As promised, for 1 week I spent less than $4.13 per person, per day on food for an internship assignment. In fact, I ended up spending just $3.80 per day. (*Throws out shoulder patting self on back*) And I have to say, it went great! Until it didn't. Here's how the week went down... Monday … [Read more...]
Drool-Worthy: Dinner Party Ideas from Elizabeth’s Gone Raw
Are you ready for some crazy delicious dinner party ideas? Then come take a peek at the incredible six-course dinner Jeff and I enjoyed in celebration of our 10-year anniversary! The twist? The entire anniversary dinner was vegan. And raw. And loaded with inspiration for entertaining—and … [Read more...]
Low Fat & Gluten-Free Vegan Brunch Menu
Brunch is my favorite meal, yet I rarely have it. Luckily Mother's Day provided the perfect excuse! The original plan was to go out to brunch at Great Sage, a local vegan restaurant, because I had a little mishap: Yes, in my infinite skill and grace, I slammed my finger in MY OWN FRONT … [Read more...]
Thursday’s Dinner: Cuban Black Bean Cakes and Roasted Butternut Squash with Cumin
There was no danger of ordering sushi this evening; I got loads of sleep last night (thank goodness) and tonight's dinner is one of my all-time favorites: Cuban black bean cakes and roasted butternut squash with cumin! This meal is my take on a burger and fries, but with so much more … [Read more...]
Tuesday’s Dinner: Cauliflower-Pumpkin Curry, Arugula and Pear Salad
Dinner tonight was a snap to put together (and thank goodness, because I didn't have the time--or patience--for anything complicated!) I made Lindsay Nixon's "Cauliflower-Pumpkin Curry" recipe from her awesome cookbook, Everyday Happy Herbivore. It turned out delightfully, as always, and better yet, … [Read more...]
Monday’s Dinner: Sweet Potatoes, Creamed Spinach, Lima Beans, and Salad
Dinner tonight was simple, filling, and easy to make--albeit not as photogenic as I might have hoped. (It's amazing how hunger trumps food styling and lighting!) On the menu: Sweet potatoes "baked" in the microwave. (So utterly easy!) If you've never done it, use a fork to poke some holes … [Read more...]
5 Nights of Whole Food, Plant-Based Dinners
I've been falling off the wagon a lot lately.First there was Halloween. It turns out that I have no shutoff switch when it comes to Butterfingers or Reese's peanut butter cups, which is why I don't normally allow them in my house! Then there was a host of smaller indiscretions--cashews by the … [Read more...]