August in NYC is crazy hot and humid. For the uninitiated, it's the type of heat that hits you in the face as soon as …
Salads + Sides
From the Motherland: Ukrainian Dill Potatoes
From the Motherland is a series in which I pay homage to my Ukrainian heritage and share my favorite childhood …
Soy-Glazed Eggplant with Red Onion, Garlic and Ginger
This punchy pan-fried eggplant recipe is inspired by Chinese and Japanese flavors. Serve hot or at room temperature, …
Pan-Fried Plantains with Cilantro-Lime Cashew Cream
Pan-fried plantains are a delicious, easy snack, side dish, or quick breakfast. In my humble opinion, plantains are one …
Curried Chickpea Salad
As far as ways to jazz up a can of beans go, this curried chickpea salad is one of my favorites. With just a handful of …
Massaged Cabbage-Kale Salad with Citrus
This cabbage-kale salad is crunchy, refreshing, and perfect as a side dish for any season. You know what really brings …
Garlic Rosemary Roasted Potatoes
Show me someone who doesn’t love crispy, garlic rosemary roasted potatoes and I’ll show you a …
Massaged Kale Caesar Salad
This massaged vegan kale caesar salad features a creamy, umami-packed cashew dressing and homemade croutons. Caesar …
Ridiculously Creamy Celeriac-White Bean Puree
This creamy, light-as-air celeriac puree is the perfect alternative to mashed potatoes. First off, let the record show …
Sesame-Ginger Vinaigrette
Sauce is the finishing touch of any meal. Arguably, it’s also the most important one, since it can dictate the entire …
