Olivine Perfume GIVEAWAY!

If you saw my recent Instagram post, you know how thrilled I was to discover Olivine Atelier perfume, a relatively new vegan, cruelty-free scent collection! Since ditching animal products and animal-tested products, I’ve had a very tough time locating a perfume I didn’t hate. Everything I sampled seemed to smell like either the epitome ofContinue reading “Olivine Perfume GIVEAWAY!”

My Week with Scotlund: Acrylics & Advocacy

Last week, we had the absolute privilege of hosting our friend Scotlund Haisley, president & founder of Animal Rescue Corps, in our home. In addition to rescuing animals (ARC specializes in busting puppy mills, dog fighting rings, and hoarding situations), Scotlund is also an incredibly talented artist. The subjects of his paintings are primarily animalsContinue reading “My Week with Scotlund: Acrylics & Advocacy”

Creamy Chipotle Tomato Quinoa with Miso Ginger Tofu

This isn’t a recipe so much as it is (hopefully) an inspiration for you to create your own version using whatever you can find in your fridge/cupboard! That’s exactly how this dish came to be. I definitely encourage you to subtract whatever you want and to add whatever you can think of! What follows isContinue reading “Creamy Chipotle Tomato Quinoa with Miso Ginger Tofu”

Bean & Lentil Chili with Corn Muffins

I have an addiction to recipes by Isa Chandra Moskowitz for The Post Punk Kitchen. As much as I like to design my own meals, theppk.com is where I go whenever I need inspiration or a quick idea. Her recipes never let me down! This meal was inspired by what she called “Meat Beany Chili &Continue reading “Bean & Lentil Chili with Corn Muffins”

Chocolate Chip Pillow Pancakes

Nutrition question: If I drink a green smoothie, does it erase the calories from the chocolate chip pancakes I’m simultaneously eating? For the Vitamin C Hurricane Smoothie, blend pineapple, spinach, green grapes, orange juice, and (optional) a teaspoon of maca powder! The pancake recipe comes to us from The Post Punk Kitchen: 1 1/2 cups allContinue reading “Chocolate Chip Pillow Pancakes”

Why We Don’t Wear Wool

Ever wondered why vegan animal lovers don’t wear wool? Hint: It doesn’t just come from “giving the sheep a haircut.”