Chocolate and Child Slavery

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Unfortunately, conventional chocolate is often linked to child labor and even slavery, especially on the Ivory Coast.

Vegan Cake Recipe: Blueberry Apple Crumble Cake

Vegan Cake Recipe: Blueberry Apple Crumble Cake

A common misconception about veganism is that guilty pleasure foods, like decadent desserts, are out. That couldn’t be more untrue! This vegan cake recipe proves that you can have you (vegan) cake and eat it, too.

Eating Vegan in Gainesville, Florida

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While I am a proud University of Miami Alum, yep, I’m a Hurricane, I have to give props to the Florida town that is home to the University of Florida. Gator Town, that is. Good ol’ Gainesville, Florida had a smorgasboard of healthy and vegan goodness and I am excited to tell you all about it.

Peach Salsa: A Georgia-Inspired Recipe

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I just got back from a visit to Atlanta, Georgia where I got to a visit to some outrageous farmer’s markets. All of that fresh, local fruit inspired this recipe for a peach salsa that will go great with just about anything.

Linguini with Clams, Mussels and Linguica

Linguini with Clams and Mussels

This dish is a wonderful combination of shellfish, spicy sausage, pasta, wine, garlic and cilantro. The prep is as entertaining as the dish itself and makes for wonderful dinner party theatre!

Oak Park Garden Update: Charges Dropped?

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Have you guys been following the family in Oak Park, Michigan that got slapped with fines and possible jail time for their food garden?

Belated Bastille Day Beet Recipe

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Happy belated Bastille Day. In honor of the French holiday, and the fact that beets are in season, here’s a yummy recipe with suggested vegan adaptations.