Angel Foods by Cherie Soria (1996, Paperback)

As I began reading through Angel Foods authored by Cherie Soria, I knew it was a very special cookbook. I feel whenever I prepare the recipes out of Angel Foods, I am channeling as much positive life force, love, and light as Soria puts into her recipes.

The book is wonderful with beautiful illustrations of angels and positive affirmations (or "prayers") on every page. Each section begins with many delicious and satisfying living foods recipes, followed by delectable vegan recipes with some cooked ingredients. The recipes are well-written, well-tested, and very easy enough to prepare; yet may seem very elegant when served and enjoyed.

Soria offers extremely helpful and down-to-Earth tips on sprouting, soaking, and making essential foods for the living foods lifestyle that don’t seem “weird.” My favorite section is “Angels Have Culture,” where she offers many different recipes on preparing nut “cheeses” and spreads, “kefirs,” and “yogurts;” perfect for those incorporating more living foods into their diets; those who may follow the vegan diet; or even for those who may be lactose intolerant. She also has recipes for making cultured vegetables, which from first hand experience, are incredibly divine!

With wonderful recipes for appetizers, salads that can be meals by themselves, main dishes, desserts, breakfast items and beverages; breads and crackers; you will not get bored by her culinary diversity, incorporating cuisine from Coast to Coast in the USA, and all around the world.

If there is a downside, the index in the back of the book is difficult to follow and unless you have a general idea where the recipe is in the book, or at least the section; you’ll need time to browse the index for the information that you need.

Overall, Angel Foods ranks up there with my favorite vegan/living foods cookbooks, mainly for the living foods cuisine, which is Soria’s forte’. It’s a must-try.