Happy Belated Halloween, Everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful holiday, donned fab costumes and saw lots of adorable little trick-or-treaters. I thought in honor of all the sweets people eat on Halloween and considering that today is World Vegan Day, I would post one of my fave vegan desserts. If you like chocolate, … Continue reading
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Courage Under Fire: Documentary of Dr. Tiller’s Assassination Shows Violence Abortion Providers Must Face
What would you do if every day, going to work was maneuvering through a war zone? How would you feel if just doing your job meant facing constant threats, harassment and violence? For many doctors, nurses and staff who work at abortion clinics, that’s exactly the world they live in, contending with a daily barrage … Continue reading
Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Yellow Curry with Butternut Squash, Chickpeas & Spinach
As a foodie, I often get asked about my favorite foods. While I love a variety of dishes, my faves are Indian and Thai. The warm, piquant spices beckon you to savor the comforting cuisines. Despite the regional variance, Indian food offers numerous options for vegetarians and can be tweaked for vegans too by … Continue reading
Guest Post: Let’s Get This Straight: A Perm vs. A Natural
Originally published on the blog Cocktails and Cognac: Candid Conversations About Love and Relations. Reprinted with permission. I’m sure all of you have seen this because it has been EVERYWHERE on the net but it’s worth a society shot post on C&C still the same. The background of this video apparently began with a white … Continue reading
It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World: Is ‘Mad Men’ the Most Feminist Show on TV?
Cross-posted at Bitch Flicks So I arrived very late to the Mad Men party. But due to the urgings of my boyfriend Jeff and my girlfriends Lauren and Sarah H., I finally succumbed to its siren song and watched the show, catching up on all 4 seasons. As a self-proclaimed TV connoisseur, I’m picky about … Continue reading
Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Hot Breakfast – Vegan French Toast, Homefries & Tofu Scramble
On Friday and Saturday last week, I worked all day and night at a conference my job hosted. Due to the long hours, the panelists, participants and staff all received breakfast, lunch and dinner. But what’s a vegan to do in a non-veg world?? Luckily, I was able to order special meals in advance for … Continue reading
I’m Coming Out: A Day to Celebrate & Support LGBTQ Individuals
As someone who hasn’t been in high school for 15 years, I still remember those horrible years. A mouthy, nerdy outcast, I loathed high school. I survived it remembering that one day it would all be over and I would be far away. But for some teens, they can’t ever imagine another existence other than … Continue reading
Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Vegan Gyoza (Japanese Dumplings)
As some of you may have noticed, I have an “Ask The Opinioness“ box on the right-hand side of my posts, encouraging interested readers in having me review films, books or recipes. Well, I’m delighted to say, someone emailed me asking me to review their recipe!! Fiona Morgan, aka Fi, is an artist and blogger … Continue reading
Smells Like GOP Spirit: Republican Candidates Wage Battle Against Reproductive Rights
I will never forget the conversation I had with my mother during the 2008 presidential election. My mother instilled in me a love of politics. She took me with her whenever she went to vote. Every night, she and my grandfather would debate current affairs. I come from a family of Republicans, perhaps strange considering … Continue reading
Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Butternut Squash Risotto
When I lived in Western Massachusetts, my favorite restaurant was Fusion. A trendy establishment (now it appears to have more of a cafe ambiance), they served tapas, sushi and martinis. I always ordered vegetarian risotto, their most delectable dish. It was my first time tasting the piquant flavor of truffle oil, which they drizzled over … Continue reading
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