Hello, I too have just embarked on the Macrobiotic way of life and after just one month, I feel terrific. I haven't missed sweet foods very much as my passion is nuts, but I do bake a lot of cakes and entertain quite a bit, so I need to find some good alternatives. I made up a recipe this morning just putting Amasake and veg oil in with dates and hazlenuts and that was nice, but I'd love a good carrot cake recipe and any other deserts if you don't mind forwarding them to me. I'd also be interested to hear how you got started on Macrobiotics and any tips you have for good healthy varied eating. I'm like a sponge for knowledge at the moment. Thank you in advance. Gel UK.