I’m a native Bay Area Californian who spends a great majority of my time baking, eating, and working out. As those of you who know me are aware, I love a great multitude of things including (but not limited to):
- the Bay Area (west coast best coast, sorry not sorry)
- Swimming in the bay
- Skiing & all kinds of outdoorsy things
- Coffee: but only with whole milk, thank you
- Gilbert and Sullivan+bel canto opera.
- Lots of laughing, because it’s good for the soul
I’m also ridiculously nerdy. You’re just going to have to get used to it. Being a nerd is SUPER AWESOME, because then you know cool things like what ‘Tua toga suspina est’ means, and… sometimes I make pie.
In this blog, I chronicle my culinary adventures: oftentimes gluten & grain free, sometimes dairy free, sometimes all the glutens, and always refined sugar free. I like to futz with recipes and see just how nutrient-dense I can make desserts without compromising taste.
Feed the ones you love. Live long, and prosper!
H.
Wait...are those...cookies?! 
Congratulations on your inaugural blog! Very nicely done. Now, I can follow your endeavors with the bonus of a good back story and a recipe as well! I’m looking forward to this! XO Dad
I feel like we share a few traits! Your blog is super.
– Britt
You. Are. Undefineably. Amazing. I can’t wait to eat! (ahem, I mean, bake.)
Erm hello…. I’d just like to say… I AM YOUR NUMBER ONE FAN!!! Can I have your autograph?? I cannot wait to bake these amazing recipies, and perhaps lurk by your house occasionally and see what’s cookin… har har
cool site Hayley! Tip of the hat to your dad. Look forward to trying out some of the recipes! Do come by when you’re in Portland.
SPOCK!!
I had no idea you had this blog…why aren’t you working in the kitchen? :)
XOXO, Fly
I’m glad you found me!! I love working with the girls too much, but maybe someday! hehe
I love this blog! You are so fun! You should be a professional photographer….for a magazine…your food pictures are to die for! I love your writing too! It’s fun and witty!
I can totally see you as a fitness instructor….that is so VERY possible. You would be great at it! I became one when I was 40….been doing it for 15 years now….although I’ve always lifted weights since my 20’s! I’d love to give you your first job in the fitness world!
marilyn
Thank you, Marilyn!!! I am sooo sore today, and looking forward to the next class. Thank you for the lovely comments! I would love to help you out with teaching! :)
I definitely agree with this :) I used to have fun dressing like a bit of an oddball. Unfortunately I’ve lost a bit of required confidence but hopefully I will once again walk the streets covered in beads :) Also, your pancake moulds are INCREDIBLE!
Oooh, you will! And the pancake thingies are from Williams Sonoma, they have a whole line of Star Wars stuff which is freaking amazing!! Because I’m a nerd. So I love it, naturally ;)
You call it nerdy, I call it fun :) let me tell you I don’t know anybody over here with pancake moulds to rival yours ;)
Hey,
Congratulations, I have nominated you for the ‘Sunshine Award’
Claim it here-> http://gypsyfoods.wordpress.com/2013/03/23/happy-birthday-celebrating-with-awards/
Keep up the blogging,
Good Luck
:)
Thanks for the nomination! :)
Hi :) I’ve nominated you for The Sunshine Award… I think you can claim it here: http://welcomebackbelly.wordpress.com/2013/03/24/an-award-nomination/ although I must admit I’m not 100% sure if I’ve done it right, it being my first go at this and all… anyway, I love your blog so of course I nominated you! :)
P.S: I know you already have a nomination! But I can’t not nominate you right? xxx
Awww thanks :) xxx!
Sunshine Award….YES! You are a bright fun light in the world!
marilyn
Aww thanks Mar!! And I MISS YOU, I’ll be there tomorrow morning :)
I’m so glad I found your blog! You’re kind of me when I was your age… and you cook vegan too! Awesome!
I’m glad you found me! :)
The star wars pancakes, amazing :)
Look forward to checking out your recipes!
Sophia
Hello! Guess what? I’ve nominated your blog for the The Versatile Blog Award! Please do check it out at http://sugarfreesweetheart.com/2013/10/17/more-gratitude/. :) Happy Blogging!
Hi! I know you have plenty of followers, but I still wanted to nominate you for the Liebster Award. I think your blog is great!

For more information, check out http://theovendiaries.wordpress.com/2013/11/29/liebster-award/
Thanks, I appreciate it!
LOVE THE BLOG!!!
Yaayyy!!! I’m glad you found me, hahha! And now you know my real-life name :)