Plant Power Couple Releases New E-Cookbook (And Trust Me, It’s Awesome)

My buddies Brittany and Terrence Roche, the Plant Power Couple, are Philly vegan superstars. They’re married bloggers, inventive recipe creators and the founders of an ever-growing Facebook group, “Plant Power People w/the Roches,” a friendly forum for new and seasoned vegans. They took the coveted “People’s Choice” title at the first ever Philly MAC-Down, a local vegan mac and cheese contest, and won “Most Original” … Continue reading Plant Power Couple Releases New E-Cookbook (And Trust Me, It’s Awesome)

Easy Oven-Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce

Recipe: Easy Oven-Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce

It’s the end of the summer season and, if you’re anything like I am at this point, you’ve exhausted nearly all of your summer veggie recipes. There’s only so much zucchini one can eat, right? And don’t even get me started on tomatoes. But these are all still growing in abundance, especially if you’re fortunate enough to have your own backyard garden or green-thumbed friends … Continue reading Recipe: Easy Oven-Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce

Recipes: Thanksgiving Leftovers Reimagined

There’s no arguing that one of the best things about Thanksgiving is the huge pile of leftovers that remains after your dinner’s done. Leftovers rock. Your fridge is stocked. But you end up eating the same thing – in the same way – for days. So why not repurpose your Thanksgiving leftovers into something new, innovative and super tasty? I’ve got some ideas for you! … Continue reading Recipes: Thanksgiving Leftovers Reimagined

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What’s The Best Vegan Thing Out There? I’ve Got Answers!

I have my go-to vegan products and foods. You know, those items you make sure you always – always – have on hand. For me, it’s stuff like Vegenaise, rice milk and Sriracha (that’s my dream team in the photo above). Plus, nutritional yeast (those in the know call it “nooch” ’cause we’re that friendly with it), whole wheat flour, Earth Balance spreads. My list … Continue reading What’s The Best Vegan Thing Out There? I’ve Got Answers!

4 Thanksgiving Main Dish Ideas From Vegan Chefs I Love

If you’re like me, you are already beginning to plan your Thanksgiving menu (okay, I dream of Thanksgiving dinner all year ’round). As a vegan, you start early and think ahead because this meal can be kind of difficult. Often times, we’re stuck trying to compile a plate full of, well, side dishes. And if you want to try to make your feast plant-based, it … Continue reading 4 Thanksgiving Main Dish Ideas From Vegan Chefs I Love

Recipe: Cranberry Apple Upside-Down Cake

I’ve made pineapple-upside down cakes. I’ve also created tasty vegan versions of my mom’s Jewish apple cake. So, I thought, what would happen if those two worlds collided? And how about if I throw in a handful of fresh cranberries from my CSA farm share – aside from cranberry sauce, what in the world do you do with those little suckers anyway? The result: you … Continue reading Recipe: Cranberry Apple Upside-Down Cake

Cashew Sour Cream

Recipe: Cashew Sour Cream

Cashews are magical little things, especially in the vegan world. When soaked overnight then blended with a little water, they become smooth and creamy. With a neutral taste – and no strong nutty flavor – the resulting cream can become a base for anything from soup to pasta sauces. Add just a few more ingredients and you’ll have yourself a big bowl of cashew sour … Continue reading Recipe: Cashew Sour Cream