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  • 30Jan

    National Snack Food Month

    Hi, all. I hope everyone’s sage and warm in the latest wave of winter wonderland-ness that’s hitting various parts of the country and the world. All I have to say is, “BRRRRRR.” This is the kind of weather that sends people running to comfort food, stuff that’s warming and that reminds us of our childhoods. Of course, comfort food means something different to everyone.

    Which brings me to my topic for this week: February is National Snack Food snacksMonth! Now, snack food is not necessarily comfort food, but for some, it is. And it’s particularly appropriate that I’m writing about snack food today because I’m craving it for an entirely different reason, and it is a source of comfort for me during those times. I think you know what I mean. Moving on…

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    Filed under: Food Around the World, Food Holidays, Healthy alternatives, New Food, Recipes, Uncategorized
    Tags: national snack food month, pita chips, snack food, snacks
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  • 19Dec

    Merry Vegan Christmas

    Hi, gang. Well, the holidays are upon us. This past week was Hanukkah and this coming week is Christmas. Then, on December 26, begins the 7 days of Kwanzaa. Whether you celebrate one of these holidays or the winter solstice or nothing at all, we’re all confronted with the same thing: lots and lots of food. We have those family dinners to attend and/or have our own gatherings. And even if you avoid both those events like the plague, chances are that you have to attend your company soiree. So, very few of us escape the trap of delicious, tempting food.

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    Filed under: Beverages, Healthy alternatives, Holidays, Miscellaneous foodie stuff, Seasonal Cooking, Uncategorized
    Tags: buche de noel, Christmas desserts, Healthy alternatives, holiday foods, semifreddo, vegan eggnog
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