Whether you’re organizing a birthday party, wedding celebration, or random family gathering, the food makes or breaks the success of the event. It goes without saying that party-goers or attendees get excited about the food at events they’re invited to. And we wouldn’t be surprised. The type of food you serve in your event reflects…
Tag: Food
Best Moet & Chandon Champagne Deal: $35 at Iggy’s, Oakland Beach, RI
Moet & Chandon champagne is the ultimate fancy celebratory drink, and we had a few things to celebrate last weekend. However, we did not go to Iggy’s at Oakland Beach in Rhode Island with champagne in mind. But when we saw it on the menu for $65, which is about how much you’d pay at…
PB & J’s Restaurant in Warwick, Rhode Island – The New Coney Island
Living in Oakland Beach, we’ve seen PB & J’s Restaurant on our commute. It looked like a cute place, but it was their new outdoor seating that finally convinced us to visit. We came in the late afternoon for some breakfast food but ended up getting cocktails and enjoying their seafood special. Everything was delicious, reasonably priced,…
DiVine Italian Bistro: Warwick, Rhode Island
We live in Warwick for a few months before finally finding the time to pop into DiVine Italian Bistro. When we moved to Oakland Beach, we had no idea that there were so many great Italian spots. Our first discovery was Antonio’s Bakery, where we’ve gone more times than I care to admit. Then we…
Mushroom Beer Brewery Opens in Rhode Island: Portabeera Brew
Mushrooms are a superfood, and companies worldwide are creating new shroomy recipes that are healthier than their fungus-free alternatives. MUD\WTR makes a low-caffeine drink that gives you more energy than coffee, while Four Sigmatic adds mushrooms to their coffee! Mushrooms are even being turned into eco-friendly packaging by Ikea. Finally, the beer industry is jumping on the mushroom wagon. And the…
Juice Cleanse 101: What Are the Best Vegetables to Juice?
A few weeks ago, Isaac and I tried doing a three-day juice cleanse. Unfortunately, we only managed 48 hours, but we learned a lot from doing it! We did not look up any recipes before going shopping for our fruits and veggies. Going in blind had a few perks, including discovering the worst and best vegetables…
LineSider Brewing Company: First Brewery in East Greenwich, RI
We visited LineSider Brewing Company last weekend, not knowing much about it. Basically, we just looked up breweries in our area and we went to another one first that required reservations. Next we tried this one, and we got there just before it got super busy. Turns out that LineSider was the first brewery in…
Deviant Donuts: The BEST Donuts in New England
I discovered Deviant Donuts on Instagram, in a comment of a post by a vegan group. Someone had posted a photo of 10 beautiful donuts that were a special for vegan week. I decided to look up this amazing place, expecting it to be too far for me to visit. However, Deviant Donuts is in…
Curious Elixirs: Craft Cocktails Without the Alcohol
This weekend Isaac and I partied hard with soft craft cocktails created by Curious Elixirs. Curious Elixirs Number 1 through 5 do not appreciate the label ‘mocktail.’ There is nothing fake about these craft cocktails that have all the flavor and fizz without the resulting headache. Not only do these delicious concoctions lack alcohol, they…
Spero Foods: Eco-Friendly Vegan Sunflower Cream Cheese
Spero Foods embraces plant-based cream cheese but they make it even more eco-friendly! While nut-based cheeses are greener than dairy, they require a lot of water to produce. Sunflowers are the best of both worlds! Plus, people with nut allergies can generally eat sunflower seeds because they are not a tree nuts. However, do check…
Superfood Terminology: Probiotics & Adaptogens & Collagen, oh my!
