I am part Irish, but I didn’t grow eating foods that were Irish in nature, and we never celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with anything special. Several years ago, I had been reading about Irish foods, Colcannon struck as something I’d enjoy. It’s simply mashed potatoes with cabbage or kale, with leeks, scallions, or chives sometimes mixed in. I […]
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Raise a Glass and Toast to FitVine Wine
I like wine. I like being healthy. It seemed like a pretty good idea to give FitVine Wine a try when I got the opportunity! FitVine Wine was created by three friends who enjoyed wine but also enjoyed an active lifestyle. They wanted to create a wine that tasted just as good as the wines […]
Zsu Dever’s Vegan Irish Stew
A robust vegan Irish stew brings to mind cooking in a cauldron over an open fire. The potato is a modern addition to this ancient recipe of vegetables and meat, not having been introduced to Ireland until the 16th century. This vegan version utilizes farro and a variety of root vegetables and legumes, and it’s perfect […]
Burrito Stuffed Sweet Potatoes from The First Mess Cookbook
I had already heard of Laura Wright through her gorgeous blog The First Mess, so when I heard she was writing a cookbook, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it. I wasn’t exactly sure what the name The First Mess referred to, but according to Laura, “’The First Mess” is taken from M.F.K. Fisher’s […]
Classic Vegan Waffles
The two most important aspects of a great waffle are crisp exterior and moist and fluffy interior. These vegan waffles deliver big. To make great make-ahead waffles, undercook them by about 1 minute and freeze. When you’re ready for them, just toast and enjoy. Serve with vegan butter, maple syrup, or preserves. Classic Vegan Waffles […]