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Asian Soy Curls™

I’ve enjoyed experimenting with Soy Curls™ and decided to soak them in something other than water. I had success with the Greek Inspired Soy Curls™, so decided to try an Asian Inspired version too.  Soy Curls™  are gluten-free, non GMO … Continue reading

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Greek Inspired Soy Curls™!

A few weeks ago, a package arrived on my front porch. I had ordered some Soy Curls™ from an online special and totally forgot they were coming.  Yay, vegan treats!  I opened the package and took a bite. Oops.  (Advice … Continue reading

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Corn from Mars?

Well, not quite from Mars, but named after our fellow planet, Martian Jewel Organic Corn  is really beautiful! Far from GMO Frankencorn, this  organic, heirloom variety grew into  lovely purple stocks, with purple hulls, tender yellow corn and deep purple cobs. … Continue reading

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Raw Gingerbread Bars

Saturday night, hubby and I headed off to the monthly “Rawluck”, an amazing raw food potluck we can’t wait to attend every month.  As usual, the spread was incredible.  We had tastes of fresh fruits – figs, melons, peaches, strawberries, … Continue reading

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Herb Goddess Aioli Dressing

Hubby helped me make a wonderful, fresh garden salad for the monthly “Rawluck”, a vegan potluck that we love to attend.  All the food is vegan and usually gluten-free too.  So fun to just fill up our plates without worrying … Continue reading

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Yellow Squash Spiraled Raw Vegan Gluten-Free “Pasta”

‘Tis the season for an abundance of yellow squash and zucchini! Mine are growing like  weeds in the backyard. This is our first garden and it’s been such fun. I love going outside every night after work to harvest dinner. … Continue reading

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Raw Zucchini Pasta with Vegan Pesto Alfredo

My spiraler finally arrived! Just in time to make raw zucchini pasta. I ended up getting a Benriner and it works great.  More on my spiraler later. We’ve been eating the zucchini pasta with traditional vegan tomato sauce and it’s delicious. … Continue reading

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Fiesta Scrambled Tofu

Finally, a Saturday where we didn’t have to do the grab-and-go breakfast! Both hubby and I were in the mood for some spicy tofu scrambles and these came out fabulous. Firm tofu makes the best scrambles and it’s so easy to prepare.  … Continue reading

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Vegan Vacation Part Six – Tortugas and Mamey

This was supposed to be our snorkel with the turtles day.  We had planned to rent a car and drive just north of Tulum to snorkel with the big sea turtles.  The safe in our room broke and because we had … Continue reading

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Xel-Ha – Vegan Vacation Part Five

Just north of Tulum you’ll find Xel-Ha, a fun, all-inclusive day of snorkeling and playing in the water.  They have a huge buffet and it does have a few vegan options. They offered salad, fruit, corn chips, guacamole and some salsas.  If … Continue reading

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Vegan Vacation Part Four – Kaxapa – Best Vegan Food in Playa

Kaxapa We finally found the wonderful vegan-friendly restaurant we were searching for on my birthday! Daylight, and having the name and address handy, sure help a lot. It was off the beaten path, but well worth the trip.  Thank you, Happy … Continue reading

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Birthday on 5th Avenue in Playa Del Carmen – Vegan Vacation Part Three

Kaan Kab A girl shouldn’t have to cook for her birthday so we ventured into town for a celebration dinner. Playa Del Carmen’s famous 5th Avenue is packed with shops and restaurants, most of which cater strictly to the carnivorous crowd.  Hubby … Continue reading

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Canadian Chicken Seasoning and Lentil Stew Without Chicken – Vegan Vacation Part Two

At home, I have an arsenal of spices.  Oops.  Knew I forgot to buy something!  The salsa added flavor, but after suffering through a couple bland meals, I sent Hubby down to the bar to get a little salt for … Continue reading

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A Healthy Chocolate Brownie Fix? Oh Yeah!!!

Raw Vegan Gluten-Free Brownies The ripe avocado on my counter was just begging to become part of a luscious cocoa frosting, topping these wonderful raw brownies.  I decided to try adding figs since I had some I needed to use.  I love … Continue reading

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Top O’ The Mornin’ Vegan St. Patrick’s Day Smoothie

What better way to start off the day than with a green smoothie?  And what better day to have a green smoothie than St. Patty’s? So, here’s my healthy take on the “Shamrock Shake.” Ingredients 12 oz. almond milk or … Continue reading

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Cabbage Noodles for St. Patty’s Day

Happy St. Patrick’s Day Weekend (almost)!  It’s also happy “cabbage is on sale big time” weekend and that makes me a happy camper.  I’ve been gluten-free for almost 10 years, long before you could pop in to your local grocery … Continue reading

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Curried Veggies with Riced Cauliflower

After talking to a new friend on LinkedIn who advocates the Esselstyn type of vegan diet, I realized it would be good for hubby and me to eat more oil free meals. I’m trying to cut back on starchy carbs … Continue reading

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Raw Cocoa Vegan Bonbon Balls

I’m posting these in honor of Presidents’ Day, but really, does a girl need a holiday or even an excuse to eat chocolate.  Why give up something so tasty and full of antioxidants? Of course, make sure it’s vegan, gluten-free and … Continue reading

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Raw Vegan “Cookie Dough” Balls

When you were a kid, didn’t you just love to eat raw cookie dough?  I used to wish my mom would leave the soft little rolled cookies out of the oven.  But she would always tell me I shouldn’t eat … Continue reading

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Super Quick Vegan Gluten-Free Green Chili

There’s nothing like a bowl of chili to warm you during these cold winter months. It makes a great meal and a perfect treat for the big game.  It’s also something you can make ahead of time, or even make … Continue reading

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