Lady Ⓥ Stardust
“Let food be thy medicine!”
I’m DⒶⓋi (a.k.a. “V”) St✭rdust – voluntaristic, Ahimsa-centric spirit soul and advocate for Natural Law & health freedom. I am also an eclectically influenced creatrix: studio vocalist, raw/living culinary artisan/instructor, recipe/product developer, and holistic lifestyle/wellness mentor currently based in the United Kingdom.
Best known as the artisanal spirit behind the Raw Veganista (a.k.a. Ahimsa Living Wellness) culinary site/blog/educational/creative development/lifestyle transformation & wellness mentoring services, I also curate and create material (and related products) for the Veganarchist Kitchen, “Veganarchy in the U.K.” and LORAX Community projects (and their associated websites). The majority of my work over the past 16+ years has been centred in development and preparation of raw, organic (veganic), plant-based cuisine––in addition to providing holistic wellness and Ahimsa lifestyle mentoring. As a native New Yorker, I also had several “side hustles” happening at all times (it’s how we pay the rent!), and did a fair amount of work as a brand ambassador, corporate spokesmodel, copy editor, print model, companion animal carer, TV presenter, “video vixen”/stage performer/occasional “merch slinger”––as well as providing veganic culinary & wellness services for touring bands and fellow musicians.
As of late 2011 I opted to retire from all live entertainment and performance-related work, largely due to a cycling accident which rendered me unable to walk for quite awhile. Having spent a rather extended period of time in a wheelchair (& subsequently re-learning to walk) led me to direct the vast majority of my personal and energetic resources toward revisiting a long-standing habit developed from childhood: research and development of methods relating to natural self-healing/recovery via plant-derived nutritional means & extended periods of fasting. My intentions in relation to such were not only to heal from my own injury, but also aimed toward assisting others in similar situations by way of writing, demonstrating, and sharing related personal experiences.
It was also around this time that I became more heavily involved in spiritual service, often dwelling in monastic settings (and occasional hermitage) whilst working toward becoming ecclesiastically ordained to minister fellow seekers on similar pathways. This led to the chartering of UNLESS Ministries, which was then initiated to act as an overseeing entity for LORAX Community activities.
Services provided over time for our ever-expanding conscious community have mainly taken form as ordained spiritual counsel, certified World Peace Diet facilitator, chief overseer/coordinator for LORAX Community (& its related VeganDIY workshops), holistic nutrition & remedial wellness mentor, raw/living culinary developer/instructor and lifestyle coach as chief proprietress for Ahimsa Living Wellness Consultancy.
In recent days I have been placing the vast majority of my time and energies into team efforts, mainly in the form of culinary, literary, and other creative collaborations with my very best friend, business associate, and beloved partner Organic Alex––who also works diligently and dutifully to help others through provision of customised health coaching, workshops, holistic wellness retreats, educational resources an other forms of ongoing support.
Please watch this space as we aim to create, collaborate, and co-exist in the spirit of universal wellness, harmony, and prevalence of peace for all beings––whilst persevering through the Apocalypse to the best of our ability.
Culinary
Veganic Artisan & Developer
Creative
Studio Vocals, Literary Services, Creative Consultancy, ARTivism
Community
Social & Spiritual
Goods & Services
Recipe Development
&
Meal Preparation
Bearing more than two decades of personal cheffing and small event catering experience, I find great pleasure in mindfully creating and preparing healthful, wholesome, often sumptuous elements to nourish and comfort the body, mind, and spirit. My methods are mostly “DIY” based, meaning that I aim to prepare as many elements of each recipe from scratch as I possibly can at any given time.
Nutritional Consultation & Menu Planning
Life can sometimes feel hectic and overwhelming, to say the least. Thus, planning ahead properly often helps to ease the mind and reduce worries in relation to our most elemental requirement of each day. My philosophy includes planning meals in accordance with sustainable & wasteless methodology, as well as seasonal availability––which has proven to be the most healthful way for one to fuel the body, strengthen immunity, & feel one’s best whilst impacting our planet and fellow inhabitants to the lowest degree possible.
Culinary Workshops & Private Tutelage
“Give someone a meal and you feed them for a day; teach someone to source/harvest/prepare a meal and they eat for a lifetime.”
As I began to acquire more knowledge of plant-based nutrition and food prep during my formative years I found great pleasure in sharing these delightful gems with others. Leading “harvest to table” food prep classes at LORAX Community Garden Sanctuary, along with many farm stands, speciality markets, wellness retreats & pop-up events has also been a great joy in my life since 2006.
