Films / TV / Women and Gender

Mean Girls: Cattiness in Media Pits Women Against Each Other

Catfights have always garnered TV ratings and box office dollars.  Last week, Bravo aired the Real Housewives of New York City reunion in 3 parts (I mean seriously, did they really need 3 episodes?!) dishing and rehashing their verbal catfights from the past season.  On Hell’s Kitchen with Gordon Ramsey, chef Autumn continually told the … Continue reading »

Recipes / Veganism

Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Tomato & Black Bean Empanadas with Chimichurri Sauce

Happy Meat-Free Monday…and Happy Summer Solstice, aka the first day of summer! For some reason, Latin cuisine always reminds me of summer.  This dish is more like a “lazy” empanada as I don’t make the dough from scratch.  For this recipe, I prefer to use store-bought tortillas.  Instead of the half-moon/semi-circular look of most empanadas, … Continue reading »

Eco-Friendly / Films / Veganism

Talkin’ Bout a Revolution: New Documentary ‘FRESH’ Provides Hope on Sustainable Food Movement

As you all know, I love movies and I love food.  This past Friday night, I fused those two passions as I saw the new documentary FRESH playing at the Brattle Theatre in Harvard Square.  Directed and produced by Ana Sofia Joanes, it focuses on the shift away from industrialized factory farming and the farmers … Continue reading »

Music / Women and Gender

Kiss Me Kate: Singer Kate Nash’s New Album “My Best Friend is You” is a Feminist Anthem

I am a huge fan of Kate Nash.  I loved the first album from this spunky, outspoken Brit.  She’s the kind of woman you want to grab a beer with and whose closet you want to raid.  Starting out by garnering a devoted following on MySpace, the singer/songwriter’s first album was a unique blend of … Continue reading »

Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Broccoli, Mushroom & Tomato Tofu Quiche
Recipes / Veganism

Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Broccoli, Mushroom & Tomato Tofu Quiche

Happy Meat-Free Monday, Everyone!!  This is a lovely dish for brunch, holidays…or anytime!! With the filling, you’ll get a nice array of colors with the green broccoli, red tomatoes and a yellow “egg” color from the turmeric.   And while it’s all about the taste, a nice presentation never hurts. Most people are intimidated by … Continue reading »

TV / Women and Gender

Gone with the Rue: A Look Back at Actress & Activist Rue McClanahan & ‘Golden Girls’

A child of the 80s, I grew up watching TV shows like Murder She Wrote and Love Boat.  Living with my grandparents for 6 years clearly influenced my viewing pattern!  But my favorite show of all was Golden Girls.  Humorous and feel-good, I didn’t realize at the time it was such a cutting edge show.  … Continue reading »

Recipes / Veganism

Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Linguine with Broccoli and Peanut Sauce

Happy Meat-Free Monday!!  Here is a hearty recipe that is so easy and quick to make.  You’ll want to use a thick pasta like linguine to retain its texture against the thick and creamy sauce.  Use any vegetables you like but I would recommend sturdy veggies like broccoli and cauliflower.  The mixtures of salty, sweet … Continue reading »