Veganuary begins on January 1st. You can celebrate plant-based nutrition for the entire month. Sign me up. I’m in! Perfect timing after the food friendly holiday season. It’s been a good two months of eat, drink and be merry. So maybe this challenge is for you. You can pledge to try a vegan option daily. You can even … Read More
Vegan coquito is here to save the holiday! The yummy blend of coconut, milk and spices has been remixed and tastes as good as ever. I grew up in the Bronx surrounded by masters of the mix. When I tell you, the race to win the crown for the best coquito was a serious one. Pronounced, Koh-Kee-Toh, vegan … Read More
Prosecco is always welcome at our house. It’s the official sparkling wine of Italy and we enjoy it year round. When it comes to the holiday season, I like to create new looks and flavors for our guests. I went to a party and they served a glass of sparkling wine with cranberries and cranberry juice. It was … Read More
Vegan hummus board sounds like some kind of transportation. You might not be able to travel on it but it’s worth the effort. This one is made with just five ingredients. What’s cool about making a vegan hummus board is that you call the shots. Whatever veggies you have at the ready are perfect. It’s a versatile appetizer … Read More
Pumpkins cookies make fall really fall. I mean come on. Nothing says after-school in October like a pumpkin cookie! And let’s not forget that the spiced pumpkin latte is also right up there with pumpkin cookies. I recently discovered a sale on pumpkin puree at the market and came home with one thing on my mind. Yes, you … Read More
Creamsicle pops taste like frozen sunshine. Who says that frozen treats jump off the menu in August? Not me! School is in session. We are back to work. So I say, let’s enjoy this summertime treat during the warm days of fall. What’s fun about the creamsicle pop is that it’s the best of two worlds. First, there’s … Read More
Bruschetta made with tomato and peaches is an easy and tasty way to get more plants on your plate. The traditional version has a tomato base. It’s often made with herbs like basil along with balsamic vinegar and garlic. In fact, did you know that bruschetta actually refers to the slices of bread and not the actual topping? … Read More
Pineapple Whip was all I heard the last time I was at Disney World. This cold, sweet and creamy treat was the number one request from the kids and the adults. It didn’t matter that the line was always long. No one asked for soda. No one asked for ice cream. It was all about the pineapple whip. … Read More