I love trying healthy foods so I am becoming familiar with superfood terminology. However, I don’t quite understand it all completely. I know that probiotics are great for your gut and collagen has something to do with having beautiful skin, but what do these words really mean? They say if you can’t explain it to…
Flavor God: Delicious Health All-Natural Seasonings, Toppers & Rubs
Flavor God was on our radar for months before we finally bit the bullet. Since we mostly stick to a plant-based diet, there are many beans, legumes and salads. Although Isaac loves to cook, there isn’t always time to make every meal fancy. Flavor God helps keep our meals simple, delicious and interesting. Rice and…
Sunwink: Alcohol-Free Cocktail to Try This Dry January
Dry January is a the perfect time to try some new alcohol alternatives such as Sunwink. As a Ukrainian-born Czech, drinking is part of my culture. Alcohol alternatives such as non-alcoholic beer are pretty much a joke in both my home countries. I really enjoy a good pint of beer, glass of wine and even…
Eat Lentils, Get Rich: Czech New Year Traditions
Czechs believe that you should eat lentils on New Year’s Day because they will bring you good fortune. There is a Czech saying that goes: “Jak na Nový rok, tak po celý rok” which translates as “As on New Year’s Day, the same throughout the whole year.” Many countries in Europe believe that the way…
Iggy’s Doughboys & Chowder House: Secret Off-Season Deals
Iggy’s Doughboys & Chowder House has secret off-season deals! During summer months, Iggy’s at Oakland Beach is swarming with tourists from near and far. As soon as swimming season wraps up, everything slows down – even during pandemic-free times. We discovered the secret off-season deals via an envelope full of Valpak coupons. They have some…
Atlas Coffee Club: $14 Subscription to Taste the World
I discovered Atlas Coffee Club in a Facebook ad. I am not a huge fan of monthly subscriptions because sometimes it becomes too much. However, one 12 oz bag of a new coffee to try every month is just the right amount. I have received two bags from Atlas Coffee Club and recently got a…
The Meeting Place Coffee Gift Basket: Review
This past weekend I got the sweetest (literally) gift ever! I was expecting one of the many Amazon purchases that seem to be never-ending due to our recent move. Instead of a boring yet necessary household item, I opened up a box that smelled like coffee and sugar! There was a sweet personalized message, three…
Plant-Based Sushi Options: Vegan Rolls, Nigiri & More
Sushi is one of those surprising foods that is known for it’s raw fish, yet has a lot of plant-based sushi options. Even in the most famous Japanese restaurants in Ginza, the menu will offer completely vegan rolls. The typical ones are cucumber and avocado. Of course, there are also restaurants that offer explusive vegan…
kencko: Instant Organic Smoothies – Just Add Water
I love smoothies but I hate the mess, wasted food and taking out the large blender – that’s where kencko can make life simpler! Basically, they grinds up fruits and veggies into a powder that comes in compostable single-serving packets. They don’t use any preservatives or even artificial coloring and the smoothies are beautiful, delicious…
Daily Harvest Review: 5-Minute Prep Meals for $5.99+
I have been so excited to do this Daily Harvest review ever since we got our box! My husband, Isaac, and I have never been busier than we are today. We wake up at 5 am most days and get straight to work until the moment we pass out around 10 pm. This doesn’t leave…
The Pub at Matunuck: Beach Dining, Rhode Island
We ate and drank at The Pub at Matunuck this past weekend. Our friend Patrick wanted to check out the surf but the rest of us wanted to stay out of the freezing water. Isaac, Jenn and I wanted to find a spot to relax while still watching the surfers. It was a super busy…
Tavern By The Sea: Historic Wickford, Rhode Island
Tavern By The Sea is a great spot located in the historic village of Wickford, my new favorite spot in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. We discovered the Tavern By The Sea by coincidence, while waiting for a spot to open up at Gooseneck Vineyards for a wine tasting. If we had more time, we would…
Apple Picking at Narrow Lane Orchard: Rhode Island
Apple picking is a fun fall-time activity popular for families all across the USA. I had always wanted to go but never got the chance until September 13th, 2020! Finally I found a cool spot to go pick some apples, Narrow Lane Orchard. It was an unexpected experience that I’d like to share. Apple Picking…
Better Breakfast Month: September
September is Better Breakfast Month, something that we should all be actively pursuing. It may not be 100% accurate that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. However, eating a good breakfast does have an endless number of positive health effects. Why raise awareness about breakfast in September? We should honestly be doing…
Mulberry Vineyards: Historic Chepachet, RI
The Mulberry Vineyards are located in historic Chepachet in Glocester, Rhode Island. We discovered this great spot due to a recommendation from friends who live in the area. We arrived on a beautiful day, with a large crowd sitting at a safe distance on chairs and blankets brought from home. There was live music by…
Bones Coffee Company: Their 5 Best Flavors
Bones Coffee Company calls themselves the world’s freshest small batch coffee, and I completely agree. After seeing their ads for months, I finally decided to order some and I couldn’t decide on just 5, so I got 10! They have a crazy selection of flavors with beautiful art, plus they offer free shipping on orders…
Burčák: Why Do Czech’s Drink Wine Before It’s “Ready”?
Burčák, also known as young wine, is a popular late summer/early fall beverage in various European countries. But Burčák is not just young – it is partially-fermented wine in an earlier stage of production. Czechs feel strongly about the six-week Burčák season and some even believe that it is healthiest to drink at least seven…
National Prosecco Day: August 13th
National Prosecco Day takes places every year during the middle of August. It is supposed to remind us to relax, sip a chilled delicious beverage and enjoy what is left of summer! It is a super popular beverage all over the world and by the end of 2020, the worldwide consumption of Prosecco is expected to…
National Mustard Day: Weird Food Facts
National Mustard Day is not my go-to thing to celebrate on August first. I usually begin this month pre-celebrating my August 6th birthday! But why not celebrate this wonderful condiment that dates back to ancient Greece? Learn about the different types of mustard, unusual uses for it and the many lies that come with it….
