Testimonies of Cafe Gratitude

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The following are messages sent to us directly at the cafes through our journals:

"I have been coming here now for 3 days in a row with my Mom, who is visiting here from Wyoming.  I live near here and always wanted to come in, now I am so glad we did!  This place, this food, and these people feel very healthy, real and positive.  You make it easy to connect directly with the experience of life.  Thank you for the attention and loving kindness that clearly has been contributed to this place" -Anna Berry & Linda O'Grady

"In Feb. this year I was introduced to your healing food by my long time friend + associate.  I was not expecting much.  I mean, I've been a vegi/vegan since 1970.  What new food/health path could I explore??? Raw food?  You mean a salad?  That was then, now I am a Raw Food person THANKS TO CAFE GRATITUDE.  True story!  The challenge will be when I travel to Central + South America I mean they've got some pretty tasty cooked vegies down that way.  Hopefully I'll be able to 'be strong'.  What a great vibe here!"  -Annonymous customer

"We spent maybe our whole day in the spirit of this place and are ever so grateful for the generosity of that Spirit.  Thank you."  -annonymous customer

"Cafe Gratitude connects and reconnects me to the deep inner contentment and profound gratitude that are flaming constantly but that sometimes get buried by the fluctuating circumstances of life.  If I lived closer I would come every day!  I love sharing this place with friends.  Everyone I bring really feels grateful & loved here." - anonymous customer

"It has given me the gift of love health home community friendship and a divine group of companions on this gift + journey called life."  -Noah

"Thank you!! I am filled & overflowing with joy, gratitude, and eternal love"  -Chloe

"Cafe Gratitude & the Abounding River book and workshop have allowed me to experience the peace, joy, energy and freedom of living all of my life in the present moment.  The yummy food and beautiful loving staff are great bonuses!  Thanks to all, I am grateful!"  -Christine

"A big new belly has just arrived in me.  It is a happy bell.  Belly want to go be bellying now" -John

"This wast he best meal of my life.  We waited 2 hours for our food but it was worth every second.  We were so hungry by the time the food arrived, every bit was bliss- your food is full of life & can protect you (us) from illness. Thank you" -Abcates

"Wherever you focus your attention will be your experience of life.  Wherever I focus my ATTENTION! will be my EXPERIENCE of life!  WHEREVER I experience my attention will be my life!" -Elizabeth Davis (who ate that same meal with Abcates)

"What an amazing moment of self discovery playing the Abounding River and sipping lusciously awake!  I truly am lusciously awake!  Goddess Blessings!" -anon.

"What an incredible place- so full of light, love & life.  Truly magical!  Thanks for sharing." -Lali

"Cafe Gratitude is a safe place to go when I've my most severe sweet cravings.  The desserts are all raw, vegan, and naturally sweetened.  I love all the food here!  I even bring my meat-eating friends here and they love the food, too!  I also appreciate the smiles and the warm, friendly service.  Rock on!" -Jen Faith

"Being a part of Cafe Gratitude has completely changed my life. Eating this food, thinking this way and being surrounded by positivity has HEALED my body and spirit from Multiple Sclerosis!
This is the miracle that is me- my life & I owe it to the particpatns in this company that is committed to transforming the planet to have healthy systems, relationships and attitudes.
I am grateful for my health, my wealth and for the MAGIC of trust.”  -Aya Brien (2005)

"When around 'like minded' people such as y'all:
I feel more supported than I ever have in my life.  Then I feel better about spreading health & consciousness throughout this luscious planet” –Mark Edwards (2005)

"Gratitude helped & guided me to find & open my over flowing never ending abundance fountain of joy!  I am so grateful our paths joined to this amazing experience- creation-exploration.  I love you!  Special thanks to Matthew & Terces Engelhart for existing.  Loving and Sharing their insight of life."  -Merav (2005)

"It has brought me to the present to realize everyday there's something to be grateful for.  Everyday I acknowledge what I am present too.  Every day I praise my abundance.  Cafe Gratitude is an amazing community for like minds- (or even those who may not yet be aware) to be beautiful together, eat blessed food and to all be players int he abounding river- or what I like to call 'life'."  -anon.

"Cafe Gratitude has reminded me of the importance of good, nurturing food for keeping body + soul together.  But more importantly its taught me the importance of supporting each other with positive and kind words!  I am grateful for all you have done for me + for the community!"  -Barbara

"[Café Gratitude] taught me that I am what I eat"

"Cafe Gratitude helped me stay grateful for my life with the q's of the day. One day I'll actually go to Cali and dine there!"

"I live in Louisiana but already live by their principles. Great tools and inspiration to continue this wonderful lifestyle."

"Cafe' Gratitude has taught me to slow down and smell the roses. Also, introduced me to a lovely new cafe' in San Anselmo."

"[Café Gratitude] made me aware of the simple things in life, as well as drinking less coffee as your Grateful cups are so little!"

"Gratitude got me drunk.  Thanks.  Woooo!!"  -anon.

"Great gracious gratitude gives gifts.... go... gone into tee glorious light with an abundant amount of everlasting love... for it all.  This is it.  Thank you all for this gathering that took/takes place tonight, this time with each bite, flavor, aroma, I am aware of why.... in tune with love Aquarians unite tonight always"  -Rachel Ging

"Cafe Gratitude has given me permission to explore how class politics are directly connected to diet" -anon.

"The food here is so delicious!  I always leave with a full tummy and a happy heart!" -anon.

