Oh, how I LOVE a cup of vegan yogurt topped with fresh fruit in the morning! And to think, just a few years ago, there weren’t that many vegan brands to choose from. These days, however, there are so many. We’ve tried many of them and have our #1 pick, but we also asked our …
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In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we welcome Tyler Mayoras, CEO and co-founder of Cool Beans, a company that strives to bring whole-food goodness to the frozen foods section of your grocery store by creating minimally processed food that is good for your body, your soul, and the planet. We will talk to …
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Growing hot peppers is definitely something that I’ve been considering, especially since we’ve been expanding our backyard garden. In this episode we talk to expert pepper grower Jenny TB of Grow Hot Peppers about the best way to get started growing hot peppers, no matter how much space you do (or don’t) have. Who …
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In this episode of The Vegetarian Zen podcast, Larissa and I discuss a few recent plant-based news stories that have caught our attention. Disclaimer: Information on this site and on our podcast is presented for educational purposes only. Always speak to your doctor before beginning any new diets or supplements. This information is not intended …
This Week In Plant-Based News (June 2021) (VZ 386) Read More »
I recently completed Rouxbe‘s Culinary Rx online cooking course. Even though I completed their Forks Over Knives course in 2018, I wanted to see if this course (which is quite a bit less expensive) would be worth the price which, as of May 2021, was $49. The review above is a quick synopsis of the …
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In this episode of The Vegetarian Zen podcast we list 10 favorite vegan chips recommended by us and/or our trusted closed Facebook Group, The Peas and Carrots Society. You can listen to us discuss our favorite vegan chips here or read on for a quick summary. What Makes a Chip Vegan? Wait…aren’t all chips …
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Vegan coffee lovers, rejoice! With the rise in popularity of vegan plant-based milk over the past several years, there are PLENTY of vegan coffee creamers to choose from to take your morning cuppa Joe from drab to fab. Even if you aren’t vegan but are simply looking to reduce dairy, these non-dairy options won’t disappoint. …
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In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we welcome Skye Michael Conroy, aka The Gentle Chef. Skye is a vegan chef and author of several vegan cookbooks including his latest, Crafting Seitan: Creating Homemade Plant-based Meats. Skye talks to us about his journey to becoming vegan and shares how he became a vegan chef. …
Crafting Seitan with Skye Michael Conroy (aka The Gentle Chef) (VZ 382) Read More »
In this episode of The Vegetarian Zen Podcast we welcome Jenny Goldfarb, the founder of Unreal Deli, the finest plant-based deli meats inspired by over 100 years of New York deli history. We talk to Jenny about what inspired her to create Unreal Deli and about her experience on Shark Tank, where she struck a deal …
Unreal Deli is the REAL Deal! Chatting with Founder Jenny Goldfarb (VZ 381) Read More »
Going Vegan Can Have Its Challenges With any challenges, having the right people in your support system can help make you successful. In this episode of The Vegetarian Zen podcast we talk to Certified Life Coach Michele Olender about some common challenges people face when going vegan — and how they can tackle those challenges …
Overcoming Obstacles to Going Vegan With Certified Life Coach Michele Olender (VZ 380) Read More »
In this episode of The Vegetarian Zen podcast, we talk about black salt, also known as Himalayan black salt or kala namak. We discuss its benefits and side effects, share where you can buy it, and provide a few recipes to kickstart your adventures in cooking with this seasoning. No time to listen? No problem! …
What Is Black Salt? Benefits, Side Effects, Plus 5 Savory Recipes (VZ 379) Read More »
Recently in the Peas and Carrots Society Facebook group, a member posted a question about nutritional yeast (aka nooch). What followed was an AMAZING discussion among members about these mysterious yellow flakes, including some really yummy-sounding and creative ways to use them. You can listen to us discuss nutritional yeast here or read on for …
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In this episode of The Vegetarian Zen Podcast we have the pleasure of talking with Peggy Brussueau her latest book, The Contented Vegan. Peggy Brusseau is a food writer, cook, and committed vegan. She has written or co-written 24 books on cooking and nutrition. She is originally from Minneapolis and now resides in London. In …