Middle of Nowhere Diner: Rhode Island
The Middle of Nowhere Diner is located, as the name suggest, in the middle of nowhere. My husband Isaac and I discovered it on our way back from a hike at Step Stone Falls. Yesterday, I wrote about the Next to Nowhere Creamery, a place that serves delicious ice cream. It is located right next…
Next to Nowhere Creamery: RI’s Best Ice Cream
Next to Nowhere Creamery has delicious ice cream. Isaac and I discovered it on the way back from a hike at Step Stone Falls. As a Rhode Island native, Isaac had obviously heard of the Middle of Nowhere Diner but I was incredibly amused by the well-fitting name. I wasn’t hungry enough to stuff myself…
NUGGS 2.0: Vegan Chicken Nugget Review & Comparison
A year ago I tried an older version of NUGGS. I wanted to love them, but my honest opinion was that they tasted like cardboard. The only thing was, I prepared them without any oil in the air-fryer, so that could have been a big reason I hated them so much. So when I got…
Pickles Made Cleopatra Beautiful: Weird Food Facts
Pickles are a staple in many people’s homes. They are a popular hangover food in Ukraine, a fun street food in the USA when deep-fried and Cleopatra ate them as part of her beauty regime. Did I just say Cleopatra? Yes. Pickles have been around for a ridiculously long time. Some believe the first pickle…
Chicken of the Woods: Easy to Identify Mushrooms
Chicken of the Woods is an amazing mushroom that is known for its taste. Somehow, it tastes exactly like chicken! Sure, they say that about everything but it’s not just the flavor, it’s also the looks and texture. If you follow my blog then you may be feeling some déjà vu. Beware, chicken of the…
National Day: Fried Clams, Chocolate Wafer & Beans
Every day is a national something today. Some days it’s not just one something. Today, for example, is a very confusing day. On July 3rd we’re supposed to be healthy and eat beans but also fried clams as well as chocolate wafers. A balanced diet involves a little bit of everything, right? Let me tell…
Camp Nowhere, RI: $3 Food & Drinks
After being cooped up at home for months, a trip to Block Island broke our stay-at-home seal. While staying at home is still the safest way to prevent the spread of COVID-19, people are beginning to go stir-crazy. While it is still best to stick to outdoor activities like hiking, there are pubs like Camp…
The Avocado Was Once the Alligator Pear: Weird Food Facts
Alligator pears are delicious and I could eat them every day if I could. You may wonder why I am referring to avocados as alligator pears? I’ll get to that soon because this article will be all about avocados! Scroll to the end if you’re only here for the earrings, but I definitely recommend that…
Figs Contain Dead Wasps: Weird Food Facts
We live in a strange world where humans spend less and less time outside. So many of us are disconnected from the natural world. Most things in our lives are virtual, processed and synthetic. Nothing depresses me more than those videos of children being shown vegetables and asking “what is this?” While I can confidently…
CalorieKing: Nutritional Info to Aid Weight Loss
While writing my blog post about Fitvine, I needed to do some nutritional research and calorie comparing. That is how I discovered CalorieKing! CalorieKing is a unique nutrition website because it tells you how long it would take you to burn off the calories consumed. I have been counting calories and tracking my macros on…
Vegan Cheese: 5 Top Choices
Vegan cheese does not have a great reputation. It is extremely hard to recreate the delicious creamy gooeyness of dairy cheese. Unfortunately, a lot of people can’t eat the real thing due to allergies or other reasons that include health, religion, ethics, etc. I personally have a mild lactose intolerance, plus even a small amount…
Apothic Red Blend: My Favorite Wine
I do not consider myself picky when it comes to wine. In my early 20s I was happy drinking $2 bottles of wine in Prague. A few years later, I was paying ten times more in Shanghai for fake imported wine that could not have been worse. Suddenly, I found myself tolerating most wines but…
Udemy Online Courses: Everything You Want to Know About Wine
I discovered Udemy while writing articles about ways to stay busy while we’re stuck indoors. Luckily enough, I discovered the website during a 48-hour flash sale. This made all courses 90% off! Of course, I ended up snagging 15 classes worth $2,000 for just over $150. I did notice that there seems to be other…
Nuggs: Vegan Chicken Nugget Review
Nuggs are a very popular vegan chicken nugget that’s advertised all over the internet. I actually bought some to try because of the fun ads and great price. Their tag line is “don’t be a chicken” which I found absolutely hilarious. Sadly, if prepared in a healthier oil-free way, these Nuggs tasted about as good…
Trader Joe’s Vegan Protein Patties
Move over Beyond Burger, Trader Joe’s Protein Patties are the best alternative meat product out there. These vegan patties only have 260 calories and 26 grams of protein and five grams of fiber. These are by no means a healthy food that should be consumed regularly. But they are delicious and a great treat for…
Online Wine Tasting: Youth Time Magazine
Enjoying a glass of wine with dinner is a great way to unwind. But it can be really disappointing to bring home a bottle of wine with a taste that doesn’t match the cost. Sometimes it’s due to the brand, but other times it’s simply served wrong or paired incorrectly with a meal. Luckily, it…
New Asia House: Sushi in Warwick, RI
New day, new sushi place discovery – coincidentally called the New Asia House! The New Asia House is by no means a new restaurant. It has been on Quaker Lane in Warwick since September 2016. While their website isn’t particularly modern or informative, you can get a lot of information about the via Yelp. We…
