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Gluten-free Cardamom Pancakes, Annapurna’s World Vegetarian Cafe, & Chef Prakash Jagadappa

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Yesterday morning, before we left Albuquerque, we went back to Annapurna’s for those gluten-free pancakes I mentioned. “Two gluten-free cardamom pancakes grilled golden and smothered in mango sauce. Garnished with toasted almonds and coconut.” I was so excited to try them, since gluten-free pancakes are a rare find at a restaurant.

My expectations were high, after having eaten dinner there the night before. (Dinner was out-of-this-universe-good as you may recall.) The plate arrived and I eagerly poured the mango sauce and put a bite in my mouth. I really didn’t think I could have been more impressed than I had been at dinner… Then again, maybe so. It was worth driving to Albuquerque just for those gluten-free cardamom pancakes. Seriously. And it was a huge drive. Crazy good.
As I was serving Zoe and Ashley some of my pancakes, the head chef (also a well-known instructor), Prakash Jagadappa, came out and gave me extra mango sauce, just to be kind. We started talking, and it was such a pleasure to meet him. He travels extensively, teaching gluten-free Ayurvedic cooking and healing.
Ashley was very drawn to Prakash. She sweetly told him her name when he shook her hand and asked her. Then she leaning against him for a hug and looked up into his eyes. My mouth fell open. Ashley is doing phenomenally, but that kind of connection is rare, and she adored him. Ashley is a little magnet for positive energy. We are all excited to see him when he comes to Boulder next to teach.
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  1. Sounds fantastic! (and unique…cardamom pancakes with mango sauce…I’ll have to try that!) Next time I’m in Albuquerque I definitely know where I’m headed.

    Cheers, Pete

  2. I love it that Ashley made a connection. He must be a very special person. I am sure that he felt something special from her too. It looks like you are having a great time.