In an effort to savour memories of various times of the year, I've taken to embracing seasonal fruits and vegetables by creating season-centric meals. This Vegan Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dip is sure to be a fall-favourite. Growing up in Houston, Texas, it was sometimes hard to tell what season it was based on the weather. That couldn't be further from the truth in Calgary, Alberta - where my family moved to when I was 12. Being surrounded by new-to-me family meant a lot of get-togethers and seasonal ...
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Easy Vegan Pumpkin Cookies (Dairy Free)
A little bit spicy, super-soft and fluffy, and the taste of fall in every bite. These Vegan Pumpkin Cookies are easy to put together, are great for gift-giving, and will make your home smell amazingly cozy. Cookies are great for gift-giving Between September and the end of December, there are so many gift-giving opportunities and times to share food and drink with loved ones. Desserts are probably the thing that I most make to share. They often don't need to be warmed up, they have a decent ...
Vegan Pumpkin Waffles
You know how it is: you make a recipe using pumpkin puree and you're left with half a can of it, not sure what to make next. That's kind of how this recipe for vegan pumpkin waffles came about. I had just a bit of pumpkin puree and a bunch of pumpkin butter left, not knowing what to use it in. Luckily, the pumpkin butter will last a while in the fridge, but the pumpkin puree is another story. This post contains affiliate links. That means, if you click on anything and make a purchase, it's ...
Vegan Alternatives to Summer Food Favourites
Vegans—you don't need to feel left out when your friends are enjoying the best summer foods! Whether you're vegan or you're having one over for a summer get-together, these ideas will have you re-thinking the whole notion that vegan food is bland and difficult to put together. I like bringing delicious food to potlucks or get-togethers so that everyone can see and taste how yummy vegan food is. For the Grill Vegan Alternatives Grilled tofu is pretty delicious! Enjoy it on its own or sandwiched ...
Vegan Blueberry Danishes #BCBlueberries
Lately, I've been on a mission to "do summer" - which to me means going to parks, having picnics, going out on road trips, swimming in lakes, and generally enjoying life outside as much as possible! With this mission in mind, I put together a recipe for vegan blueberry danishes since they're easy to make, pack, and eat during summer adventures. But, as an added bonus, blueberries freeze really well - which means you can make this recipe anytime of the year! Some of my closest friends have ...
Vegan Gluten-Free Millet Flour Flatbread
This post contains affiliate links. If you make any purchases, I may make a small amount of money at no cost to you. I received a Breville Boss Blender in order to write this and other blog posts in my ancient grains series. I'm on a foodie adventure right now. This year, I'll be trying out a variety of ancient grains and creating recipes with both the straight grains and flour I've milled from the grains. I'm trying out new recipes, different types of grains, and ways of cooking in order ...
Vegan Tofu Biryani
This Vegan Tofu Biryani dish is so easy to put together, making it perfect for New Year's Day brunch! Go ahead and sleep in and relax - this dish won't take long to make! Whether you're having a potluck brunch or are inviting friends and family to your home to celebrate the new year, I'm sure everyone will appreciate the authentic taste of this classic biryani with a twist. I'm working with Shan Foods to share authentic, easy recipe mixes, pickles, and ginger garlic pastes with you. This post ...
Vegan Belgian Waffles Recipe
I post waffle recipes so often here on my blog and on my Facebook profile that people have come to think of me when they eat waffles! :D I call that winning! I've posted lots of fancy vegan waffle recipes, but here's a basic recipe for vegan Belgian waffles that you can use to adapt and jazz up as you see fit. I've shown it, below, with 3 different kinds of toppings. ...
Winter Skincare for Aging Skin
Vegan. Made in Canada. Two reasons why I am loving the Rocia products I've been sent to help my skin stay hydrated during the dry winter months. Winter skincare for aging skin is no joke—I've seen countless high-priced skincare products targeted towards women concerned with how best to take care of their aging skin. Natural skincare for aging skin When I see ads for anti-aging skincare, I often see depictions of women (I guess men don't worry about wrinkles and fine lines as much as women?) ...
Easy Vegan Haleem
Sometimes, you want a quick meal; something that is easy to put together and eat. Other times, a slow meal is what you're craving. In the case of haleem, you'll be able to enjoy the process of making the meal, plus the end result (isn't it great when you can love the journey AND the destination?). But, just because haleem is a slow-cooking kind of meal, that doesn't mean that it's hard to create. This easy vegan haleem recipe only uses a few key ingredients and a package of Shan haleem recipe ...