Grounds & Hounds: Good Cause Coffee Subscription
Grounds & Hounds is an amazing coffee subscription that donates a percentage of their profits to help dogs. The subscription starts at $13.99 + $2 shipping and can be fully customized to suit your needs. The company also sells coffee normally with no subscription needed. They have a wide selection of delicious products. “20% of…
Morels: Easy to Identify Mushrooms
Morels are delicious mushrooms and one of the most desired wild mushrooms in the world. You can buy them dried in stores such as Walmart, but a mere 2 oz (57 grams) will cost you $24! This is because morels aren’t generally farmed – they are gathered in the wild. I am writing about them…
Gudetama the Lazy Egg 101
I discovered Gudetama when I lived in Shanghai, China. One day on the subway I saw someone with a backpack that was covered in images of a sad-looking egg with a juicy butt. I was immediately intrigued and started Googling. Turns out this lazy egg is a sibling of Hello Kitty and he is popular…
White Dog Distillery’s Moonshine Tasting, RI
Growing up in Europe I heard a lot of jokes made about moonshine. This led me to have quite the negative opinion about this misunderstood beverage. I remember trying a homemade batch that a friend made and it was okay. The second time I tried it was at a farmers market and it was pretty…
Whalers Brewing Company: South Kingstown, RI
My friend Matisse introduced me to Whalers back in September. Even though I live about a 45-minute drive away, we have met up there twice since! Whalers is great because of their beer, atmosphere and the fact that they are dog friendly. I’m excited to visit again once the world is successfully unplugged and plugged…
Splash Wines: 15 Bottles, $6.99 Each, Free Delivery
People have argued about the definition of irony ever since Alanis Morissette gave the world a list of ironically incorrect examples. According to my understanding of irony, it applies to discovering an amazing deal for wine the day after you decide to have a dry month. Thanks for the temptation Splash Wines, but I shall…
Leyden Farm Vineyard & Winery: Review
I went to a wine tasting at Leyden Farm in July 2019 and finally got to writing about it! Until recently, these tastings were available for as little as $13 for two people on GroupOn. This includes two wine glasses with the logo and I still use mine to this day! Isaac, obviously, broke his…
Learn to Cook Italian: Youth Time Magazine
Cooking is a wonderful skill to have, one that creates a special relationship between you and your food. Creating delicious and beautiful meals from scratch is equal parts science and art. Luckily, cooking doesn’t have to be a talent you are born with. You can easily learn to be a great cook and to fall…
Plant City: Vegan Restaurant – Providence, RI
Plant City opened in Providence, Rhode Island on June 14th, 2019. It has an extremely wide selection of vegan food featuring Italian, Mexican and a smoothie bar. They also sell retail vegan products and have an amazing bar full of cruelty-free alcoholic beverages and more! “PLANT CITY is the world’s first plant-based food hall +…
Back to the Roots: Grow Your Own Food Kits
Yesterday I wrote an article about starting a garden. But not everyone has the time or space to grow their own food. It is quite the time commitment and can cost a lot to get started. We spent several hundred dollars on the soil and raised garden beds alone! This is where Back to the…
JOI Almond Milk Concentrate: Just Add Water
We live in Rhode Island where stores are still open. However, there are limits on how much you can buy per person and every time you go, you risk spreading the virus. The last time we went shopping was at Trader Joes. They only let 25 people inside at one time and didn’t let anyone…
Khoo Restaurant: Emergency Take-Out Sushi
Recently I wrote about my favorite sushi spot, Ye Express. We eat there every time we get paid for our traditional pay day sushi! In the past month we went overboard and ate away our COVID-19 depression here. To our absolute horror, when dining in was banned in Rhode Island, Ye Express shut down completely!…
Ye Express: My Go-To Sushi Spot in West Warwick, RI
Ye Express is a great sushi place located on Main Street in West Warwick, Rhode Island. They have a great staff that is always friendly, and the owner knew our order by heart after our third visit. Ye Express has a great combination of American Chinese food, Japanese sushi and Western alcohol – they also…
Imperfect Foods: Greener, Cheaper Grocery Shopping
Ever since moving to America from China, my mission to lead a zero-waste lifestyle has become significantly more difficult. Until I discovered Imperfect Foods. In China, it was my experience that people were less aware of the negative impacts of plastic. Despite this, there seemed to be more opportunities to affordably shop for most necessities in reusable…
Beyond Sushi: Vegan in New York City
Sushi was the one thing preventing me from going fully vegan when I first decided to change my eating habits. Like many people, I was just obsessed with raw fish. I would literally dream of eating salmon nigiri. One of the best culinary moments of my life involved eating raw fish in Ginza, Japan. Does…
Vegan V-Day: Love the Planet, Animals and Your SO
Valentines day is around the corner and heart-shaped merchandise is flooding stores. It can be easy to get overwhelmed and end up reaching for the closest box of chocolate placed directly at eye level by rich advertisers. Or you can do a little bit of research and make the best choice for the planet and…
