July 6, 2014
Home very briefly, it was time already to head back into these United States… by way of Chicago. But first, a scenic overlook in which we gaze upon the isle of Manhattan, New York City’s shining man-child and it’s pleasingly sharp rectangular Central Park. We’d arrive in Chicago hungry, ready Read more…
July 3, 2012
I’ve been called a snob many times in my life. But I’ll get back to that. As a budding adult, in weird‘s last true gasp, I found transitional identities that touched each of my developing ideals. Being straightedge was more than a penchant for guys with shaved heads, it was Read more…
April 9, 2012
Apna Bazar is a large Indian grocer in Hicksville, Long Island. I spotted it the last time The Electrician and me doorbusted Ikea for some stuff for my classroom. I knew I had to return. So with spring break upon me, I stopped by one lovely afternoon not knowing what Read more…
April 2, 2012
I’ve been going to Kate’s Joint since the 90’s… when vegan wasn’t as easy… when the stop for the Unturkey Club energized me fully in between record store shopping… When there were no blogs because there was no internet… When you had to find things on your own and, so, Read more…
December 13, 2011
It isn’t the most colorful meal but it sure is yummy. In fact, besides a scoop of Sriracha sauce, there would be no flair at all! In the weeks winding into the holidays there is so much to do. A hearty meal mid-day is just the fix. Here’s to two Read more…
October 19, 2011
The Upper sides of the isle of Manhattan might as well be in another state. I’m rarely there. I despise the 4-5-6 trains, and I still don’t know how on Earth to get to the Uptown 6 from Houston street. But I’ve traveled farther and wider for some high-end all-veganness. Read more…
August 1, 2011
Ah, our last meal: Kaya’s Kitchen in Belmar, New Jersey. This is why you should go: A huge cut of seitan, breaded, then fried. This would be a *vegan* chicken-fried steak dinner, complete with mashed potatoes and veggies drowned in their garlic butter. Fantastic. Look at that streaming pool of their vegan Read more…
August 16, 2010
The updated T.V. Dinner Mondays I try to cook for the week. Try being the operative word as social engagements and erratic cravings often leave leftovers to sit lonely in the fridge. After many lessons learned I devised a simple menu for this week–a protein, starch and vegetable that would Read more…
April 5, 2009
I’ve blogged a good deal about vegan options in Wisconsin, the land of cheese and fish frys (see here and here). Contrary to the state’s license plate, there is plenty to eat for dairy-free cheeseheads. Particularly, the small city of Milwaukee continues to impress my vegan sensibilities! Here is my Read more…