"Cafe Gratitude given me nourishment a space to be who I really am" -anon.

"I've been looking at this book & the question on the cover for weeks- I've also been reflecting on the question of what I am grateful for.  I could highlight many things that I am grateful for, but the greatest of these is that I have forms love with a person who works/serves/manages here at Cafe Gratitude.  I am grateful that Cafe Gratitude's philosophy abides in him to the extent that he was "ready" for one when I 'arrived' in his life- also grateful for the exposure to a beautiful way of thinking about food & nutrition." -anon.

"I brought my mother here, and played the AR game.  We healed + cried _ became better people.  I no longer fear my boundaires being 'crossed' because i trust myself to take care of myself _ love the people in my life and to saver myself + others w/ gratitude.  Thank you to all of you for making a fearless life possible."  -Kathryn

"[Cafe Gratitude makes] all the difference in the world!  The thought came 'refuse to think poor'... This is one way to act with conscious love to whatever thoughts arise in your mind!" -Bhakta Jivan Skylord

"I am finally able to partake of nourishment as I have only dreamed of in the past before Gratitude Cafe.  I was a natural food person from an early age and persuaded my parents to let me stop eating meat when i was 13 or so having finally convinced them it was ok and I wouldn't 'die of malnutrition' the book Diet for a Small Planet... helped me explain, now I am 52 and considered unusually healthy + fit J  Thank you.  Gratitude for allowing me to continue in my quest for health."

"I am an aspiring raw chef and cafe owner visiting from central Florida.  The first thing I did when I got here was eat at the Harrison location.  There I enjoyed GREATLY a DELICIOUS taco salad!  I've always loved tacos so this made me indescribably happy.  Today I had the pleasure of dining at the 9th Avenue cafe (twice).  I am AMAZED with the chocolate cream pie and the lemon cashew cookies!  Highest compliments to their creators!  This place is very inspiring to me as we don't have many (if any) places quite like this where I'm from (except of course our beloved Dandelion Community!).  I am SO impressed with the owners and their mission in creating these cafes.  It is a blessing to have truly good people in business working for the earth and the people, not for money in the name of greed.  I am an eternal optimist and you my dear friends only add to that!  You are DEEPLY APPRECIATED by me and countless others and I know this place with its people, atmosphere and truly nourishing food positively affects everyone who comes inside! If I every move to San Francisco I will gladly take a job here!  Thank you for being an inspiration, brightening my days and spreading the love!  I am grateful for Cafe Gratitude!"  -Nena Brown

"I am very grateful and appreciative of Cafe Gratitude.  I feel the love every time I walk through the door and the food is extremely healing and miraculous.  I have observed my 11 month old nephew begin to eat cooked food and he spits it out with a look of disgust and confusion.  When I give him raw treats to eat he is joyful and very happy.  He loves it!  I think this says it all!  Innately we know what food is good for us.  Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful food with us all."  -Crystal

"I now see how artistic a painting of a little boy with a severed arm can be" -anon.

"Exceptional dining & an amazing bathroom experience.  For this I am grateful."  -Jerry

"I am grateful for creative minds and healthy food.  Thank you for both!"  -Key

"I am grateful for Matthew & Terces and the rest of the staff who make Cafe Gratitude possible, and for the mission and expression of a world of plenty!  See you in Seattle! (at Cafe Gratitude)"  -Monika Kinsman & Marc Seidman

"Cafe Gratitude has given me my life, my heath & my happiness, which is ultimately my wealth!  I now know what to feed my body, soul  & spirit.  Thank you for bringing me back to spirit- my spirit.  Thank you!"  -R.

"I hope you all have enjoyed my enjoyment, as much as I am grateful for your gratitude." -anon.

"ya'll Rock!  From the beginning till the end!" -xxQ

"Bunions!  Cafe Gratitude- you have given me Bunions for having to walk so often to come eat your delicious food!" - anon.

"A whole lotta smiles from the latte- the dessert.  Can say enough how much I love this place!  I dream about the food J" -anon.

"Cafe Gratitude has helped harvest my unlimited inner chi and channel rivers of golden positivity to all that the universe has brought to me"  -one love, Myree

"I love visiting S.F. just to indulge in gourmet organic raw food at it's finest.  5 years eating raw!  Still loving it" –Lovelight

"Every time I come to the bay area I visit Cafe Gratitude at least once per day!  The openness, delicious food, love & joy are treasured.  I'm opening my own live restaurant using the inspiration of Cafe Gratitude.  Many thanks."  -anon.

"I am so blessed for this community dedicated to love, transformation & empowerment!!! I love this family!" -TR

"Cafe Gratitude gives me hope & makes me smile J" -anon.

"I am grateful for people in places like you, fighting the good fight in a world full of ignorance and pain."  -anon. (written on the back of a receipt)

"Cafe Gratitude has helped friends and fameli get passed the fear of 'not enough' to plentiful and overwhealming.  They now eat more raw and organic food.  Thank you."  -Sn Rebecca Kali

"Cafe Gratitude mad my life more grounded and aware of the things around me and others! thx" -anon.

