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Instagram post 2198931439914034607_305816307 Will travel for food 🤤⁣ ⁣ My bestie Jen has been urging my husband and me to do a couples trip to Dubai for a few years now. I think this news may have just pushed me to say yes 😏⁣ ⁣ 🌱 @FourSeasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach is launching a separate plant-based menu this month. The menu is called Folia, which means 'from the leaves' in Latin, and was created by Chef Matthew Kenney in partnership with His Royal Highness Prince @KhaledAlwaleed.⁣ ⁣ Folia will also be presented as part of the @fsdubai Wellness Menu available in rooms and suites, and is designed for the #healthconscious traveller.⁣ ⁣ 👑 Ayyyy S/O to the Prince for this one, who is known for his environmentalism and vegan lifestyle.⁣ ⁣ 🍽 Does food ever play a role in where you decide to travel?⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #vegantraveller #vegantravels #vegantraveler #vegantravel #vegannews #plantbased #govegan #plantpower #happycow #plantbasedfood #veganworld #thinkvegan #plantpowered #veganrestaurant #vegancafe #veganismdaily #dubaivegan #vegandubai #mydubai #ilovedubai #fourseasons #fsdubai #dubaifoodie #dubaieats
Instagram post 2197291703566784424_305816307 My Top 3 Favorite Alternatives to Honey 🐝⁣ ⁣ 🍯 There are plenty of options available to sweeten your meals that are similar in taste and consistency to honey. So if you're looking for a tasty alternative that doesn't involve bees, here are my faves!⁣ ⁣ 1.) MAPLE SYRUP - It's not as thick as honey, but just as sweet. This is what I'm pouring on my vegan vanilla icecream in the photo. Maple syrup is a great option for your baked good recipes.⁣ ⁣ 2.) COCONUT NECTAR - Coconut nectar is mineral-rich and a good plant source of various B vitamins. This is a honey alternative that can be used in 1:1 ratio. I use it in my smoothies!⁣ ⁣ 3.) DATE SYRUP OR PASTE: When I was in Egypt I developed an obsession with dates. Lucky for me, you can find dates everywhere! You can make your own date paste and travel with it since it doesn't need to be refrigerated. However I found date syrup at my grocery store so I use that. ⁣ ⁣ FYI: I was told "Brown Rice Syrup" (and brown rice in general) is known to be problematic health-wise, so I wouldn't use this as a substitute if you see this at the grocery store. It's often listed as a honey substitute online, but I wouldn't risk it. ⁣ 💛 So those are my 3 favorite honey substitutes to help #SavetheBees - have you tried any of these?⁣ ⁣ 🌼 "Save the Bees" Tee: @theveganwarehouse ⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #beesofinstagram #pollinator #savethebee #savethebeessavetheworld #vegandessert #eatplants #nicecream #vegantreats #veganicecream #planteater #yumvegantreats #honeyalternative #canadianmaplesyrup #maplesyrup #brownricesyrup #datesyrup #datepaste #coconutnectar #vegan_veganfood #feedfeed #f52grams #eattherainbow #forksoverknives⁣ #whatveganseat
Instagram post 2196575136474209410_305816307 Rainbow Chard Mango Smoothie Bowl Recipe! 🌱😍 We talked about the crazy benefits of Swiss Chard and the plethora of ways you can incorporate it into your meals during the last #SuperfoodSundayChallenge. Today I used it to make a #superfood breakfast smoothie bowl. Chard has a strong earthy taste. So I made it sweeter with a variety of fruits and even a little coconut nectar. Here are the ingredients : CHARD & MANGO SMOOTHIE BOWL 🥬 1 cup chard leaves and chopped stems 🥭 1 cup frozen mangos 🍌 1 whole frozen banana 🥥 2-3 tbsp Coconut nectar OR Maple syrup 🥛 1/4 cup plant-based milk *add ice if desired I blended it and topped it with fresh mango, blueberries & shaved coconut. TIP: Or you can just make this as a green juice and down it in one gulp 😛 💚 Do you ever put veggies in your smoothies to add extra nutrients or do you mostly stick to fruits? ✮✮✮ . . . . . . #avidofood #smoothiebowls #smoothietime #veganhealth #veganiseasy #veganblogger #veganbowls #nicecream #breakfastbowl #rainbowchard #swisschard #superfoodrecipe #superfoodnutrition #superfoodideas #rawvegan #vegan_veganfood #feedfeed #f52grams #eattherainbow #forksoverknives #whatveganseat #plantbaseddiet #beautifulcuisines
