Lemon avenotto
Avenotto is the oat counterpart of risotto. The substitution of rice with oats allows you to prepare a creamy and...
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I'm an IT professional with a background in journalism. Creating blogs with WordPress is a hobby and a passion of mine. Vegetarian since 2010, vegan since 2012, when I met Jeff I tempted his taste buds with my cooking and it's been love ever since.
Baba ganoush
Baba ganoush is a Levantine dip with a smoky taste. It makes the perfect entry for any meal or a delicious...
Low-carb Louisiana wrap
If you like Cajun cuisine, you will love this wrap inspired to the flavours of Louisiana. Instead of a corn or wheat wrap, I have used here a tomato wrap:...
Raspberry crumbly bars
Looking for a simple gluten-free and vegan treat? These crumbly bars are assembled in minutes and they are soooo delicious! I used raspberry and pomegranate jam for the filling, but...
School pilaf
In Chicago, public schools often offer this pilaf at their diners: it’s one of the students’ favourites, and it’s really...
Watercress and blood orange salad
Watercress is very common in French cuisine, but it is often disregarded by other countries due to its lightly pungent...
Spaghetti squash with pesto and cherry tomatoes
This spaghetti squash recipe is light and packed with flavour: pesto, cherry tomatoes, cheese, and pine nuts make a wonderful condiment for a pasta-alternative meal. To prepare it, bake the...
Piperrada Vasca (Basque Piperade)
Piperrada Vasca (Basque piperade) is a red bell pepper stew that’s originated in northern Spain. The stew is often accompanied...
Sicilian Swiss-chard pasta
This pasta recipe from Sicily uses Swiss chard to create a hearty and tasty dish. Swiss chard is cooked in...
Paprikas krumpli
Paprikas krumpli (paprika potatoes) is a Hungarian popular dish from the countryside. It is a comforting dish that you can easily make vegan by substituting the Hungarian sausages with vegan...
Zucchini fritters
Much lighter than hash browns, these zucchini fritters are super easy to prepare and they’re super delicious! All you have to do to prepare them is grate the zucchini with...
Obe Ata stew
Obe Ata is a delicious Nigerian spicy sauce that is used for stews and soups in Yoruba households. This version...
Smoked carrot salad
If you’re looking for some sophisticated flavours in a salad, this smoked carrot salad is definitely for you. Smoked carrots...
Arroz de grelos
Arroz de grelos (rapini rice) is a Portuguese recipe that uses simple ingredients to enhance the unmistakable flavour of rapini. To prepare it, heat the olive oil in a pot,...
Satay zoodles with tempeh
Satay sauce can be a bit overwhelming, especially if used with thick noodles and root vegetables. I find that using zoodles (zucchini noodles) in place of noodles makes this dish...
Black bean pasta with smoked jackfruit and zucchini
Jackfruit is so versatile that you can use it as a substitute for most pork recipes and get a low-calorie...
Sicilian lentil balls
These lentil balls are inspired to a traditional recipe from Sicily that’s vegetarian. Here, I have simplified the recipe and...
Coriander tofu with green peppers
Coriander tofu and green peppers is an aromatic dish that’s light and filling at the same time. Both the tofu and peppers are brushed with an olive oil and coriander...
Lentil-and-roasted-red-pepper salad
This lentil salad takes only five minutes to prepare and is yet so satisfying to see and to eat! With its mild and comforting flavours, it makes a perfect accompaniment...
Fried “calamari” tofu
If you’ve ever tried fried calamari, you will probably know that they have a very distinctive flavour. This deep-fried tofu...
Vegetable gratin with grilled “chicken”
This easy-to-make dish will save your day and is really scrumptious! The main ingredients are zucchini, sweet bell peppers, and...
Vegan “chicken” with peppers and polenta
Chicken with peppers and polenta is a popular stew in different regions of Italy. It can be prepared almost unattended, and it’s a great dish for the entire family. Fresh...
Penne all’arrabbiata
If you’re looking for a spicy pasta dish, you’ll love penne all’arrabbiata (“angry penne”). This is a beloved pasta dish from central Italy that’s so simple and yet surprisingly delicious....
Gluten-free banana bread trio
The evolution of banana bread is vegan, gluten-free, and sugar free. And light, super-fluffy, and delicious! So delicious that I...
Christmas dates
Here’s another Italian treat that’s usually enjoyed throughout the Christmas period: stuffed Medjool date. In the original recipe, dates are...
Grilled plum salad
This winter salad has it all: it’s warm, full of flavours, light, and filling. Inspired to the French cuisine, it’s made with grilled plums, rocket, and spinach, topped with some...
Maltagliati with roasted pepper cream
Italians are masters of food re-use, especially when it comes to pasta. If you have some lasagna sheets left over to use or if you have some broken cannelloni that...
North African Lentil Soup
North African countries have a unique flair for spices and well-rounded flavours. This North African lentil soup will surprise you...
Potato and zucchini soup
This traditional recipe from Southern Italy is simple and yet delicious. It reminds me of the flavours of my childhood,...
Squash risotto
There’s nothing that screams « Fall » more than pumpkin and squash, with fragrances like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and rosemary. Velvety squash goes all too well with the creamy texture...