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Rosemary Lemon Shortbread
Brian Levy's shortbread is the last shortbread recipe you'll ever need. It's delicate, buttery, and savory in all the right ways. It's heaven in its simplicity yet complex enough that a...
Rosemary Lemon Shortbread
Brian Levy's shortbread is the last shortbread recipe you'll ever need. It's delicate, buttery, and savory in all the right ways. It's heaven in its simplicity yet complex enough that a...

Chocolate Date Tahini Tart
If you’re like us, during Thanksgiving time we have one thing on the brain: Pie. This delicious and rich yet vegan, gluten-free and refined-sugar free chocolate tart will have every one...
Chocolate Date Tahini Tart
If you’re like us, during Thanksgiving time we have one thing on the brain: Pie. This delicious and rich yet vegan, gluten-free and refined-sugar free chocolate tart will have every one...

Crackling Spice Cornbread
I've been working on this one for awhile. In this recipe, I wanted to emulate the creamy spoonbread my aunt made us every Thanksgiving, without dumping a can of creamed...
Crackling Spice Cornbread
I've been working on this one for awhile. In this recipe, I wanted to emulate the creamy spoonbread my aunt made us every Thanksgiving, without dumping a can of creamed...

Roasted Carrots with Pomegranate Relish
We love a satisfying root vegetable dish during the cold months of the year. For the ever-present carrot, we love to dress her up with this savory, crunchy and jewel-encrusted relish that...
Roasted Carrots with Pomegranate Relish
We love a satisfying root vegetable dish during the cold months of the year. For the ever-present carrot, we love to dress her up with this savory, crunchy and jewel-encrusted relish that...

Japanese-Inspired Quick Pickled Cucumber
This tasty treat is a staple in my household. We use quick pickles (also called refrigerator pickles) constantly and enjoy this one as a topping for Donburi, grain bowls, eggs,...
Japanese-Inspired Quick Pickled Cucumber
This tasty treat is a staple in my household. We use quick pickles (also called refrigerator pickles) constantly and enjoy this one as a topping for Donburi, grain bowls, eggs,...

Chai Cake with Chocolate Date Tahini Frosting
This recipe is a go-to for any sweet moment in your life and can be made into cupcakes or a cake. By adding the Chai Caramel, these little gems are spicy...
Chai Cake with Chocolate Date Tahini Frosting
This recipe is a go-to for any sweet moment in your life and can be made into cupcakes or a cake. By adding the Chai Caramel, these little gems are spicy...

Vegan Baked Pears with Herbed Cheese
We love this recipe because it seems endlessly customizable and the presentation is as beautiful as the mouth experience. It has the sweet simplicity of the fruit, the salty aromatics from...
Vegan Baked Pears with Herbed Cheese
We love this recipe because it seems endlessly customizable and the presentation is as beautiful as the mouth experience. It has the sweet simplicity of the fruit, the salty aromatics from...

Perfect and Simple Apple Streusel
Recently, I was invited to a dinner party and about an hour before, the host texted 'Bring a dessert if you want!' Coincidentally, a friend brought a bag of perfect fall apples over...
Perfect and Simple Apple Streusel
Recently, I was invited to a dinner party and about an hour before, the host texted 'Bring a dessert if you want!' Coincidentally, a friend brought a bag of perfect fall apples over...

Chai Caramel Apples
Chai Caramel Apples have never been easier. You can use whole or sliced apples, and this works as a holiday treat for kids and adults alike!
Chai Caramel Apples
Chai Caramel Apples have never been easier. You can use whole or sliced apples, and this works as a holiday treat for kids and adults alike!

Shaved Brussels Salad with Date-Mustard Vinaigr...
Look no further for the perfect fall salad! Our Shaved Brussels Salad with Date Vinaigrette & Candied Date Syrup Walnuts celebrates in-season produce like apples, brussels, and curly kale and...
Shaved Brussels Salad with Date-Mustard Vinaigr...
Look no further for the perfect fall salad! Our Shaved Brussels Salad with Date Vinaigrette & Candied Date Syrup Walnuts celebrates in-season produce like apples, brussels, and curly kale and...