This Vegan Caesar Salad is brighter and more flavorful than the traditional version, made with clean ingredients and plenty of zesty taste. Massaged kale is coated in a creamy homemade vegan Caesar dressing and finished with spiced crispy chickpeas for a satisfying main or side. If you want a fun way to enjoy vegetables, this … Read more

I haven’t been doing as much kitchen experimentation lately. Between Baby J and work, most of my cooking has focused on practical everyday meals and meal prep. While that’s useful, I missed the fun of testing new ideas. When my brother-in-law sent me a link to a whole roasted cabbage “turkey” recipe, I was intrigued. … Read more

I remember it clearly: I was on the subway home with Victoria Moran after we filmed an episode of the Our Hen House TV show in Brooklyn when she asked if I would write an essay for her new book, The Good Karma Diet. It was to be an inspirational guide to enjoying a rewarding … Read more

Happy 2025! How did January fly by so quickly? It’s hard to believe we’re already in February, and I’m especially excited because this month marks a milestone for Sweet Potato Soul. This past weekend we celebrated the blog’s 15th anniversary, and today, February 4, is the release day of my second cookbook, Vegan Vibes! I’ve … Read more

One of the perks of food blogging is receiving cookbooks and products to review. This summer the standout has been Terry Hope Romero’s cookbook Salad Samurai. Its inventive, colorful recipes span healthy, light options and heartier comfort salads. For example, the Green Papaya Salad with Lemongrass Tofu is a bright, nourishing choice, while the BBQ … Read more

Cabbage is an affordable, nutritious, and widely available vegetable that tastes great in many preparations. These Cabbage Recipes demonstrate how to elevate this humble ingredient into standout meals and sides. There’s a lot of buzz about cabbage this year — and for good reason. Whether raw or cooked, cabbage offers a satisfying crunch, subtle sweetness, … Read more

To my American friends, I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. The holiday season is officially here. Each year this time seems to fly by faster, and I always wish I’d done or tasted more. This year I’m committing to more kitchen adventures and making traditional dishes vegan. For Thanksgiving I made cornbread stuffing (recipe … Read more

Before I left for Japan, many people warned me it would be hard to find vegan food and that I might go hungry. I knew Japanese cuisine often uses fish products, but I hadn’t expected such gloomy predictions. I had bought my ticket to the country at the top of my list, yet I worried … Read more

I’m excited to announce the pre-order of my cookbook, SWEET POTATO SOUL. Purchase your copy today at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, Indie Bound, or iBooks. This BBQ Tempeh sandwich is part of my back-to-school lunch ideas series! I don’t eat sandwiches often, but when I do they’re worth it. This BBQ Tempeh Sandwich combines … Read more

photo by Sidney Bensimon I’ve been trying to write something bright and cheerful, but the words aren’t coming easily. Can I be honest with you? These past weeks have been difficult. I lost two beloved animals who meant so much to me. Instead of grieving only in private, I wanted to honor them here and … Read more