"Thank you Gratitude, I first came to the cafe last year while doing Landmark Education in San Francisco!  I so much enjoyed my experience that I would drive me and some other friends from Fresno just to eat hear!  I moved to San Francisco in August to go to school, but mainly to work at this beautiful place.  Now I have gotten to be of service and experience the cafe as a server and customer!  Thank you for giving me inspiration and health in my life.  I will take this experience and knowledge with me to new places and new people.  Many blessings and love to all."  -Star Lacefield

"I just moved to the city, which has been a full range of emotions.  Cafe Gratitude made me realize what a great place I'm in and the possibility for growth here in all dimensions."  -Lauren

"I have a place to pamper my stomach.  I know when I'm in the area, I have a place to eat that heals my body.  Thanks for the healing food in the great atmosphere!"  -Aleta Sage

"I feel truely honored to thank Cafe Gratitude for being more aware of my spirit & soul, & the same Divinity in Everybody Else.  Being Grateful is an Easy word & concept, but actually being grateful is not an easy task, however once you attained that spirit-God will truely show himself to you (us).  So, Gracias, Muchas Gracias a 'diosito" y a todos de Cafe Gratitude.  Que Dios Los (Nos) Bendiga Siempre Mas.  AMOR DIVINO"  -Jem

"This place has made a difference in my life.  I learned about the power of community.  This is my home, these people are my family.  My unique path is now before me.  I need not worry about a thing.  Not about money.  Not about banks.  Not about taxes.  Not even hunger.  I am protected by a force beyond control.  I am trusting the unknown- true trust in the universe.  I am unveiling to my true intention to be love.  Intuition is the answer of GOD.  For those who will miss this stranger:  'Always remember, AI am you , thou art GOD FOCUS'."  -Kenner

"I'm a designer in 'Life Long Kindergarten'.  I want to pursue crazy design principles like 'design for skin-to-skin & human touch' but sometimes I think it's too far out.  This heavenly creation reminds me that I can and indeed must manifest my offerings with the same devotion & love as I was served with today.  Here's to live food & live life."  -Jay

"I am grateful to have been here to reconnect with my best friend.  We came, enjoyed each other's company , and our tummies are singing with joy" -Nadia

"I am grateful to be eating food that my sweet, dear, loving friend and mother of my godchildren prepared today.  Empress Sarah- I came here from Maui to be in your presence although your love is so big it is felt globally.  This community is a brighter place because of you.  And this Cafe  Gratitude is soaring to new vibrations + heightened awareness each moment!  How amazing!"  -Tracey

"The food here is amazingly delicious!!  We are beginning to come here all the time because we just can't get enough!!  This food makes us happy and have great feelings of joy when we leave.  We will be back for ETERNITY"  - C&G

"Cafe Gratitude has given me the strength and the courage to embrace a raw food lifestyle 100% and it serves as a house for new food, experiences and friendship.  Everytime I am here I meet someone special- both guests and servers.  Thank you for your vision & LOVE!!!" -Megan Dickson

"Cafe Gratitude has helped change my perception of raw food.  Being lactose intolerant, I am extremely grateful for the vegan coconut cream pie.  I've had a slice at the 9th Avenue location to commemorate my birthday this year + last year.  I am grateful for my two friends who have accompanied me to Cafe Gratitude this evening to share dessert & celebrate my birthday.  I love Cafe Gratitude & San Francisco." -Danielle Johnson

"Ziggy Marley's playin' right now & most definitely havin the Best day ever!  Always feel like hme @ Cafe Gratitude!  thanks for filling our plates & feeding our hearts." -Amy & Ruth

"I am Prosperous (unbelievable salad by the way!) because of the friends, family, memories and good times I have... not only because of what's in my bank account!"  -Trav

"I have tools for shifting my attention and am able to notice the perfection of the awakening, and to praise all that there is to be grateful for.  I have the freedom to choose what I want and how I feel.  I am no longer stuck in anything.  I am human and I can choose to be free.... Let's imagine what is possible for the world if all work environments could produce these kinds of results for people.  It would be a very different world." -Aya (Sacred Commerce, pp. xi)

"Greetings from Smawn-Thierry Browers.  'Mr. Chlorophyll' was here August 26th 2008 with Best of the Bay Area Stylist and Wardrobe Designer Miss Mary Carmack.  We had a spectacular diner including the Rawsome Burger and Thai Soup.  See you at the Raw Festival Sept 12th in Sedona."

"Thank you so much for the great and nourishing food.  It's so good.  The positive affirmations and vibes just make it that much better.  I've wanted to come here for a while and I wasn't dissapointed one bit.  Unfortunately I don't live here so I can't come on a regular basis.  If I lived here I'd be in here all the time- Open a restaurant in Vancouver or I'll have to move here.  Maybe that wouldn't be so bad.  San Francisco is a great city.  Much love, can't wait to be back." -Chris

"Power to the Peaceful!  We love how everyone plays the part of an overflowing loving experience here.  I keep coming back & brining more friends!!! Thank you!"  -Amy

"One of the most valuable things that Cafe Gratitude has taught me is how to savor and truly appreciate each bite, each morsel of food.  So much preparation goes into every item, every dessert, every drink.  I can feel the love and the effort put into each bite I consume, and knowing that makes me appreciate this space and all it has to offer so much.  This restaurant and it's dimensions provide the arena and the space for everything to unfold as it wants, as it needs to.  It frees and releases when needed and catches and supports when needed."  -anon.

