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October 4, 2017 by Fran Costigan 2 Comments

Les Dames d’Escoffier Philadelphia and Joan Nathan’s Tahina Cookies

Les Dames d’Escoffier Philadelphia and Joan Nathan’s Tahina Cookies

Last night at the Restaurant School in Philadelphia, I was among 22 new members inducted into the Philadelphia Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International chapter by president Natayna DiBona and First Vice President Lynn Buono. I was honored and excited, inspired, and well-fed. Around tables of eight, current and new members introduced ourselves before the […]

Filed Under: Cookies & Bars, Recipes Tagged With: Joan Nathan’s Tahina Cookies, Les Dames d’Escoffier, Philadelphia, Tahina Cookies, tahini, tahini cookies, vegan baking, vegan cookies, vegan desert

September 13, 2017 by Fran Costigan 19 Comments

Italian with a Twist: Christina Pirello’s Baci di Damas (Ladies Kisses)

Italian with a Twist: Christina Pirello’s Baci di Damas (Ladies Kisses)

When I moved in June to Philadelphia, I did have a few things on my must-do-first list, and highlighted on that list was to finally have an espresso with Philly’s own Christina Pirello. We met on a rainy day at the Italian market in Christina’s favorite coffee shop, Anthony’s, and we talked and talked like […]

Filed Under: Cookies & Bars, Giveaway, Guest Post, Recipes Tagged With: Baci di Damas, Christian Pirello, Christina Cooks, Cooking the Whole Foods Way, Italian vegan, Lady Kisses, vegan baking, vegan cookies, vegan dessert, vegan food, vegan recipe

May 31, 2017 by Fran Costigan 16 Comments

NYC Vegan Black and White Cookies

NYC Vegan Black and White Cookies

NYC Vegan by Michael Suchman and Ethan Ciment from Vegan Mos is the first plant-based cookbook to celebrate the famous foods of New York City. As a 40-year resident of New York City (and Brooklyn born), I have been hoping to see this book for a long time. Who better to write it than Michael Suchman and Ethan […]

Filed Under: Cookies & Bars, Recipes Tagged With: Black and White Cookies, Ethan Ciment, Michael Suchman, NYC Vegan, vegan baking, vegan cookies, Vegan Mos, vegan recipe

November 2, 2016 by Fran Costigan 8 Comments

Chocolate Chippers from The Book of Veganish

Chocolate Chippers from The Book of Veganish

Bestselling authors Kathy Freston and Rachel Cohn join together to create a toolbox of resources to aid socially aware teens and young adults interested in adopting a vegan lifestyle. The Book of Veganish contains everything curious young adults need to help them navigate through the transition to a vegan lifestyle. The 70 simple recipes are perfect […]

Filed Under: Book Review, Cookies & Bars, Giveaway, Recipes Tagged With: chocolate chip cookies, Chocolate Chippers, Cookies, Dessert, Kathy Freston, plant-based, Rachel Cohn, recipe, The Book of Veganish, vegan, vegan cookies, vegan recipe

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Want to learn to make the best ever vegan desserts? Of course you do! Sign up now for my Essential Vegan Desserts Course with Rouxbe.
The next 90-day online course starts May 8, 2018. Check out the very cool video, too.

Learn to cook like a professional in the 6-month Rouxbe Plant-Based Pro Certification course.
The next class starts June 12th. See the syllabus and reserve your seat here

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Featured Books

MORE GREAT GOOD DAIRY-FREE DESSERTS NATURALLY

MORE GREAT GOOD DAIRY-FREE DESSERTS NATURALLY
Even if you're a novice baker, you'll be able to make rich, moist cakes, delightful cookies, and flaky pie crust--all cholesterol free. More info →
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MORE GREAT GOOD DAIRY-FREE DESSERTS NATURALLY
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Vegan Chocolate : Unapologetically Luscious and Decadent Dairy-Free Desserts

Vegan Chocolate : Unapologetically Luscious and Decadent Dairy-Free Desserts
It can be difficult to find truly indulgent vegan desserts—especially chocolate. But for the first time, chocolate cakes, brownies, truffles, puddings, ice creams, and more are within reach: dairy-free, organic, fair-trade, and sublime. More info →
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Vegan Chocolate : Unapologetically Luscious and Decadent Dairy-Free Desserts
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I am so proud to offer this first of its kind, Essential Vegan Desserts Course with the renowned Rouxbe Online Cooking School. You may alreay know the school, which is home to chef Chad Sarno’s[...]
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New York City Vegetarian Food Fe... @ Metropolitan Pavilion
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New York City Vegetarian Food Festival @ Metropolitan Pavilion | New York | New York | United States
The New York City Vegetarian Food Festival is back May 19th & 20th for another amazing year! The festival will feature food sampling and meals from New York City’s top vegetarian restaurants and food companies, vegetarian/animal[...]
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I’ll be returning to Rancho La Puerta as a guest chef the week of June 9th through 16th, which is my birthday week. Come join me. This is worth saving for – trust me! There[...]
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