Herbie of the Week: Rhanda
posted on 23 May 2013, 5:00 am
Meet our Herbie of the Week, Rhanda, who is an excellent reminder that diet-related health problems aren't always visible on the outside. I immediately identifed with Rhanda's story, because I too have suffered from debilitating migraines and menstrual cramps in the ...
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David Nibert: Entangled Up In Blue
posted on 23 May 2013, 4:08 am
I have the pleasure to present the 29th On Human-Nonhuman Relations Podcast featuring Professor David Nibert, best known in the animal advocacy movement as the author of Animal Rights/Human Rights: Entanglements of Oppression and Liberation and now Animal Oppression & H...
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Red, White & Blue Parfait, Jalapeno Hummus & More Picnic/BBQ recipes to Celebrate Memorial Day!
posted on 22 May 2013, 5:00 am
Celebrate Memorial Day with Red, White & Blue Parfaits (both plans) & Patriot Pancakes (family plan)!! Other new picnic perfect recipes include Jalapeno Hummus (both plans), Quinoa Dill Salad (both plans) and the Black Bean & Mango Salsa Burritos (both plans). ...
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The 10 Things Every Smoothie Lover Needs in their Kitchen!
posted on 21 May 2013, 10:34 pm
Corny voiceover voice: Do you consider yourself a smoothie lover? Me: "Yes, yes, yes!" You too? Smoothie cheers to that! And since I literally wrote the book on smoothie-making, I want to share with you what I think are the ten things every smoothie lover sh...
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Van Leeuween Now Serves Vegan Ice Cream!
posted on 21 May 2013, 3:16 pm
Van Leeuwen, an ice creamery and bakery in NYC, has started serving vegan ice cream! The comapny announced last night that they will be serving coconut-based ice cream in chocolate and vanilla flavors at all of their storefronts and trucks in the city. Made using organic coc...
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Mu Shu Jackfruit Lettuce Wraps
posted on 21 May 2013, 7:59 am
Excuse the short introduction to this recipe, but I’m packing my bags and heading to Portland, Oregon, to hobnob with the vegan and famous at Vida Vegan Con. I’ll be giving a food photography presentation, speaking about blog monetization with Nava Atlas, and participat...
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Summer Cooking: How to Cook Without an Oven or Stove
posted on 21 May 2013, 5:00 am
I find it almost amazing that Scott & I have lived in so many different places and we've never had air conditioning. Boston, New York City, Colorado, Lake Tahoe, Charleston, Los Angeles — none of our apartments had air conditioning. Even in Europe, air conditionin...
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The 2013 NYC Veggie Prom Is May 31
posted on 20 May 2013, 6:26 pm
NYC’s fourth annual Veggie Prom returns for another night of snazzy outfits, dancing, munchies and of course prom court. This year the event is being held at Fontana’s and starts at 8pm. Tickets are $15 in advance, or $20 at the door. DJ Lil Ray will provide jams for t...
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Sutton's Sushi: "Plant-Based Pseudo-Maki"
posted on 20 May 2013, 6:08 pm
It's been fascinating. Ya writes the 1st vegan pizza cookbook, and people think you're a one-trick pony, that all you can do is make pizza! Kids, I've been cooking and exploring veg'n food in the kitchen for over thirty years.......
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On the Myth of Being a Strong Black Woman, Decolonizing Our Taste Buds, and Self-Care
posted on 20 May 2013, 11:28 am
Reblogged from The Sistah Vegan Project: This photo (and video of the lecture below) is from the women of color food justice and self-care panel. This took place at the Conference Against Environmental Racism at the University of Oregon-Eugene, on May 18 2013. The featured...
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Minimalist Monday Q&A (Part 2): Your Minimalist Questions Answered
posted on 20 May 2013, 5:00 am
You've got questions... about minimalism! This is the second post in our two-part Minimalist Monday series answering your fantastic questions about minimalism.You and your husband often move internationally. In fact, I am amazed and jealous. Do you take any furniture, applia...
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NYC Trip! The Seed, Choosing Raw, Pure Food & Wine, Rainy Days...
posted on 19 May 2013, 11:25 pm
My whirlwind trip to NYC is just about to come to a close. (I'm typing this from my hotel room, and my plane leaves in about ... 8 hours.) Three nights alone in a hotel room could seem a bit daunting, but not when you are in NYC surrounded by amazing people, food, events...
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The Seed NYC: Sunday Seeded
posted on 19 May 2013, 8:25 pm
If you made pancakes and caught up on Game of Thrones today instead of going to day two of the Seed, I’m not going to say you made the wrong choice. If you went yesterday (like I did—read about my Saturday visit), there were few reasons to return today since the vendors ...
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popcorn tofu bites with sweet-n-spicy dipping sauce
posted on 19 May 2013, 6:16 pm
When I'm zapped after a long day, I tend to make my old standby tofu for dinner because it's easy. No doubt, you know the drill: press, marinade and then either bake or pan fry. But the addition of just two more easy steps – breading the flavor-infused tofu and makin...
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WHOLE: An Excerpt from Dr. T. Colin Campbell's Brand-New Book PLUS Giveaway
posted on 19 May 2013, 5:00 am
Exciting news, Herbies! Dr. T Colin Campbell and Dr. Howard Jacobson's new book, WHOLE, has been released! and it's already a New York Times Bestseller! I got a chance to read this amazing book a few months ago and I can't recommend it enough. I'm delighted to have the oppo...
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The Seed NYC: Saturday Seeded
posted on 18 May 2013, 7:20 pm
Cinnamon Snail parked out front Sarah Gross of Rescue Chocolate I arrived bright and early (hey, noon is pretty early on a Saturday) to the Seed‘s second annual “vegan experience” today, and what an experience it was. Many of the usual suspects were there, including Vi...
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HHL Tees! On Sale.. now!
posted on 18 May 2013, 1:34 pm
I am super excited to launch my Healthy Happy Tee Store! I have seriously been living in these tees since they arrived on my doorstep a few days ago. These tees are both super soft and perfect for those days when you just want to throw on a pair of jeans or leggings and a...
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This Week's Q&A (Talking Post-Workout Hydration, Cravings, Hummus, B12, and Allergies)
posted on 18 May 2013, 5:00 am
You've got questions...Q: My daughter and I are doing a 5K tomorrow and I haven't run since joining the meal plan. Any post-workout/run suggestions for food or drink?A: Make sure you hydrate after the race. Some people feel queasy after running and can't stomach solids, ...
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Life Update
posted on 17 May 2013, 8:36 pm
This is an exciting time for me, and I'll tell you why. I just quit my job, my career, if you will, to pursue my bakery and become 100% self-employed. This decision took some time. Some serious thought. Some tears. Some high blood pressure. Some reassuring hugs and words ...
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New study: fast food tied to childhood asthma
posted on 17 May 2013, 2:56 pm
As a climate activist, I often work alongside people with different agendas regarding air pollution.  My main concern is climate change, but some of my fellow activists are focused on health effects of air pollution in the here and now -- effects such as asthma. At meetin...
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