Brunch is a favorite meal and not just because of the food. It is a weekend pursuit. It’s fun to try new places, new recipes, and different neighborhoods. If you’re visiting or just looking for a different place to go, here are five of our favorite places to find brunch in Central Phoenix. The Vig This […]
A charming eatery located in an historical neighborhood . . . Victorian gardens with lots of relaxed seating and high-top patio furniture . . . delicious organic and farm-fresh cuisine. The Vig at Fillmore in downtown Phoenix is a great local eatery that is just a little different from the norm. It’s delightful and trendy […]
St Patrick’s Day is celebrated all over the world. The wearing-o-the-green, Celtic music, shamrocks, and, of course, Irish food are all part of the scene, whether or not our heritage is actually Irish. So, what do vegetarians and vegans eat during the festivities? Recipes for corned beef and cabbage, shepherd’s beef pie, and lamb stew […]
Tacos are one of America’s favorite southwestern meals, and Phoenix has great places to find them. However, when they’re served in an historic building that used to be a mission – I mean, how cool is that! There are so many great places to eat downtown, and even midtown in Phoenix. And the Taco […]
I prepare a smoothie almost every day of the week because it’s nutritious and quick to prepare. It’s easy to vary the recipe – just use different combinations of berries, fruit, and seeds. It also goes well with a quick slice of toast or banana bread! List of ingredients: 1 cup frozen berries 1 fresh, […]
In an earlier post, I wrote about healthy eating and the benefits of a plant-based diet. I also mentioned that, if “you’re not accustomed to this type of eating, it will take a little . . . planning.” It’s easier to transition to plant-based if you plan for only one or two meatless days each week. And, since Mondays are […]
The banana bread recipe below is adapted from the Forks Over Knives – The Cookbook: It calls for only a few basic ingredients, goes well with homemade soups and salads, and is also a perfect complement to smoothies and coffee in the morning. I like to double this recipe and then freeze one loaf. List of […]
Goals-setting for 2014, a common practice this time of year. Most of us reflect on what we have accomplished the previous year and determine what we would accomplish in the next. Although many people go through the process of setting goals and then forget or completely dismiss them, sometimes the process is very helpful and productive. […]
Acorn squash makes a colorful and delicious vegan meal. And, when the rice is prepared ahead of time, this recipe can be prepared in a matter of minutes. This dish is filling, and incorporates several of the season’s favorite ingredients. Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash List of ingredients: 2 medium acorn squash – washed, halved, and […]
Cranberries are plentiful in the fall and this is a quick vegan dessert that incorporates their juicy tartness with just the right amount of sweet raspberries. It takes very little time to prepare and to bake, and goes perfectly with other fall dishes. Cranberry Raspberry Cobbler List of ingredients: FRUIT 1 8-oz […]
We like this hearty homemade potato soup any time of the year, but it’s especially good when the weather cools down. It can be prepared ahead of time, and any left overs freeze well. This recipe goes great with crusty bread, a garden salad, or fresh fruit. List of ingredients: 1 large onion – chopped […]
If you would have suggested a little over a year ago that I would give up my weekly steak, fish or chicken I would have said, CRAZY! Yet over the last nine months I have evolved to become not just a vegetarian but a very satisfied totally plant based consumer. That’s right, I am Vegan. […]