Veritable Thanksgiving Feast

Thanksgiving: Let’s Talk Turkey

People always ask me “What do you eat if you don’t eat turkey?”  I have gone many times with an abundance of delicious vegan side dishes that to me make up a fine meal. This year I – by my son’s inspiration – included fish to the menu.  The fixings I created can be enjoyed…

milletfritters

Did you say Millet Burger?

I was looking for something different to do with millet.  I wanted to make it the center of the meal rather than a side dish. When faced with trying to figure out what to do I tend to turn to the internet despite having tons of recipe books.  I did a search on millet burger and…

Fresh Dates & Organic Dried Medjool Dates

What’s in Season: Short and Sweet

With autumn fast approaching and harvests abundant, this time of year is a time to try new fruits. A great place to visit where you can see what is in season right now is your local farmers market. Or take a trip to the produce section of your supermarket to see what is available in this time…

cashew cheese

Pass the Cheese Please: Cashew Cheese

The other day I bought these great Provencal olives that were pitted and sliced: ready to use in a recipe.  It brought me back to the days when I ate dairy and really enjoyed cream cheese with olives. I haven’t had dairy in close to 20 years yet I still miss cheese at times.  I…

welcomeblog

Welcome to Tezoona

This is a blog about nutrition for the mind, body and soul.  I kept waiting for the perfect time to launch and what could be more perfect than Rosh Hashanna, the Jewish New Year. I begin my blog on Rosh Hashanna because it is a time for introspection and new beginnings.  It is the perfect opportunity…