Recipes

I held a (sold out!) vegan dinner event at Sunset 44 restaurant. Owner and executive chef, Bob Menendez was kind enough to put up with me and our collaborated efforts produced a five-course, wine paired fabulous culinary vegan feast to the tune of 100 people. This amuse bouche was his brain child. 

Here we have two very distinct and BOLD flavors that are softened and married by the silky, creaminess of coconut. Hungry yet?

A ho-hum staple just got a kick in the pants.  My brother who wouldn't eat anything green if his life depended upon it actually went back for seconds when I brought this to the table.  Now, there is a testament.

It’s rich. It’s creamy. It’s not green. You'll hate that I gave this to you.

It tastes like chicken! What the heck does that even mean anymore?! This flavor packed, cholesterol free alternative to the original cluck version will wow your friends...promise.    

Who doesn't like a slider? Essentially just a mini burger, these little "meaty" Southwest inspired black bean patties will satisfy even your most carnivorous friends. Topped with a spicy mayo and they will wonder if it's YOU who has changed your dietary ways.  

Yep, you read that right.  Bacos are vegan.  Do not confuse that with healthy, but if you don't have time to  make your own bac*n bits (that recipe coming soon!), grab the bottled version and enjoy this Thanksgiving staple again. 

I made up this chili when our baseball Cardinals were in the playoffs and the usual summer baseball fare just wasn't cutting it anymore as the weather started to change and in those seats we needed something to keep us warm.  It was a home run...