Pumpkin season is here, my friends. The weather is rapidly changing, and for many of us, that means it’s time to start bundling up in cozy sweaters, sipping hot chocolate, and enjoying pumpkin-spiced everything! If you shop at Trader Joe’s, you’re probably familiar with the flood of pumpkin products that hit shelves in October. But…
Category: Videos
Instant Pot Cooking Guide for Beans—Plus A Handy Cooking Time Table
Now that our introduction to the pressure cooker has really sparked your interest in the Instant Pot, we want to go a little bit further and break out the beans. We’ve been sharing more recipes and videos using this handy, silver and black, budget-saving appliance and we hope that this Instant Pot Cooking Guide for…
Guide to Eating Vegan in Kauai Hawaii
The land of mai tais, fresh coconuts, and mangoes galore must be incredibly vegan-friendly, right? While you might expect Kauai, Hawaii to be a vegan’s paradise, it does take a little research and know-how to navigate the island to find the best of vegan in Kauai. And that’s exactly what we’re here for—to make vegan travel on Kauai…
How to Order Vegan at McDonald’s
How many times have you been on a long road trip and the only highway food sign points to a McDonald’s? Your omni friend pulls off the highway feeling elated at the thought of a so-called “Happy Meal”—but you only feel pain. What can a vegan possibly eat at McDonald’s? Do you need to resort…
Homemade Almond Milk Recipe
Raise your hand if you’re always running out of almond milk. (Me, me!) If you’re anything like us, you probably go through more plant-based milk than you imagine. That’s why this homemade almond milk recipe is truly a revelation. It’s so much fun to make that you might consider crafting a different, delicious flavor for…
Shark Finning is Killing 11,000 Sharks Per Hour and is Threatening Our Ocean
Sharks kill fewer than ten humans per year. Meanwhile, humans kill over 100 MILLION sharks per year. We’re wiping out the top predators in our ocean which impacts everything else living in the sea. The consequences of continuing this practice will be disastrous. As Sea Shepherd Conservation Society captain Paul Watson says, “If the ocean…
How to Order Vegan at Domino’s Pizza
Have you ever been hanging out with friends when they decide to go grab pizza at a notoriously not-vegan-friendly pizzeria? I’ve been there. Or, even worse…have you ever called your local pizza chain to order a veganized pizza only to hear a long silence on the other side of the phone, followed by… “No cheese?!?!” As much as…
How Much Money Can You Actually Save By Shopping From Bulk Bins?
We’ve all heard that shopping from bulk bins can eliminate a lot of unnecessary plastic and waste. And you’ve probably heard that you can save a lot of money that way too. But how much money, exactly? How will shopping in bulk actually impact your grocery budget? I went on a mission to find out.…
Vegan Green Bean Casserole
Whether you’re looking for the perfect green bean casserole for your vegan Thanksgiving meal or you’re just a die-hard fan of casseroles, this recipe is a serious winner! This vegan green bean casserole comes from my book, The Friendly Vegan Cookbook, and was tried and tested many times in many kitchens by many people to…
Vegan Stuffed Shells With Tofu Ricotta
If you’re a lover of classic Italian food—and who isn’t?—you’ll adore these vegan stuffed shells. They’re like a fancier remix of lasagna. They plate beautifully, are sure to wow dinner party guests, and are shockingly easy to make. Ready to feel like a top chef? Just boil some jumbo pasta shells and gently fill each…