Brrr!  Winter is cold.  We all know it and there’s nothing we can do about it.  But even on those harsh winter days we can snuggle up by the fire and have a big bowl of hot Mexican soup.  This recipe is strait from Garrido’s, one of my favorite eateries in Austin, Texas.  Give it [...]

This is a great vegan appetizer that will leave your guests shocked that its actually vegan.  Or hell, eat them as a main course because they are big and tasty enough to steal the whole show.  Makes 8 mushrooms.
*Note*  This recipe can be gluten free, all you need to do is use gluten free breadcrumbs!
What [...]

Recently, I went to an amazing vegan/veggie restaurant in Amsterdam, in the historic Jordaan district called De Bolhoed.  One of the most highly recommended items on the menu was their mushroom paté, which I had to order out of curiosity.  Today, I attempted to make my own version of this delicious savoury starter and it [...]

This one is especially for Jayne, who loves Sweet Potato and Leek Soup.  Happy Cooking!
What you need:
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes
2 leeks (just the light green and white parts) sliced into 1/2 inch thick rings
1 crushed clove of garlic
3 cups (24 ounces) veggie stock or broth
salt and black pepper
olive [...]

This is a re-make of my grandma’s original tomato basil soup recipe, but I’ve made a few changes here and there to make it both easier and healthier.  If she were still with us today, I think she’d be really proud of it!  Best served with a grilled cheese sandwich and a warm cup of [...]

In The Netherlands, the Dutch celebrate St. Nichols Day, which is their equivalent of Christmas.  There are many awesome Dutch recipes out there, but unfortunately most of them involve some kind of meat or dairy.  However, these tasty little apple fritters are totally vegan and every bite is delicious.
Make sure to eat immediately after cooking. [...]

Very hearty and delicious winter soup recipe, perfect for using up the butternut squah sitting around the kitchen.  This vegan soup is sure to warm any heart – even on the coldest days!  Makes about 6 servings.
What you need:
2 pears (ripe) – peeled, quartered, and cored
2 pounds butternut squash, cut into 2 inch cubes
2 tomatoes, [...]

This is a traditional Hanukkah favorite, but they are commonly made with eggs, which takes all the fun out of it for us vegans.  I’m fond of this recipe.  I’ve had to tweak it a bit to make it just right, but they goes down amazing with some apple sauce or tofu sour cream!
Makes approximately [...]

This is a great salad on its own or served with a delicious savory dish.  Easy to make and everybody loves it!  Best when the fruits are in season.  Don’t freak out when you see black pepper on the ingredients list – black pepper simply brings out the flavors in fresh fruit!  This makes a [...]

This is just a little something extra to have with your meal.  I like it on grilled tofu but there are all kinds of ways to enjoy this raw delight!  It is also surprisingly good with fried plantain crisps.
What you need:
1 cup finely diced fresh pineapple
1/4 cup very finely diced white onion
1/4 cup very finely [...]