" My name's Jean and I wanted to say thank you to Cafe Gratitude and Della in particular.
A week from last Sunday, I decided to check out Cafe Gratitude for the first time since it has been on my list for a while. I was having a rough, periodically crying my eyes out kind of day. I was so grateful for the refocus onto what I was grateful for and also for Della's service. She wasn't overwhelming as I dreaded. Her recommendations were perfect! And she was gentle about the question of the day. I say gentle because she gave my boyfriend and I the opt out for the question of the day and with that, it made it something we wanted to try answering. She was light, cheery, and  just what I needed and the food was awesome! I will be back for sure. :) Many Thanks.” –Jean

"Cafe Gratitude has helped me maintain a healthy, live-food diet and serenity while going through graduate school."  -Natazha

"Had a great time here with my incredible girlfriend.  Best raw pizza ever" -TC

"To all my gorgeous, luscious, fellow diners- Sending you thoughts of loving kindness, peace, prosperity, joy, laughter, tenderness, warmth, awesomeness, and love.  May your lives be filled with ease and comfort, today and always." -Jessica

"I am more aware of what goes into my body!  Thank you."  -Meehow

"Gratitude helped & guided me to find & open my over flowing never ending abundance fountain of joy!  I'm so grateful our paths joined to this amazing experience- creation- exploration.  I love you!  Special thanks to Matthew & Terces Engelhart for existing, loving, and sharing their insight of life"  -Merav

"My favorite place to eat on my 28th birthday!  Thank you for being a haven of knowledge, wisdom, love & tranquility."  -Andra & Dustin

"Tonight I'm here to celebrate my birthday.  I'm grateful to be here with my lovely Fiance, and to have a cruelty-Free, healthy meal.  It's great to have a place to eat that understands my lifestyle..."  -Jef

"It gives me something really special to share those who live in places with a very dominant mainstreem culture."  -David R.

"Cafe Gratitude has made me realize that people really love and need raw living foods & we can all melt into one love" -anon.

"I am fulfilled... after eating a delicious meal of organic live goodness.  I am revitalized. Thanks!"  -anon.

"Cafe Gratitude has made me more Bee-you-tiful!"  -MMMielle

"In so many ways, on so many days the bright ones, the fun ones, the hard days, the sad ones, the sick days, the days off, the 3 hour lunch break days.... the birthdays in so many ways Cafe Gratitude has changed inspired and made a difference in my life.  The feeling of family of belonging being abundant, the presence, the dedication and devotion Matthew and Terces are allows me to be the same.  The lessons, the learning, giving more and more and receiving, being received, supported, adored, honored.  The laughter and giggles and smiles and play...... seated outside on a sunny day and did I mention the food?  The rawness, the richness, the nourishment the divine craving of green juice and green food and dessert, oh dessert how I love you.  But most of all to that I have choice in my emotional & physical well being.  Cafe Gratitude has provided a base for transformation in so many different ways.  When i feel like life is stuck & set a certain way, it's comforting & inspiring knowing that there is a place & community who supports & expects only the best.  Cafe Gratitude has made me realize that there can be a "healthy" future & "alternative" food can taste good, that I cna have power in my choice of food& create whatever my body & taste buds desire strictly from what the earth has given us.  I've realized & experienced the importance of community.  Since I've been a part of this food & commnity life has been AMAZING!  Thank you!  Once sick- now unstopable!" –Ian

"One of the most valuable things that Cafe Gratitude has taught me is how to savor and truly appreciate each bite, each morsel of food.  So much preparation goes into every item, every dessert, every drink.  I can feel the love and the effort put into each bite I consume, and knowing that makes me appreciate this space and all it has to offer so much.  This restaurant and its dimensions provide the arena and the space for everything to unfold as it wants, as it needs to.  It frees and releases when needed and catches and supports when needed." -anon.

"... I am so greatful for this restaurant.  Finally, I don't have to make all of my live food.  I come here as much as possible.  I make that I have enough budget to buy the food that I crave for- which are live food all the time.  If I had so much monetary wealth, I would eat here for breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day of the week.  I brought the love of my life here many times and she loves it.  I wish that more would open somewhere closer to Daly City."  -C

"Thank you.  I feel that is the most important thing I could ever say, and being here @ the Cafe has helped me to realize that.  Thank you, for bringing together all of the right people @ the right time, just in time.  Because of Cafe, I've become so much more aware of the importance of food, the importance of eating RAW FOOD.  I may never have known that I could feel so good simply by changing my diet!  Now I am 95-100% raw and probably never going back.  Also, I've learned to connect with people in a way I never imagined.  All of my relationships ar emore clear, all of the time.  I am now comfortable in my skin.  I am now comfortable and confident walking up to anyone (even any group of peole (wow!)) and fully being myself.  I feel I have found a community of people I love, can rely on, and feel comfortable bine relied on for the past year working @ Cafe Gratitude has been the most magical year of my life, and I know it's not going to stop.  Poetry in food, walls & atmosphere; all by vision, hand & taste with the all-giving soul.  ALL here is creativity for contagious spread- as in raw/vegan foods are out here with people that I yearn to interact for-> stimulation & love!"  -A

"Cafe Gratitude has been a wonderful place to gather, meet new friends, and nourish my body, mind, and soul.  What an amazing community that has been built here~ and what an incredible example it is to the world.  Thanks for your delicious food made with love & care, your book, workshop, and game.  You are both an inspiration- may we spread the love around the world.  Congratulations on 2 years- let it continue to expand!"  -Stacey

"Thank you for providing Gratitude for the community.  I learned of raw/living foods in feb of '05 and found Gratitude shortly thereafter.  I am very grateful to have a place that provides the environment, attitude and food that it does.  The Abounding River has been an excellent resource for personal growth along with the logbook.  Thanks again, and best thoughts for your continued success!"  -Craig Merrilees

