Purple sweet potatoes are just beautiful. I grew up with white potatoes in my potato salad. The orange version ruled my childhood. It wasn’t until I was a full grown adult that I discovered the purple sweet potato. I’ve been getting groceries delivered for a while but last week I went out to shop. I always get excited … Read More
Rice bowl, grain bowl, pasta bowl. You get the idea. Whenever I start planning a “bowl”, I have to decide what the foundation will be. I opened the fridge today and saw a huge pot of brown rice. I knew there was a rice bowl in my future. The Rice Bowl Supports a Plant-Based Lifestyle I grew up … Read More
Did you grow up with the cylinder of cranberry sauce on the table at Thanksgiving or Christmas? I remember that it wiggled like an older version of jello. I loved that it was all at once tangy and sweet. We used to slice it evenly and according to the lines embedded on it from being in the can … Read More
The temperature dipped this week, and the only thing on my mind was black bean soup.That and a heavier jacket! As soon as I felt a shiver, I was at the grocery store. But when I got there—whew! I could not believe my eyes. A single can of black bean soup was $5.69. I’m not kidding. Sure, it … Read More
Vegan Halloween candies are hiding in plain site. Looking for candies that don’t contain animal products? Me too! Want a little sweet treat for you and the kiddos? I’ve got you covered. No gelatin, diary or eggs in any of these candies. This list of Vegan Halloween candies includes some of the old school and a little bit … Read More
Who knew that anyone would become addicted to pumpkin spice lattes? For years, a latte was classic. Just a cup of espresso and steamed milk. No muss, no fuss. But then pumpkin season came along and changed everything. Well that’s not really true. The folks at Starbucks came along and changed the game. The legend is that the … Read More
Pumpkin flavored everything is every where right now. You can’t escape it. From the coffee shops to the bakery–it is the season! As the leaves change color and the wind picks up, I always find myself reaching for a warm bowl of goodness. I also enjoy my hair blowing in the wind but that’s a story for another … Read More
Right now, my home is in full renovation mode—which means no stove, no microwave, and a whole lot of dust. Thanks to my fridge and some planning, I’m feeling nourished, energized, and plant-based good! I did this without cooking. What saved me this month? Sakara salads. Sakara offers fully-prepared, organic, plant-based meals delivered straight to your door. Founded … Read More