Make the most epic vegan spread, whether for your holiday or New Year’s Eve! Chef Shabnam will start you off with an impressive and epic vegan grazing board. Learn to use simple elements to make the most beautiful platter. We will then go on to making a raw fennel and… Read More
The Queen V Boutique is having their first ever Christmas Pop-Up! The Queen V specializes in only vegan, cruelty-free and eco-friendly products that range from bath and beauty to clothing and even goodies for your pets! Located on busy Bloor and Ossington close to many of your fav vegan… Read More
Care of Florence McCambridge Whether this is your first time cooking a vegan meal for the holidays or you’re just looking for some new menu ideas, The Vegan Holiday Cookbook: From Elegant Appetizers to Festive Mains and Delicious Sweets by Marie Laforêt has got you covered. It’s full of recipes and full-colour photos for spreads and hors d’oeuvres, soups and mains, not to mentions sweets and even festive cocktails. Many of the recipes included in this book are gluten-free, and the author has also included a helpful section listing them by category. I really appreciate the variety of recipes in The Vegan Holiday Cookbook, particularly in the section on appetizers, an often overlooked category that is particularly important at this time of year. Some standouts include the Foie Gras-Style Terrine made with shiitake mushrooms and tofu, the Blinis with Carrot Gravlax, and the elegant yet simple Squash Truffles. When it comes to dessert, this book does not disappoint. In addition to gingerbread and shortbread, there are some showstoppers like the Frozen Tiramisu Log, Chestnut Creme Brûlée, and a Snow White Layer Cake that looks almost too good to eat. I like to make my own… Read More
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