Southern Spaghetti with Seitan and Smokey Greens paired with an Australian merlot We’ve yet to see this side of James Ford, but I know it’s there.  There is one dish in this LOST character’s romancing-and-swindling-the-ladies repertoire, and this is it. Smokey greens for three reasons: the name, of cours

Flowers Restaurant, Seattle once again, I’m back after a bit out of town.  this time, it was for a few days in Seattle.  while I was there, I decided my next realistic dream job involves frequent travel and keeping Portland as my home base.  I certainly can’t afford to travel recreationally as much as I&#

These are almost offensively non-traditional, but I’m proud, all the same. Since returning from vacation, I’ve been feasting on a few magnificent, toasted bagels, all the while, being briefly haunted by another traditional food from my New York heritage – knishes.  I have really fond memories of my very

Heck yes, vegan sushi at the airport! Outside of overpriced chips and desperate, packaged Alternative Baking Co cookies, the only thing I’m consuming at an airport may be a glass of wine or cup of herbal tea before my flight. On our way back to Portland last week, Millie and I perused the normal food stands at [...]

I’m officially back from a one week vacation to Boston and New York with my friend Millie. I’m a little bummed it didn’t snow, but I had swell times, so I’ll live. Expect a bajillion photos next week.  For now, let me say that the most awesome things I sampled on vacation were a variety [...]

Hugo Reyes Approved! (I wish.  But I do figure him for the open minded type - Jorge, the actor, has given love to Sweet & Sara marshmallows on his blog!) Mr. Cluck’s Outback Roaster Tofu, served with grilled asparagus, since it’s in season in Australia*. Up to date on LOST?  In case you freakishly have

I joke that I have reverse seasonal depression. I don’t drive, and don’t get to see REAL snow much in Portland, OR, the adopted city I love dearly. As of 7 minutes ago, I’m officially on a one week vacation and flying out with my friend Millie to Boston, MA and NYC to see family, friends, [...]

This pate is from The Urban Vegan by Dynise Baclavage, a book I’m slowly but surely, making a regular resource in my kitchen.  It’s simple and sherry-tacular and fancy. Sherry Infused Mushroom Pate Additional pecans sprinkled on top. Do you like savoury dips?  Do you like pecans, olive oil, and mushrooms?  

Warning: Simply put – don’t read this if you’re just starting LOST. It’s a wonder what one can do with their emergency powdered soymilk and stash of nutritional yeast. I’m glad I always travel prepared, just in case my fate is to crash on a mysterious island that cures my woes and never stops

Starting with a Stumptown… So, I’m on day 3 of a brief coffee detox.  I had a major caffeine/sugar crash after attending a killer vegan candy party, and then recording and experiencing the  Stumptown Vegans local chocolate review, all within a 24 hour period.  I let Sahagun’s revolutionary Stumptown c

Leigh and Ann’s Homemade Creole Sauce from the Vegan Bake Sale for Haiti spooned over thyme-y, cornmeal crusted, baked tempeh strips. Roasted broccoli with fresh lemon, coarse sea salt and pepper.  Steamed yam with sea salt. I had been craving good ole tempeh. The tempeh strips were marinated overnight in tamari an

One of my favorite, least-cohesive type of updates. Over the course of this past slammin’ weekend, I saw the Mayor at a brew pub, dined with friends at Taqueria Los Gorditos: The Restaurant, tried out a new karaoke spot, baked biscotti, finished The Comeback (delightful!), sipped a couple local microbrews on the engag

Imagine if President Obama were vegan! He would look like this…. Political Hummus Creation and Image Credit: Sabra Hummus and Kirk Rademaker Actually, I simply don’t have an accompanying photo for this recipe, and I googled “hummus monster” and the hummus John McCain turned up, and I went from there

ATTACK OF THE BUZZITOS. This past fall, The Higher Taste worked 2 Vegan IT products into their line of Buzzitos: Soy Curls and Daiya Cheese.  Way to be on top of the vegan community, really! Not too long ago, the Veganshizz and I met at the Vegan Mini Mall and had a grand time, squealing as we dispersed [...]

Roasted Chickpeas with Nutritional Yeast, Oregano and Sea Salt As usual, my history with using dried beans is linked to the Post Punk Kitchen.  I remember a blog post years ago, challenging people to soak their own beans and base meals around the outcome.  When I finally had the balls to soak my own, I was [...]

Karla, the Veganshizzle, and Jess Sconed join forces to present their favorite vegan-friendly bars in Portland, OR. In Discussion: Tube, Bye & Bye, Basement Pub, Dots, Roadside Attraction, Langano Lounge, Hungry Tiger Too and more. The Bye & Bye cocktail Karla’s Five Favorite Bars for a Vegan Drinker: 1. Bye

Writers Talking: Jess of Get Sconed! Come visit the Multnomah County Central Library tomorrow,  Saturday, January 23, 2010 1pm-2:30pm for a presentation on Eating Local & Vegan in Portland, OR. Where: U.S. Bank Room When: 1-2:30pm What: Vegan discussion I’ll be discussing my blog, eating locally, and being vegan in

WARNING: IF YOU HAVE NOT SEEN LOST OR ARE JUST STARTING, COME BACK ANOTHER TIME!  TREAD CAREFULLY. Over the past year, I’ve picked up a new hobby – planning themed parties. Technically, event panning falls in my area of collegiate expertise, ba da bum, which makes putting it to use delightful and hysterical.  

Tangerine Teriyaki Soba with Tofu, Cabbage and Spinach I’m giving myself a little pat on the back because this was the best clean-out-the-fridge dinner I’ve made in a while. Really, I’m giving Isa a pat on the back, because I was clearly inspired by test recipes I’ve made for her new book. It’

Voodoo Doughnuts unveiled vegan yeasted donuts last year in addition to their cake varieties, and vegans jumped for joy.  New! Vegan! Treats! Both Voodoo locations were already round-the-clock traditions for Portlanders and tourists, and this upped the excitement for donuts.  I’ve sampled a few since they unveiled v

Taqueria Los Gorditos, the original cart at SE 50th and Division, is super vegan friendly and rules.  As does the family behind it! Gorditos II, the short-lived but very appreciated all-vegan truck, was retired in 2009. On January 10, 2010, Taqueria Los Gorditos: The Restaurant, opened with a festive, complimentary buffet!

Vegan Hot Toddy with Jade Green Tea, Agave Nectar, Lemon Juice, Clove and Whiskey You can order a vegan hot toddy anywhere, subbing sugar for honey, but we all know that raises the ‘Is this sugar vegan?‘ question, and then you’re just drinking sugary-sweetened, hot booze with lemon, sometimes with tea, wh

Roasted Blue Potatoes, Golden Beets and a single Russet, with coarse sea salt, olive oil and pepper.  I’ll take golden beets over red any day, any place, any time zone, as long as there’s a working oven. Huckleberry’s Bistro style Tofu Scramble with Italian kale, green cabbage, kalamata olives, yellow bel