The Traveling Vegetarian

What does a vegan eat for Christmas Dinner?

Posted on 27. Dec, 2008 by Yvonne Smith.

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Well, of course I can’t speak for all vegans. That would just be silly! But THIS vegan prepared and enjoyed a lovely Christmas dinner of Celebration Roast, broccoli mushroom tofu quiche, homemade stuffing/dressing, mashed potatoes and roasted Brussels sprouts, all topped with Tofurky mushroom gravy. For dessert, Breanna’s Vegan Pumpkin Pie. Oh, and wine of [...]

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Green Thumb Nursery & Landscape

Posted on 06. Dec, 2008 by Yvonne Smith.

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I recently discovered a really cool place in Nashville that happens to be up the street from me – Green Thumb Nursery & Landscape. A while back at the Ki of Life Gala I got to take home a lovely Phalaenopsis (moth orchid) and I needed a new pot to put it in. I figured [...]

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On Being Vegan

Posted on 26. Nov, 2008 by Yvonne Smith.

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I was talking to a friend last night about being vegan. I told him about my lunch at VegNews and how wonderful it is to sit at a table with seven other vegans enjoying a delicious cruelty-free meal created with love by friends. I told him about Vegetarian Summerfest and AR 2008 and how amazing [...]

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Happy Tofurky Day!

Posted on 25. Nov, 2008 by Yvonne Smith.

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Ahhh, Thanksgiving. The time of year when I get asked frequently about what I’m making and if I have any good recipes. Some might be surprised to find that I go the pretty traditional route on Thanksgiving. I mean, I guess Tofurky doesn’t seem traditional for some, but considering I’ve been enjoying it every year [...]

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Lunch at VegNews

Posted on 18. Nov, 2008 by Yvonne Smith.

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I just took a trip out to my homeland of Northern California for the San Francisco Green Festival. The journey had many highlights, but one that really stands out is my lunch with the VegNews Magazine crew. The weather was incredible and we got to sit outside on the sidewalk just steps away from the [...]

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Yazoo Brew’s Fifth Birthday Party

Posted on 07. Nov, 2008 by Yvonne Smith.

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Fabulous and local, Yazoo Brew will have their fifth birthday celebration at the brewery tomorrow, November 8th. The taproom opens at 2:00 and the bands will start playing at 8:00. They have a few new beers to commemorate the event, including one made with organic grains! I worked the bottling line at Yazoo a few [...]

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Whale Wars Begins Tonight!

Posted on 07. Nov, 2008 by Yvonne Smith.

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Don’t miss Whale Wars, which has its debut on Animal Planet tonight. I was lucky enough to see a preview of this show at AR 2008 and I’ve been eagerly anticipating it since. The ad I saw the other day literally gave me chills. Can’t wait! Seriously, don’t miss it. I could go on and [...]

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More Nashville Closings

Posted on 01. Nov, 2008 by Yvonne Smith.

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This has not been a good month for Nashville vegans. The Veggie Cafe has been sold. Dawn and Marilyn are taking a break and are still going to have a catering service, but many of us will miss the restaurant. Hopefully the new owners will continue to have veg-friendly options! We are also losing my [...]

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Guest Blogger Marina Kuperman on Costa Rican Vegan Eats!

Posted on 27. Oct, 2008 by Yvonne Smith.

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Costa Rica Vegan Style! by: Marina Kuperman I’ve been traveling throughout Latin America for years and one thing I have noticed is that even though vegetarianism and veganism are practiced throughout these countries, the actual idea of it just isn’t vocalized as much. I’ve tried to explain this concept to the locals who eagerly nod [...]