I have been vegan for more than fifteen years. And for twice as long I have been a Registered Dietitian, chef instructor and culinary educator. Years ago, I didn’t have to think much about “fake meat” because it didn’t really exist. But these days, it feels like I get a piece of daily news about what new non-meat is on the market or what will
Soy Yogurt and Savory Oats in the Instant Pot
Post Valentine’s Day Back to Reality Now that you have been bombarded with Valentine’s Day chocolate and sweets, let’s get back to some kind of non-sugar normalcy. Is this possible? It is such as sugar-filled world. I find even the original types of some plant milk too sweet for me. I buy unsweetened whenever possible. And I make my own soy yogurt because it’s not
What’s New on the Food Scene: Fancy Food Show Update and more
It’s January and I just got back from SOMA mushroom camp where grounded is the word…and I went directly to the Fancy Food Show in San Francisco where innovation is key. Does anyone want or need Oreo, Butterfinger or Chips Ahoy popcorn? I am not kidding, I actually saw these. Do we need another chip or puff? Not likely. Consumerism Trends at the Fancy Food
Instant Pot Mixed Beans Italiano
Let’s look forward to 2020! Here are some of the events when you can find the Veggie Queen and a delicious recipe for Instant Pot Mixed Beans Italiano. Is it OK to still say Happy New Year? Can I please do it all of January without seeming silly or contrite? I hope so because while it’s the New Year, it’s the same me. I like