Author Monika Faye

Monika Faye

The creator of Mermaids & Madames, Monika was born and raised in Naples, Florida. She grew up as an active track athlete, SCUBA diver, and snow skier with a passion for sailing and now holds a yacht master 200 ton and is an Emergency Medical Technician. Monika earned her degree in the history and criticism of art which brought her to Florence, Italy. While living in Italy, Monika developed her passion for cooking. Specializing in Mediterranean cuisine and fresh flavors, Monika is now the chef and firstmate on an private sailing yacht.

A Healthy and Oh So Flavorful Shrimp Platter

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Entertaining while trying to be health concise can be a difficult mix. You want to please everyone while still sticking to your healthy lifestyle. This recipe is the perfect party crowd pleaser. It is bursting ...

Five Minute Flounder Recipe

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Weeknight dinners can be a real challenge, I am always trying to come up with ideas that are quick, healthy and oh so tasty. This five minute flounder recipe is perfect because the fish comes out cooked perfect...

Plant-Based Paleo Pesto

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This is a vegan, paleo twist on an Italian classic - you won't even miss the cheese! This plant-based paleo pesto is a perfect topper for grilled meats, vegetables, salads, breads and even better, it can be mad...

Gluten-Free Oatmeal You Can Make the Night Before

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This is a healthy, easy gluten-free oatmeal breakfast you can make the night before! It is protein packed with a touch of cinnamon, for a great metabolism booster. This is just a base recipe so let your imagina...

Secretly Healthy Dark Chocolate Cookies

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These yummy and secretly healthy dark chocolate cookies have your chocolate fix covered without any refined sugar, gluten, milk, butter or oils! Be sure to give them a try, they're amazing! Ingredients: – 3/4...