With four locations in the San Francisco Bay Area--two in San Francisco, one in Berkeley, and one in San Rafael--Café Gratitude has become well known in the alternative community for its inspiring environment and distinctive, flavorful organic foods.

In I Am Grateful, co-founders Terces and Matthew Engelhart present their view of life and their business philosophy. Terces also presents her own story of personal healing, sharing with the reader her recovery from food addiction while explaining the benefits of an organic lifestyle.

The book’s gorgeous, full-color photographs accompany easy-to-follow recipes for the cafés' most popular items, making it easy for readers to prepare live foods at home. Recipes include such café favorites as "I am Luscious", a satisfying raw cacao smoothie, as well as juices, soups, and appetizers. There are also entrancing entrees like "I am Elated" spicy rolled enchiladas and delicious desserts including "I am Amazing" lemon meringue pie with a macadamia nut crust.