Summertime should be filled with fun. And this post certainly is!..
1. Cool Phone. Check out how I'm reinventing my summer with my new Nokia Lumia 928 Windows Phone.
2. Win! Enter to win $5,000 or one of ten brand new Nokia Lumia 928 (NL928) phones.
3. Ice Cream. As part of this NL928 summer series, I will be reinventing a few fave summer recipe classics. First up: 8 Ways to Veganize Your Summer Ice Cream Sundae Party!
Summer Eats #Reinvented Series. I am always looking to step up the quality of my photography both in my studio and on-the-go, and this fab phone has incredible low light photo capabilities, a Carl Zeiss® Lens, Pure View camera technology and more. So here on HHL I will be bringing you a bunch of veganized summer recipes + on-the-go, photos from my Nokia Lumia 928 to match my summer fun mood. (First up, ice cream sundae tips below!!)
..And the best part of this series: you get a chance to win! - PRIZES Grand Prize of $5000! First prizes: Ten additional winners (from all comments across only 6 participating websites) will be selected randomly to receive a Nokia Lumia 928 phone. Rules
Sweepstakes Time Period: Starts May 20, 2013 at 12:00 a.m. Eastern Time - Ends August 23, 2013 at 11:59 p.m. ET. Enter via form below (Sweepstakes is only being broadcast across six websites!)
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Just answer the question in the widget above! -> “How will you reinvent yourself this summer?”
Me? I'm reinventing the way I blog so that I can enjoy summer a bit more. All I really want to do in summertime is grab my flip-flops, sunnies and cell phone and hit the road. Adventure bound. Beach picnics, ice cream sundae's enjoyed outside, hiking days, road-trips, fireworks, backyard barbecues and more. So this summer I'm doing just that .. all while blogging delicious vegan summer recipes + tips.
I am stepping up my on-the-go photo quality, just in time for summer adventures.
My new toy..
Impressive, right?.. My Canon 6D photo (left) Nokia Lumia 928 photo (right)
I even snapped a few photos with my Nokia Lumia 928 last week in Maui. Love these shots!..
My fave feature of the Nokia Lumia 928: It has an incredible Carl Zeiss® lens camera that easily snaps brilliant photos in dimly lit or shadow-y settings. And I love how when you touch the screen to focus on a point in the image, it has a setting that is smart enough to auto snap the shot a few seconds later. So you just touch, autofocus and it snaps the shot. Love that..
All these ice cream pics taken with my Nokia Lumia 928 (in some pesky/spotty afternoon light I might add!)..
To kick off my #Reinvented Summer Eats Recipe Series -> Veganize Your Ice Cream Sundae Social..
8 Ways to Veganize Your Summer Ice Cream Sundae Party!
1. Choose dairy-free ice cream. Go with coconut milk based ice cream for the richest /creamiest texture that truly mimics the richness of classic dairy ice cream. You can also try almond, soy or lighter coconut milk based varieties. Some brands to try: So Delicious, Luna & Larry's and more! If you cannot find vegan "ice cream" you can always go with dairy-free sorbets. Try chocolate, raspberry, peach and coconut flavored sorbets.
2. Vegan Sprinkles. Sprinkles on top are a must. Both rainbow and chocolate sprinkles come in vegan varieties. Be sure to read the labels and try to stay away from brands containing artificial colors or flavorings. A great brand to try: Sprinkelz.
3. Whip on Top. It is easy and delicious to veganize your "whip" with vegan products like "Soy Whip" and "Rice Whip" from Soyatoo brand. But if you do not want to buy vegan whip, you can actually make your own rich and creamy coconut milk whip!
4. Fruit Galore. One topping that you can load up on in your vegan sundae is fruit both fresh and frozen! Try freshly sliced bananas, strawberries or even more exotic fruit toppings like blackberries, diced kiwi or mango. If you cannot find natural cherries, you can always add a strawberry or raspberry on top for that touch of red!
5. Nuts! Naturally vegan nuts are another topping that you can truly indulge for your vegan sundae. Try chopped peanuts, almonds, walnuts, pecans and more.
6. Cookie Dough Balls. I love cookie dough on my sundae. And you can easily make your own vegan cookie dough balls using vegan cookie dough or for a super easy method - buy "Eat Pastry's" pre-made cookie dough and roll into tiny balls. Chill a bit before using for your sundae bar!
7. Chocolate Sauce. You can make your own rich chocolate sauce or chocolate "magic shell" by melting some agave syrup with vegan chocolate chips. Make it a "chocolate magic shell" topping by adding a scoop of coconut oil to the sauce. You can also buy several brands of vegan chocolate sauce. Just read the label and be sure your sauce does not contain dairy - ingredients and milkfat, milk, milk powder and milk chocolate are indications that your brand is not vegan. One brand to try: Coop's Vegan Hot Fudge. Try my recipe for a Smores Hot Fudge Sundae
7. Cones! Plain and sugar cones are usually vegan, but always check those labels to confirm that there are no egg or dairy products. If you are doing cones rather than sundaes, try my recipe for chocolate-dipped sprinkle sugar cones. Want more vegan ice cream toppings, recipes and product ideas? Visit my Vegan Ice Cream Post!
