Avocado toast is quite simply one of my favorite things to eat. Not only does it take just a few minutes to put together (perfect for busy mornings), but it also keeps me fueled for a productive day. But first, let’s talk about bread. …
Hi again! After a bit of a hiatus, Truffles & Tofu is back – re-energized and refocused solely on plant-based recipes. So what happened since my last post? Life. Grad school. New adventures. When I first started Truffles & Tofu, I was in …
I’m really lucky to live near a ton of fantastic Chinese restaurants, but sometimes, I’m too lazy to drive a minute (maybe two minutes, max) to get to one that makes THE best chow mein, which is silly because it takes longer than one minute …
Going vegetarian wasn’t a difficult transition for me, but I will admit that there is one thing I miss from my carnivore days: fried chicken. Popeye’s, Honey’s Kettle, Hooters…I miss all of it. Every now and then, I’ll order the buffalo strips from Veggie Grill …
Before summer comes to a close, please do yourself a favor and make plans to enjoy the weather outdoors this weekend. Pack a blanket and some chairs. Fill your cooler with ice cold lemonade. Go to Trader Joe’s. Buy these ingredients. And make this recipe, …
I’m a firm believer in indulging in delicious desserts, but who wants the guilt of all the calories? I sure don’t, but this recipe (and frankly, most of the dessert recipes on Truffles & Tofu) – makes me feel like I’m not completing sabotaging my …
When I think of comfort food, I think of my mom’s Filipino-style adobo, a traditional stew made with soy sauce, vinegar, and chicken – the perfect combination of salty and tart. As a kid, one of my favorite meals was a steaming bowl of fluffy …
If you’ve never had blistered tomatoes, you are in for a treat! Tomatoes are pretty fun on their own, but when they’re cooked whole on a hot pan, they become extra juicy. One of my favorite ramen restaurants, Umaya Lounge, makes the most delicious …
For as long as I can remember, one of my mom’s favorite things to eat is spanokopita – a delicious, Greek spinach pie wrapped in flaky phyllo dough. In my never-ending quest to make dishes that she’ll also enjoy, I found a foolproof recipe for …
Amusement parks have come a long way to make it easier for vegetarian and vegan guests to enjoy meals inbetween rides. On a recent trip to Disney’s California Adventure, I devoured a delicious portobello mushroom philly from Award Weiners in the Hollywood Studio Backlot. With …