This post is part 1 of a sponsored collaboration I am doing with Olive Oils from Spain. Use the link at the end of this post to read part 2 on the Olive Oils from Spain blog. I began my journey toward healthier eating and living in college, a year before spending a semester in … Read more

This is the first post in our vegan wedding series sponsored by WeddingWire. We’ve been using WeddingWire to plan the wedding and track our favorite vendors. We’re so excited to be getting married and to share the planning process with you. Stay tuned for more insight and tips in the coming months! We’re really doing … Read more

This week I pulled a few of my favorite recipes into a simple vegan meal-prep plan. One is my tempeh tikka masala, a comforting, flavorful dish made creamy with coconut milk and bright with tomatoes. It’s a great make-ahead meal because the flavors deepen as it rests. The other highlight is my sweet potato falafel … Read more

I knew very little about Somalia until I met basbaas — a vibrant Somali hot sauce served alongside meals as a condiment. It’s versatile, bright, and surprisingly addictive. In this post I use basbaas to bring a bold, tangy kick to a basbaas Buddha bowl. My friend Hawa introduced me to this delicious sauce, and … Read more

I’ve always loved soba noodles. For years I dressed them with a rice vinegar and tamari sauce, until I discovered ponzu. Made from Japanese citrus like sudachi, ponzu is bright and tart—an ideal replacement for vinegar in a soba dressing. Similar to fresh lime juice, it lifts the flavors and adds depth that plain vinegar … Read more

This spicy Arrabbiata pasta brings bold heat and bright tomato flavor to your weeknight table. Made with olive oil, garlic, crushed red pepper, oregano, and canned tomato sauce, it’s bright, tangy, and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes. Toss with penne or another short pasta for a quick vegan dinner with an optional walnut-parmesan-style … Read more

Happy New Year! If you’re thinking about a post-holiday cleanse, hold off for one dessert: this vegan chestnut tiramisu. It captures the familiar, comforting flavors of traditional tiramisu while remaining entirely plant-based. Rich, nutty, and elegant, it’s a great treat for gatherings or a cozy night in. I’ve loved tiramisu both before and after going … Read more

Now is an excellent time to go vegan. If you’re reading this, you and I share the same interest. Use the tips below and the video to guide your start with a vegan diet. Transitioning can feel challenging at first, but it becomes easier over time and eventually feels natural. While one person alone may … Read more

I love a warm, hearty, and nutritious soup on a chilly or rainy fall day. It’s a little boost of serotonin when the gloom sets in and it warms me right up. Below are 18 delicious vegan soups and bisques perfect for autumn—comforting, nourishing, and ideal for meal prep or leftovers. One of my wellness … Read more