fresh ginger pear cider with vanilla bean - The First Messpin it!Making fresh ginger pear cider with vanilla bean - The First Messpin it!
I think I’m being generous labelling this one as a “cider” because the juice itself is made with a blender and fine strainer; not an actual press. Let’s just go with it and enjoy this cozy drink anyway, okay? I’ve had a scratchy throat the past couple of days, and this pear concoction is part of my attack arsenal. Other than that, I’m just putting ginger and ACV in everything, getting 1000% daily vitamin C, and making sure that I get proper sleep. I’m about to fix up a giant batch of butternut squash and apple soup–with hella ginger of course–for dinner/weekend lunches. We have some outdoor projects planned for the weekend, stuff we put off when it was way too hot (oooops!). Also, early fall is the crucial time for lawn maintenance, so we’ll be on that in a big way, too… I’m a dweeb with a a contentedly quiet life, what can I say ;) View full post »

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  • Pia24/09/2016 - 6:11 am

    Hm, having a sore throat, flu, cold, or just being sick-ly in general, really isn’t the most fun. But at least it usually all subsides within a week or two, so I hope your Vitamin C excess works its magic soon; fingers crossed :)
    Other than that, thanks once again for some interesting weekend reading material -gonna get reading right away!
    Happy weekend to you, Laura xReplyCancel

  • Shilpa24/09/2016 - 6:48 am

    Ooohhh. I know that drink with chyawanprash. Cannot wait to try your version!

    Great links as usual. Just read the one on vanilla. My parents live in a city in India that grows vanilla just for export. They cannot keep up with the demand. Vanilla is not apart of Indian cuisine so locals have not wanted it, but recently demand is picking up in the local market but locals can’t access it.ReplyCancel

  • Anya24/09/2016 - 7:38 am

    Wow, this drink looks awesome! Great links too – loved Mimi Kirk on GD. And can’t wait to make that tea from Jessica’s Kundalini podcast as well :)ReplyCancel

  • Maya | Spice + Sprout24/09/2016 - 10:29 am

    Mmm! This looks so cozy and enticing. I actually made something super similar last night, but without the pairs and vanilla. The blended lemon/ginger result is so soothing and frothy, almost creamy like you said. Definitely putting pairs on my shopping list so I can try this out <3ReplyCancel

  • Elinor Hill26/09/2016 - 6:50 am

    I’m all over this with perhaps the addition of a tot of whiskey! Beatiful autumnal recipe, love it. Elinor xReplyCancel

  • Anna26/09/2016 - 7:24 am

    looks so cozy!! I’m in love <3

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  • Kate26/09/2016 - 9:20 am

    How I would love to cozy up with a mug of that cider! I think the kids would love it too. Maybe I’ll make some for to go with breakfast this morning, Thanks!ReplyCancel

  • Allyson26/09/2016 - 3:23 pm

    I’m still not a coffee drinker, so I’m going to have to try this out. It looks perfect for fall.ReplyCancel

  • Gina @ Balanced Babe28/09/2016 - 12:15 pm

    Ooo! YUM! My friend just gave me a huge bag of pears from his pear tree and I was wondering what I could do with them all… perfect! Sounds autumly delicious :)ReplyCancel

  • Megan04/10/2016 - 3:23 pm

    Hey hey!! Love love your blog, especially these happy hours =) I know this may be a little silly, but as your local dolphin scientist reader-in-residence, please be advised that the “dolphin conversations” post you linked to is based on totally bogus research that got seized and blown out by irresponsible science media. Dolphins are crazy smart, but we still do not have evidence that they have language. (We do, on the bright side, have evidence that they have something like names, which they create for themselves and loosely base off their mothers’ names–pretty cool!) I know this is so not an animal cognition blog, but please join me in practicing excellent Truth Hygiene! Haha =) Have a good one!ReplyCancel

    • Laura05/10/2016 - 12:13 pm

      Hey Megan,
      I appreciate this comment big time! Wiping that link now, and appreciate this reminder on practicing a higher level of discernment ;)
      -LReplyCancel

      • Megan06/10/2016 - 1:15 pm

        Love it, impressive, you’re awesome! Keep doing this cool stuff! I look forward to every happy hour post especially :) Lots of love from Baltimore!ReplyCancel

  • Early Fall Walk + Link Love05/10/2016 - 8:32 pm

    […] I’ve never been much of a cider fan, but this ginger pear cider with vanilla bean is calling my name! Laura has been killing it lately with all of her “happy hour” posts […]ReplyCancel

  • Crystine07/10/2016 - 2:14 pm

    Your blog is beautiful! And I’d like you to know that everything I’ve made from it thus far has been so tasty. Thank you.
    Random question: Can you tell me what kind of sink that is in your kitchen please?
    One of these years we’ll get a new one and I love the look of yours.
    Thanks again!ReplyCancel

rustic pasta with cheesy chickpea crumble and heirloom tomatoes - The First Messpin it!

