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Where to Eat Vegan in the Okanagan

July 7, 2023 by Jzabela

Use this post as guide to finding the best spots offering vegan options in the Okanagan! Where to Eat Vegan in the Okanagan Planning a trip to the Okanagan? I've got you covered for vegan friendly restaurants! I know what it's like to visit a city I've never been to before and start to panic about what kind of food we can eat when we get there. Fortunately, Kelowna is great for vegan options so you can rest easy knowing you'll be well fed while you're here! I'll denote which places are fully vegan by marking an FV next to it. If it's a place with vegan options, it'll be marked VO. I am also only highlighting smaller, local businesses versus big chains as I'm sure as a vegan you ...

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Vegan Broccoli Salad

June 16, 2023 by Jzabela

Make this vegan broccoli salad for your next bbq and enjoy the flavour explosion of onion, veggie bacon and the best dressing! Vegan Broccoli Salad BBQ season is here and the best part is grazing over all of the side dishes that everyone brings! I'm excited to share a delicious recipe for a vegan broccoli salad and dare I say it, it’s right up there with my warm potato salad. This broccoli salad is packed with flavour and is sure to impress and even surprise your guests that it’s vegan! Here are the ingredients you'll need: Preparing the Broccoli & Red Onion To make quick work of preparing the broccoli, I recommend purchasing a bag of pre-washed and cut up florets. ...

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Filed Under: Dinner, Lunch, Salads, Side Dish Tagged With: broccoli salad

Easy Vegan Lasagna with Garlic Crescent Rolls

June 15, 2023 by Jzabela

Discover this hearty and ooey gooey lasagna recipe that you'll be shocked to know is vegan! Take the guesswork out of tonight's dinner with this recipe that uses mostly already prepared items to make it come to life. Easy Vegan Lasagna with Garlic Crescent Rolls Hello Sweet Friends! I have a fantastic recipe to share with you all – an easy vegan lasagna that is a staple in our household for those nights when you want it to look like you put in a lot of effort to dinner but really didnt! LOL! And the best part? We're going to make it super simple by utilizing some pre-prepared items from the grocery store. Let's dive right in! What You'll Need for this Recipe Discover this ...

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Filed Under: Dinner, Main Course Tagged With: garlic crescent rolls, lasagna, vegan lasagna

Three Ingredient Candied Jalapenos (Cowboy Candy)

June 15, 2023 by Jzabela

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Spice up your taste buds with the perfect combination of heat and sweetness in this must-try candied jalapeno recipe. Whether you're a vegan or looking to add some flavor to your charcuterie board, this recipe is the perfect addition to any dish. Looking for a way to add some heat to your taste buds? Then you MUST try my easy recipe for candied jalapenos! This perfect combination of sweet and spice will elevate any dish, from burgers to vegan charcuterie boards! Ingredients You'll Need Before you get started on making these delicious candied jalapenos, it's important to have all the necessary ingredients on hand. Here's what you'll need: -fresh jalapeno peppers-granulated ...

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Filed Under: Lunch, Side Dish, Snack Tagged With: candied jalapenos, cowboy candy

Vegan Strawberry Ice Cream

June 14, 2023 by Jzabela

This vegan strawberry ice cream will bring back memories of that homestyle churned ice cream you grew up with! Vegan Strawberry Ice Cream Ice cream lovers unite! We are big ice cream lovers around here but let's face it, commercially available vegan ice cream is expensive! You pay so much for so little! I am hoping we start to see a shift in those prices, but until then, making this recipe will save you money and yield more than just a pint! As a vegan, finding the perfect homemade recipe for ice cream has been a bit of a challenge. Every recipe I have ever tried has always turned out too icy and not creamy! After reading and trying recipes that were a bust, I decided to do some ...

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Filed Under: Dessert Tagged With: ice cream, strawberry ice cream

Easy Vegan Pancakes

May 28, 2023 by Jzabela

Easy Vegan Pancakes Pancakes that come together with minimal ingredients? Yes please! These vegan pancakes are super easy to whip up, even if you're not a seasoned chef. What I love about this recipe is that you can basically make it ahead as a dry mix and simply add your milk and you’re ready to go! It’s perfect for camping when you want a delicious pancake breakfast and it’s also versatile so you can add flavours or spices to your liking! First things first, gather your ingredients. For this scrumptious vegan pancake recipe, you'll need: Whether you're into the classic combo of maple syrup and fresh berries or prefer a dollop of creamy almond butter with a sprinkle of ...

