One of all time favorite jobs is catering a small wedding at the Smog Shoppe. (A “small” wedding for us, is under one hundred guests). Emily and Rick’s celebration was positively delightful. Emily and Rick are vegans. There’s something you might not know about vegans generally speaking… they really love to eat. I fell in…
➺ Pickle My Cranberries – Reminiscing & a Recipe
Tis the season to PARTY LIKE A ROCKSTAR!! I always get a little giddy this time of year – It’s like Christmas for caterers! And the family thing… always makes me shine a little brighter. I’m grateful that eating well has been a long standing, nourishing tradition. That’s my G – pa, back row, second…
Birthday Week ends with a BANG and a Recipe
My Saturday started of at the Santa Monica’s Farmer’s Market on Pico and 22nd. I was promoting “Into the Beautiful North” for the Santa Monica Public Library. I did a classic Tacos de Patatas with a curtido – which turned into the word of the day as I explained it as a pickled cabbage El…
One Thousand Brides
Happy New Year!2013 was full of beautiful brides and handsome grooms with warm and wonderful wedding celebrations. This amazing and talented woman gets Favorite Bride of the Year award! Her vegan celebration at the Smog was close to perfection. Sadly, I missed this vegan wedding of wonder in Claremont. But it’s well documented here.Happily, I…
Vegan Zucchini Fritters
Zucchini Fritters These are tasty and topical. Who doesn’t have a summer squash available for dinner? Enjoy with crema and a squeeze of lemon. Love. Ingredients 1 pound of zucchini, (1 large squash) grated and squeezed through a clean cloth, reserve juice (see picture) 3/4 cup ground walnuts or other nuts 3 Tablespoons potato starch…
White Beans and Greens Soup – Deliciously Vegan
I love bean soup in any variety, but this is without a doubt my all time favorite. This delicious and classic recipe makes a hearty portion for sharing with friends or freezing and is guaranteed to satisfy. Invite your friends over, feed them soup. Spread love. Prep time: 30 minutes, plus overnight soaking Cooking time:…
Versatile Vegan Creamy Mushroom Gravy
This versatile vegan gravy works with almost any savory dish. One of my secret ingredients for delicious vegan sauces is vegan cream cheese substitute, which you can find at your more evolved markets and health food stores. I use it to replace heavy cream, cream cheese, chèvre, and tofu. It has a creamier consistency than…
Vegan Quinoa Fritters with Mushroom Gravy
Everyone loves a fritter, everyone. When it’s fried up, quinoa creates a crispy crust that’s very satisfying. It’s a nice addition to any table and a great dish to share. People love fritters! Make them half the size for a tasty appetizer. If you’re avoiding gluten, use a gluten-free flour and substitute macerated crispy…
