cooking and eating the pk way

Plant-based, globally inspired dishes and science-backed guidance for healthy and sustainable eating.

Blog Archives (2011-2021)

A bowl of hearty vegetable soup with greens and beans.

No Recipe Needed Minestrone: Make it Your Own (Vegan)

02/01/2019
Easy minestrone stars pantry staples like canned tomatoes and beans. Add some aromatics and veggies...
Grilled tofu garnished with fresh herbs on a white plate.

Grilled Tofu with Sesame-Soy Marinade (Recipe)

12/24/2018
If you think you don't like tofu, perhaps you just haven't tried the right recipe....
Infographic with 7 tips to avoid holiday weight gain.

Seven Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain (Infographic)

12/12/2018
Like it or not, most of us gain weight over the holidays. These seven tips...
Delicious shredded meat with rich spices on a white plate.

Sweet Potato Latkes (Recipe)

12/06/2018
Sweet potato latkes. Because why should white potatoes have all the fun? I can't let...
Bowl of chickpea curry with lime wedges on the side.

Chana Masala aka Curried Chickpeas (Recipe)

12/03/2018
Chana Masala (aka, Curried Chickpess) provides everything you're looking for in a meal: hearty, healthy,...
An infographic explaining why nutrition can be confusing with tips to overcome common myths.

Why is Nutrition So Confusing? An Infographic

10/26/2018
If you're confused about nutrition, you're not alone. Please read and share this infographic, and...
A jar of homemade kimchi with visible carrot and cabbage strands.

Easy Vietnamese Pickled Vegetables (Do Chua): Essential Bành Mi Ingredient (Recipe)

10/10/2018
Quick. Easy. Colorful. Tasty. And with a kick (if you're into that kind of thing)....
A vibrant spread of diverse foods with the title 'Food & Nutrition: What Everyone Needs to Know'.

“Food & Nutrition: What Everyone Needs to Know” Now On Sale & Book Tour Schedule

09/04/2018
Are you sometimes confused about what to eat for health? Do you want science-based information...
Slice of strawberry pie with juicy filling on a plate.

Summer Means Strawberry Rhubarb Pie (Recipe)

07/25/2018
Few desserts are more summery than this scrumptious and vibrant pie, which celebrates the best...
Roasted asparagus with apple slices and pecans on a baking sheet.

Spring Green Salad With Asparagus, Apples, and Pecans

05/15/2018
'Tis the season for asparagus, and this spring salad also includes Granny Smith apples and...
A bowl of oatmeal topped with chopped bananas.

Five-Minute Porridge: Ditch the Sugar & Make it Your Own (Recipe)

04/03/2018
  Ditch the sugar and pack on the nutrients and flavor with stove-top porridge that...
Coastal cliffs with vibrant yellow flowers under a clear blue sky.

Happy St . Patty’s Day! (Includes Irish Soda Bread, Brown Bread, and the Emerald Isle)

03/17/2018
Thanking all of you who read my blog, follow me on Facebook and other social...