There are a handful of foods the vast majority of North American children grow up with and universally love. Boxed mac and cheese is one of them. For most, this pantry staple came in an iconic, blue Kraft box and featured the loveable dinosaur mascot, Cheesasaurus Rex, surfing on waves of molten cheese on TV. … [Read more…]
Everyone can make a cake. At the most basic level, a boxed mix will suffice. However, there is no boxed mix for pie. Pie is more complex, and consequently, more impressive. One must master a crust that is both buttery and flaky yet pliable enough to manipulate into a detailed lattice. Next, there is the … [Read more…]
The 1990s was a big decade for coffee in America. And, if you think about popular culture at the time, it makes sense. Everyone was watching Friends, in which the Central Perk coffee shop was the backdrop to most canned laughter gags. And Frasier, another popular sitcom of the 1990s, was often set in Cafe … [Read more…]
With restaurants across five continents, restaurateur, cookbook author, and celebrity chef Matthew Kenney has built a formidable fleet of vegan restaurants. Kenney’s signature style emphasizes the use of whole food, plant-based ingredients, such as seasonal fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds, and grains to craft high-end dishes. His signature raw vegan lasagna, which features zucchini … [Read more…]
In 2021, Starbucks introduced its first vegan-as-is holiday beverage: the Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte. Alongside two new exciting oat milk options, the winter drink joins the lineup of returning holiday specials such as the Chestnut Praline Latte and Peppermint Mocha—all vegan with certain modifications. When you’re in the mood for something cheery in the form … [Read more…]
While we often prefer to pick a vegan restaurant over a non-vegan chain, sometimes, the latter is the most convenient choice—especially if you’re dining with several other people who may have different dietary requirements and preferences. Luckily, plenty of chains have vegan options now, and Panera is no exception. The next time you’re at Panera—either … [Read more…]