Eating From Scratch: Vegan Journey
"Reinventing Indulgence" One meal at a time!
No.. I don’t miss having turkey on Thanksgiving. I get asked that a lot but honestly, it’s really about the sides anyway. That’s where the creativity, variety and flavors come in. There are so many favorites from stuffing to sweet potatoes with marshmallows! This year my Mom asked me to make a couple additions to her huge layout; in particular, a […]
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Vegans and hummus go hand in hand. More frequently than not, it’s our saviour. Well.. mine anyway. It’s like a safe food. Non-vegans generally adore it and so will offer it as a snack at parties. Many restaurants will carry it, especially the Mediterranean ones and for sure.. a falalfa place is always nearby. In New york at least! Hummus […]
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Let’s cut to the chase- you could make anything “buffalo” style, serve it with a great dip and it would taste good. Admit it! I have never seen such a reaction to my vegan food as with this picture. It’s not like my friends are about to become vegan (although a girl can wish) but moreso that they can see […]
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I’m beginning to think I’m obsessed with lasagna but in reality it’s something I only eat around the holidays. I did however make a few perfect lasagnas back to back and they truly need to be documented- first for my friends and second so I don’t forget! If one were to go through my blog, they would find so many […]
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I love making lasagna and have mastered it quite often and in all different ways- regular meat lasagna (yes before I went vegan), vegetarian lasagna, vegan lasagna, pasta-less lasagna and even raw lasagna! So I decided to have a mini vegan get together and I do not know what happened! I guess I got confused with all my lasagnas. I […]
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I love the memories of consistent home cooked meals with friends and family around. Growing up, this was more of a weekly event but later with my friends, I recall more of a monthly get together. What is especially on my mind is the times of hanging out with my Brazilian friends. One friend specifically, Janaina, did the cooking. Today […]
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SWEET POTATO-PEAR TZIMMES WITH PECANS AND RAISINS This dish was such a hit with my family and friends that I promise right now- I WILL MAKE IT AGAIN for the holiday staff party lol. Simply amazing.. Another recipe from VEGANOMICON by Isa Chandra Moskowitz & Terry Hope Romero Ingredients Yams or sweet potatoes – 2 or 3 large yams or […]
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VEGANOMICON is an amazing vegan cookbook that I was delighted to receive as a birthday gift not too long ago! My friend said.. “page 164.. MOUSSAKA”. First of all, I was impressed that a non-vegan friend of mine even opened the book! Then to say moussaka, ok.. you have my attention. I remember the last time I made moussaka and […]
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As with any lasagna – this is a process… well worth the prep! I am truly a lover of all things lasagna. Lasagna has always been my thing. I would make lasagna for big parties and holidays! I used to make lasagna with meat but I have changed it up over the years. I have made lasagnas vegetarian, whole […]
Read moreI have been spoiled for many years spending time with my best friend’s Colombian family. I have been able to try many dishes from Bandeja Paisa to SANCOCHO! (I’m going soon to the V-SPOT Cafe in Brooklyn- they finally re-opened and I promise I will blog about their VEGAN Bandeja Paisa if it is still on their menu). Sancocho was […]
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