Hi there,
I live in London, UK, but am Italian (from a small town not far from Venice).
I decided to go vegan and raw 2 months ago, after some minor health scare. I was vegetarian for about 20 years before that.
As I never liked to cook, I find the most difficult thing for me is to get used to planning my meals and preparing them. But the benefits I'm already reaping from being vegan and raw are already apparent, so I'm sticking with it.
Also, I find it a bit daunting to face cutting remarks from people, especially at social occasions. But luckily my family and closest friends support my choices, so it's easier. I've been reading this website for the last couple of months and I must say a BIG THANK YOU, not only for the inspiration you've been providing me, but also because knowing there are a lot of people who have made similar choices and have been through the same difficulties and have survived is very comforting and gives me strength when the going gets tough.
So, thank you and keep going!!
Giunco xxx
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Hi Zoe,
Great to meet you! Yeah, I went to Saf a couple of months ago and was blown off my feet!! Such wonderful foods there!! Pity I can't dine there every day... *sigh*
I haven't tried the Inspiral Lounge but thanks for the advice, I'll give it a go soon.
I've been reading about pot lucks but I don't feel confident enough with my "cooking" to go to one yet, let alone start one! However, it's a great idea and I will certainly keep it in mind for the future.
Going raw is such a huge lifestyle change, I'm still learning a lot and struggling a bit occasionally. But it's oh so worth it, I'm sticking with it!! Plus it's an exciting new experience, which I love!!
Pity you live so far away from me, but hey, maybe one day we'll meet!
All the best!
Ciao!