Traveling and learning about new cultures is one of the greatest joys in life. But, while travelling can be an incredible and life changing experience, the actually physical “travelling” can be exhausting and have less than stellar food choices. And while my diet has changed drastically over the years; eliminating meat, dairy, tons of “convenience” foods,…
Roasted Radish & Spring Vegetables with Lemon & Thyme
When asked “what is your favorite holiday” most people would say Christmas, Thanksgiving, or Halloween. While I love these holidays as much as the next person with the time with family, incredible food, and indulgent treats. Nothing, and I mean nothing, in my book is better than Easter. If I look at it from a…
Lil’ Puddin Pudding
A few weeks ago, my husband and I were going to our friend’s house to have a fun lazy Sunday having dinner and playing with their two adorable boys. On the way over my friend Sarah asked me to pick a package of instant pudding for a recipe she needed for her son’s school project. …
Medjool Date Paste
When you try to minimize refined sugar in your diet you tend to lean on dates to sweeten things. Even if you don’t like dates to start (as I did) somewhere along the line you realize how incredible these little gems are. They already taste like slow cooked caramel and they are packed with fiber…
Spring Greens Sandwiches with Edamame-Dill Spread
Guys! Spring is finally here. Not only am I being woken up by the ungodly amount of chirping birds in the morning, a few days ago I had a rabbit on my back steps, AND I found daffodils in my lawn! The previous owners of this house must have planted them, or they are just…
Spiced Carrot Congee
The first time I ever had congee was in San Francisco back in 2005. I went on a trip with my boyfriend’s (now husband) family to visit his grandmother. This side of the family grew up in Hong Kong before moving to the United States, and one of their main breakfast staples was good ole…
Sweet Potato & Millet Stew
Well, the forecast calls for what seems like a month of low 30’s to mid-40’s with lots of cute images of raindrops and snowflakes here in Washington. Although I am dreaming of seeing those first sprouts and pea shoots in a glimmering beam of early sunshine I am thankful for the present because it makes…
Crunchy Kale & Caper Deli Salad
When I was coming up with this recipe, it was originally just for a creamy sweet dressing, and has since evolved into one of my favorite creations yet. I have had a package of golden raisins in my pantry for longer than I care to admit and I wanted to utilize their sweetness in a…
Mediterranean Cannellini Bean Dip
A while back I stumbled across a recipe online that would turn into one of my party favorites and entertaining staple for years to come. Gena Hamshaw over at The Full Helping blog created a recipe that can stand the test of time. Every single time I make her Polenta Squares with Walnut Tapenade I would end…
Yellow Pepper Dal
I LOVE Indian food with a passion. There is something about it that is so unbelievably comforting and nourishing to me. I suppose that, the cuisine tends to focus on fresh and dried spices, while using simple and uncomplicated foods like pulses, rice, potatoes, and vegetables. With a large focus on mostly whole plant foods,…