"Yeah!  For Gratitude and all who have great attitude.  Love life with extra-ordinary magnitude.  Sharing and caring for us with goods from local longitude and latitude.  Those who bring healthful eating to a higher altitude.  Give thanks to those co-creators natures courageous curators.  Maholo for your aloha" - Ananta Das

"Thank you for giving me a space where my spirit, mind & hunger can come together to be fed!"  -Laney

"I'm totally inspired by your restaurant.  I'm your typical rib-eye steak & potatoes kind of guy.  I was coerced by a regular of yours and hesitant to come.  I was very impressed by your overall theme, selection of food, quality & taste.  I always heard of madonna eating raw food and thought she'd gone crazy.  You've made me a convert and I'll be back!" -J

"Mathew & Terce, It's hard to put into words the transformation in my life and now lives of others since coming in Cafe Gratitude and seeing Mathew running around like a shoe salesman and Terce in the kitchen.  I got laugh from the food but also from orderin the 'I ams' and being confirmed I am.  I accused you of 'druggin the food' and got sent to LANDMARK 'for re-education'.  Well I am in graduate school now and 'It's getting better all the time'  My mission now is to support bring it to the people' as best I can.  Love and World Peace." -Ronoaldo

"Raw.. Raw.  Has made me, so greaaatte!  In everyway.... love it all never so better.." -Pepe R.

"Everything provides an impact- you get to decide if it is a negative or positive one!  Very interesting to me how you popped up right at the physical eppicenter of so many things in the past.  I enjoy the opportunity to find appropriate timming and patients for this place and how to keep it positive.  You guys are very fun and I enjoy how individual you remain!"  -anon.

"Terces & Matthew- the crazy idea of this place has brought me a huge pile of miracles that I never imagined possible.  From the gift of beinga part of this genesis of something as powerfull as this cafe, to the wonder of my self- worth and acceptance, the amazing people who have come into my life because of this place, to transforming my family, all my friends, my life to a clean me, to all the other places I've worked.  I have brought this place everywhere I go with all the faith you guys taught me and empowered me to have by being it yourselves.  In you guys, I have seen the love relationship I want and now know is possible.  This place is a non-stop miracle in my life.  It offers me a place to exceed in my skill in food service and championing those I love.  So- from all my family, friends, co-workers, and me who now ask ourselves, "what are we grateful for?"- we love you and thank you.  You are miracles!"  -Mollie Anne Church

"Dearest Genius Cafe Gratitude family,  you have made all the positive and wonderful impact on the quality of my sf life.  I love that you are here!" -Doug

"Oh my Goodness!!!  Let's see... Cafe G has changed my home, expanded who my family is, my love life... basically my whole life would be completely different if I didn't walk in here in 2/2005 and come up to the bar where a radiant beautiful woman with clear blue eyes met me looking to work here (the one + only Jade).  Thank you for introducing me to the concept  of 'the muscle'- where I put my attention.  (I heart working out with my fam.)  Thaks for creating a space for so many hot, sexy, beautiful, fun, sweet, shining + curious people.  Thank you!  Much love!"  -Emily Nutmeg N.

"The difference that Cafe Gratitude has made in my life is that I actually get that anything is possible!  That I am an open channel to give & receive!  That I can get my life out of being great & working towards the greater common goal!  May your lives always be filled with joy love + abundance"  -Anna

"This is only my second time at Cafe Gratitude, but I am so appreciative of your existence and that we can celebrate your anniversary/ birthday on International woman's day.  Thank you for making the world beautiful" -Caroline

"Been hear 10 min- and I'm SOLD!!" -Adam Trevor Billurg

"Cafe Gratitude has provided the space for me to realize my greatness, and in turn allowed the world to receive it!  The support and endless patiance that you and this community have provided in my life is outstanding!!  I have seen so many people's lives be touched in a way that I thought was not possible from a place of work.  Cafe Gratitude has given me my healthy self worth and sense of awe and inspiration where I was in a place of doubt.  I am forever grateful!! I love you.  Thanks for the family"  - Jade Vanderford

"This is my first time here, celebrating International Women's Day w/ 3 amazing women.  Everyting I've had so far has been delicious adventure.  Thank you.  I'll be back... often."  -Dionne

"The things we do with intention, we do with truth a greatness.  That intention carries to the rest of the wrold and a small ripple begins to resonate with all life.  Thank you for giving us a place to resonate with internallyl & externally, a place that lets us put forth intention that begins to vibrate a little harder together.  My fondest and gentlest blessings." -Zophy

"I started coming to eat at Gratitude because my girlfriend loves this place. Over the last few months I've gotten hooked as well.  You guys are sooooo friendly and welcoming and cheery.  Also, the food is awesome, especially the desserts.  I am a chocoholic and have become addicted to the "Bliss."  Anyway congratulations and best wishes."  -David Robinson

"Thank you for the nourishment.  Physical & spiritual.  Thank you for being the change you want to see in the world and for providing the space & tools for others to do the same.  Much love & many blessings."  -Amber

"Ti Terces & Matthew.  Tanks for ereting congratulecions.  Forever Happy."  -Nelly Y Bernardino

"Terces & Matt!  Muchas Gracias por su espiritu & energia.  Para todos to do... para todas todo... para tod@s el mundo.  Gracias!" -anon.

"Felicitaciones por su segundo aniversario y que sean muchos mas son los deseos de Jod y Ale" -anon.