Raw Food & Mocktail Recipe Development
As a non-drinker who enjoys entertaining, I have long been quite keen on concocting flavourful cocktails and other high-vibrational libations to lift one’s spirits in the absence of spirits. 😇 😉
Though happiest working with fresh pressed juices, wildcrafted herbal infusions, and kombucha, I have recently been dabbling with some tasty and versatile non-alcoholic beverages which have recently been introduced to the U.K. market. Cheers! 🍸🍾
Juice Cleanse,
Detoxification
&
Raw Feasting Events
As a detoxification specialist with 16+ years of professional experience in fresh juicing, I am also thoroughly trained and experienced in mindful preparation of raw/living, veganic, wellness-specific, gourmet and temple cuisine. In addition to the work I do with private clients, I am also available to source, stock, and prepare organic/veganic food and drink for private mixers, spiritual gatherings, healing retreats, & other special events.
Ahimsa Lifestyle & Wellness Mentoring
As a certified World Peace Diet Facilitator with more than two decades of professional experience in fitness and veganic nutrition consultation, my aim is to help you feel your absolute best––in accordance with tenets relating to mindfulness and compassion for all fellow living beings with whom we share the Earth. Having been duly ordained as a Minister of Creation Care means that my philosophy toward healing and sustenance shall always align harmoniously within scriptural guidelines of Genesis 1:29––as will my approach toward coaching and support.
Sample Menus
Below is a brief outline of some of my best loved raw and gourmet raw plant-centric specialities, categorised by cuisine.
Tex-Mexicali Fiesta
- Hard shell tacos
- Lettuce tacos
- Legume-free “refried bean” burritos
- Enchiladas with cauliflower “dirty rice”
- Chili with wild rice and avocado
- Spicy kale salad with habanero ranch
- Taco salad
- Soft bread crust taco pizza with avocado
- Corn-free tortilla crisps with guacamole
- Multi-layered dip
- Star fruit (carambola) salsa
- Horchata
Middle Eastern Feast
- Sprouted chickpea hummous
- Legume-free hummous
- Sunflower falafels
- Cauliflower tabouleh
- Activated tahini sauce
- Coconut flatbread
Asian Fusion
- Stir (not) fried tenderstem broccolini w/almond butter satay sauce
- Pineapple “fried” rice
- Maki (nori rolls) with seasonal vegetables
- “Three C” (cabbage, carrot, & coriander) salad with wasabi aoli
- Kelp noodle Pad Thai
- Summer rolls
- Thai coconut Pad Siew
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Testimonials
“My husband and I have had the pleasure of consuming Davi’s food on numerous occasions.
The recipes are original and sometimes “mimic” the original cooked item. I have never tasted anything that wasn’t absolutely delicious. Much attention is given to presenting ingredients of varying textures and colors. The food is beautiful in appearance as well as being delectable in taste. All her ingredients are certified organic and obtained from trusted sources.
Try some of her recipes for a taste sensation.”
“She’s .”
“Very talented and knowledgeable raw chef and very generous in sharing what she knows.”
“I first met Daviana while I was leading a foraging tour in Central Park several years ago. Subsequently I had the opportunity to be invited to the LORAX Community‘s Riverdale Garden Sanctuary in NY, and do some foraging in local parks with her and other LORAX Community members.
We also shared a raw vegan meal prepared in her kitchen using foraged ingredients. As a vegan myself, I’ve eaten in many raw food restaurants, but have never had a raw vegan meal as good as the one she prepared.
To say that Davi is dedicated to teaching people about lifestyle choices that that will benefit our planet, the people themselves, and the other life forms that call the Earth home, is an understatement. That has been her mission since long before I met her. She is kind-hearted and smart, and has developed so many skills that if I tried to list them all, I’d wind up forgetting half of them, but she’s certainly up to the achieving the goals she’s set for herself.
If you care about the Earth, about adults and kids living healthy, productive lives, about animals, and about our threatened ecosystems, please join Davi in her efforts. I certainly have committed myself to support her work in any way I can.”
“Davi, an extraordinary raw food chef, has a considerable knowledge and talent preparing both nutritious and delicious meals. It’s sheer delight to partake in such delectable dining while keeping the palate clean! “
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“Daviana combines fresh wild raw organic fruits and vegetables and turns them into gourmet meals.
She uses many spices to turn the heat up and make any ordinary dish into something special which you will never forget. Her dishes and smoothies look and taste great. I had the pleasure of spending some time with her in New York where we went foraging for wild food and then she transformed the wild greens and fruit into a delicious beautiful meal.”
Consult, Collaboration & Trade Enquiries
I presently offer holistic wellness & health consultation services, specialised culinary products, as well as lifestyle, dietary, and wellness mentoring for those in transition.
I may also be selectively available to help individuals and small businesses with ingredient/product sourcing, recipe development, and innovative application of supplies, by-products, etc.
If healthful creativity is your goal, please feel free to reach out!