Instagram post 2195886948588067318_305816307 Best Alternatives to Plastic Straws for Travelers ✨ I have a few different reusable options for cutlery and straws, and after trying several, I've identified which I like most for traveling.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ✈️ For those on the go, get something sturdy that comes in its own pouch so you can conveniently carry it in your pocket or purse.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 💚 MY TOP 3 TRAVEL FAVES:⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 1. #GlassStraws - Glass + travel sound like a recipe for disaster. But nah! Many modern glass straws are shatter-resistant, break-resistant, and usable in cold and hot temperatures.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 2. #BambooStraws - With the ability of bamboo to grow back so fast once cut down, it is a very sustainable option if it doesn't come from a country that is being heavily impacted by it. I have one that comes with a brush and it's easy to keep clean.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 3. #MetalStraws - For the luxe traveler who wants to look sleek while they sip 😆 I actually love using stainless steel straws at home. They look really chic.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 🎋 If you love straws, or in some cases, you may genuinely need them, try a reusable option! You can find these everywhere now - @grovecollaborative, @amazon, @target, @walmart, etc. Trust me, it's not just for hippies and VSCO girls 😛 It's becoming more mainstream, which is exciting news for eco enthusiasts.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 🍹 Have you found a good reusable straw option that you love?⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ #nowaste #sustainabletravel #sustainablelife #sustainableproducts #nostraws #reusablestraws #saynotoplasticstraws #zerowasteliving #savetheturtles #zerowastelifestyle #nomoreplastic #plasticfreeliving #straws #plasticfreeoceans #noplasticstraws #plasticstraws #stopusingplastic #sustainability #sustainablelifestyle #ecotravel #sustainabletourism #responsibletourism
Instagram post 2195518535965418453_305816307 My Smart Home Tech Tour video is finally up on YT! I show you 21 ideas for pimping your house out with energy efficient tech that'll save you time and money. ⁣ ⁣ 🏡 There are different aspects to building a sustainable home, and our main focus was energy efficiency. At least half of the tech I show in my video will help you reduce your energy consumption, which of course helps both your wallet and the planet.⁣ ⁣ 📃 This clip is just a glimpse, but here's the list of tech we've automated that you'll see in the full video:⁣ ⁣ 💡 Smart blinds, fans, laundry, vacuum, security cams, doorbell, thermostat, locks, fridge, lighting, speakers, wifi routers, outlets, displays, Google assistants, irrigation system, garage opener, robot lawnmower, and solar panels 🤗⁣ ⁣ 📱 What #smarttech do you want for Christmas? 🔗 to video in my IG stories.⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #smarthome #smarthomes #smarthometechnology #smarthometech⁣ #tech #technology #gadgets #instatech #techie #electronics #techy #tecnologia #smarttechnology #smarthome #womenintech #philipshue #newhome #newconstructionhome #sustainablehome #techtuesday #technologytuesday #techaddict #techblogger #sustainability
