When we met, M was a hard fast carnivore. And like many others out there, had the misconception that food labeled as “vegetarian” or “vegan” was bland, unsatisfying, and frankly for hippies and rabbits. Although I am not a vegetarian purist, I support the mentality …

Often I find myself flipping through one of my many cookbooks, digging for inspiration. Usually the cookbooks with bright bold pictures pull me in and make me wanting more. It’s like I almost get blinded by the enticing photos that I forget to glance over …