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What is raw food

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 Raw food refers to any food that is consumed in its natural state, without being cooked or processed at high temperatures. It typically includes fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, grains, and legumes that are consumed raw or prepared using methods that preserve the food's natural enzymes, nutrients, and living components. Raw food enthusiasts believe that cooking food can destroy vital enzymes and nutrients, and that consuming raw foods can provide numerous health benefits. Some common examples of raw food include salads, smoothies, raw fruits and vegetables, sprouts, raw nuts and seeds, plus we add plant based meaning that there is no dairy products, honey. It's important to note that while raw food can offer certain health benefits, such as increased nutrient intake and improved digestion, it is risk free for harmful bacteria and parasites. How ever it is crucial to handle and prepare raw foods with proper hygiene and cleanliness. Additionally, not all foods are suitable f

Chef Mehmet Ak

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“I’M THRILLED YOU ARE HERE. PLEASE STAY AWHILE AND LOOK AROUND. YOU’LL FIND INSPIRATION AND GOODNESS.” ZEST RAW VEGAN EATS BRINGS THE FUTURE OF RAW VEGAN FOOD TO LAKEVIEW UNDER THE DIRECTION OF RENOWNED CHEF EDUCATOR AND PLANT-BASED PIONEER, MEHMET AK. THE CAFE OFFERS A DIVERSE VARIETY OF ORGANIC, GLUTEN FREE GLOBALLY-INSPIRED AND THOUGHTFULLY-SOURCED INGREDIENTS, WITH THE MENU INCLUDING FRESH INTERPRETATIONS OF TRADITIONAL DISHES ALONGSIDE SOME OF AK’S NAMESAKE CLASSICS. LOCATED ON THE 2668 N HALSTED ACROSS FROM THE HOME DEPOT, ZEST SERVES INNOVATIVE, BEAUTIFUL RAW VEGAN CUISINE WITH SUPERFOOD SMOOTHIES AND FRESH ORGANIC JUICES. Zoom burger 

Chef Mehmet Ak in Costarika

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2 months in Costarica as volunteer to investigate what food is avalible. Amazing!