From the 16th century to the 19th, on the 15th day of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, the Ottoman sultan would gift his most elite soldiers baklava. Trays of the sweet, sticky, layered pastry were marched through the streets in what became known as the “Baklava Procession.” It was a sign of generosity from the sultan—an important gesture, designed to keep his army happy. The days of the Ottoman Empire and its formidable army are far behind us. But there’s no doubt that baklava is still keeping people happy. The dessert—which has roots across the Middle East—is popular all over the world, l ..read more

Beef Wellington is a classic British dish believed to be named after the Duke of Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, who defeated Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo. The dish consists of beef coated with pâté and duxelles and a mixture of finely chopped mushrooms wrapped in puff pastry and then baked to perfection. Its exact origins are unclear, with some theories suggesting it was inspired by the French filet de bœuf en croûte.  jump to the recipes Beef Wellington became popular in the mid-20th century and is celebrated for its rich flavors and elegant presentation. In the 21st century, class ..read more

Never tried kohlrabi before? This recipe will make you fall in love, bite after bite. The cashew yogurt dressing makes the perfect sweet accompaniment ..read more

In this plant-based recipe from the Plant Powered Mexican cookbook, pork is replaced with subtly sweet and earthy butternut squash that’s bathed in a ruby-red sauce spiked with chilies, herbs, vinegar, and cinnamon. After grilling (use a grill pan indoors during cooler weather), the squash is tender, caramelized, and finished with a dollop of smoky, poblano-infused cashew crema ..read more

With its light, airy, crisp texture, subtly sweet taste, and elegant appearance, meringue is one of the world’s most popular desserts. It’s particularly popular in the US, where it is the key ingredient in lemon meringue pie, a quintessentially American treat. But while delicious, meringue isn’t plant-based, and that’s because egg whites are considered to be integral to the recipe. However, just about anything can be made vegan (for proof of that, check out our extensive recipe database!), and meringue is no exception. Here’s how to make meringue vegan, and how to incorporate it into deliciou ..read more

Nearly 20 years after winning American Idol, Carrie Underwood is a force to be reckoned with in the country music industry. At 41, the eight-time Grammy Award winner navigates a packed schedule including a Las Vegas residency called “Reflection,” managing her own SiriusXM channel, and preparing for performances in Hawaii, all while upholding an intense fitness and nutrition regimen.  Fit52/Instagram How does the mother of two do it all? Underwood credits at least some of her superwoman powers to a quirky dish she calls “ugly” lasagna. Carrie Underwood’s ‘ugly’ lasagna  Originally fr ..read more

Introduced for the first time back in 2010 by author and lifestyle guru Tim Ferriss, the slow-carb diet is witnessing a resurgence. Right now, on TikTok, videos related to the term “slow carb diet transformation” have more than 28 million views, with many users claiming that the diet helped them to lose significant amounts of weight in a short amount of time. But is the slow-carb diet really that healthy? We spoke to Stephanie Wells, MS, RD, ACSM-CPT of Thyme to Go Vegan Nutrition Services to find out more. What is the slow-carb diet? In his book The 4-Hour Body, Ferriss lays out a method tha ..read more

One of Judaism’s most important holidays, Passover, begins this week. The centerpiece of the evening is the Seder plate, which displays symbolic foods that help tell the story of Passover. Here’s how to make the plate totally vegan. But first, here’s a little bit more about the holiday itself. What is Passover? Passover commemorates the emancipation of the Israelites from enslavement under the pharaoh in ancient Egypt. According to the Torah, the prophet Moses beseeched the pharaoh to release the Jewish people from bondage. When the pharaoh refused, plagues of—literally—biblical proportions e ..read more

According to a new report, Berkeley in Northern California is a great destination to live. The popular city is known for its university, thriving art scene, and rich culture, but it’s also a pretty healthy place, too. In fact, according to Niche.com, it is not just healthy, but it is the healthiest city in the whole US. This is partly because it has pleasant weather (it has an average of 255 clear days a year, which is more than a month more than the US average of 218), a huge variety of spaces to go outside, get active, and enjoy that weather (it has more than 50 city parks), and great healt ..read more

If you’ve never tried a homemade veggie burger, you’re in for a treat. These are so easy to make, and gluten-free to boot ..read more