Lots of people are exploring the idea of going vegan, or at least having more plant-based meals. To make a really good dish using only 5 ingredients, though, usually involves a clever shortcut or what I call a “flavor bomb.” Natural, good-quality teriyaki marinade, salsa, and barbecue sauce are ... Read More

Avocado toast is just the tip of the toast iceberg and PB&J is so yesterday. That said, I have a soft place in my heart for both. There are so many other varieties on this toast theme to explore though.   Before we take a bite out of these four vegan toast ideas, here are a few pro tips for ... Read More

There are a handful of reasons why people go vegan – compassion, cholesterol, climate (and those are just the c’s). An additional reason, one that is perhaps surprising but captivating, too, is that consciously choosing to eat plants instead of animals can lead to a inner brightening, a life filled ... Read More

I’ve been vegan for almost 7 years. Feels great! Lost 20 pounds without trying. Cholesterol, blood pressure both down; energy, digestion, mood…all improved. To clarify, I’ve been eating a whole plant food diet, which doesn’t mean I eat the banana AND the peels. I try to eat mostly unprocessed ... Read More

Human beings are notorious for destroying this planet and acting as if they deserve to be here more than their fellow earthlings. Our ongoing attempt to establish dominion over nature manifests in many ways, namely regarding our treatment of other species of animals. When most people think of ... Read More

* Homage to The Rime of the Ancient Mariner Stop Eating All the Water Despite the soaring popularity of veganism these days, many people still don’t fully understand the relationship between veganism and water conservation. The link is clear: the amount of water it takes to raise one steer from ... Read More