Thrive Magazine / Issue 3 - Autumn 2014
Autumn Horoscopes... Aries
Libra
Taurus
Scorpio
This time is filled with challenges for your sign. It’s good to hide out now, as long as you have warm food and drinks to keep your soul at peace. Recipe to try: Muffin topped winter stew http://bit.ly/1tXkhWP
Don’t be stoic just now. You need to express yourself - or at least be around others who do. Try some Greek or Italian food. If there’s live entertainment involved, all the better! Recipe to try: Cheese tortellini with garlicky roasted vegetables http://bit.ly/1vEplw7
Gemini
Take favorite dishes from your childhood and give them a grown-up spin? Macaroni and cheese can be made in a much more sophisticated way with Gruyere. Recipe to try: Gruyere and cauliflower bake http://bit.ly/1x4p8Gz
Cancer
Just now you need to take advantage of the energy moving through your home sector. Even a spontaneous get-together can feel warm and familial when you serve dishes such as simple casserole or Italian meatballs. Recipe to try: Egg and hashbrown casserole. http://bit.ly/1ohnqjA
Leo
You have the stars providing all kinds of support for communication, fun, and family gatherings. You’re feeling very creative, and may not be content to simply follow a recipe. You might try experimenting with your own variations on your favorites. Recipe to try: Squash mac and cheese http://bit.ly/1tXN6m2
Virgo
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For you, presentation may not be as important as taste. The stars’ alignments suggest that you may want to prove to others what you can do in the kitchen. Attempting a difficult dish may bring you all the confidence you need. Recipe to try: Spaghetti with marscapone, spinach and hazelnuts. http://bit.ly/1EibORx
You may be thinking about how you project yourself into the world and how others perceive you. If you want to show them that you’re a foodie first and foremost, try making a gluten-free recipe a low-fat dish like four-onion soup with garlic croutons. Recipe to try: Onion soup with croutons http://bit.ly/1zw0bGJ
You’re paying a lot of attention to your appearance now, and may be worried that going out is just going to pack on the pounds. Rather than torturing yourself with a restricting diet, try to factor lots of vegetables into every dish. Curried cauliflower and apple soup is delicious and low in calories. Recipe to try: Curried cauliflower soup http://bit.ly/1ok88e1
Sagittarius
The stars’ dominant energies will be in your house of politics, meaning that it may not be a bad time to entertain the boss and his or her spouse. If you’re doing the cooking, strive for top-quality ingredients made into dishes everyone loves. Beef brisket with onion-lemon marmalade. Break out the good stuff! Recipe to try: Beef stew with dumplings http://bbc.in/1tZZdz4
Capricorn A time of contradictions for you, as the stars may impact your communications with others. This may make your personal and professional lives very stressful this week, so you’re advised to take things slowly and carefully at all times. Adding sweetness to your savory sauces is bound to be a hit. Recipe to try: Sweet chilli chicken http://bit.ly/10URUh8
Aquarius The stars support you in your ideas about some changes you want to make in your life. Your mind may be on making a powerful statement, both in your personal life and in your cooking. What’s needed are bold ideas and flavors. Recipe to try: Mexican Bean Chilli http://bit.ly/1tZZnpZ
Pisces Planetary influences could bring some challenges into your daily life. You may not feel seen, heard, or valued at this time. Return to cooking as your solace. Blueberry sauce, even from frozen berries, goes great with buckwheat pancakes. Recipe to try: Vegan pancakes with blueberries http://bit.ly/1E5rIfZ