I’ve heard amazing things about the vegan food at Crossroads in Los Angeles, but the chances of me getting out that way any time soon are pretty slim. Fortunately, Chef Tal Ronnen has written a new cookbook to teach home cooks how to make his recipes in the convenience of their own kitchens. In his new book Crossroads: Extraordinary Recipes from the […]
Product Review: Schmidt’s Natural Deodorant Sticks
I have a confession to make. I sweat. A lot. And I get stinky. I am a pitta in the ayurvedic theory. If you know anything about ayurveda, you’ll know that pittas are know for having a fiery constitution. I can break a sweat and begin to stink just sitting at my desk if the […]
The September Vegan Cuts Beauty Box
I can’t believe how quickly 2015 is flying by! I know another month has passed because another Vegan Cuts Beauty Box. has arrived at my doorstep, and it’s chockfull of wonderful cruelty-free beauty products. If you’re unfamiliar with the Vegan Cuts Beauty Box, let me introduce you. It’s a subscription box service that sends a […]
Chickpea Salad Sandwiches
If you’ve been vegan for a while, you probably have your own version of this recipe, but if you’re a newbie or an omnivore, the idea of making a vegan “tuna” or “chicken” salad out of chickpeas might be new to you. This recipe is a quick and easy lunch to pack for work or school, […]
Beet, Carrot, and Orange Salad from Spiralize! by Beverly Lynn Bennet
One of the biggest challenges to getting more unprocessed fruits and vegetables in our diets is the preparation time and making them fun and interesting to eat. The spiralizer, a hand-driven appliance favored by gourmet chefs and raw-food enthusiasts, is now getting its moment in the culinary spotlight, giving home cooks a way to slice […]