Nicole Briganti

As a former meat-eater, I would be lying if I said I didn’t crave a juicy burger every now and then. Like most vegetarians/vegans, I have given almost every faux meat and veggie burger a try but none have hit the spot quite like a real burger. Whether i...

Sometimes the hardest part about being plant-based or vegan is finding an accommodating place to dine out. Finding a quick, easy, vegan meal on-the-go may seem like a daunting task when you’re surrounded by the classic east coast deli, diner or convenient drive-thru eatery while in a rush. “Fast food” doesn’t need to mean processed and high caloric indulgence. It can mean enriching, healthy and energy-boosting.

Who doesn't love the classic taste of a chocolate chip cookie? When you go plant-based or vegan it's easy to miss your childhood favorites but these fill the bill. Made with shortening instead of butter and Hu Chocolate Chips, you and your cookie monsters won't even know they're vegan.

Like many of us, I have a sweet tooth. Dinners out with family or friends have always ended in dessert(s). Holidays have always been an excuse for me to dive into a pie or cookie platter.  Birthdays simply gave me an excuse to indulge in a piece of cake. Ove...

You might think edible gifts are a holiday highlight —everyone loves a homemade batch of Christmas cookies or peppermint bark.  I am a firm believer that a gift from the kitchen can be one of the best things to receive. This holiday season, I have a few plant-based treats up my sleeve that I think your friends/family will love, no matter their level of indulgence. Whethe...