Mandala Wellness

03/02/2023

One of my most prized possessions. ‘Tejocote Offering’ - oil on wood - by my best friend in the whole wide world, !

08/19/2022

After a long hiatus due to the pandemic, I’m slowly getting back to my personal chef gig! Here is the upcoming menu for the week of August 22nd. DM me to arrange your pick-up or delivery (for a fee).

11/11/2020

I am excited to be back in the kitchen more regularly! Here is a peek at my menu this week. I can only take a handful of clients per week, but if you're interested, please DM me!

01/21/2020

Happy New Year! I know things have been quiet over here at Mandala Wellness, but I am working on some new ideas for 2020! In the meantime, here are some clean eating recipes to combat the overindulgence from the holidays.

Nutritious snacks, juices and smoothies, breakfasts, lunches, and dinners.

08/07/2019

Back in the kitchen at Mandala Wellness and I’ve added some pescatarian options to the menu! Here is what I am cooking up next week. Veggies can be subbed for the shrimp.

Mexican street corn salad
Margarita shrimp skewers on the wood grill with mango salsa
Coconut lime cilantro rice
Homemade guacamole and chips

$30 per person, includes delivery fee

Place your order by this Friday, August 9!
Check, cash, Venmo

04/02/2019

Mandala Wellness Temple Food Detox

Happy spring! Feeling lethargic, bloated and just plain terrible from over-indulging during the cold winter season? I always crave a reset when the seasons change to support my exercise program and to gain some vitality. I love the feeling that the phrase temple eating conjures. It’s slowing down, being mindful about the things you put into your body and renewing that feeling of well-being. You’ll notice a difference - clearer skin, better sleep, tons of energy and balanced hormones which lead to less stress and irritability. You may even notice a change when you step on the scale. Here are some guidelines to follow during your detox:

No alcohol or coffee.
Drink plenty of water with a squeeze of lemon! Herbal and green teas are permitted. If you simply must have coffee, try half a pour with some plant milk and coconut oil to rev your engine in the morning. I make a large pitcher of iced green tea to have on hand if I need a pick me up.

No dairy.
Seriously. It doesn’t mean you will never enjoy the virtues of butter and cheese again, but I guarantee you’ll feel less bloated and see a difference in your skin. And, that may make you think about at least cutting back a bit in the future.

No refined sugar/flour.
Say goodby to sugary desserts and bread. No white sugar or white flour in any form for the three days.

Commit to some exercise. Even if it is as simple as a brisk walk around the block. It will lift your spirits, energize, and increase your metabolism.

This is a 3 day vegan detox plan which includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Deliveries are made Monday evening. If you need to snack, you may have nuts, natural nut butter, a vegetable based green juice with under 10 grams of sugar or cut up vegetables.

Price: $150, includes delivery
Delivery date options: April 15, 22 or 29
Menu changes in May.
I accept PayPal, Venmo, cash or check.

MENU

Banana “Muffin” Overnight Oats
bananas | mixed berries | walnuts | flax seeds| almond milk

Mango Lassi Parfait
mango purée | pineapple | coconut | chia seeds | coconut yogurt

Winter Glow Smoothie
strawberry | beet | orange | pineapple | spinach | raspberry | blueberry | banana | flax seeds | h**p hearts | coconut milk

Warming Lentil Stew
lentils | sweet potato | kale | onions | vegetable broth

South Indian Vegetable & Chick Pea Curry
peas | cauliflower | potato | chick pea | coconut milk | warming Indian spices

Roasted Beet, Carrot & Pistachio Salad
green goddess avocado dressing

Protein Power Goddess Bowl
sprouted green lentils | red onion | red pepper | spinach | wheat berries | lemon tahini dressing

Farmers Market Salad
lacinato kale | endive | radish | red cabbage | rainbow peppers | roasted broccoli | sunflower seeds | basil balsamic

Sicilian Veggie Bolognese
zucchini noodles | nooch

10/05/2018

Is it fall yet? Bring on the stews, soups, pot pies and warming comfort food! I'm looking forward to shifting into the cooler months, which means lots of hearty dishes that are vegetarian, delicious and healthy, while still keeping you satisfied!

Mandala Wellness Menu 10/9

Lentil and kale soup with harissa $10

Veggie pot pie with mashed potato crown $15

Chipotle, black bean and butternut squash enchiladas $15
(Please specify if you'd like vegan)

Spinach sunshine salad $8
grapefruit | clementine | tri color peppers | caramelized onion | pepitas | sunflower tahini dressing

Please email me by Saturday at Kristen@sayhellotomandala.com to place an order.
$10 delivery fee
Venmo, PayPal, cash or check

09/07/2018

Summer is coming to an end, so I’ve put together a vibrant, cleansing detox menu to make you glow and boost your energy! Gluten-free and vegan, treat your body to a few days of clean eating!

Rainbow cobb salad $8

Grilled veggie quinoa salad $8

Moroccan lentil soup $10

Cuban black bean and tofu stuffed sweet potatoes $15

Please place your orders no later than 9 A.M. on Saturday. Email to kristen@sayhellotomandala.com.
Please indicate how many of each item you’d like.

Delivery fee: $10, or you can pick it up. Delivery day and time can be arranged via email.

I take the following forms of payment:
PayPal - krs10gardner@yahoo.com
Venmo -
Check payable to Kristen Gardner

All containers are recyclable.

Thank you and be well! ❤️

07/05/2018

Hey everyone! Here is what I am cooking up this week!
$15 per entrée, $8 per salad
Delivery fee is $10 or you can pick up.

Cauliflower + chick pea tikka masala
Strawberry, spinach, almond + feta salad w/ basil vinaigrette
Summer vegetable garden soup
Lentil + mushroom ragout w/zucchini noodles

Please let me know your order by Friday.
Email me at kristen@sayhellotomandala.com
Venmo - mandalawellness
PayPal - krs10gardner@yahoo.com

Thanks! ❤️

04/12/2018

I’ll be posting my weekly menus here if you’d like to order food from me. Here is the deal:

-Menu goes up Thursday.
-Email your order by Friday morning to kristen@sayhellotomandala.com.
-New clients will need to fill out an intake form so I can learn more about your preferences.
-Everything I make is healthy, organic, local when possible and vegetarian/vegan.
-I’m happy to substitute certain ingredients and work with you within reason.
-Each meal is $15 and heartily portioned.
-Delivery is $10, pick-up is free.
-Delivery days are Monday or Tuesday.
-I take Venmo, or PayPal, Krs10gardner@yahoo.com. Payment due by Saturday.

Week of April 12
*spicy creole veggie jambalaya
*coconut squash and tofu curry over zoodles
*asparagus, farro and feta salad with sunflower dressing
*Ayurvedic spiced kitchari (an Indian dish made with mung beans and vegetables. Perfect for detoxing the liver and bringing balance and harmony back to the body after this unacceptable winter we've had! Cheers to spring!)

All menu items can be made vegan and gluten free where applicable.