Instagram post 2194481533618886167_305816307 The #SuperFood of the week is rainbow chard! 🌈 Have you ever tried it? I challenge you to make something with it this week and here's why.⁣ ⁣ 🥬 Everyone these days raves about kale. But the real MVP here is chard and it doesn't get nearly as much love! I picked up this fresh, colorful batch yesterday.⁣ ⁣ SWISS CHARD FACTS:⁣ ⁣ ☆ WHAT IS IT: It's like a beet, minus the root and adds color to your meals!⁣ ⁣ ☆ TASTES LIKE: The leaves are mild, sweet, earthy, and slightly bitter. The stalks look like celery with a sweet taste slighly similar to beets. ⁣ ⁣ ☆ WHERE TO BUY: It's lurking in the veggie aisle of your grocery store, trying its best to compete with neighbors kale and spinach.⁣ ⁣ ☆ GOOD SOURCE OF: Calcium, magnesium, copper, zinc, sodium, phosphorus, iron, potassium, manganese, fiber, and vitamins A, C, E, + K⁣ ⁣ ☆ HEALTH BENEFITS: IT HELPS - Regulate blood sugar levels, prevent certain types of cancer, improve digestion, boost the immune system, reduce fever, combat inflammation, lower blood pressure, prevent heart diseases, increase bone strength, detoxify the body, and strengthen brain functioning.⁣ ⁣ 😆 Did I convince you to give it a try?⁣ ⁣ 💡 IDEAS FOR USING CHARD:⁣ 1. Add it to a green smoothie or juice.⁣ 2. Sauté it in a pan with your healthy oil of choice, salt, pepper, garlic, onions, thyme, and nutmeg.⁣ 3. The stems are edible too! Don't waste it! I chop mine up and Sauté them in olive oil, seasoned salt, pepper, fresh garlic, and herbs. I add it to stir fry dishes and veggie bowls.⁣ 4. Use it in a salad as a lettuce alternative.⁣ 5. Dish Ideas: Sweet Curry with Chard, Swiss Chard Linguine, Swiss Chard & White Bean Stew, Mushroom Lasagna w/ Chard, Pinto Bean & Swiss Chard Enchiladas, etc.⁣ ⁣ 🛒❗️ #SuperfoodSundayChallenge - Go grocery shopping this week, get some rainbow chard, and use it in a food or drink recipe! Tag me so I can share 🤗 ⁣ ⁣ ✨ What will you make? #SuperfoodSunday⁣
Instagram post 2194040532416850624_305816307 Just a few tips to keep in mind as you plan your holiday travels. Can you believe Christmas is 2 and a half weeks away already 😳⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ✈️ What's your best #zerowaste travel tip?⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #zerowasteliving #zerowastelifestyle #zerowastelife #plasticfreeliving #sustainabletourism #justtravel #responsibletourism #travelenjoyrespect #zerowastecollective #zerowastegoals #journeytozerowaste #greentips #zerowasteproducts #zerowastetips #sustainability #oneplanet #gogreen #sustainabletravel #ecotravel #zerowastetravel #zerowastetraveller #ecotips #wastefree #plasticfreeoceans
Instagram post 2193653338246185829_305816307 GIVEAWAY CLOSED! ⁣Congrats to @alliegee319 - Thank you to everyone who participated! _____________________________ ⁣ HOLIDAY GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎁 A vegan lifestyle doesn't end in the kitchen 😛 It's what we wear too!⁣ ⁣ So I've teamed up with @theveganwarehouse as their December Ambassador of the Month to give away a few of my fave #crueltyfree products (as seen in photo).⁣ ⁣ 💚 WHAT I'M GIVING AWAY:
1. Vegan Vibes Tee
2. Red Erykah Satchel purse
3. Red Spela Liquid Lip⁣ ⁣ 🙋🏾‍♂️ PS. For the FELLAS out there! They have cruelty-free clothing for men too. I got my hubby this faux leather belt. It looks good and no animals were harmed. He told me it's the most stylish belt in his closet 😉 ✮✮ ⁣ #veganfashion #veganlipstick #veganbags #sustainableclothing #crueltyfreeliving
Instagram post 2192930918161817700_305816307 Sweet Potato Tacos! 🌮 Save this recipe (and swipe left to see video) for this "Taco Tuesday meets Meatless Monday" dish.⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ ☀️ With temperatures in the 60s here in GA, it still doesn't feel quite like winter is coming (not complaining AT ALL). So I'm in a summery/fallish taco kind of mood. ⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ 📝 Sweet Potato & Corn Taco Recipe (13g Protein, makes 4 tacos):⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ INGREDIENTS⁣⁣⁣ 10 ¼ oz Sweet potatoes (chop it)⁣⁣⁣ 2 ¼ oz Roasted red peppers (chop it)⁣⁣⁣ 1 ½ oz Corn ⁣⁣⁣ 4 whole White corn tortillas⁣⁣⁣ 5 ¼ oz Cabbage⁣⁣⁣ 2 oz Radishes (slice it)⁣⁣⁣ 1 Red onion (chop it)⁣⁣⁣ 3tbsp Cashew crema⁣⁣⁣ ¼ oz Cilantro (chop it)⁣⁣⁣ 1 whole Lime (zest it and quarter it)⁣⁣⁣ 1 ½ tsp Smoky ancho-cumin seasoning⁣⁣⁣ 3 ½ tbsp Red wine vinegar mixed with agave⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ HOW TO MAKE⁣ 1.) Make the Pickling Liquid & Pickled Onion: Boil red wine w/ agave and ¼ cup water for 1 minute. Place onion in a second small bowl. Pour pickling liquid into bowl with onion. Cover with plastic wrap. Let pickle 5-10 minutes.⁣⁣⁣ ⁣ 2.) Make the Filling: Saute sweet potato. Season with salt and half the cumin. Cover with lid and cook 12 minutes. Once done, add roasted red peppers and corn. Season with salt and remaining cumin. Cook 4 minutes.⁣⁣⁣ ⁣ 3.) Make the Sauce: Combine cashew crema, half the cilantro, and lime zest in a bowl. Squeeze juice from 1-2 lime wedges over bowl. Stir.⁣ ⁣ 4.) Make Slaw: Mix cabbage, radishes, about half of the pickled onion, and 1-2 tablespoons of the pickling liquid in a medium bowl. Squeeze juice from 1-2 lime wedges over bowl. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. Toss.⁣⁣⁣ ⁣ 5.) Make the Taco: Sprinkle tortillas with water, wrap in foil, and warm in oven for 6 minutes. Divide tortillas between plates. Top with sweet potato filling, pickled onion, and some slaw. Drizzle with cilantro-lime crema sauce and sprinkle with remaining cilantro. Serve remaining slaw on the side. ⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ 👩🏽‍🍳 Have you ever tried meatless tacos?⁣⁣⁣ Tag a friend who'd like this recipe! 😋⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ ✮✮ ⁣⁣⁣ #tacosbae #vegankitchen #veganfoodshare #healthytacos #feedfeed #eeeeeats
Instagram post 2192353149019402940_305816307 Don't wait until the sun rises on January 1st to do that thing you wanna do. Start now!⁣ ⁣ ⏰ My biggest struggle a few months ago was productivity. Instead of making it a #NewYearNewGoals resolution, I decided to tackle it right then and there.⁣ ⁣ ❗️When I sat down to determine the root of the problem, I uncovered more problems:⁣ 1. Why wasn't I getting enough done? Because I was procrastinating. ⁣ 2. Why was I procrastinating? Because I was overwhelmed. ⁣ 3. Why was I overwhelmed? Because I wasn't managing my time properly. ⁣ 4. Why wasn't I managing my time properly? Because I was sleeping in.⁣ 5. Why was I sleeping in? Because I believed I wasn't a morning person.⁣ ⁣ And boom. Just like that, I realized all my problems stemmed from that mindset.⁣ ⁣ ☀️ I never thought I could become a morning person. It just wasn't for my Type B personality, I'd tell myself. For years, the only thing that could get me up early was to capture a sunrise like this for the gram. Thassit.⁣ ⁣ 🙅🏽‍♀️ But that's the problem with many of us isn't it? We become a victim of our own limiting beliefs. So I stopped limiting myself to the version of myself I wrongly believed to be true. ⁣ ⁣ 📝 I wrote out my ideal daily schedule and day by day, I worked at turning it into a routine. I didn't try to make a ton of changes at once, but instead made gradual improvements until it became normal. I started by working out every day. Then added 2 liters of water. Then 3 liters. Then a gallon. Then 5 minutes of meditation. Then 10 minutes of Spanish lessons. So on and so forth. Now, waking up at 5am and tackling my daily routine comes as naturally to me as breathing. ⁣ ⁣ 😌 Growth takes time! When you apprach it with an instant gratification mindset, it doesn't last. Make one small change today and work on that. Once that becomes consistent, throw another change into the mix. When your goal transforms into a habit, you'll never have to stress again about keeping it up.⁣ ⁣ 🗓️ What's something you've been putting off until the new year?⁣ ⁣ ✮ ✮ ⁣ #dailygrowth #joshuatreenationalpark #newyearsameme #newyearvibes #bringonthenewyear
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Ashley Renne

