I whipped up this recipe for a little gathering at my house and it was a big hit, so here it is! The inspiration came from several food blogs including Hot for Food and The Gentle Chef. Happy dipping! Continue reading →
If you’re looking for a how-to guide for meal planning, chances are you’re not a fan of meal planning, but understand that it could make your life a little easier. I absolutely love meal planning! And basically every other type of planning that exists. I know that I am not in the majority in this respect. So, I thought I would share a little of what I do to make meal planning simple. Continue reading →
And her eggs don’t belong to you.
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Answer the questions below to find out if a vegan consultant will benefit your restaurant. No matter your answers, I encourage you to at least set up a free 45 minute consultation to learn more and dig a little deeper. Email me at jessika [at] jessikagriffin.com Continue reading →
Various food industries have been lobbying in Washington for a long time… it’s about time that plant-based foods get a seat at the table with their own trade group!
In March 2016 the Plant Based Foods Association launched and is on a mission to “ensure a fair and competitive marketplace for plant-based foods intended to replace animal products” (Food Navigator USA).
“The deck is stacked against plant-based foods because they cost more and people can’t find them,” Simon told Quartz. The new association, she says, is aimed at “leveling the playing field.” To do that, the organization will educate retailers and foodservice companies about these products. – Quartz
With more Americans looking to eat healthy foods, awareness of animal welfare growing, and increasing interest in fighting climate change, now is the time for the Plant Based Foods Association to shine. Continue reading →
I intended to write a post detailing the world of benefits that come from clear vegan menu labeling (and vegetarian!)…however, while doing research I stumbled across this post that does such a great job of storytelling on the issue that I want to share. Please check out the original at cadryskitchen.com. I’ve included a small excerpt below. Continue reading →
Last week I spent many hours driving through rural Illinois. I was on roads completely surrounded by grain fields, many of which had been harvested. Most of the vehicles I saw were transportation trucks for those grains. Those are relatively easy to spot because they tend to have fabric covers on top instead of being fully enclosed like most semi-trucks on the road.
Then I began to notice a few empty animal transportation trucks. These are especially easy to spot because they are metal and have many oval holes. Even when they’re empty, seeing them makes me feel like my heart stopped for a moment…
They were all coming from the same direction. I looked at my map to see I would remain on this road for around 30 miles; I knew I’d probably see where the trucks are coming from eventually. Continue reading →
Hello. Here’s a short story I wrote in high school (probably 2008 or 2009).
The Missing Soul: A Story of Barack Obama
Within the cave of Harsh Interrogation (NOT torture), around a kindling fire and the Magical Puddle of Petroleum, the Maverick Force Five – consisting of Bill O’Reilly, Rush Limbaugh, Sean Hannity, Sarah Palin, and John McCain – seek the truth. As they peer into the Magical Puddle of Petroleum, and image becomes clear: An African-American man standing on the Oval Office rug.
“This is outrageous!” exclaimed Rush Limbaugh. “Hmmm, he must be Muslim” Bill O’Reilly announced.
They knew something must be done to stop this. Even though the man in the image was currently only 12 years old. The Maverick Force Five sent in The Decider to do the dirty work.
“O.K., lets review once again, I don’t want you to get confused in there,” Sarah Palin said. “You’re going to sneak in and steal his soul. Do you understand?”
This recipe has the refreshing qualities of an icy sorbet, and the creaminess of ice cream – making it sort of like sherbet! I made it with the intention of making ice cream, but really there’s not enough creamy fatness in the ingredients I used to be “ice cream”. I’ve heard that people use bananas, but I’m allergic to bananas so I’ll be experimenting soon with creamier ingredients. The coconut flavor definitely comes, so I’m tempted to consider this a Coconut Strawberry Basil flavor. Continue reading →