Human Digestion System – From the Food’s Perspective
Hello, my name is Sally, and I am a chicken and vegetable salad. I am quite a nutritious salad, full of spinach, peppers, onions, sesame seeds and grilled chicken. Though I’ve enjoyed my time in the salad bowl, it’s time for what I was made for- to be eaten and digested by Isaac! Isaac likes to get…
Plant-based is NOT a Synonym for Healthy
I began my plant-based (or vegan) journey over two years ago. In that time, so many alternative products have hit the markets and now you can buy vegan ice cream, pizza and even cheese at most grocery stores. Since changing my diet, I have actually gained about 20 pounds by eating the wrong kind of…
Plant-Based Eating Tips: Infographics
Plant-based eating is very trendy right now and it can be a little confusing to start. When switching to a plant-based diet it’s important to keep track of your macros and make sure you are getting all the nutrients you need! There are plenty of guides online, but what I found particularly helpful are these…
Why I Spent $79 on Gum – My Zero-Waste Journey
Today, my $79 piece of gum has finally arrived! It is a fancy chew, imported from Switzerland and the second main ingredient to xylitol are actual flakes of 23 carat gold. It’s created by the same people who invented the $1,000 ice cream Sunday made with gold. You can pick up your jaws off the floor…
Vegan Guide to Block Island, RI: 2018
While the Oyster Bar’s half-shell platters and Winfield’s award-winning clam chowder are Block Island staples, local restaurants also cater to the growing vegan community. Vegan diets that exclude all animal products including meat, fish, dairy and eggs have been on the rise. The main motivations for a vegan lifestyle are health, animal welfare and the environment. Luckily, there are plenty of plant-based options all over the Island! Breakfast: Start the day…
Revival Brewing Company: Delicious Craft Beer & More
Yesterday, on October 25th, 2019, Revival Brewing Company celebrated Halloween, their 8th anniversary and crew birthdays all at once. I had originally planned on having a quiet Friday in, but this was one event I just couldn’t miss. I discovered the Revival Tasty Room & Brewery simply because it was one of the closest breweries…
Don’t Scare the Planet on Halloween – Pumpkin Recycling & Other Uses
Carving pumpkins and consuming everything pumpkin-spiced are among my favorite October activities. I embrace the basic status and I don’t hold back. But I also take on the season with the environment in mind. This means that I bring my to-go cup for that PSL and I don’t let a single bit of pumpkin go…
Everyfelt: My Etsy Store Got a Makeover!
Everyfelt sells the coolest food themed earrings!
Mealworm Mondays: Livin Farm’s Hive Bloopers
This week’s Mealworm Monday features blooper of taking care of the Hive, the world’s first edible insect desktop farm by Livin Farms! The Hive is the world’s first edible insect desktop farm that can provide 3-600 nutritious grams of mealworms every two weeks, perfect for entovegans like my husband or anyone who wants a more sustainable form of protein in their lives…
Mealworm Mondays: Beetle Inlet Tray – Livin Farm’s Hive
This week’s Mealworm Monday features the function of the beetle inlet tray of the Hive, the world’s first edible insect desktop farm by Livin Farms! The Hive is the world’s first edible insect desktop farm that can provide 3-600 nutritious grams of mealworms every two weeks, perfect for entovegans like my husband or anyone who wants a more sustainable form of protein in their lives…
The Best Ice Cream on Phi Phi is Vegan
You can’t spend time on a tropical island without eating ice cream. But vegans can’t eat ice cream… right? Wrong!
Don’t Trash those Pumpkins – Smash them into the Compost instead
Composting will make sure your pumpkin decomposes and the nutrients will benefit a tree, flower or someone’s crops. When food is thrown in to the regular trash, it can’t decompose properly and will release gasses that will poison the environment.
Mealworm Mondays: Moisture Overflow – Livin Farm’s Hive
This week’s Mealworm Monday features a moisture overflow disaster in the Hive, the world’s first edible insect desktop farm by Livin Farms! The Hive is the world’s first edible insect desktop farm that can provide 3-600 nutritious grams of mealworms every two weeks, perfect for entovegans like my husband or anyone who wants a more sustainable form of protein in their lives…
Govinda’s Vegan Restaurant: Ao Nang, Thailand 2018
Govinda, a vegan restaurant in Ao Nang, Thailand was delicious and the staff was incredibly kind!
Mealworm Mondays: Livin Farm’s Hive, Full Cycle
This week’s Mealworm Monday features the full cycle of the Hive, the world’s first edible insect desktop farm by Livin Farms! The Hive is the world’s first edible insect desktop farm that can provide 3-600 nutritious grams of mealworms every two weeks, perfect for entovegans like my husband or anyone who wants a more sustainable form of protein in their lives…
Mealworm Mondays: Cooking Insects From Livin Farm’s Hive
This week’s Mealworm Monday features cooking insects harvested in our Hive, the world’s first edible insect desktop farm by Livin Farms! The Hive is the world’s first edible insect desktop farm that can provide 3-600 nutritious grams of mealworms every two weeks, perfect for entovegans like my husband or anyone who wants a more sustainable form of protein in their lives…
Best Vegan Food in China Town, NYC: Bodhi Kosher
On our way in I saw sashimi in the display window and I was disappointed that we weren’t in an all-vegan restaurant. It turned out that the sashimi was vegan too! Another customer who had lived in New York her whole life told us that it was her favorite place in the city.
