Six Minute Brussel Sprouts
December 6, 2019

Six Minute Brussel Sprouts

I can never do anything right enough for my mother. Well into my 30’s, my mother would still call asking what I was going to eat for dinner that evening or what had I eaten. I could have said I prepared a 5-star Michellin meal …

Food, Plant Based, Plant Based Diet, Plant Based Eating, Popular Culture, Side Dish, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian
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by Robin Sparks
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White Fish in Hearts of Palm
December 5, 2019

White Fish in Hearts of Palm

Many people do not realize more African people were taken to Brazil, where they were subsequently enslaved, than any other so-called New World country. So with respect to the African Heritage Diet, Brazilians contributed to the cuisine just as much as any of us in …

Food, Africa, African American, African Diasporic History, Brazil, Enslaved People, History, Organic, Popular Culture, Seafood, South America
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by Robin Sparks
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Leftover Turkey Salad
December 3, 2019

Leftover Turkey Salad

If you did your job in seasoning the holiday turkey, and I’m sure you did, this minimal effort salad will be a certified winner for lunch or a light dinner – and dinner should always be light. Make your organic salad of choice, I used …

African American, Food, leftovers, Organic, Salad, Thanksgiving, Turkey
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by Robin Sparks
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Vegan French Lentil Soup
December 2, 2019

Vegan French Lentil Soup

I am in detoxing mode from Thanksgiving food and drinks, so soup is on the menu until we get nearer to Christmastime. First up, a superb Vegan French Lentil Soup that is hearty, healthy and something that won’t make you feel deprived. Try to purchase …

Popular Culture, Food, Holiday, Holiday Parties, Organic, Soup, Vegan, Vegetarian
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by Robin Sparks
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Elderflower Gin & Tonic
November 28, 2019

Elderflower Gin & Tonic

The Elderflower Gin & Tonic is the signature cocktail we need to carry us through the holidays into 2021. No carbs or GMO’s, this low sugar cocktail is simply sublime.

Cocktails, Food, Gin, Gluten-free, Holiday, Holiday Parties, Juniper Berries, Keto, Low Carb, Low Carb Cocktails, Vegan, Vegetarian
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by Robin Sparks
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Cranberry Quinoa
November 27, 2019

Cranberry Quinoa

A vegan side dish worthy of any holiday table, Cranberry Quinoa tastes fantastic.

African American, Africa, Food, Soul Food, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole Foods
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by Robin Sparks
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