The sky is the limit with green veggies! Kale, broccoli, broccoli rabe, spinach, brussels sprouts, peas, and collard greens are among the few of the greens that I can name off the top of my head! If you are not used to eating these with your meals, start with small and manageable servings [...]
When I first considered veganism as a lifestyle change, I unexpectedly came across some incredible resources to glean information and ease my transition. In this age of the internet, featuring a growing utilization of social media, information can travel from person to person instantaneously while reaching a wider array of audiences. Long gone [...]
This month's recipe is Golden Milk. This aromatic, warm, and tasty beverage pairs well with a small cup of coffee and bowl of oatmeal or cereal for a wholesome and filling breakfast in the morning. Additionally, try as a cozy night cap with good book in hand for the evening. The spices used [...]
January 2018 marks the one-year anniversary of keeping a 100% vegan kitchen (free of animal products) in my home ...as well as my 10-month "veg-iversary" (which is apparently "a thing") or 10 months of a complete plant-based diet. Only two months away for the real thing! ; ) In this way, I thought [...]
I couldn't help but put together another list of interesting reads! Devoured: From Chicken Wings to Kale Smoothies – How What We Eat Defines Who We Are – Sophie Egan (Published May 2016) Egan reveals, in exhaustive detail, the ins and outs of American food culture. I personally found this one as an audiobook [...]
An (obvious) Incentive to Use/Eat More Veggies Couldn’t we all use to eat more veggies each day? Myself included! Going Vegan gave me an extra incentive to not only consume more veggies, but choose fresh and local options as well. Given that a bulk of my diet is produce, I am more apt to seek [...]
Peace of Mind I take much pride in knowing that my kitchen contains no dead animals or products that had come about through the suffering of animals. Once making the switch from a conventional kitchen to a vegan kitchen as part of my New Year’s Resolution (2017), I noticed a big change. No, it wasn’t [...]
A good breakfast gives me the energy and satiety to power through until lunch. The beauty of these recipes is that you can tailor the ingredients to suit your own preferences. Moreover, the amounts of each ingredient listed below are mere starting points as well. I don’t actually expect anyone to pull out the measuring [...]
Besides long titles, what else do these books have in common? Reading is one of the most relaxing ways to enjoy an evening. I can’t think of a better way to unwind after a long day. I’ve also noticed that I can sleep through the night much better than if I had chosen to check [...]
Due North Vegan 