Mealworm Mondays: Noise Problem & Solution – Livin Farm’s Hive
This week’s Mealworm Monday features noise issues with the Hive, the world’s first edible insect desktop farm by Livin Farms! The Hive is the world’s first edible insect desktop farm that can provide 3-600 nutritious grams of mealworms every two weeks, perfect for entovegans like my husband or anyone who wants a more sustainable form of protein in their lives…
Rainbow Bagels: They Look like a Unicorn, Taste Like 💩
The bagel was sugary yet flavorless, the beautiful twirls of colors wasted on what tasted far from the rainbow I expected. I had to scrape the cream cheese onto a regular piece of bread to get the grossly bland flavor out of my mouth…
Mealworm Mondays: Humidity Problem & Solutions – Livin Farm’s Hive
This week’s Mealworm Monday features humidity and noise issues with the Hive, the world’s first edible insect desktop farm by Livin Farms! The Hive is the world’s first edible insect desktop farm that can provide 3-600 nutritious grams of mealworms every two weeks, perfect for entovegans like my husband or anyone who wants a more sustainable form of protein in their lives…
Mealworm Mondays: Pupae and Beetles in Livin Farm’s Hive
This week’s Mealworm Monday features pupae and beetles born in the Hive, the world’s first edible insect desktop farm by Livin Farms! The Hive is the world’s first edible insect desktop farm that can provide 3-600 nutritious grams of mealworms every two weeks, perfect for entovegans like my husband or anyone who wants a more sustainable form of protein in their lives…
Shrimp vs. Crickets: How Can Eating Insects Save the World?
Shrimp is a popular food source all over the world. They are healthy due to their high calcium, omega-3, protein and they are deliciously easy to prepare. Shrimp has been America’s most popular seafood for many years; in 2014 the average amount of shrimp eaten per person annually was 1.8 kilos! Despite being one of the most common allergens, shrimp are considered a delicacy and are very much in demand worldwide.
Mealworm Mondays: Livin Farm’s Hive Forgotten for Two Weeks
This week’s Mealworm Monday features feeding the Hive, the world’s first edible insect desktop farm by Livin Farms after it has been untouched for almost two weeks! The Hive is the world’s first edible insect desktop farm that can provide 3-600 nutritious grams of mealworms every two weeks, perfect for entovegans like my husband or anyone who wants a more sustainable form of protein in their lives…
Insects on the Menu – Entomophagy in Prague
Jiskra loves to experiment with food and began cooking with insects five years ago. The lunch menu was much more extensive than the average insect tasting with mealworms, crickets, grasshoppers and cockroaches on offer. You could eat a three-course cricket meal with crickets in the soup as well as the typically-Czech fried cheese but also covered in chocolate as dessert…
Mealworm Monday: What is the Hive’s Green Light?
This weeks Mealworm Monday features dealing with the green light of the Hive, the world’s first edible insect desktop farm by Livin Farms! Read more about it at Livin Farms:
10 Most Bizarrely Awesome Food-Themed Earrings
Food and fashion have always been in the spotlight of our society, playing an important role in our self-expression and identity. It is no wonder that food-themed fashion has made its way into our lives and onto many Pintrest boards. In the past, a pizza-print t-shirt may have been intended as a gag gift but…
Mealworm Monday: First Pupae in the Hive by Livin Farms
This weeks Mealworm Monday features our first pupae from the Hive, the world’s first edible insect desktop farm by Livin Farms! Read more about it at Livin Farms:
Five Things NEVER to Buy at the Grocery Store Again
These days it’s easy to get caught up in all the flashy products available at the supermarket. Everything has a fancy, complicated version of itself. Pick up a bottle of tomato sauce at a grocery store and count the ingredient. Now grab the tortillas and see if you can pronounce all the chemicals. Finally, look at the fancy $10 organic peanut butter, and you’ll see the point I’m trying to get to: salt and peanuts. That’s it…
Mealworm Mondays: Livin Farms Hive Resources & Info
This weeks Mealworm Monday features the Hive, the world’s first edible insect desktop farm by Livin Farms! Read more about it at Livin Farms:
Mealworm Mondays: Feeding the Hive by Livin Farms
This weeks Mealworm Monday features feeding the Hive, the world’s first edible insect desktop farm by Livin Farms! Read more about it at Livin Farms:
Mealworm Mondays: Cleaning the Hive by Livin Farms
This weeks Mealworm Monday features cleaning the Hive, the world’s first edible insect desktop farm by Livin Farms! Read more about it at Livin Farms:
Mealworm Mondays: Unpacking the Hive by Livin Farms
This weeks Mealworm Monday features unpacking the Hive, the world’s first edible insect desktop farm by Livin Farms! Read more about it at Livin Farms.