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  • Julia @ HappyFoods Tube21/09/2016 - 4:07 am

    Oh my! I LOVE IT! Lately I’ve been trying to add chickpea to everything and anything so this is definitely a Must-Try recipe!ReplyCancel

  • Tuulia Talvio21/09/2016 - 6:44 am

    That cheesy chickpea crumble sounds genius!! And I’m always up for a good pasta :)ReplyCancel

  • alessia@handmadetoast.com21/09/2016 - 7:30 am

    Really cool idea…definitely trying this with the last batch of tomatoes from the garden. ThanksReplyCancel

  • Tori//Gringalicious21/09/2016 - 8:23 am

    This pasta looks incredible! I’m simply dying over all the flavors!ReplyCancel

  • Maya | Spice + Sprout21/09/2016 - 8:38 am

    I love the way you describe your food changing with the seasons, I totally feel ya :) I am also drinking hot latteish drinks while sweating in a beam of golden sunlight, but it’s all worth it, riiight? Love this dish, it looks amazing AND that cheesy chickpea crumble is definitely getting made <3ReplyCancel

  • Shilpa21/09/2016 - 9:07 am

    That crumble is genius! Trying it this weekend. It’s going to be 10 degrees cooler then. Definitely a shift in season. First day of fall tomorrow. Happy fall to you, Laura!ReplyCancel

  • Lindsey21/09/2016 - 10:53 am

    I couldn’t feel you more on feeling perhaps a bit overwhelmed by abundance this time of year, while also drinking/eating in all the effortlessness vibes too. That crumble is pure genius, and I’m sure is so awesome in this comforting pasta dish. xo’s!ReplyCancel

  • Abby @ Heart of a Baker21/09/2016 - 10:59 am

    Another way to do a cheesy crumble? I’m IN! I have a feeling I’ll miss tomatoes once fall rolls around, but for now I’m embracing them!ReplyCancel

  • valentina | sweet kabocha21/09/2016 - 11:39 am

    This looks so gorgeous Laura!! I love broad pappardelle and that crunchy topping…amazing! xoReplyCancel

  • Shannon21/09/2016 - 12:04 pm

    Yay! This looks so yummy. Your posts always remind me to chill out about life – basically required reading at this point.ReplyCancel

  • Jessie Snyder21/09/2016 - 2:14 pm

    Woah. Are we on the same wavelength or whaaaat! I just wrote about the exact same in my post today. Cheers to this end of summer rut, and this brilliant idea of a chickpea crumble. I am so digging this Laura. Enjoy your noodle-y salads and chill smoothies this week girl. xxReplyCancel

  • Julia21/09/2016 - 3:05 pm

    Love the idea of that chickpea parmesan!ReplyCancel

  • Anya21/09/2016 - 6:57 pm

    The chickpea parm sounds amazing, Laura! I’m going to try it out the next time I make pasta. Thanks so much for the idea :)ReplyCancel

  • Alex22/09/2016 - 8:00 am

    I looove the rustic look of this thick-cut pasta. It really does scream “harvest abundance”!

    I went the galette route with my end-of-summer tomatoes ;)
    http://thenewbaguette.com/2016/09/12/tomato-galette-recipe/ReplyCancel

  • Anna23/09/2016 - 5:05 am

    looks absolutely delicious!! Can’t wait to try it at home :D
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  • Lisa23/09/2016 - 1:10 pm

    Looks INCREDIBLE! I love chickpeas and tomatoes so I’m excited to try this recipe soon!

