FUNdamentals of Raw Living Foods

I’ve finally made my why up to the Living Light Inn after an eventful bus journey from Sonoma Country Airport in a very small rickety old bus brim full with passengers and suitcases (half of which were Living Light students), down windy roads though hills and dense forest. We finally arrive in Fort Bragg, which looks like a very traditional looking American town in the middle of nowhere. Everyone here seems incredibly friendly and helpful. Cars slow down for you when crossing the road. It seems pedestrians here have more priority than cars and this makes a nice change.

There is definably a buzz in the air. Everyone here is really excited about raw food and what the courses offer. Some are here for the weekend others, like me, are here for much longer. So far we have completed the weekend FUNdamentals course that gives a basic overview of raw foods. This includes food demonstrations, tasting and practical information. We have all been given a large binder with our own names on it packed with information.

Delicious raw food is provided throughout the day including smoothes, salads, cake and pasta. Most of the food served is related to the recipes demonstrated throughout the day. So it gives us a chance to taste the food and socialise at the same time!

The founder Cherie Soria looks incredible fit, healthy and looks nowhere near her age of 61. She certainly demonstrates her boundless energy teaching us all in class. A pure example of what living raw foods can do and she shows herself off on the front cover of her new book ‘Raw Revolution Diet’. I solute her!

I’m looking forward to the next chapter of this course where we will be bringing out our chef coats and hats. Tomorrow will be learning about knife skills where I will need much guidance. I can’t wait!