Mealworm Mondays: Intro to Entomophagy (Eating Insects)
Entomophagy is the practice of eating insects that I will be telling you about in the upcoming series of posts called *cue drumroll* Mealworm Mondays! If a picture says a thousand words then a video must speak millions, so whenever I’m not in the mood to write out long explanations or you’re too lazy to…
DOHA Cafe Review: Da Lat, Vietnam
The cafe has lots of seating across three floors, although the top one wasn’t being air-conditioned when I was there. However, the view of the Xuan Huong lake and Lam Vien square was worth it. They have a great selection of drinks including coffees, teas and juices. Although the prices are relatively steep for Vietnam, it’s still affordable on a Western budget. We didn’t get a chance to try any of their food although we were definitely tempted by their cakes and pastries.
Ubud, Bali: A Vegan Food Paradise 2018
When I talked to my Indonesian friends about finding vegan food in Bali and they were skeptical. They told me that Indonesians are obsessed with their meat and all traditional dishes are loaded with animal products. I’ve always been able to find plenty of vegan options despite meat eaters claiming that I’ll starve to death in their country… so I wasn’t too worried but I was a bit disappointed that I wouldn’t be able to feast on delicious unhealthy vegan comfort food. #firstworldveganproblems
Avocado Smoothies in Da Lat, Vietnam
I first heard about avocado smoothies on a half-day Countryside Tour of Da Lat. Vietnam is famous for their avocados and July just happens to be prime season! We were told that you can get them anywhere in the market, but it took us over an hour of searching, walking in circles and asking confused…
Topside Cafe 2018: Block Island, Rhode Island
Topside Cafe is a great place to grab a coffee or enjoy a meal while waiting for the ferry. It has great prices, vegan as well as meat options and their coffee is absolutely delicious! We visited on a cold winter day and enjoyed their vegan smoothie bowl while my father-in-law munched on his pulled…
Entoveganism: Veganism with a Six-legged Twist
“Curiosity, disgust and confusion,” is how some vegans respond to Josh’s creepy-crawly twist on the strict no animal product diet. While both veganism and entomophagy are growing trends around the world, Josh may be the first to combine them. ‘Entoveganism’ may sound like an oxymoron but it is the most accurate description for this unique…
Protein of the Future: Save Cows, Eat Insects – From Home!
The world’s first desktop farm for edible insects promises to do more than put bugs on people’s plates: Livin Farms aims to empower individuals to start a food revolution from the comfort of their kitchen. After months of research, testing and redesign, the Hive is off the assembly line and is one step closer to…
How I Became a Beveage (Vegan…ish)
‘Vegan’ is a word I never thought I’d use in reference to myself. Until three months ago, I never even said ‘vegan’ without grimacing unless I was being sarcastic. I loved meat, cheese and eggs, pitied vegetarians and looked down on vegans. Why did I single vegans out so much? One or two may have…
Best Breakfast in Ho Chi Minh: Cơm Chay Mani
It’s hard to pick a place for breakfast in Ho Chi Minh because the choices are pretty much endless. Luckily, we were recommended a cheap place that supposedly served delicious breakfast. What we didn’t know until we arrived, was that it was vegan. Life is a funny thing. One day you’re disappointed that there’s no…
Czech Beer & Food in Vietnam: Hao Vien Brauhaus
Vietnam and the Czech Republic don’t seem to have anything in common, right? Wrong. Although one is in Asia and the other is in Europe, plus the fact that language, food, culture and everything else is night and day. They actually have some common history. Plus, the largest minority living in the Czech Republic after…
Where to Buy the Best Canned Tuna in China for Cheap
If you follow my blog, you know I love sushi. Sadly, I can’t eat it every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Whenever I’m not eating raw fish, I’m stuffing my face with fish fillet, baked salmon and canned tuna! Yesterday I received a special delivery of 15 large cans of tuna for just 117…
How to Drink Delicious Western Alcohol Affordably (in China)
Needless to say, moving to China has been one huge culture shock after another. We’ve almost been here for a year now and it still happens sometime. One of the biggest shocks has been the lack of affordable yet tasty wine that was abundant in Prague. Great Wall, Dynasty and Changyu are the popular cheap brands of…
Crayfish Season in China
Just as strawberry season comes to a sad end, crayfish take center stage on the menu. Once the weather starts looking up in April, buckets of live crayfish appear on every street. They are sold by weight, thrown into boiling water right in front of you and prepared in various styles including spicy, garlic-flavored or…
Don’t Fear Un-refrigerated Eggs!
There is a popular misconception in most Western countries that eggs need to be refrigerated. While there are many arguments for and against refrigerating eggs, it is a fact that it is not dangerous to eat eggs that have not been in a fridge. The simple test to see if an egg is good to…
Restaurant Manners in China
A typical Chinese restaurant offers a wide variety of food including tofu in all shapes and forms, at least four different styles of pork, dumplings, rice, noodles, veggies, fish and chicken. When you order a dish, you’ll notice immediately that the portion is huge – that’s because you’re supposed to share everything. At a typical…
Strawberry Shopping in China
I arrived in China at the end of July with an unexpected craving for strawberries. Several months went by without a single strawberry in sight and I started getting nervous. I had basically given up on ever eating them again, until November came by and incredibly expensive strawberries flooded the streets. For the first month, an average of…
One Noodle Diet: 3.8 Meters Long & Belt-Thick
Can you lose weight by only eating one noodle per meal? Not if they are 3.8 meters long and as thick as a belt!
