Can you guess what’s hidden in the pasta? I’m such a sneaky cook 🙂 Hint #1: One of the ingredients is normally pink. Hint #2: Another one of the ingredients is my favorite thing ever. [Aside from coffee, ginger, and apples] Guesses?
Spanish cuisine is nothing new to me. In college, I studied abroad in Barcelona; and have returned to Spain several times since. The country is amazing, so anyone who is considering traveling to Espana, go! Truth be told, Spain’s national cuisine isn’t my fave, but the rest of what Spain has to offer is. I’ve always been lactose intolerant, so that part of my dietary accommodations hasn’t changed. But I ate fish previously, so being both meat and dairy free was new on this trip. For the most part, I found adequate options. They may… Read more >
That is what American David Zabriskie is disproving as he competes in his fifth Tour de France – this time fueled by a vegan diet. My dad sent me this article from the WSJ, which I read this morning with my cup of joe. I’ve read both of Lance Armstrong’s books, so I’m familiar with the grueling bike race and all the intense, specific, calculated ways these athletes eat, drink, and transfuse blood replete themselves on the tour. Apparently throughout the race’s 107 year history, riders have tried everything from wine and cognac, to steak… Read more >
I took my sweet time posting this recipe because I wanted it to be perfect. I wasn’t looking for anything fancy. My criteria were the following: quick low on sugar no fake sugar dessert worthy chocolate substantial In other words, I wanted something that I could whip up with ease, that would satisfy my sweet tooth, without excess sugar. However, I wanted it to be made of real ingredients so it would both hold me over and offer something nutritionally. Perfect puddin’ (v, gf) Ingredients: 7 oz. soft tofu (1/2 block) 1 tbsp chia seeds… Read more >
First off, can I just say cancer is a mother effer. We all can agree on this I’m sure. On July 25th I will be auctioning off a home-made treat for The Great Fundraising Act. Susan needs to focus on keeping her energy levels high and leave woes of hospital bills to bloggers. Susan, me, Janetha, and Holly Ready to get your bid on? Good. Now. Raise your hand if you are obsessed with cookbooks and other food related reading materials. Ok, for all the foodies with their hands in the air, this next… Read more >