Chocolate Balls of Deliciousness
Silly name? Maybe so, but that’s what everyone who tries them agrees they are. I was looking for a recipe that could incorporate the delicious cacao made here at Lake…
Quinoa Salad
When I travelled to Peru, finding vegan food was a challenge. Fortunately, my guide’s wife understood and made me a delicious quinoa salad several times during my visit. This is…
Guatemalan Black Bean Soup
Black bean soup is one of Guatemala’s national dishes. It’s served in two different ways: with whole beans giving it texture, or very smooth and creamy. This is a smooth and…
Vegan Chocolate Macadamia Cookies
A recent guest stopped at the Valhalla macadamia farm near Antigua on her way here. She brought several treats with her, including some beautiful macadamia nuts. She is also a fan…
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Addictive Kale Chips
We all have our vices, and these savory, crunchy leaves of goodness are one of mine. Kale is not readily available in the markets here in Guatemala, so I grow…
People’s Mac and Cheeze
The recipe comes from the deli at the Ocean Beach People’s Food Co-op in San Diego, California (my home town). My family has shopped at People’s for decades. The recipe was…
Tofu Ricotta
This recipe is super quick and can be used in many dishes. It’s a nice filling for lasagna, or try it on toast with some avocado. This ricotta is also great…