entertaining

Butternut Squash and Garlicky Kale Lasagna with Brazil Nut Cheese

November 14, 2012
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Last night, my friend Anne and I had a chance to catch up after quite a few weeks without our customary conversation and laughter. We’re both in the middle of finishing up rigorous academic programs (Anne, an MPH/RD, me, the post-bacc), and so time is quite scarce for us. Normally when we meet up, we [...]

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“When a Vegan Comes to Dinner”: Penne with Sweet Summer Vegetables, Pine Nuts, and Herbs

July 26, 2012
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All photos courtesy of Food 52 This recipe might as well be called “summer in a bowl.” It’s magnificently flavorful, sweet and savory, and it showcases all of my favorite summer produce: summer squash, plump, cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, and fresh herbs. It is honestly so good that I made it on a Friday and [...]

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Easy Vegan and Raw Recipes to Freshen Your Summer Table

July 6, 2012
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Hey folks! As of today, I have officially finished my first semester of physics. That was a lot of material in five weeks, and I’m so relieved to be done. As part of my celebration, I have a special post for you today: a compilation of five scrumptious, high raw and vegan recipes for summer [...]

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Kombucha Infused Sangria: A Perfect Summer Party Drink! Plus, Is Wine Vegan? The Lowdown on Vegan Wines.

June 5, 2012
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I am so glad you all liked the party recap yesterday! I hope it’s proof that vegan entertaining can be as fun as it is delicious and effortless. If you’re interested, the dessert recipes are up on the interwebs! To check out Victoria’s amazing high raw peanut butter pie (made with banana soft serve and [...]

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Early Summer Vegan Potluck

June 4, 2012
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Leaving NYC after a longer vacation is always wistful, if only because I know it’ll be months before my mother and I can enjoy quiet breakfasts together, rent silly movies, and obsess over HBO television. On Saturday, as a rode the train back down to the District, I consoled myself with the fact that I’d [...]

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Chili-Rubbed Sweet Potato Rounds with Guacamole

February 29, 2012
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Before we get into the deliciousness above, let me thank you all for making this year’s NEDA week post—sharing your ED story with a partner or friend—so lovely. I appreciated all of the comments, especially those from people who are just on the brink of sharing with their partners. I hope you all find strength [...]

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Ten Recipes for Super Bowl Sunday Entertaining

February 4, 2012
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Happy Saturday! I’m interrupting a day of studying to say, first of all, great comments on yesterday night’s continued discussion of diet, beauty, and health. Check the post out and share your thoughts! And after you do that, you can feast your eyes on this little compendium of ten vegan recipes for Super Bowl Sunday! [...]

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