Spiced Kabocha Pumpkin Hummus
Could my favorite veggie make the best snack even better?! YES! Creamy, dreamy, and NOURISHING kabocha squash pairs wonderfully with garbanzos and Indian spices in this lovely version of hummus.
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Easy Orzo Pasta Salad
Orzo is a quick-cooking and lovely textured pasta that is perfect for a quick salad. Using some luscious Italian flavors like sun-dried tomatoes, rich balsamic, and garlic-infused olive oil, this is sure to be a great fit at your next dinner or event.
This is What I Learned from a Panchakarma Cleanse
A Panchakarma Cleanse is a Ayurvedic detox (cleanse) protocol that is relaxed yet effective and bring our body back to balance. Learn more about this healing protocol and my experience with this awesome practice. I’m already looking forward to my next cleanse.
‘Tis the Season for Vegan Comfort Foods
In the season of shorter days and brisk weather, comfort foods are key. This collection of vegan comfort foods is deeply satisfying, soul nourishing, and nutrient dense. Enjoy the season with these healthy, cozy foods.
Meat-Less Book Review: Learning to Eat Less Meat and Contribute to a Healthier Planet
Meat-less, by Kristie Middleton, is a wonderful resource for everybody who is interested in bringing more plant-based food into their daily diets. The book offers […]
7 Things That Happen When You Stop Eating Meat
What happens to your body when you stop eating meat? Forks over Knives looks at this important question with Michelle McMacken, MD.
We All Scream for Vegan Nice Cream!
Banana Nice Cream is vegan ice cream made from bananas: it’s super healthy, totally easy, and can be eaten plain, or dressed up with our Cake Batter recipe.
Can a Vegan Diet Cure Illness?
Plant-based diets are good for overall health, but can a vegan diet cure illness too? We review the research that shows plants might just be what we need.
Coconut Curry Rice: An Easy Weeknight Staple
This coconut curry rice is a simple (and simply delicious) side dish or grain main for quick weeknight meals.
Homemade Superfood Chocolate Truffles
We take chocolate to the next level with these Superfood Chocolate Truffles, featuring natural sweetness and great ingredients for a healthy indulgence.
DIY Vegan Book Review: Your Kitchen’s New BFF
DIY Vegan, the newest book from authors Nicole Axworthy and Lisa Pitman is beautiful, helpful, and is already my favorite go-to cookbook.
Cooking Class with Jin Hirata at Cookspace, Honolulu
I got to join Jin Hirata, macrobiotic chef and a longtime contributor to VWJ, for a cooking class at Cookspace in Honolulu. Here’s the recap– and a recipe!
Vegan Chef wins Chili Cook-Off in Honolulu!
A local vegan chef wins the 2015 Chili Cookoff in Honolulu, at the Pearlridge Farmer’s Market! A win for plant-based food!
Meet the 300 Pound Vegan, Football Star David Carter
Meet David Carter, the 300 pound vegan football star! Learn why he made the switch to a plant-based diet, and how it’s improved his health AND his performance.
6 Vegan Whipped Cream Options
Who doesn’t need a little bit of sweetness in their life? We’ve rounded up 6 vegan whipped cream options for all you dessert lovers out there.