Happy Valentine's Day! Chocolate is a common treat on this day. I picked out these bites a couple weeks ago and waited for today to try them. They are grainy and there is not enough chocolate to make them tasty.…
Deanna Meyler
Master Certified Vegan Lifestyle Coach & Educator. Sharing an everyday approach to being vegan and guiding others to a more compassionate lifestyle.
American Flatbread Frozen Pizza
I'm not sure why frozen pizza never lives up to the original. Oh, right. It was frozen! I have had American Flatbread pizza at their restaurant and it was decent, so I was excited to try their frozen option. I…
Project Pollo in Austin
Exploring north Austin we suddenly found ourselves hungry. Thank goodness for Google Maps. At least we thought it was good luck when Project Pollo popped up. It's a local chain that prides itself as confusing. It looks and smells like…
Seitan’s Helper in Brooklyn
I am in NYC for a couple days to attend the Plant-Based Expo. The Expo was wonderful and it feels great to be back in this city I used to call home. Today I adventured out to Brooklyn to visit…
Butternut Squash Soup
It's the time of year for winter squashes and soups. This easy soup filled our bellies and delighted our taste buds. What is needed: 40 oz cubed butternut squash, I used pre-cut squash1 red onion, diced4 large button mushrooms, diced1…
Bouldin Creek Cafe in Austin, TX
In March of 2020 I was supposed to visit family and friends in Austin, Texas. Just like for thousands of other people, my trip was cancelled. I am now vaccinated against COVID-19, but am still thoughtful about where I go…
Awash in Lancaster, PA
When traveling, ethnic food is always an easy way to find vegan food. A recent trip to Lancaster revealed Awash, an Ethiopian restaurant. Have you ever had Ethiopian food? The veggie options are typically vegan and I always order the…
Huff & Puff in Philly
Lots of people have been sharing about the new vegan BBQ options at Huff & Puff in Center City Philadelphia. They have unique options like smoked watermelon. I like to try new things, even when they sound a little strange,…
Onion Maiden in Pittsburgh
Onion Maiden is a themed vegan restaurant in Pittsburgh. The menu images I had seen online said they had comfort foods like mac n cheese. I was excited to check it out. Parking is a challenge and there is no…
Double Wide Grill in Pittsburgh
The Double Wide Grill comes up when looking for vegan options in Pittsburgh. We decided to meet some friends here to figure out why it's always mentioned. There is lots of great seating outside and we were excited. We started…
An Everyday Vegan 