This easy vegan mapo tofu recipe takes just 25 minutes to make from start to finish! It’s spicy, saucy, and loaded with plant-based protein. Mapo tofu is my favourite Chinese dish, but despite the name, the restaurant version is usually made with beef unless it’s specifically labeled vegan or vegetarian. Womp womp. But making it...
I bet you never thought you could make your own sprinkles! Here’s how to make sprinkles at home for a more natural alternative to store-bought. I am a little bit obsessed with these DIY sprinkles. I mean, just LOOK at them! How fun are they?! The colours are bright, the shape is on-point, and the...
These small batch snickerdoodle cookies are a holiday favorite for a reason—they’re quick, easy, and downright delicious. Bake a batch, share the love, or keep them all to yourself (we won’t tell). Snickerdoodles are my favorite, especially during the holiday season! These Christmas cookies have a ton of cinnamon-sugar and vanilla flavor, and they’re so...
This vegan lentil stew recipe is layered with rich coconut and curry flavours to jazz up tender cooked lentils. The perfect one-pot meal when you’re craving a cozy, comfort food dinner! We all have a bag of lentils in the back of our pantry. Sitting there, waiting for us to put it to use. Once...
Looking for the perfect gift for the food lover in your life—or maybe something special for your own bookshelf? This list celebrates some of the best cookbooks by Black authors and chefs, featuring soul food, Southern classics, and modern takes on African American cuisine! Our Favorite Black Cookbooks As food lovers and passionate home cooks,...
The best soul food Christmas menu, featuring over 30 of our favorite celebration recipes! It’s Christmastime! I looove all the twinkling lights, holiday soul music, and most importantly, the smell of soul food coming from the kitchen. It’s the time of year when we gather with loved ones, share stories, and pass down traditions—many of...
Tlacoyos use blue corn masa to make a soft dough that is filled with a delicious bean filling and cooked to tender perfection. Top this homemade, vegan spin on Mexican street food with all your favorite toppings! Filled with spicy refried beans, these blue masa tlacoyos are literally pocketfuls of flavor. Earthy, creamy, tangy, crunchy,...
For a simple cocktail that’s elegant, crisp, and bubbly—but also something a little bit different—try this kir royale recipe! Made with sparkling wine and crème de cassis, it’s absolutely divine. What Is a Kir Royale? A kir royale is a classic French cocktail that has similar vibes to a mimosa or peach Bellini. Like mimosas,...
Make the best green bean casserole with fresh green beans, Campbell’s cream of chicken soup, and crispy fried onions. It’s a classic, flavorful side dish perfect for holidays or family dinners! Whether you’re serving it for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or just a cozy family dinner, it’s guaranteed to be a hit. If you’re looking for a...
There’s nothing like a warm, flaky apple strudel! This version wraps tender spiced apples in vegan puff pastry—and it makes two, so you can enjoy one now and freeze one for later! Apple pie is the most popular apple dessert, followed by apple crisp, but let’s not forget about apple strudel! Instead of pie crust,...