Botanical Poached Pears: A Plant-Based Dessert for ThanksLiving Thanksgiving is more than just a holiday—it’s an opportunity to celebrate with gratitude and intentional choices. This year, I’m bringing a new twist to the dessert table with a dish that embodies the spirit of ThanksLiving: Botanical Violet Poached Pears. This elegant, plant-based dessert is perfect for […]

Let’s Make Something that is on Repeat in the Summer in Our Home: Vegan Carrot Lox In recent years, carrot lox—a vegan substitute for classic salmon lox—has been making waves in the food blogosphere. Vegans and anyone trying to reduce fish consumption will love this novel take on smoked salmon that tastes and feels much […]

Green Bean and Wild Rice Salad is Great Addition to Holiday Meals The holidays are a perfect time to showcase vibrant, plant-based dishes that delight the senses and nourish the soul. This Green Bean and Wild Rice Salad combines the hearty texture of wild rice, the crisp freshness of green beans, and a tangy dill vinaigrette for […]

Elevate Your Plant-Based Dishes with the Bright, Bold Flavor of Preserved Lemons In the realm of plant-based culinary medicine, preserved lemons are a transformative ingredient that can elevate your meals from ordinary to extraordinary. As a physician shifting my focus to online education in plant-based eating and Ayurveda, I am passionate about helping you explore […]

In plant-based culinary delights, the humble Brussels sprout often doesn’t get the recognition it deserves. Yet, when prepared thoughtfully, this nutrient-packed vegetable transforms into a star ingredient, especially in salads. As a proponent of culinary medicine and whole food plant-based eating, I’m excited to share the wonders of the Brussels sprout salad – a dish […]

Upcycled Vegan Herb Pesto: Leftovers to Gourmet Delight In our path to a more sustainable kitchen, we often ignore the possibilities inherent in what we regard as “scraps.” Today, I’m looking forward to discussing a cooking trick to turn your left-over herb stems and leaves into a gourmet feast:  Repurposed Vegan Herb Pesto. The Wonder […]

Creamy Vegan Squash Soup with Chive Oil Topping: A Culinary Medicine Delight The practice of culinary medicine goes deeply into the fundamental act of eating. Whole-food plant-based foods’ bright colors, intense aromas, and nourishing qualities attest to the healing power of our dietary choices. Today, I am going to share a warming and filling soup […]

This Plant-Based Vegan Green Risotto is My New Fav Food I’m already planning my next meal while I’m in the kitchen today. This recipe for Vegan Green Risotto skillfully blends mindful eating, sustainability, and cooking methods. As a doctor who recently entered the field of culinary education, I’ve discovered that true nourishment extends much beyond […]