Here and There
I’m home from vactionland, but not for long. Tomorrow I fly out to Colorado to visit family. My grandmother is turning 80, and I’m proud to be able to be there for it. I’ve been told there’s a vegan meal waiting for me at the restaurant (thank you grandfather!), so I’m going with no worries.
I apologize for the complete lack of photography in the past few weeks; I’ll be back in the kitchen with a vengeance next week, and will be once again dishing up the deliciousness.
Tonight’s dinner is rice and beans with tofu, guacamole, salsa, and cilantro. I believe they call these things “burrito bowls” or “naked burritos” or somesuch nonsense nowadays.
A question for you: do you find that your veganism is a creative aspect of your life? I know that some people think of it in terms of denying oneself “for the greater good” but to me it’s quite different. I am curious as to how you guys feel. ::waves in the general direction of the internet::
Have fun in Colorado!!
I find that my veganism has definitely made me more creative in the kitchen – especially with baking and with trying new ingredient/flavor combinations in meals.
Comment by VeggieGirl — July 6, 2008 @ 5:38 pm
Enjoy the lack of humidity!
Comment by apricot — July 6, 2008 @ 5:55 pm
I have so much more fun in the kitchen since becoming vegan. I always loved to cook, but I love it even more now. Every new meal is an adventure. Plus, I don’t have to worry about cross-contamination and all of that silliness since I am not working with animal products. I absolutely love being vegan and don’t feel like I am missing out on anything at all!
Comment by Virginia — July 7, 2008 @ 9:54 am
I think being vegan forces me to be creative. From finding suitable substitutions for non-vegan items in recipes to just keeping my food exciting and tasty, being creative is definitely an everyday part of being vegan for me.
Comment by Jennifer — July 7, 2008 @ 11:15 am
My veganism is definitely a big creative aspect for me. Anyone who thinks veganism is denying themself is doing it wrong!
Comment by Erin — July 9, 2008 @ 8:25 am
Definitely a creative aspect. I never cooked a thing before I became vegan and now it’s a huge part of how I’m able to express myself creatively.
I really like the site, btw. Found it through the Veg News discussions on Fat Free Vegan.
Comment by Michelle — July 9, 2008 @ 4:43 pm
Thank you all for the great answers! And it’s great to have you here, Michelle.
Comment by jeffrey — July 16, 2008 @ 2:59 pm