoe's favorite! $9

Herbed Amaranth, with Steamed Broccoli and Pecans. So delicious, not
to mention rich in protein, iron, and other essential minerals and
nutrients! $10

Raw Pad Thai Salad! Sauce made with homemade raw almond butter, from
organic, unpasteurized almonds, chiles, and cilantro. Tossed with
Asian rice noodles, over greens $10

For a 100% RAW version of the Pad Thai Salad, sub veggie ribbons
instead of the rice noodles! So good! $11

Nori Caesar Wraps: Fresh shredded greens, carrots, and home grown
broccoli sprouts, wrapped up in sheets of Nori with mostly-raw, all
vegan Caesar dressing to dip. Broccoli sprouts are one of the
healthiest foods you can eat, and they are also one of the most
delicious! Served with a Grillo's pickle on the side! $9

BAKERY:

Purple Sticky Rice with Coconut Milk, garnished with Fresh Mango $6

Banana Buckwheat Chocolate Chip Muffins! $9 half dozen, $16 dozen

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Please let me know if you have any allergies or sensitivities! I do
not use wheat or other gluten-containing grains. I do not use peanuts
or soy. I do not use dairy, egg, or any other animal products. I DO
use certified organic nuts, seeds, fruits, veggies, and non-gluten
whole grains.

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Please order by midnight, Sunday, May 15, for delivery on Tuesday, May
17. Order by emailing me at rathercraftymary@gmail.com

Thanks!

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A note about the summer: I WILL continue delivering all summer! That's
when some of the best produce comes out of the farmers' markets. How
could I stop?

I know many of you are teachers, and you may be wondering how your
summers will go. Well, I deliver ALL OVER the Boston/Cambridge area,
even as far as Arlington and West Roxbury. I would love to keep
cooking for you, your friends, and your neighbors all summer! So keep
spreading the word, and I'll keep cooking for you!

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I hope everyone is able to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather we
are experiencing today. It is absolutely stunning! One last, but very
important note: today is my sister Jane's birthday! Happy birthday
Jane!

Love,
Mary
Your Personal Chef