Worthwhile Article: Bill Clinton Reveals How He Became a Vegan

by Joe Conason, AARP The Magazine, August/September 2013 When Bill Clinton invited me to lunch in May, I knew better than to expect fried catfish or barbecued ribs. The former president is now a devoted vegan, meaning no meat, fish or dairy products, and he has pursued a healthier way of life for more than three years. While I…

Mmm-mmm Tofu

In preparation for my late summer soirees with my brilliant and beautiful Nashville friends, I searched out the best tofu marinade in the world.  As I started typing into the big G the words “best tofu mari…”  the following option popped up:  “best tofu marinade ever.”  Ever?  I had to see this.  And when I…

Yotam Ottolenghi & Sami Tamimi’s Basic Hummus by Genius Recipes from Food52

So, I’m preparing to return to my humble abode and really (really) want to see my Nashty friends.  And, when this happens… seeing them, especially after some time… there must be food.  There must be a fresh, delicious, savory and sweet, nibblable, and variety of food.  There must be hummus. There absolutely must be hummus….

Chocolate Monday: How to Temper Chocolate by Mattie at Veganbaking.net

If you love chocolate and you do nothing else, read this article.  Mattie at Veganbaking.net did us all a great favor, here.  Really.  Read it all (that means read and click the link at the end).  Really. How to Temper Chocolate My love affair with chocolate comes from many things: The smell of rich cocoa…

Quick and Easy Vegetarian White Bean Salad by Jolinda Hackett of About.com

I really like this recipe.  I suggest adding some fresh parsley in addition to the basil and using whatever types of tomatoes you are growing in your garden (or pick up at the farmer’s market).  Also, on the cooler nights/days, consider making this from dry beans (I love the taste of cooked dry). Thanks to…