Vegan Green Quinoa Gazpacho

What inspired this gazpacho? Well, steamed greens… they’re so easy to make. Just a blanch here, a blanch there… a bit of water here and there. I mean, what more can I ask for? Steamed pure green veggies… soaring with antioxidants n’ vitamins. So, when I recently came across The Pioneer Woman’s Gazpacho recipe, I … Continued

Baked Eggplant Medley

I’m a sucker for eggplant.  Yes, it’s a nightshade veggie but I just love the sweet, soft taste of a freshly baked eggplant.  There’s something about that rich purple skin and those succulent seeds…it almost resembles a creamy texture when baked. What’s not to love, right? A perfect dish for a chilly, winter night when … Continued

Gluten Free n’ Vegan Applebutter Cornbread

There’s nothing quite like a homemade corn bread when there’s a chill in the air. Especially when you’re snowed in with 30 inches of a winter wonderland outside your window… So, I thought, why not strike up the oven and create a delicious homemade corn bread with a gluten free n’ vegan spin and a … Continued

Vegan Sweet Pea Kombucha Puree

Trying to decide what to serve tnite for your New Year’s Eve dinner party? How about something that can be used as an appetizer dip with veggies, a topping on baked fish and even added to dessert recipes for a hint of natural sweetness and a kick of kombucha. Have you ever heard of a … Continued

Flourless Chili Cherry Chocolate Brownies

Christmas may be over. But my fiasco with baking sure is not. As you can see. My mother, myself and my sister. All in our lil’ adorable Anthropologie aprons, we haven’t taken these aprons off in 4 days, hence we are snowed in with 30 inches of snow and can barely see our cars. So, … Continued

Gluten-Free n’ Vegan Cacao Cherry Oatmeal Cookies

Just in time for your last minute holiday baking…here is one of my favorite recipes. Well, all cookie recipes are my favorite.  I mean, come on now.  Who doesn’t love a cookie? Especially when it’s Gluten-Free, Vegan and Delicious. Is your mouth watering? Mine is. And I’ve already eaten’ 3. Watch out Christmas…here come my … Continued

Holiday Jingle n' Vegan Gingerbread Ladies

Baking Cookies A Few Days Before Your Holiday Event? No Fret… Did you know? If you’re yearnin’ for crispy cookies, store baked cookies in a sealed container wrapped in parchment paper.  Layer parchment paper in between layers of cookies for a crispy bite when ready to enjoy! If you’re yearnin’ for soft cookies, place a … Continued

Lentil, Collard n’ Fig Tapenade

Well, yesterday was quite a stormy one here in Manhattan… Strong wind gusts, lots of rain and a broken umbrella left me with one choice. Experimentation in my lil’ kitchen. I purchased some fresh collard greens on Saturday at the Union Square Market, so I surely had to taste them.  Next step, my lentils, as … Continued

Gluten-Free n’ Vegan Tomato Sorbet

Just in time for some delicious, Jersey tomatoes here is one of my favorite recipes, which I created from my father’s garden back in New Jersey.  This sorbet is a perfect way to enjoy farm-fresh tomatoes bursting with Vitamin C and Lycopene. Ingredients 10 large tomatoes 16 oz. agave nectar 3 Tbsp. horseradish 2 tsp. … Continued

Gluten-Free n’ Vegan Tips For Fueling Your Body

Here is a useful guide to help those of you who are Gluten-Free and/or Vegan.  As we all know, I am Gluten-Intolerant, therefore I enjoy consuming all of these foods in my meals and snacks throughout the day. I hope this guide is helpful for those of you new to the gluten-free world and hope … Continued