Great Food and Colorful Lights: Muslim Quarter in Xi’an
The Muslim Quarter in Xi’an is delicious, full of character and an exciting mix of cultures!
China Doesn’t Sugarcoat Meat-Eating & Neither Should You
Eating fresh meat comes at a price. Can’t bear to look? Then maybe you shouldn’t be eating it.
Chinese Liquor: Never Been Sicker
Chinese liquor is strong and cheap. My favorite is a medical herbal wine that tastes almost like Czech Becherovka!
Sushi Drunk: Eating the Best Sushi in the Word
Tsukiji Sushiko Ginza serves what may be the BEST sushi in the world! Yum would be an understatement…
39 RMB All-You-Can-Eat in the Heart of Shanghai
What if I told you that 39 RMB is all you need to spend on a huge meal and a few beers in the very heart of Shanghai?
Vegan Heaven: Kale in Shanghai
Everyone knows that eating kale is good for you. But who knew it could decorate a city!
Japanese Delicacies: Seafood Pancakes (Okonomiyaki)
Japan combines seafood with pancakes and makes the world a happier, fuller place!
Thai Delicacies: Roti Pancakes
Have you ever noticed that most countries have their own version of a pancake? China has the za liang jian bing or fried pancake served as a breakfast food from street food vendors. The French like their pancakes thin, crispy and savory while Americans prefer them fluffy and doused with maple syrup. Thailand has their…
Chinese Delicacies: Calorie Bombs on a Stick (Tanghulu)
Candied fruit on a stick seems like a healthier choice than ice cream. Think again! This delicacy has more calories than a McDonald’s cheeseburger!
Chinese Delicacies: 2,000 Year Old Pancakes
Chinese fried pancakes are soft yet crispy with a coriander finish! People have been eating them for almost 2,000 years! Read more…
Drinking Hot Water in China
Hot water is healthy to drink and it’s all the rage in China. Even vending machines have it! Water isn’t only thing that’s hot either…
Sexist Sushi in Japan is Awesome… for Women!
Sushi is probably my favorite thing in the world and Japan is the best place to eat it. Since I can never get enough, I’ve been researching all-you-can-eat sushi restaurants in Tokyo. Turns out that most restaurants have different prices for men and women when it comes to all-you-can-eat menus. Women pay up to 2,000…
Living in Huaqiao: Cooking your own Food (Guest Post)
Strawberry season, and other tips about shopping in Huaqiao!
Living in Huaqiao: Korean Food Review (Guest Post)
There are some pretty delicious Korean food options in Huaqiao too!
Living in Huaqiao: Chinese Food Review (Guest Post)
Chinese food is great! Here are some of the dishes you should try in Huaqiao!
Living in Huaqiao: The Ultimate List of Places to Eat (Guest Post)
There are SO many food options in Huaqiao! Here’s just a few to pick from…
Living in Huaqiao: Food at KCIS (Guest Post)
Here’s what your food options are at KCIS. Teachers get a free lunch every day!
Shopping for Western Food in China
Shopping for Western food in China can be a challenge. However you can find just about anything, as long as you know where to look!
Chinese Hot Pot: All You Can Eat
Chinese hot pot: where all you can eat, self-BBQ and food on a conveyor belt all come together!
Chicken Feet and Century Eggs
Chicken feet (bones and all) are a Chinese delicacy. So are rotten smelling black eggs! Read more…
Drawing the Line Between Pet and Dinner
China treats their cattle badly but their pets like royalty. Why and how does this work?
Real Vegans Eat Insects: True or False?
The growing trend of edible insects has started many debates among foodies. It’s gaining popularity because It’s a great alternative source of protein because farming insects requires fewer resources and it can be done in ways that don’t harm the environment. Some Google definitions: Vegetarian: a person who does not eat meat or fish, and sometimes…
Eat Organic The Smart Way Or Avoid ‘Organic’ Deception
While we keep seeing more ‘organic’ labels on food in the markets, the reality is way more toxic. Youth Time will tell you why, explain different food production processes across the world, and will give you tips on where to buy real organic food. http://www.youth-time.eu/slideshow-opinions/eat-organic-the-smart-way-or-avoid-organic-deception
A Quick Trip to Vietnam… Without Leaving Prague
Anyone living in Prague today knows that this city is practically littered with Potravinys, Vecerkas and a variety of Vietnamese owned stores and restaurants. The Vietnamese began building a community here during the communist regime in the former Czechoslovakia: they worked in machine-building and light industries while students studied in technical fields, Czech literature, some…
TheTravelBugBite 