To say that I’ve been obsessed with artichokes would be an under statement. Green, sangria, and these delightful baby fiesoles have been cooked and consumed this month. I found sometimes the simplest is the best, like the combination of artichokes, pasta and a tart and tangy ginger lime buerre blanc it becomes a ménage et tois made in heaven. The preparation is … [Read more...]
Artichokes: Field Trip to Baroda Farms
Artichokes, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways--sangria, fiesole and green globe. The only thing better than eating artichokes is going to an artichoke farm and then eating them. A few weeks ago I asked Oakley from Frieda's Produce if she knew of an artichoke farm that I and a few of my fellow bloggers could visit. Doing what Oakley does best she arranged for a … [Read more...]
Jicama Crackers
These days it's important to have an easy non-gluten, vegan alternative to a cracker. Ladies and gentlemen the jicama cracker. These all vegan, non-gluten crackers will become your go to alternative. They are a wonderful base for a dab of guacamole or a bit of mango salsa or anything you want to throw on top of them. The great thing about these jicama crackers is that they … [Read more...]
Pepper and Fig Salsa on Endive Spears
Pepper and Fig Salsa on Endive Spears Let’s face it, vegan and gluten free recipes are in demand. So when Erika and I were creating the menu for Figology Fest Part One we knew one had to be on the menu. This dried fig recipe is both, plus extremely flavorful. I got my inspiration, once again from the California Fig site’s salsa recipe. I wanted to spice it up a bit and then … [Read more...]
Roasted Cauliflower, Figs and Red Quinoa
What do you get when you toss cauliflower, dried golden figs and hazelnuts into the oven? The start of an incredible veggie meal. If you're looking for a vegan and gluten free dish this is the one to make. I was inspired by a recipe on the California Fig site but I wanted a little more substance so I added red quinoa and for a little more crunch roasted hazelnuts. This is a … [Read more...]
