Carrot Cake Granola {Leftovers Club}
If you’ve been wondering why I never shared the recipe for the delicious carrot cake granola I served as the...
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Syria: Ma’amoul
Ma’amoul are semolina shortbread cookies popular across the Middle East. They are filled with either dates or nuts – commonly...
An Unbelievable 10 Years in Washington D.C.
It’s damn near impossible for me to believe that today marks my 10 year anniversary in Washington D.C. On the...
This is What’s Up Doc: Vegan Carrot Soup with Toasted Chickpeas and Tahini Crema
I am definitely a sucker for soup with fancy condiments. In fact, writing this post just reminded me that it’s...
Coconut Crusted Chicken Fingers with Honey Dijon Dipping Sauce
Ever get a craving for chicken McNuggets? No? Mmm, yeah… me either. Technically speaking it was a craving for honey dipping sauce that actually sparked the making of this recipe....
Bringing the Piazza to D.C.: Kahlúa Fudge Swirl
I was sad to see the Piazza in Keene closed, as that little corner ice cream shop was a huge part of my childhood. It may sound strange to call an...
Paleo Veggie Noodle Turkey Lasagna
I’m not so sure what to call this dish. It was born out of my Hungry Harvest box, that’s for sure. I guess it’s one part lasagna, one part pastelón,...
Summertime Sadness and Coconut Chia Seed Popsicles {Paleo, Vegan}
This summer has gone way too fast, and I don’t like it one bit! This was supposed to be the.most.epic.summer.of.adventure.ever… and it was! Between April and June, I went to Atlanta,...
Chocolate Fudge Zucchini Cake with Candied Pistachios.
Zucchini is in season all summer. You’ll find it fresh at your farmers market’s, at your local grocer, in your CSA. Luckily, there are innumerable ways to use it. Sub it for...
Vacation Routines: Silver Lake Meals & Workouts
Wherever I go, I find a routine that usually involves cooking and always involves exercise. Camp is no exception. Meals at Silver Lake are meant to be simple. A spread that...
The Cabin Door.
My favorite sound to wake up to is the distinct swing of the door that signals the start of a day at camp. I’ve known that sound for as long...
Waste Not, Want Not: Pickled Watermelon Rinds
“She’s eating watermelon rinds?!” You may be thinking I’m taking my “waste not” attitude to a whole new level… but actually, they’re delicious! I’d never heard of pickled watermelon rinds...
Baking Fails and My Week of Pie (Watermelon Cream Pie)
In cooking, accidentally adding an extra stick of butter is pretty consistently a delicious mistake. In baking? Well, it turns out that’s not the case. Ridiculous that any hobby should be...
Second Annual Bourbon & Pie in July Featuring Tahini Mousse Pie with Halva
My Saturday involved four parties, three outfit changes and two showers, clearly a sign that the dog days of summer are upon us. The tastiest party of the day was...
Vegan Golden Milk Overnight Oats {featuring turmeric, ginger, cardamom and honey}
I’ve been on an overnight oats kick lately. When it’s 90 degrees and humid and your air conditioning unit has decided to completely die, it’s hard to want something warm...
A Lesson on Fixing a Chain and Kindness
I realize I haven’t given you an update on my two wheeled adventures since getting my new bike in May. It has totally changed my commute, and I’ve only taken...