These brothers are shaking up the health food scene in Arkansas as owners of Taziki’s Mediterranean Café and I Love Juice Bar. In this exclusive conversation with our sister publication Fit Arkansas, Jake and Tommy Keet share some of their go-to wellness tips, tricks and secrets.
Read the full interview and get more insider looks at Little Rock chefs on FitArkansas.com.
Jake and Tommy Keet
What is your top tip for healthy eating?
Don’t burn yourself out trying to eat every meal healthy. Pick a cheat day and look forward to it. Variety in flavors and meals is important. 80/20 is a good goal.
What item on your menu do you most recommend to those looking for something healthy?
The Salmon Mediterranean Salad at Taziki’s is delicious, filling, healthy and has a wonderful balance of protein and leafy greens, legumes and nuts. At I Love Juice Bar there are a multitude of healthy choices — the entire menu is gluten free and vegetarian.
Must-have kitchen tool?
Jake: My chef’s knife — I use it every day.
Tommy: My wine opener — it just makes life a little easier after a long day.
Common misconception people have about eating healthy?
That it can’t taste good, and that snacking is bad. Healthy snacking during the day will help increase your metabolism.
Favorite meal of the day: Breakfast (J); Dinner (T)
Favorite vegetable: Collard greens (J); Asparagus (T)
Secret recipe you’ll never reveal: The tomato chutney aioli at Taziki’s
Go-to meal when you’re short on time: Baked salmon with quinoa and fresh veggies
Guilty pleasure food: Pizza (J); A great cheeseburger (T)