"Cafe Gratitude came into my life quite accidentally... and ever since that day, the place, these people have become my most cherrished, warm, heartfelt memories and visions when I'm not here.  It is my sacred place, my new family.  The warmth I feel here from all I encounter, even the people who don't work here... it's magical, it's wonderful, it's beautiful!  I'm grateful to have found this palce at a time when it was greatly needed!  A gift to me from the Gods!  I've been truly blessed!"  -Danielle

"My Experience of Cafe Gratitude thus far... *Being *Love *open * flow *clear *blessed *song *Richly Alive *complete and whole just as I am *childlike *expanded *the revolution *joy *possibility... and busting up old patterns, fear, resistance to receiving & to fully experiencing true vulnerability- The alchemy of authentic community infuses my being with it's mystical transformational magic; pushing me, challenging me, revisioning me- but all the while holding me in its loving embrace ***** Thank you.  Gracias.  Merci."  -Lucian

"Thank you Gratitude.  I just made a new friend!"  -Fizaseal

"Grateful for having the space to be able to talk @ changing the world."  -M.

"Cafe Gratitude is amazing!  I went to the one in Berkeley, + now here.  Would you PLEASE come to Santa Barbara , too?  The weather's better!!"  -Liz

"After eating frequently at Cafe Gratitude... I don't know if it is the ambiance, name of cafe or the vitamins and minerals in the foods, but all of the sudden instead of being depressed about life, I started to count all the things I am grateful for in my very awesome life.  Examples, 1.  my health 2. my family 3. my son 4. my spirituality (many deities) 5. my heritage 6. my dog & cat 7. my house & car 8. my job 9. my friends 10. my awareness.  Thanks... Cafe Gratitude"  -anon.

What difference has Cafe Gratitude Made in your life?  "the gift of integrity (in/out/out/in/out), and the loving challenge to share myself honestly and live powerfully" -Eden (2006)

"Que lugar delicioso.  Quel endroit magique.  What amazing people.  Rassembles clans une ambiance harmonicuse.  Creyendo en el placer de la conversacion.  Today I am grateful for my mother.  The good times we spent together.  Life is good with people you love."  -anon.

"Cafe Gratitude makes me want to let beauty bloom from within me.  Makes me want to eat/love/drink/live/play/be heathly.  Makes me want to work here.  Meakes me want to make CD's for the shops.  Makes me happy.  I dance inside & out when I eat here."  -Serah

"Dear Cafe G family, Thank you for showing me how uch more I can give, mby how much you give, and continue to give, so freely.  It inspires me to give more- and more- here's to never stopping.  Thank you, bless you."  -Louise + Jeff

"Cafe Gratitude makes me feel warm... like peeing my pants!  Or, put your hand in warm worm castings..." -anon.

"Cafe Gratitude has brought me + my family many joyful- joy full moments.  We bought the game, also, + brought it home + had a very unique, surprising + positive thanksgiving.  It feels like home here.  Thank you for being here + doing what you all do so beautifully."  -Sasha + Esposio family

"I am grateful for key lime pie- it makes me awaken to my magical spirit of universal wholeness.  Is that cool or what" -Sneha

"This space, here in the mission, has welcomed me so generously.  It has been a space for my questions, a space for my soul's journey, a space for my own healing in it's unique way.  A place where I have been honored for being my truest expression, and where I have learned to honor others and look closer to see them.  Matthew and Terces embody true eldership, native loving and dancing with all of their light and shadow.  I am deeply grateful for the continual offering and invitation, that the spirit of Cafe Gratitude invokes!"  -Jack

"Everyone's so beautiful.  I am grateful gratitude!"  -anon.

"Finding this special place has only been the beginning of my long journey in life.  I am alive and I am blessed.  Thank you for all of the amazing food, people and dreams that are here.  Make your own reality.  Believe.  We are all gods in control of our life.  Let go of everything- get rid of all the destractions.  Feel the energy and find your destiny... and of all things love yourself and everything around you"  -Brandi

"We love Gratitude!  We feel happy and peaceful!" -anon.

"Graditude, Reminds me, each time I pass by or dine in. What I'm Grateful for.  The lesson of the Buffallo- Abundance starts with giving Thanks."  -Seango

"I love it here, too!  My best friend Chris introduced me, I see my friends Tracy and Jilian here, go here with my girlfriend Laurie, and one of the waiters used to be a student at where I used to teach!  I'm grateful!" -Scott

"Thank you for macadamia nut crusted vegan wild lemon meringue pie, perfect as flavors come sensual and filling"  -Rebeca

"I love this place!  When my mother and sister were visiting I brought them here- they were vegan virgins and the waiter was so amazing in explaining everything and making them so welcome and open up a warm wonderful sharing among us.  Thank you."  -Laurie

"We are gracious for Cafe Gratitude.  Thank you."  -DRass

"This place has been a center a place to come to find what I need, to have fun, to connect- to play, to love laugh a breathe life into my life- I love this place and am so grateful it exists- its the center of community for me in so many ways I love cafe gratitude and the people and food and the way I find everything I need here is amazing people, places, loving life- being okay with myself having fun, loving being served + taken care of its all so amazing- thank you for this place to come have to- thank you for all these people and this place- a la la ho, amen."  -anon.

