Like any true food geek, I’m fascinated by the origins of what we put on our plates, so when I was offered a review copy of The Carrot Purple and Other Curious Stories of the Food We Eat by Joel S. Denker, I jumped at the opportunity. The Carrot Purple takes a look at many […]
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Book Review: Make Your Own Rules Diet by Tara Stiles
Let me tell you something: I am not a fabulous cook, and I’m not the healthiest girl in the world. I am constantly searching for the next health related book or article. Today, I think I am bringing you something a little better-rounded health-wise, spirit-wise, and mentally. Tara Stiles’ new book Make Your Own Rules Diet has […]
Review and Giveaway: The Forks Over Knives Plan: How to Transition to the Life-Saving, Whole-food, Plant-based Diet
One of the things that makes life most interesting is that it is constantly changing. This year, I moved across the country, had a baby, and started a psychotherapy private practice. Admittedly, some of my food habits slid downhill during this time, and I found myself eating more crap than I used to. I found […]
Cookbook Review, Recipe and Giveaway: Bowls by Becky Striepe
With the cool autumn weather setting in, my cravings are starting to turn from raw salads to comforting bowls of warm soup and hearty stews. Fortunately for me, I have a copy of Bowls! by Becky Striepe to help me with the seasonal transition. Becky is a Chic Vegan contributor, and she also writes for […]
Book Review: How To Be Vegan by Elizabeth Castoria
I’ve been vegan for about 13 years now, and I was vegetarian for 9 years before that. I don’t need vegan starter books, but I still like to flip through them when I see them in bookstores (because I do still go to bookstores) or even occasionally read them if they look really good. As […]