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Brunch Tagged With: pancakes, vegan pancakes

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🥞 VEGAN SHEET PAN PANCAKES 🥞 These have bee 🥞 VEGAN SHEET PAN PANCAKES 🥞  These have been on repeat the past couple of weekends and for good reason: they’re so EASY to make! Simply use my “Easy Vegan Pancake” recipe found on my blog and depending on the size of pan you’re using you’ll 2x, 3x or 4x the recipe!  My suggestions:  9x9 pan - 2x recipe, bake at 350° for 20 mins
9x13 pan - 3x recipe, bake at 350° for 20-25 mins 
11 x 15 pan - 4x recipe, bake at 350° for 25 mins  The best part? You can customize it how you like! We’ve done chocolate chip 🍫 and blueberries 🫐 - simply add them in after pouring the batter into a pan.  For best cutting results, line pan with parchment! Enjoy!  #sheetpanpancakes #veganpancakes #pancakes #veganbreakfast #veganbreakfastideas #bythecakemama
Vegan Restaurants in NYC! 🍎🗽🚕 If you’r Vegan Restaurants in NYC! 🍎🗽🚕  If you’re heading to New York soon SAVE THIS reel so you can hit up these spots for a delicious meal! 🍽️  @spicymoonnyc - multiple locations with the BEST szechuan!
@thinkcoffeenyc - multiple locations for coffee and brekkie/lunch options
@sluttyveganatl - delish burgers and fries! 🍔🍟
@colettanyc - vegan Italian! 😋 100/10
@beyondsushinyc - the ramen was sooo good!
@votfnyc - we had the “chicken” wrap, delish!
@jajajamexicana - had the “chicken” burrito, so so good!  Questions? Drop them below!  #vegannyc #newyorkvegan #veganinnewyork #veganeats #veganeatsnyc  where to eat vegan in nyc | vegan nyc | vegan food nyc | explore new york | new york vegan eats
Despite a cold that’s slowing making its way thr Despite a cold that’s slowing making its way through our house 🤧😩 we took advantage of this beautiful afternoon to spend it at @mcmillanfarms - such a fun way to get into the spirit of fall! 🎃  #kelownathings #kelowna #kelownabc #mcmillanfarms #thingstodoinkelowna #explorekelowna #tourismkelowna
The living room is looking a little more spookier! The living room is looking a little more spookier! 👻 I love adding a new touch to our Halloween home decor collection each year. This time? Witch hats & floating candles! 🧙🏼‍♀️🕯️  I’ve linked them in my stories if you’re interested! The rest I have picked up along the way from @walmartcanada and @homedepotcanada 👻✨🎃  #halloweendecor #halloween #halloweendecorations #halloweendecoration #livingroomdecor #halloweenlivingroom  halloween decor | halloween home decor | halloween 2023
How to eat VEGAN at @hugosmexicankelowna 😋🌱 How to eat VEGAN at @hugosmexicankelowna 😋🌱  If you’re in Kelowna and are in the mood for authentic Mexican cuisine with a gorgeous view- be sure to visit @hugosmexicankelowna  Literally steps from Gyro beach you can take a meal to go and enjoy a picnic while the weather is still beautiful or eat in at their beautiful restaurant!  My go tos for food:  👉🏼 chicharrones with a side of guac and house made hot sauce 
👉🏼 taco loco with tofu chorizo 
👉🏼 cinnamon and sugar churros  and of course all the lime margaritas! ✨🍹  This visit was generously sponsored by Hugo’s Kelowna 💞  #kelownamexican #hugoskelowna #hugosmexicankitchen 
#veganmexicanfood #veganfood
Take me back to NYC! 🍎🗽​​​​​​​ Take me back to NYC! 🍎🗽​​​​​​​​
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Our trip was 3 weeks ago and everyday I think about it- it was truly the trip of a lifetime and the best part was that I got to do it with @rolothon 🥹​​​​​​​​
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I’ve been jotting down my thoughts and I will be sharing our entire experience over on the blog but until then, enjoy this gorgeous photo of one of the staircases at the New York Public Library. Isn’t it just so beautiful? 🏛️​​​​​​​​
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🍄 Vegan Mushroom Gravy 🍄 The most requested 🍄 Vegan Mushroom Gravy 🍄  The most requested recipe from last weekend is finally here! Make it to finish off your delicious cozy meal- I promise you won’t be able to stop at one scoop! 😋  Find the recipe on the blog by searching “mushroom gravy” 🍄😋  #mushroomgravy #vegangravy #vegan #veganrecipes #bythecakemama
Happy 17th Birthday Emma! @em_depaz If I had to Happy 17th Birthday Emma! @em_depaz  If I had to use one word to describe you it would be pure JOY. You always find the joy in the little things and in turn you bring so much joy into our lives. You’re a loving sister who cares deeply and knows exactly what your siblings need no matter what the situation.  You’ve grown up so much and yet still hold onto the playfulness of your younger years- something I hope you never lose. 🤍  We love you so much and are so proud of who you’re becoming. Thanks for making me a mom. 😘  #happybirthday #teenbirthday #seventeen
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