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In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we are pleased to welcome Doug Evans, an entrepreneur and early pioneer in the natural food industry. In his new book, The Sprout Book, Doug talks all about sprouts and how we can tap into the power of the planet’s most nutritious foods. Disclaimer: Information on this …
Sprouting: What It Is And Why You Should Be Doing It with Doug Evans (VZ 377) Read More »
In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we’re pleased to welcome Molly Patrick. Molly is the co-founder of Clean Food Dirty Girl, whose mission it is to help people eat more plants while finding joy in doing so. Disclaimer: Information on this site is presented for educational purposes only. Always speak to your doctor …
Celebrating Human Imperfection with Molly Patrick of Clean Food Dirty Girl (VZ 376) Read More »
In this episode of The Vegetarian Zen podcast, we are pleased to welcome Kiko Ellsworth. Kiko is an Emmy award-winning actor, producer, and director who has appeared in hundreds of television shows, films, and commercials. The story of how he became the person he is today is inspiring. Kiko is very passionate about veganism and …
Quantum Shift with Creator, Producer, Director Kiko Ellsworth (VZ 375) Read More »
Conscious Consumerism Is On The Rise! Conscious consumerism is something that Larissa and I are very passionate about. We believe that we, as consumers, have a right to full transparency about the products we buy. We’ve done a couple of podcast episodes on this topic, including Don’t Be Fooled by Deceptive Labels and How …
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In today’s episode, we are pleased to welcome Hollan Hawaii. Hollan is a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef, health advocate, former restaurant owner, mom of three, plant-based cookbook author, and expert in vegan plant-based food. We talk to Hollan about her cookbook, Good Food Gratitude, and the positive impacts she’s experienced since transitioning to a plant-based …
In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we’ll be reviewing Splendid Spoon. Splendid Spoon is a meal subscription service that specializes in clean ingredients. You can listen to us discuss our Splendid Spoon experience here or read on for a quick summary. Splendid Spoon is a plant-based meal delivery service that serves up …
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In this episode of our podcast, we talk about “upcycling” versus “recycling” and share some ways people and businesses are using upcycling. We talk about how our business, Cheery Bird Vintage, uses upcycled art as a way to repurpose materials that would otherwise be discarded. You can listen to us discuss upcycling and upcycled art …
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While I’ve always been a big fan of making juices and smoothies I’ve never tried making my own wellness shots, so I decided to do some experimenting! Not familiar with wellness shots? No problem! You can listen to our discussion here… …or read on for a quick summary of what we discuss. We would greatly …
In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we are pleased to welcome Alison Tierney. Alison is an outpatient oncology dietitian working with patients undergoing cancer treatment to ensure they receive adequate nutrition and symptom relief. This episode was one that was very personal since Larissa battles lupus, an autoimmune disease. While her symptoms …
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In this episode of The Vegetarian Zen podcast we welcome Marion Nestle, PhD. to discuss her book, Let’s Ask Marion. You can listen to our interview here… or read on for a quick summary of what we discuss. If you love the podcast, we’d GREATLY appreciate a quick review! Who is Marion Nestle? Marion …
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Batch cooking can be challenging to get started, and even harder to stick with. Larissa and I have had an on-again-off-again relationship with batch cooking. When we’re “on,” we can definitely tell a positive difference in how we stick to our goals of eating healthier (i.e., less processed food). When we’re “off,” we tend to …
The Secrets of Successful Batch Cooking With Stephanie Dreyer (VZ 367) Read More »
Even just a few years ago, finding a good cruelty-free sunscreen wasn’t that easy. Luckily, more companies these days are launching sun protection products that are not only good for us but also good for the planet and for our animal friends. You can listen to us discuss cruelty-free sunscreens in this episode of the …
7 of the Best Reef-Safe, Vegan, and Cruelty-Free Sunscreens in 2021 (VZ 366) Read More »
