Are you looking forward to the 4th of July? I am! While celebrating Independence Day on a Thursday doesn’t sound like the greatest idea, it does allow for many to create a four-day weekend, so that’s always good. Since there’s a good chance that many of you are either hosting or heading to a holiday […]
BBQ Kidney Bean Quinoa Burger Recipe – Vegan
As the weather warms up not only here in the California desert but around the country, my thoughts turn to…outdoor cooking and burgers! In particular this BBQ Kidney Bean Quinoa Burger! I don’t eat a lot of burgers these days, but I was in the mood the other day and (figuratively) dusted off this BBQ […]
The Best Banana Walnut Bread! Gluten Free and Vegan
It’s been a busy week around here, so I’m sharing this Banana Walnut Bread Recipe from a couple of years ago. It’s so delicious that it’s definitely worth a second look! Usually, by this time in May, the weather here in the California desert is hot, the snowbirds (meaning my clients) have all flown home, […]
Chocolaty Walnut Date Balls [Vegan. No added sugar]
I keep thinking that my life is going to slow down but apparently not yet. Last week, Alan and I were off to another triathlon where he announces the race and I compete (only because they added a stand-alone 10k). And work refuses to slow down. That is, of course, a good thing. May is […]
All In One Vegan Burrito ~ Protein-Packed Meal in a Tortilla
Burritos are my favorite food group! Okay, well burritos may not be an actual food group, but this All in One Vegan Burrito contains most of the real food groups. It really is a protein-packed meal in a tortilla! It’s a perfect addition to any Cinco de Mayo celebration! One cool thing about the All […]
Middle Eastern Balela Salad. California Style
My first introduction to Balela salad was when my daughter-in-law stocked up some vegan options from Costco for Alan and me when we were watching the grandkids one weekend. I thought it was pretty good, but, since I don’t get to Costco very often, didn’t give it much more thought. Then I saw it at Trader […]
