The Failla vineyard that produced this Failla Pinot Noir is located at about  ground zero for great Pinot Noir’s.  This wine is very reasonably priced for the quality of this Pinot.  Very easy to drink, with nice fruit notes layered with spice – not too Read More….

Ok, so this 2018 Domaine Trapet Rochelandet Pinot Noir wine may be a bit hard to find, but I will review it anyways.  Not because it is rare or in high demand, but because there doesn’t seem to be a lot of distribution here in Read More….

This Vegan Mexican Chopped Salad is so full of fresh veggies, crunchy romaine lettuce and a wonderful lime and garlic vinaigrette.   Add in some black beans, roasted corn and crunchy tortilla strips for the WIN!  It is the perfect compliment to tacos, enchilada’s, tamales or Read More….

Love, Love, Love this wine!  The Ridge Three Valleys 2019 is moderately priced at $30.00, but there is nothing moderate about this California Red Blend.  Medium to full bodied, with nice fruit and spice notes and a little bit of earthiness.  All 4 of our Read More….

This Vegan Vegetable Lasagna will be the best you ever have had.  Those aren’t my words, but the words of my guests and family.  This one takes a little bit of effort, but the results are more than worth it.  If you can, make the Read More….

This Lemon Pesto Pasta is fresh, light and full of flavor. This is a wonderful savory dish with deep flavors of pesto, lemon and lots of fresh veggies

You have to trust me on this one.  The first time I made this, I wasn’t sure about it either.  The idea comes from a Vegan Chef who I really admire, Gaz Oakley who is the Avantgardevegan.  Check him out for some great seitan ribs, Read More….

As I was thinking about my next Blog post, a number of topics came to mind, but none seemed to really motivate me.  Then, out of nowhere, I thought why not write about our hometown of Grand Rapids and all the great vegan food options Read More….

When you think of Nashville, what comes to mind?  Honky Tonks, Country Music, Line Dancing, Night Life, BBQ, Parties…..same!  And you are not wrong.  Nashville is a great, vibrant and fun city and one you need to put on your bucket list for sure.  We Read More….

What a nice and complex wine at a great price.  This red blend by Beckman Vineyards is lead by Syrah and delivers a cherry and plum note, spice and a maybe a bit of chocolate.  Less fruit forward as some we have tried, but equally Read More….