I may go as far as to say that focaccia is top tier bread – maybe even among my top 5 favorite breads. So, when the fabulous Jessie Sheehan introduced me to her recipe for a one bowl, no-rise Irish-inspired focaccia, I couldn’t resist. But we didn’t just stop there – we took her already …
HAPPY EARTH DAY (everyday)! 🌎♻️
It’s my Super Bowl aka EARTH DAY! But, who am I kidding?! Earth Day is EVERY day for me. I try to respect, honor and cherish the earth everyday – she does so much for us and has given us so much, shouldn’t we at least try to give back to her a little? She’s …
Eco-Cooking: Episode 6 Chickpea Water Chocolate Mousse
Dessert is always on my mind. In the morning, in the evening and anytime in between. I cannot deny my enormous sweet tooth, but I can be better about what I consume – not only for myself, but for the environment. You didn’t thinking I was swaying away from My Ecokitchen series, did you?! Nahhhhhh. We’re …
Eco-Cooking: Episode 5 Broccoli Stem Pancakes
Broccoli – either hated or loved. Most of the time I find it to be loved. And I personally LOVE it. This is Episode 5 of My Ecokitchen where I share recipes for normally discarded items. And let me tell you – the recipes are DELISH! In case you missed it – Episode 1, Episode 2, …
Eco-Cooking: Episode 3 Watermelon Rind Indian Pickle
Watermelon rinds you say? What blasphemy is this, Priyanka?! It’s true! They’re edible and the star of Episode 3 of My Ecokitchen self-produced series, where I showcase low-waste recipes in April for Earth Month! See Episode 1 & Episode 2 here! Americans LOVE their watermelon – it IS the favorite melon in the US according …
Eco-Cooking: Episode 1 Carrot Top Pesto
What can we be doing as individuals to help our planet? Well, it starts on our plate. No, I’m not trying to “brainwash” you into becoming vegan, but I am trying to raise awareness on how our actions affect the environment (and mostly negatively, unfortunately). For instance – food waste. Over 40% of the food …
Crispy Garlic Potato Balls (low-waste)
I can never understand why some people would go to a restaurant, order a bunch of food, not finish it and then NOT pack it. The only times I would do this are if I’m on vacation and/or traveling, and I physically cannot carry the food or store the food. But even THEN I’d still …
8 steps to an eco-friendly life in the kitchen & beyond – My first TEDx Talk!
THANK YOU FOR COMING TO MY TED(x) TALK…! I can officially say I’m an expert on how to live eco-friendly!! Ok, maybe I can’t go THAT far, but I did just do my first TEDx Talk: 8 steps to an eco-friendly life in the kitchen & beyond. Being a TED speaker has been on my …
Brazilian Lemonade Vegan (Limonada Suíça)
THE BEST LEMONADE I’VE EVER HAD! 🍋🇧🇷BRAZILIAN LEMONADE (limonada suíça) BUT VEGAN! TIME TO GO TO BRAZIL 🤪 WHO’S COMIN’ WITH ME?! Full recipe video here! I’ve been seeing this pop up everywhere, so I just HAD to try it. I am not one for trends, but anything sweet & tangy is totally my …
Mango Peel Chutney, Vegan & Zero-Waste
There is nothing stopping me, people! But before I go on about my latest sustainable recipe, I have a disclaimer – please do a small test before eating any fruit or vegetable peels that may not ‘normally’ be consumed. Many folks can easily eat the flesh of the mango, but can be allergic to the …