Hurricane Sandy
I would like to extend my sincere love and support to all the victims of Hurricane Sandy. This storm has had a life-changing effect on many people across the tri-state area, and it saddens my heart to see the damage and loss that many people have faced. On the other hand, it warms my heart ...
Green Happy Juice
I’ve experimented a lot over the past couple years with juices. I have a Breville juicer that will juice vegetables and fruits in minutes. I don’t know what I would do without it! I love green juices, especially kale-based juices, but the other day I didn’t have kale, so I came up with a recipe ...
Veg Spotlight #4: Vicky Trinh
Vicky and I used to work together at a marketing agency, where we exchanged raw and vegan snacks and recipe ideas. She always had raw food snacks and would whip out one-liners that made me burst with laughter. She’s one of the funniest people I know, she loves tater tots, and she is a vegetarian ...
Sure Ways to Eat Less Meat and Dairy
What do I eat? I don’t know how to cook; what do I make? What is tempeh? How the heck do I bake without eggs? What do I order when I go out with friends? Do these questions sound familiar? Don’t worry, they were the exact questions I asked myself when the idea of going ...
Veg Spotlight #3: Leah Moak
I’m so excited we have another vegan on board for the Veg Spotlight series! For Spotlight #3, I am shining a bright light on the lovely Leah Moak. Leah and I went to high school together in Billings, Montana. (Class of 2002). We played music together and I always thought she was really cool. It ...
Tofu Stacks: Healthy Snacks for NFL Games!
Check out what I made yesterday while Dan and I watched Packers play San Francisco. The Packers unfortunately lost, but these tofu stacks were a big hit! We wanted something light, healthy, but also satisfying. These were perfect. I must admit ...
5 Ways to Get Calcium on a Vegan Diet
Did you know that you have a higher risk of osteoporosis if you consume dairy products, compared to someone who does not? Huh? You are probably thinking I am crazy. And you have good reason. In our society, we were taught quite the opposite. Let the Science Convince You: A Harvard study that followed ...
Easy Breezy Mexican Quesadillas
Craving some south-of-the-border vegan goodness? Whip these Mexican quesadillas up! They’re easy, gooey, and delicious! My boyfriend even said “Alexis, this is the best vegan meal you’ve ever made!” He was practically licking his plate. While I don’t agree with him – (but very much appreciate the compliment) – I must admit, they were really, ...
Veg Spotlight: My Best Friend, Diane
I am super excited to announce the first vegan in the Veg Spotlight series, my best friend Diane Lauzon. I first met Diane at a wine and cheese tasting at Lake Las Vegas in Las Vegas, NV. (Yes, cheese. This was before our vegan journeys began). It was a social meetup, and I was fairly ...
Grains and Greens: Kale & Quinoa Bowl
When I’m too busy to cook an elaborate meal, or when I’m just craving simple dishes, I love bowls. And by bowls I mean a grain as a base with added veggies, mixed up in a bowl. Rice bowls and quinoa bowls are my go-to. Tonight was one of those nights. I came home and ...