As the nights draw in and the temperatures drop, it’s safe to say, curling up on the sofa with a good book (or a great series to binge-watch) is becoming all the more appealing. Embracing a little bit of hygge this fall and winter (which is the Danish word for a cozy, contented feeling) comes … [Read more…]
When the dessert craving strikes, it doesn’t come with patience. There is only one way to tame that tingly, near-crazed state of mind, and that is with something sweet, fast. True, a pint of vegan ice cream or a box of cookies closes the gap between craving and satisfaction faster than something you can craft … [Read more…]
In its raw form, the humble potato doesn’t look like much. But honestly, when it comes to this tuber vegetable, the limit truly does not exist. It can be anything and everything, and it works in pretty much any dish, with any flavor profile. Its potential truly knows no bounds. And that means that it … [Read more…]
Research suggests that half of Americans feel like they couldn’t live without chocolate. And honestly, we have to agree. What’s life without a sweet treat every now and again? While many chocolate desserts are made with dairy, animal ingredients are not necessary to create a delicious after-dinner indulgence. Each of the recipes below is super … [Read more…]
If asked to find the tofu in any given grocery store, many would gravitate toward the refrigerated section. However, silken tofu can also be found as a shelf-stable product in an aseptic box. There are a plethora of recipes that benefit from this type of tofu—from desserts to savory dips. Here’s how to use silken … [Read more…]
Americans may love a health trend, but that hasn’t stifled their love for these foil-wrapped toaster pastries. Pop-Tart sales have continued to grow steadily since the 1980s, selling over 2 billion Pop-Tarts a year. Like any child, teen, or adult, we also love a glazed, flaky crust filled with jam. Straight from the foil, toaster, … [Read more…]
Sometimes, it seems like tacos get all the glory. They even have a day devoted to them every week. However, today, we’re celebrating International Day of the Nacho with 10 vegan recipes that are crunchy, gooey, and shareable. Invented in 1943 by a man named Ignacio Anaya, nachos are a no-stress dish that can be … [Read more…]
Thousands of years ago, in the mountains of Peru, Chile, and Bolivia, the people of the Inca empire ate a diet rich in plants like peppers, squash, corn, and avocados. But their mother grain or chisaya mama was quinoa. The Incas believed that quinoa was sacred. But because of this spiritual importance, when the Spanish colonized … [Read more…]
In the last few years, brunch has become seriously popular. This late morning meal (which is a portmanteau of breakfast and lunch) is usually enjoyed on vacation or at the weekend, at around 11am, with a frothy coffee or even a mimosa. It can be literally anything you want it to be—hence the popularity. If … [Read more…]
Excuse us as we state the obvious, but when you’re vegan, every day is vegan day. However, without a holiday to prompt us, many of us live within the comfortable patterns we have designed for ourselves—particularly when it comes to our food choices. But, with World Vegan Day on the horizon, let’s take advantage of … [Read more…]