Vegan Cocoa Truffles
I have friends, who go to the mall when they need a change of scene or to simply pass time. When I need that, I go to Whole Foods Market. At least, I used to back when I was living in a city. I find...
View ArticleGorgonzola-Walnut Bruschetta with Truffle Oil
Last week, while we were in Miami, we went to a couple of really good restaurants, two of which we loved so much that I wanted to share with you. Both restaurants are in a neighborhood called Wynwood....
View ArticleAlmond and Raspberry Breakfast Bars
Healthy Raspberry Breakfast Bars One of my all-time favorite Ina Garten recipe is her Raspberry Crumble Bars. It is safe to say that I made it more than ten times. And it has always been a hit with...
View ArticleFully Loaded Breakfast Bars {Vegan}
The recipe for these bars almost didn’t make it to the blog. And that was not because they were not good or anything, it was because I had the hardest time photographing them. On the day I made these...
View ArticleStrawberry-Ricotta Bruschetta with Homemade Balsamic Reduction
Have you ever heard the term The Holy Trinity of Flavor? In her book, My New Roots: Inspired Plant-Based Recipes for Every Season, Sarah Britton talks about how to enrich your cooking with using a...
View ArticleHerbed Goat Cheese Bruschetta with Butternut Squash and Cranberry Jam
It was a month ago on a Saturday morning. Dwight and I heard about a neighborhood farmer’s market in Malvern PA, 15 minutes away from where we are currently (and temporarily) residing. The plan was to...
View ArticleQuinoa Crunch
Gluten-free and vegan Quinoa Crunch made with uncooked quinoa, raw sliced almonds, sesame seeds, and sweetened with maple syrup. Ready in less than 30 minutes, this quinoa breakfast topping is a great...
View ArticleBaked Brie with Blackberry Compote and Spicy Candied Pecans
Today’s recipe comes from my friend Jennifer’s new cookbook, The Gourmet Kitchen. Jennifer is the author and photographer behind the popular food blog, Savory Simple. I ran into Savory Simple over 3...
View ArticleCheesy Apple Bites
This post is sponsored by Domex Superfresh Growers, but all opinions are mine. Can you believe that we are only 3 days away from Thanksgiving? This afternoon, we will be heading to the farmer’s market...
View ArticleSpicy Candied Nuts
We decided to stay home for Christmas this year. Since we already spent Thanksgiving with family, we are going to have a quiet day at home. I am happy about this, because I really do not feel like...
View ArticleVegan Greek Nachos With Herbed Tahini Dressing
I took the last few weeks off from blogging to spend time with my family, who came for a visit from Turkey. First, my cousin came and then right after she left, my father and aunt came. My initial...
View ArticleBaked Goat Cheese Balls
Are you ready to learn how to set up a beautiful cheese board set up for the holidays? Scroll down to read through my tips and tricks as well as the recipe for Baked Goat Cheese Balls.These warm...
View ArticleHomemade “Kind” Breakfast Bars
We all love breakfast bars because they give us a quick boost of energy and they are delicious with nuts and dried fruits. However, the store-bought ones that are sold as “organic” and “healthy” are...
View ArticleThe Best Muhammara Recipe
My aunt was the queen of Muhammara sauce! It was a vegetable dip I grew up eating. We literally put it on everything – pasta, eggs, vegetables – and brought it to all our special occasions. Being one...
View ArticleThe Best Homemade Chunky Granola Recipe
While I know that it is convenient to purchase granola from the store, I hope that with my easy-to-follow steps, helpful tips (especially for the most addictive granola clusters) and foolproof recipe...
View ArticleDeviled Eggs Without Mayo
I have always had a love and hate relationship with mayonnaise. It’s one of those condiments that I can only consume in small doses. If you are like me, not a fan of mayo, I have some good news for...
View Article12+ Creamy & Tangy Goat Cheese Recipes
If you are a lover of goat cheese, I think you’ll agree that it is one of those magical ingredients that immediately elevates any dish. Simply crumble a log of goat cheese over a salad or bake it in a...
View ArticleRoasted Delicata Squash
Every time I go to the farmer’s market I find myself wanting to buy everything. Truth be told, in the past, there have been instances where I purchased more than we can consume. Sadly, things ended up...
View ArticleEggplant Yogurt Recipe
This Eggplant Yogurt Recipe is a Turkish appetizer that will make your mouth water with every bite. Fire-roasted eggplant adds a smoky flavor to this tangy and bold dish, and fresh lemon juice gives...
View ArticleSpinach Quesadilla
This Spinach Quesadilla pleases your tastebuds, wallet, and picky eaters with nothing but simple, fresh, and flavorful ingredients. After all, who can resist the rich taste of sauteéd spinach, hearty...
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