These three pics were taken with my Canon 6D..
More Phone Features:
* Navigation. Includes HERE Maps, HERE City Lens, Here Drive+ and HERE Transit. Get turn-by-turn directions behind the wheel to displaying local attractions wherever you point your viewfinder.
* Nokia Music with Mix Radio.
* 4.5 inch display
* wireless battery charging capabilities
* Photo: Carl Zeiss® Tessar lens
* Environmental: Phone and packaging contains recycled materials
* Design: Pillowed front and back surfaces, unibody construction and a scratch-resistant Corning® Gorilla® Glass 2 screen.
More ice cream shots from my Nokia Lumia 928..
Now get out there and have a throw your own vegan ice cream social this weekend!
Embrace summertime and make me proud.
Sponsored post disclosure: I was compensated for this post, but all opinions are my own.
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Daniel says
I will work more, stress less, and stay positive.
Tomas Tebarek says
I will use the money to pay for tuition for my freshman year of college. I will also stay in good shape by working out and eating healthier!
Kayla Kindig says
I want to reinvent myself by socializing more and learning to relax; I tend to be very stressed and isolated. I especially want to try meditating, as I think it will serve me well during the school year.
Your pictures are beautiful as always.
kllmaca says
I plan on reinventing myself as a new Momma-to-be! 🙂
Karen Casucci says
I have been home with my kids for the past couple of years. I will reinvent myself this summer by figuring out if I want to go back to school or do I want to go back to work full time?
rayreadb says
I'm going to spend a lot of time getting in shape outdoors.
Teesha says
I will reinvent myself by saying YES, rather than saying no and missing out on the fun and wonderful things in life!
Nana says
I'm really going after my dream this summer! Looking forward to getting my book published!!!
Anastasia says
That looks delicious! If I win the phone, I'll make a sundae and take a pic of it 😀
Laura Perez says
I will eat all organic for better health and environment.
Guest says
go outside and enjoy the summer! hiking, going to the beach, walk, walk, walk! be happy!
llinda29 says
I will lose 10 ppounds
Timothy Stephens says
I'm going to move all my teaching curriculum to a digital format so I can teach better and have more time with my girls this next school year
Patricia says
I will continue my routine of walking an hour each day, regardless of the weather.
Beatriz Herrmann says
i will apply to get certified by PCRM- Physicians for responsible medicine"to become a "Food for life instructor promoting the latest research on plant-based nutrition.
John Lee says
this is a cool site
readforpleasure says
I am just starting getting into the green smoothie craze. This summer, I hope to try new concoctions with summer fruits--especially frozen watermelon!
Guest says
Reconnecting with dear friends is my number one priority, and this will be the highlight of my summer. 🙂
CV422 says
This summer for me, will be about enjoying all of the beautiful things in life and focusing on drinking it all in and making the best of it. Unabashedly sharing gorgeous music and meaningful conversation with people, that's how I plan to reinvent myself.
Natalie S says
I will do random acts of kindness to try and be the best person I can be!
sgkculs08 says
I want to grow my business, Lady of Grace Designs this summer so that I can be completely self-employed doing something that I love everyday, all day!
Ann Wilson says
Beautiful sundaes! I will be reinventing myself by creating recipes and blogging more regularly. I will also be starting my Paleo cooking shows, which will be huge. Big shift.
NoraCrane says
I'm doing a gut cleanse and happifying.
cait says
I've already started reinventing by turning my yard into a vegetable garden so I know for sure where my food is coming from and putting the space to good use. My ultimate goal is to make it available to friends, family, neighbors and other people in the community who want more access to fresh, organic, non-gmo veggies. Sorry, no facebook either.
Guest says
I've already started reinventing by turning my yard into a vegetable garden so I know for sure where my food is coming from and putting the space to good use. My ultimate goal is to make it available to friends, family, neighbors and other people in the community who want more access to fresh, organic, non-gmo veggies.
Robyn Ray says
Working on discerning what's really worth taking a stand on in my relationship; reinventing my relationship!
mainecoonluv says
I'm reinventing my back yard to use my high intensity workouts. I would love to win a new Nokia to take pictures of the flowers and birds there! I really appreciate your review!
Jenn says
I'm going to reinvent by summer by completing my first triathlon and proving that plant based athletes CAN succeed!
Can't post via facebook - I don't have an account!
Thomas Bruno says
My wife and I have wandered a bit, eating too much whole grain products like bread. It's time to get back to "Real" whole fruits, nuts and vegetables. It took us six months, but we now love kale! Sincerely - Tom
Solène says
Those sundaes look amazing. I cannot wait to make my own once the weather starts warming up here in the UK!