"From you I receive 2 you I give together we share & from this we live.. so much love & gratitude. Shalom.  -Lela

"Cafe Gratitude has made many differences in my life!  *I awake EAGER to have my breakfast amongst the beaming smiles of the gracious + beautiful staff. *I'm now eating a 70% raw/live. *I own nearly every book you sell. *I want to live with most of the wait people in a communal environment! Thank you for the joys you bring to my life" -A Sister Mable

"I've been doing raw for 2+ years.  I appreciate your place so when I'm busy I can drop by and get something great, nutrient rich + tasty to eat; especially the desserts." -Janie Wong

"Cafe Gratitude has exposed my demons even further into the light" -anonymous satanist

"Cafe Gratitude makes me feel like rainbows and unicorns.  Thank you Cafe 'G'" -Mawula

"Gracious + kind!!  ANNA's the BEST (what a talent!) Yum!!" -Scayer

" 'Sugar free' and 'wheat-free' desserts!  I guess I wont be losing weight- but life sure is sweeter!  (I get dessert 2-3 X/week here!)" -Michelle

"Cafe Gratitude has made it much easier for me to remain 99% raw-live for sustained period of time, 25 days now!  Quite an accomplishment for a sugar addict.  I'm still getting raw desserts daily though.  Give Thanks!" -Demarns

"Wow that was so beautiful.  Thank you!  We played the abundance game and healed all sorts of deep dark parts of ourselves."  -Jo

"Cafe Gratitude!  Oh what bliss- this is my last stop on a special trip to S.F. - I'm so grateful for all your love poured into this tastey food.  Many thanks!" -anon.

"From Esalen to S.F. (where my heart always is) to Cafe Gratitude- what an oasis.  As another customer said to us when we walked in- 'you have arrived in paradise' :).  Many blessings to you and much gratitude." -Esalen
 
"Food is not life but it sure helps keeping it going!"  -Neal Grace

"Being able to acknowledge myself!  Finding out that there's an entire universe serving me!  At every moment!  Mmmm that's some good air I'm breathing.  I'm getting tuned into some powa'!" -anon.

"Thank you to the vision and execution of a time that has come for our dancing with the sheparding The Planet Earth.  Cafe Gratitude brings The Everything to us all.. our planet, our plants, our animals, our humans all benefit and grown in love from The Sun of this idea brought to BE.  Thank you for your work/play here!!!" -anon.

"It's ALL about the Himalayan salt & spiritual guidance..." -Thelissa C.

"I love this place so much and I always feel so happy, comfortable, and at home when I'm here.  The food is so good, SO GOOD!!" -anon.

"My mother was astonished when she came here.  She normally eats lots of bacon + steak + burgers + Jenny Craig meals and the like. She didn't think she'd be able to survive a meal here, but she couldn't believe how tasty the food was, and afterwards she said she felt high off the food!  Thank you, Cafe Gratitude... you are AWAKENING!" -Margo (Living Tree Community Foods)

"After devoting years of y life to 'bring raw foods mainstream' Cafe Gratitude is a brilliant shining example of my vision work & intention made manifest.  Keep it up, keep it going, keep blessing the bellies of the world with all that yummy good lovin.  Thank you, I am eternally greatful.  We are making a difference" -Terie Z.

"Thanking you all for every beautiful smile given as I walk through the doors." -J.

"I give a sigh of relief everytime I walk in... this is the energy that I want to want out in... may it expand outwards like ripples on the pond.  PS the desserts are... indescribable (esp the 'cheesecake')." -Kabe

"Thanks so much for an amazing eating experience.  My body & soul have been sustained & loved!"  -Deb Connelly

"Wow!  What an incredible experience.  The love and energy present in the space is truly amazing.  Eden was full of grace and beauty, and most helpful.  I will most definitly be back."  -Dave Archibald

"So nutritious, and so deliscious!  Thanks for being here!"  -Katie Mallaley

"I love the energy in this place.  We played your game (and bought it) + we were present to love, passion, respect, reverence + gratitude."  -Dar Archibald

"Completely changed my bowel movements" -Kiki

"One of the things I miss the most about cooked food has been a good Indian Curry.  The Masala Gobi dish was FANTASTIC!  Just what I had been craving.  This has to be the best raw Indian dish I've ever tasted.  I think it belongs on the permanent menu and I look forward to eating it again."  -Ian

"I am always smile when I'm here" -Conwoy

"Thank you, Cafe Gratitude!  For coming into my life." -D.

"I always thank you for reminding us that we can make a difference.  More than an inspiration an example to us all!  You have been a home to me." -Heather & Sadie Mae

"The difference CG has made in my life:  I found my self here.  An amazing community.  I got what it is to be great w/ people, to love everyone, to create & to receive.  I got my life back.  Thank you to all the amazing people at this amazing creation.  All my love."  -Jessica

"I am more inspired, more fulfilled, and a little bit more blessed by this experience.  Thank you."  -Amber

"Yum- Yum in the tummy" -Hubba

"Dear Cafe Gratitude, You all have made our neighborhood bustling with good people, love, and deliciousness.  THANK YOU!" -Dedre & Sade

"My friends make fun of me for bringing them here... but I can't help being Vegan and liking raw foods" -anon.

"Dear Cafe G!  Can't wait for you to open up all your glory & greatness down South in L.A. - Your one-day workshop has changed my life & I live w/ your message daily to live in in ABUNDANCE-  May your flight for abundance end in victory always- much happiness to you, yours, your extended family & the community you've so graciously nurtured w/ your presence" -C.

