Chamoru empanadas are the perfect on-the-go snack. These empanadas are crunchy on the outside with a savory and spicy inside. On Guam, you can find these hand held deliciousness at any mom&pop store scattered throughout the island. Since I’m not on island (and I’m vegan), I am forced to make my own – i […]
I remember the first time I tried this dish – we were at a CHamoru gathering in Hawaii and someone brought a huge tray of this “Sushi Bake”. I remember trying it – blacking out from the deliciousness – and when I opened my eyes, the whole tray disappeared into my mouth. True story. I […]
I looked at various recipes for vegan ricotta – some recipes used firm tofu and some recipes used cashews. Because I had tofu and cashews on hand, I decided to use both! Why not? #protein The results were scrumptious! My niece, who is not vegan (and she’s not too fond of tofu), thought these manicotti’s […]
For the love of chocolate and waffles ♡ You’re welcome. Lol. Berry Syrup Recipe: 1 bag frozen berries (about 2-3 Cups) 2 Cups Water 4 Tbs Organic Sugar Place frozen berries in a saucepan with water and sugar. Set at medium high heat and allow to boil for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low and […]
This is one of my favorite childhood dishes. The more pika, the more better 😄 This dish is usually made with Chicken. However, because chicken may be the leading source of sodium, keeping chicken off your plate would be beneficial to your health if you suffer from high blood pressure, diabetes, or kidney problems. […]
♡ Hummingbirds represent lightness of being, enjoyment of life, being more present, & lifting up negativity. The orchid represents grace, love, beauty, and strength. I wish all of you hummingbirds and orchids always. Before I went vegan, I made pretty cool custom cakes from my home. I just love food and art – Cakes allowed […]
Lucky for you this is what i like 🤓 The easiest and most delicious snack/breakfast you will make! Nutritious too! Here are a few of my favorites! This is a chia pudding that i made with this delicious freakin chocolate hazelnut milk…..@pacificfoods dammmnnnn!! So good! Nutella ain’t got nothing on this goodness. I found […]
This is my Vegan version of Pasta E Fagioli Soup. Guys. you. must. try. this!! It is becoming our little family tradition to make soup on Sundays. I love soup because it’s cheap, fulfilling, and i don’t have to cook the next few days. + Soup is one of those dishes that is […]
When I was fourteen years old, Mungo Bean Soup was the first dish I learned how to make. My mom used to make this soup with oxtail – (I never questioned why we ate oxtail…I really wish i did though – whyyyyy?? So gross). As I mentioned before in a previous post, animal protein […]
One word; yummmmmmmm! Ingredients: – 1 pkg extra firm tofu – 1 small package of frozen spinach (thawed) (you could use fresh spinach* enough for 4 – 5 cups blanched spinach) – 1 small can of water chestnuts – 1 small jar artichokes (in oil & vinegar. If you can’t find artichokes in oil and […]
This is a healthier vegan version of my favorite childhood soup; Chamoru Corn Soup. I added roasted cauliflower because it gives the soup a thick rich flavor – it also provides more nutrition and nourishment. Cauliflower is rich in vitamin c, vitamin k, and folate. It also contains PROTEIN, magnesium (good for bone strength), and […]
These Panda Onigiri are too adorable to eat. It can be a little frustrating to make with sticky rice… that is why I’m going to share my recipe and some of my tips and tricks to make the process less painful. You’ll need a musubi maker and a panda mold! Sushi Rice ingredients; […]
