Lacto-fermented foods have been a popular topic in the blogosphere lately. Wait, “Lacto?” But isn’t I Eat Plants a vegan column? Of course it is! “Lacto” refers to lactobacillus – a genus of bacteria that has a whole lot of different species (like a category with a bunch of sub-categories).... Read More →
I have so many ideas combined into this post, that chances are you will find me less than coherent. I get this way, when I am excited, tired and especially when I am excited about a new seasonal creation. My kids and I love Hanukkah, let me explain, it… Read More →
And so, mis queridos amigos, it begins. Once the tree in Rockefeller Center has been lit, the pre-holiday and then holiday vortex descends. Though the fiestas may be a lot of fun, so many of us—and for good reasons—get totally stressed. Because of this, I’d like to share some entertaining… Read More →
I love holiday meals- they just feel so special. Though Thanksgiving has already passed, many of us will be having more holiday meals in the weeks ahead! I just spent the Thanksgiving holiday at my mother’s home, where my mom bought me a vegan holiday roast, and made most of… Read More →
What to do with leftover turkey? How about making some arepitas! Being in the kitchen the day after Thanksgiving is not something that lures many people (beyond cooking nerds like myself!). Still, well, we’ve got a lot of food—thankfully—and would like to consume it, or have it consumed! As I’ve mentioned… Read More →
Onions are such a staple in my flavor universe that I often for get to single them out as a unique component in my cooking. However, they are essential and their flavor dimensions vary based on color and type and of course how they are incorporated into the recipe. For… Read More →
As the days turn cool and the nights get crisp, the flavor of local ingredients wanes, too. There are hardly any local tomatoes to simply slice and salt. No more sweet corn to barely blanch in boiling water. So this time of year, to take advantage of the fall harvest,... Read More →
Here’s the first of six cooking videos we’re doing this holiday season to make cooking and entertaining easy — but fun! I have asked chefs to share their favorite dishes – but also asked them to simplify the recipes so you and I can make them in our own kitchens…. Read More →
