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Chickpeas: Benefits, Uses and Why I Keep Roasting Them
During my recent Substack Live, I found myself giving chickpeas the praise they deserve. Because really—can we talk about the absolute versatility of the humble chickpea? I use them to make hummus. Falafel too. I toss them into salads and grain bowls. But one of my absolute favorite things to do is roast them until they’re crispy,... Read More
3 Plant Based Myths That Get in the Way of Progress
Plant-based myths can make you nervous. The words vegan and vegetarian still cause raised eyebrows in some places. The concept of eating mostly plants or not eating animal products is not new. What is new is how much access we have to information about vegan and vegetarian lifestyles. So, it’s important to get clear about the difference... Read More
Plant-Based Fourth of July Recipes for Your BBQ
Creating plant-based 4th of July recipes for your BBQ is easier than you think. When most people think about a Fourth of July BBQ, they imagine hot dogs, hamburgers, and a grill packed with meat. I think about the juicy watermelon, the colorful salads and of course the corn on the cob! I’m also a fan of... Read More
Gut Health and Wellness: What Prebiotics, Probiotics, and Postbiotics Really Do
There is nothing quite like food poisoning to make you suddenly aware of your gut. One bad meal can leave you with stomach cramps, fever and of course the desire to never be too far from the bathroom. When you survive it, you often emerge exhausted, dehydrated, bloated, and questioning everything you eat afterward. After recently dealing... Read More
The Solo Dining Experience at Bouldin Creek Cafe
Austin is a beautiful city. I attended the SXSW conference and in between all of the sessions and networking, I spent time visiting vegan and plant-forward restaurants. I am almost always alone when I’m checking out these spots, so I found myself one early afternoon having a solo dining experience at the Bouldin Creek Cafe. The Cafe... Read More
Candied Yams: How to Make Them Nice and Easy
Candied yams on the table is a nod to soul food at its best. I have seen the battle for the yummy and it’s no joke! Everyone has their reason for loving this sugary side dish. For me, it’s the way the butter meets the brown sugar. This is one of those sides that can actually become... Read More
Plant-Based Wellness: My Journey to Energy and Joy
Plant-based wellness is not one dimensional. When I first started thinking about wellness, I thought it was all about food. Eat right, avoid the “bad” stuff, and everything else would fall into place. But as I continued to lean into my new lifestyle, I realized that true wellness is so much more than what’s on your plate.... Read More
Liquid Gold Olive Oil: Inside Kelis’ Culinary Evolution and Farming Journey
Liquid Gold Olive Oil. It sounds like something you’d hear in a luxury skincare commercial. Who knew that Grammy-nominated artist Kelis would be bringing more than her “Milkshake” to the yard? But here we are. Kelis—flipped the script on everyone when she entered her farming era. A true example of following your own north star. We still... Read More