This original recipe came from our CSA newsletter. I made a few simple changes in order to veganize it, and just because I like to add my own little flare. This would be a lovely vegan main dish for the...

When I was growing up in the neighborhood of Long Island City/Astoria, in the borough of Queens, in the city of New York, I couldn't wait for Friday nights after dancing school, because that was when my mom would take...

When my salty fried food craving kicks in, this is my new favorite recipe. Simple and as healthy as you can get when it comes to egg rolls! For full recipe and more photos and information, go here on the...

When I first got married and started having a little fun in the kitchen I came across a recipe for an appetizer similar to this one.  I now don’t follow any recipe and instead just wing it on my own,...

It's a scientific fact that for centuries, New York City has attracted a higher percentage of the most talented and creative people in the world than the original York (or as some might call it, Old York City). When we moved...

A perfectly perfect treat for all the little ghouls and goblins in your life... no matter how 'little' they are! For full recipe and more photos and information, go here on the La Pure Mama blog. Enjoy!...

This little meal was so simple and so delightful. It's bursting with great curry flavor and packed with delicious, healthy veggies, hominy and my favorite faux meat. It's perfect for those busy weeknights when you're not sure if dinner is...

I couldn't resist the bargain - $3 for 8kgs of overripe bananas!  A sign as clear as a robin that warm weather is here in New Zealand.Time to make some freezer space for banana ice cream makings.  Whoops, no...

Oh, they're so good I had to make them again. These muffins have great texture and flavor and they are simple to make! Enjoy fall with one (or three) of these and a cup of coffee! For full recipe and more...

A super tasty pumpkin pie of the healthy variety. Healthy enough to have for breakfast; no refined sugar: bonus! For full recipe and more photos and information, go here on the La Pure Mama blog. Enjoy!...

Think "I could never go vegan"? This is for you.  I promise, there are no weird foods in this vegan day.Breakfast Choose from two satisfying hot breakfastsToast and Jam Have as much as you like - most supermarket breads...

My dear friend, Bryanna Clark Grogan, had been teasing me (read: torturing me) by posting tantalizing photos of recipes from her new book, World Vegan Feast: 200 Fabulous Recipes from Over 50 Countries on her Facebook page for months. So by the...

This curry is a fun interactive meal perfect for entertaining or just your fam. The curry is so delicious and it's fun to let everyone choose their own toppings. Nothing like an interactive meal to set the mood. For full...

In a previous episode I showed off my winter window tomato garden. The small tomatoes have continued to ripen and deliver a sweet treat every once in a while. Like this morning! The larger ones have sadly not advanced...

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This is a really healthy, super flavorful brown rice and veg dish that I am just loving. It brings me back to my 'granola mama' roots and I love it! For full recipe and more photos and information, go here...

Shira Lane is one of millions of people on the planet who suffers from lactose intolerance and/or other milk allergies. In her case her lactose intolerance led her to research the dietary effects of dairy products and motivated her to...

Beets are fantastic. And I wanted to do something a little different with them... so I made simple yet delicious beet chips. A perfect healthy snack that is great for school lunches or just to munch. For full recipe and...

  Did you see the Mark Bittman article about junk food in the SundayReview section of the New York Times? (link below) His motives were good and his piece may convince a few people to prepare more of their food...

Vegan Spanikopita From the Vegan World Fusion Cuisine Cookbook As I bit into the vegan spanikopita at the Blossoming Lotus, I fell head over heels in love.  “If this is vegan, I could easily convert everyone I know!” I thought...