Live an adventurously green life

My personal stories about travel, being vegan, green living, smart tech, and blogging as a mixed race Black and Indian woman.

Category: Personal Essay

Posted on 1 May 20191 May 2019
7 Truths About How I Travel So Much—and Why Maybe You Shouldn’t

Blog, Money Talk, Personal Essay, Travel Tips

7 Truths About How I Travel So Much—and Why Maybe You Shouldn’t

Traveling is a privilege. If you’re tired of people telling you how easy it is to travel the world, yet it doesn’t line up with your reality, I’m here to share an alternative perspective. 

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Posted on 31 Mar 201931 Mar 2019
Conquering Keynote Speech Anxiety

Blog, Career Growth, Personal Essay

Conquering Keynote Speech Anxiety

How I got past my keynote speech anxiety and 5 tips to help you conquer yours. 

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Posted on 29 Jan 20191 Apr 2019
Why I Changed My Blog Name

Blog, Career Growth, Personal Essay

Why I Changed My Blog Name

Well hey y’all! NEW NAME! WHO DIS? Welcome to Hey Ashley Renne, the blog formerly known as Travel Lushes. New year, new me! Haha, I know, I know, so effing cliché. But real talk, this was a big switch and you may be wondering why on earth did you go from Travel Lushes to Hey

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Posted on 9 Aug 20185 Jan 2019
Black People Climb Mountains? | Climbing a 14er with Coors Light

Black Travel, Blog, North America, Personal Essay

Black People Climb Mountains? | Climbing a 14er with Coors Light

When I first got the invitation to ‘Climb with Coors’ in Colorado, an annual trek to Wilson Peak, the 14,023-foot mountaintop you always see in the Coors Light logo, I didn’t hesitate to say yes. As a mixed-race Black and Indian woman in the travel media space, I don’t often see images displaying people of

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Posted on 20 Oct 20175 Jan 2019
Lost Passport While Traveling – Our Emirates Nightmare

Blog, Personal Essay

Lost Passport While Traveling – Our Emirates Nightmare

Picture this. You’re all set to go on the most amazing adventure of your life. About to board a plane to one of those dream destinations that tends to be a screensaver on most people’s computers (The Maldives) and getting there on what was voted the World’s Best Airline of 2017 (Emirates). On top of

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Posted on 28 Aug 20171 Apr 2019
Women in Travel Summit Inspired Me to Quit My Job

Blog, Career Growth, Personal Essay

Women in Travel Summit Inspired Me to Quit My Job

I first went to the Women in Travel Summit in 2016 and I’m not even exaggerating when I say this conference played a role in sending me down the path that led to me quitting my job to pursue my love of travel full-time.  Yep, sure did. Let me tell you the story. In 2016,

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Posted on 25 Apr 20177 Jan 2019
Why I Quit My $80K Job to Travel the World More

Blog, Personal Essay

Why I Quit My $80K Job to Travel the World More

Watch the Video: Ugh, it sounds like such a cliché right? Here goes another person shouting from the rooftops “I quit my job to travel the world!” Blah, blah, blah. Yep, I did it. And it felt good y’all. But did you notice in the title of my post, I put the word ‘more’ at

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