"Today 'I am blessed' and if I succeed in being a blessing in the lives of other than I know I have been worthwhile- thank you for the nourishment & supporting individuals to be instruments of love, light, truth and wisdom" -Kenday

"My partner 'went raw' in Jan 2006.  We live in Sacramento so we are even more greatful to come to THE City where she can eat out- & who would of thought being vegan- which I am- would be so easy.  Please open a Cafe Gratitude in Sacramento." -anon.

"Cafe Gratitude:  An oasis, a revitalization, welcoming smiles, encouragement, a nurturing environment, conversation, alternative lifestyles, funky fashion, positive thoughts, live affirmations, friendly offerings, a kind word to set me on my way... Thank you for all that you provide to our community!  We cherish your generous spirit!!!" -Mary Dollar

"Fly and spread your Abundance throughout the world... universe" -anon.

"Blossom out baby!  You Rock!"  -Honey Brie

"I started eating raw (1 1/2 yrs. ago) after coming here.  Since I have been eating live my liver test is normal.  I am happy, I am grateful.  I live in a state of hope and focus on the positive"  -Rutil

"Cafe Gratitude made my mom happy... & me" -anon.

"Where to begin... love its has provided me with endless love, hope + inspiration.  I finally feel HOME.  Sure, I work here + my life has never been so fullfilled- the friends are endless the community is thriving + I'm more alive + HAPPY than I have ever been.  My health + mental clarity has soared into the heavens & I FINALLY LOVE cherish & honor the true Goddess I am.  Unconditional love admiration & respect" -Jacqueline

"The COSMIC food at Cafe Gratitude has given me the clarity and inner wisdom to live a heal-thy life and connect to pure transcendental energy... and drained my bank account.  Goddess Blessings!  ps- Landmark forum is a crock o' shit <3" -anon.

"Cafe Gratitude has offered me knowledge about raw food and the juice is much appreciated.... It has forced me to dig deep and try to reconcile that ultimately we all have our own paths.  So dig deep kids, trust your intuition and let nobody such you in.  Thanks for the Awesome Food!" -anon.

"I realize that it's not just the food, not even just the words, but the FEELING, the INTENTION, the  GOODWILL behind it all that makes the world truly spin around... Thanks!" -anon.

"Thanks for spreading so much love into the world.  It's amazing to watch it grow!" - anon.

"OMG THIS PLACE IS THE BEST!!  Thank you thank you thank you for offering such beautiful & energetic food & wonderful happy staff.  YOU ROCK!  -Scarlet

"Thank you Cafe Gratitude.  You're wonderful place to be, enjoy and eat with lovely friends.  Blessings to all the great food preps, chefs and staff.  This is a blessed place to just be in the flow.  Love & Light" -Ed Maz

"Wonderful experience!!  Beautiful people!!"  -anon.

"Cafe Gratitude has become a haven of fun, self-expression, presence and being in the flow of life.  I love going to any of their locations and feeling connected to people and community whether I'm eating with friends or alone. The atmosphere & the environment at a Cafe Gratitiude reminds me how rich and abundant our lives really are.  And it also reminds me how good raw food can be and how much I still love eating meat.  You guys have created an outstanding product."  -Mark W.

"Cafe Gratitude- what a concept!  Because of you- I have changed my diet and am cruising at 85% raw vegan organic foods.  I feel better- look better (lost 20 lbs in 3 months)- am clearer + higher- <3 <3 <3 to you for making it real"  -Max O'Neil

"By eating more mindfully, C.G. has taught me to live a more mindful, loving and celebratory life.  For this I am eternally grateful"  -Perry

"Thank you for the amazingly delicious food- I came from Arizona to San Francisco w/ my priority being to try the foods here.  Excellent ambiance, nice soap ;) and incredible food- I ate every bite.  Please come to Pheonix!  The 'Valley of the Sun" needs y'all!" -CC

"I love the environment, the postive and grateful friends you make, the natural elements that are within every cup or plate that is served and the most organic and human essence on every person that comes in and leaves with joy and a awesome experience.  Greetings & love 2 all my friends in Cafe Gratitude" -Juan Ceruantes

"Eat it up, yum!" -Simmy

"Thank you for the positive, sweet loving energy- always gives me a boost & is inspirational.  Thank you." -Bart Lavicka

"Thank you for your wonderful food.  It is muy bien!  I am thankful to be here with the one I love!" -Vanessa E. Guerrero

"I am grateful for raw foods & sharing my life with you!" -anon.

"I love cacao.  I love maca.  I love ginger.  I AM RAD!  I love me!  I am love!  I love that what the normal asleep world considers foolish eccentricities  this world embraces as the beauty and life that I am.  I love being allowed and encouraged to express myself freely without judgment & drama. I love being fully supported in my journey to be love and be myself.  I love being able to affirm myself without being alienated and persecuted as arrogant." -Steffon Haaby

"A great place to eat. Food is progressive- evolved.  Attitude of helping and especially sitting at the table to take orders- great!"  -Cari

"Cafe 'Tude is way awesome; helps me stay raw, which is, of course, the way to be.  Also, many cool people create a vibe of coolness and hope for the future" -Larry

"Dear Cafe Gratitude, We had a lot of fun.  We are 10 and 11 years old.  We love the food, especially the dessert.  There was a birthday today and we danced to the funkey music!! We had a blast, we LOVE it here.  Every one's SO nice and funn.  Makenzie was here!  And Zoe too!!"

"I am full of greatness- I am greatful!"  -EVS

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