Adzuki Bean Pasta With Zucchini Spaghetti

by Mardi // July 28, 2014 // No Comments

With the move to a new neighborhood came new supermarkets and a new summer CSA with an abundance of zucchini. While my new local supermarkets lack some of my favorite ingredients, I did discover a pasta made from adzuki beans... Continue reading →

Quinoa, Red Cabbage & Fennel Salad With Smoked Tahini Vinaigrette

by Mardi // June 23, 2014 // No Comments

This week marks many new things. A new apartment, a lovely new roommate, and with that a new collaborative recipe. Theo (friend, new roommate and fellow chef) and I have been cooking together for a few years now and so... Continue reading →

Black Eyed Pea Salad With Ginger, Garlic & Sherry Vinaigrette

by Mardi // August 26, 2013 // No Comments

Last week was the week of beans. Between my bean demo and practicum at school and my vegan challenge, I’ve been consuming a lot of them recently. One of the perks to being in culinary school is taking home leftovers.... Continue reading →

Burdock Root & Shiitake Mushroom Stir Fry

by Mardi // August 18, 2013 // No Comments

I was introduced to burdock root in one of my first classes at Natural Gourmet. I had seen it in my local market before, but I never knew anything about it. During this veggie demo class, our teacher sliced up... Continue reading →

Sweet Summer Tomato & White Bean Salad With Fresh Herbs, Lemon Zest & Olive Oil

by Mardi // August 10, 2013 // No Comments

These days, time spent in my kitchen has been limited and meals have been quick. It’s for good reason though – I’ve been spending much of my spare time in a different kitchen. In June, I began attending culinary school... Continue reading →

Allergy Fighting Nettle, Sorrel & Leek Soup

by Mardi // June 19, 2013 // No Comments

I was introduced to stinging nettle about a year ago via my favorite food podcast, Last Chance Foods. I was instantly sold on this green that folks claim cure seasonal allergies. Being that I’m allergic to just about everything, I... Continue reading →

Maple Roasted Carrot & Sunflower Sprout Salad With Garlic Chips, Toasted Almonds and Yogurt Sauce

by Mardi // May 10, 2013 // No Comments

Last weekend was really lovely – my mom was in town! I dragged her all over Brooklyn by foot and by ferry and as per usual we spent most of our time eating. Saturday night, my cousin joined us for... Continue reading →

Napa Cabbage Stir-Fry With Smoked Almonds

by Mardi // March 19, 2013 // No Comments

After a weekend of eating out, followed by a Monday morning bagel and cream cheese spread at work, my body was hating on me for the gluten, meat and dairy overload. So, this week I am giving myself a gluten-free... Continue reading →

Simple Healthy Homemade Pad Thai

by Mardi // March 19, 2013 // 3 Comments

In the summer I crave Mexican food and in the winter I cannot get enough Thai food. Specifically, this winter. My co-workers and I have gotten into a bad habit of ordering thai food for lunch on cold, rainy and... Continue reading →

Vegan Pasta Alla Vodka With Smoky Shiitake Bacon

by Mardi // March 5, 2013 // 1 Comment

I’ve never been a fan of mushrooms, but that all changed this evening when I discovered the wonderful flavors of shiitake bacon. Recently, I’ve been attempting to curb my winter dining out addiction and really focus on cooking delicious plant-based... Continue reading →

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