"I got 99 problems but a meal ain't 1"
Self-Taught Vegan Chef :: Food Network Champion :: TV Host
I’ve been recently introduced to the wonderful Vietnamese sandwich – Banh Mi. Its a classic Vietnamese sandwich thats traditionally made with pulled pork, vinegary and crisp veggies, and a spicy jalapeño spread. I’ve tried the seitan and tofu versions of this sandwich from two different popular Vietnamese sandwich joints in NYC. I loved both. My …
Having some guests over? Starting with some cocktails and don’t know what to serve? Lastly- have you been at work all day with no time to plan? This is a great appetizer starter to hold your guests over and it pairs well with wine, beer and cocktails. Its super simple, pleasing to the eye and …
When I think of winter and snow, I think of snuggling up in my fleece pajamas and fuzzy socks and watching tv (and doing absolutely nothing else). But, ya gotta eat dinner, right? When I think of winter in terms of food, I think about all of the wintery vegetables- squash, pumpkin, cabbage, onion, potato, …
Last night we (my mom and I) were in the mood for some traditional Italian food. Born and brought up in Staten Island, I can say I know a thing or two about homestyle Italian cuisine. So I decided to make vegetarian lasagna, but of course with some Priyanka updates! I’m not a huge fan …
I’m not a fan of winter and with the cold temperatures coming on that means it’s time to take out the sweaters. But that doesn’t mean that we have to stop eating summer dishes, especially if the ingredients are available! Today I found beautiful red and yellow cherry tomatoes and I knew I had to …
If you cook then you know that handling garlic with bare hands leaves an unpleasant garlic scent. Even if you scrub your hands with soap, it just lingers! I LOVE garlic in my food, but definitely not on my hands! The secret to removing that unwanted odor is.. wait for it.. STEEL! If you wash …
Love my Mexi-Pizza but don’t have time to make it on a busy week night? Well you’re in luck, because I have a fast and delicious recipe that can be made in about 10 minutes! Rapido Mexi-Pizza: 4 Sahara original or whole-wheat Pita 1 Can Old El Paso vegetarian refried Beans 1 small onion diced 2 cloves …