Sitting down for dinner with colleagues who haven’t been briefed on my plant-based preferences usually begins a little something like this…
“Wow, you’re a vegetarian? I could never give up meat! Yeah… I could never be a vegetarian… I love bacon. Don’t you like bacon??? What about chicken, will you eat chicken? Fish? No? But fish isn’t meat! So you… really?! Not at all? Wow! Good for you. I could never… Where do you get your protein? You aren’t vegan are you?…”
This vegan ceviche is packed with traditional authentic Mexican flavors! Its base is a ultra-fresh mix of creamy and crunchy vegetables marinated in a chili-lime water called ‘aguachile’. Nutrient and vitamin rich, serve this to start any Mexican meal or along side homemade guacamole, salsas, and dips for a delicious cocktail hour menu… your guests will thank you! (more…)
Chef Ryan Manning, heads The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun’s Culinary Center team. A DC native, Chef Manning’s style is incredibly immersive, bringing authentic and traditional Mexican cuisine to his guests as a means to explore the culture’s storied history. (more…)
Gung Hay Fat Choi! The lunar new year is here, a colorful and joyful celebration of the year ahead, that is observed by nearly 1/6 of the world’s people. It is an excellent time to enjoy great food while ringing in the year to come.
In 2017, Chinese New Year brings us the year of the Red Fire Rooster which is predicted to be full of energy, impatience, pride, and ambition… (more…)
One of the best ways to experience a new country is to take a local cooking class. Learning about the local cuisine immerses you into its culture, and knowing a few recipes to take home lets you re-live your travel memories and share them with friends.
This winter we took a sunny escape to Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula to enjoy the sandy white beaches and impressive archeological ruins throughout the region.
We were on a mission to find the perfect stay in a European wine country. Our dreams of relaxing by the pool, overlooking rows of age-old vines, and getting to know the nuances of their fabulous wines were vivid… we just needed to know where.
Read on to learn how we decided on Portugal’s Douro Valley, and get our travel guide to the best Quintas & places to stay…
One of the most healthy and satisfying breakfasts you can prepare in the winter is creamy steel-cut oats served with seasonal toppings. These overnight oats are made in advance, so with a moment of planning before bed they will come together really quickly in the morning and are guaranteed to keep the hunger at bay until lunch.
There are plenty of great day trips from Lisbon, but one that should not be missed is taking Lisbon’s tram 15 to Belém. Belém has several incredible architectural attractions: the Torre de Belém, Belém Monastery, and Padrao dos Descobrimentos. Most importantly, as any self-respecting foodie, you cannot visit Lisbon without a pilgrimage to the home of the original Pastéis de Belém! (more…)
These Nuts n Bolts should come with a warning. They are so delicious you will certainly eat too many, as we have done on many occasions. Inspired by the traditional Chex Mix Party Mix, these healthier Nuts n Bolts are made with whole wheat cereal, nuts, and the heathy fats of coconut oil and olive oil. (more…)
Gather the family around, this pierogi recipe is pure tradition. Always on the table in numbers for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter celebrations of Eastern European families and their descendants, these ubiquitous potato and cheese dumplings are a humble delicacy made with plenty of love.
