My blender died! So I compare the Vita-Mix, Blendtec and new lower priced Oster Fusion blenders. What did this smoothie-fanatic do?!

An acai smoothie should be dark black purple! So here’s my Triple Threat Acai Smoothie recipe…

Asparagus, such an elegant vegetable. Here are some asparagus facts, tips and quips, including how to encourage kids to eat it!

Healthy Fats 101: My story of fat-phobia and learning to love avocados, olive oil and almonds.

Restaurant-inspired Fennel Arugula Citrus Salad, for under $3 per serving.

Agave Syrup 101.

Acai, Goji and Locavore all appear on the 2009 Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary new words list. (Happy acai berries indeed!)

Will you still eat baby carrots after reading this?

Better than bottled BBQ Sauce. On tofu, tempeh and peaches.

Wiki-Wiki Volcano Couscous with ‘lava’ sauce. Big Island flavors. Little kid appeal. vegan.

Fresh Fruit Flag Plate. Have a Happy, Healthy 4th of July!

My Red White and Blueberry Smoothie. Celebrate the 4th with a fun, vegan, fresh fruit smoothie!

Top Ten List: Summer Smoothie and Juice Recipes. Some of my all-time faves here, all vegan.

Vegan Tofu Quiche. Scallions. Mushrooms. Herbed Crust. Sunday Brunch can be everyday!

Savory Brunch Melty Muffin. Fresh herbs. Vegan tempeh bacon. Veg or not, you’ll love this morning muffin sandwich…

Oatmeal Bake Tiki Squares. Bake once, eat them all week! Kid-approved. vegan.

Giant Street-Side Soft Pretzels, a la NYC street carts, get a healthy makeover!

I love Fennel. Digestive Aide. Zesty Bite. Healthy too…

For all my fellow fruit tart devotees out there… An Even Healthier Fresh Summer Fruit Tart. vegan.