    Lisa
    http://www.theeverydayelevated.comReplyCancel

  • Allyson23/09/2016 - 4:55 pm

    Wow this is beautiful. This vegan parm sounds fantastic- I can’t wait to give it a try.ReplyCancel

  • LB25/09/2016 - 9:04 pm

    Made this tonight – the crumble is soooo good! Definitely snuck a few spoonfuls out of the jar before storing the rest :)ReplyCancel

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sweet potato spice latte shake - The First Messpin it!

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I’m so excited for this weekend because we’re returning to those slightly brisk temps (open windows for sleep time = the best thing ever) AND we’re going to be taking in some Red Sox and Blue Jays action tomorrow. It’s all going to be very, very chill—a proper sendoff to summer days I think.
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  • Stacy10/09/2016 - 9:09 am

    In the mornings I am a monster until I have both eaten breakfast and had my coffee. I am always frustrated at how long it takes to get to this point. But I had never considered combining the two together. Also, roasting your sweets in one large batch at the beginning of the week during the hot summer is genius. Kind of makes me want to do all my hot cooking at the same time. Like everything.ReplyCancel

  • Anya10/09/2016 - 10:34 am

    This looks so good Laura! I’m roasting up a batch of sweet potatoes as we speak. Making me wonder why I’ve never blended them into a smoothie before, since it seems like the best move.
    I loved the Lucky Peach article, and now I’m very excited for the cookbook. Thanks so much for sharing that.ReplyCancel

  • Krysten10/09/2016 - 2:46 pm

    This drink looks amazing!
    I am so excited about the temperature change.
    Fall might be my favorite season, everything smells so clean and wonderful during the fall!
    I’m going to have to make this asap! :DReplyCancel

  • Sherry10/09/2016 - 2:48 pm

    Laura, thanks for this! I so agree on the greatness of sweet potatoes for this kind of thing –– they’re both sweeter and less watery than squash/pumpkin and they work great. Confession/tip: I often stock a few of those little jars of organic baby food (in sweet potato, but also apple, pear, prune, butternut squash …) to add to smoothies, baking, soup … they amount to a perfect 1/2 cup of puree that is quick and easy to add to whatever. So I was able to whip this one up in a flash without even any oven time! Loving it.ReplyCancel

  • Jennifer Berkey12/09/2016 - 11:39 am

    This one’s unique though, but I’m sure it’s worth a try!ReplyCancel

  • Meg13/09/2016 - 6:29 am

    Not a coffee person? Do those people exist? Haha Just kidding! This one looks divine. I love the play on pumpkin spiced coffee with the sweet potato. A must try after yoga! xxReplyCancel

  • Trevor E13/09/2016 - 12:36 pm

    GORG! And so so so delicious. I think I already miss the summer, but this makes the cooler weather oh so much better :)ReplyCancel

  • Jessie Snyder13/09/2016 - 1:41 pm

    This, Laura, THIS is positively brilliant. I am so making this recipe this week, we are diving into the pre-fall vibes over here too and I think this blend of fall spice and a cold shake is the perfect in-betweener to tie me over ;). Hope you had a blast at the ball game! xxReplyCancel

  • Veronika14/09/2016 - 10:35 am

    This shake looks so delicious and cozy. I’m so excited for autumn this year, I can’t wait to start making comforting cozy recipes again and this one is perfect for the summer/autumn transition! :)ReplyCancel

  • Cassie16/09/2016 - 10:30 am

    Wow, I LOVE Vega protein! This looks amazing! Who knew you could drink a sweet potato??ReplyCancel

  • The Wooden Spoon19/09/2016 - 11:02 am

    This sounds so good- I love the combo!ReplyCancel

  • Keara McGraw20/09/2016 - 10:43 am

    Yes to everything Lucky Peach/Peter Meehan! Looking forward to that one, too. I just had my first fake AF pumpkin beverage of the season and I must say, while short-term delicious, I’m looking to a fall-roster of drinks like yours above. Looks so divine, Laura!ReplyCancel

  • Sabrina B25/09/2016 - 9:14 am

    Really like ingredient swaps and nutrition boosts, I’ve been looking for some creative sweet potato ideas and just found another one here!ReplyCancel

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the best marinated lentils from "Oh She Glows Every Day" - The First Messpin it!the best marinated lentils from "Oh She Glows Every Day" - The First Messpin it!View full post »

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  • Marta @ What should I eat for breakfast today07/09/2016 - 3:36 am

    It’s great to read this story. It was pretty much similar with me and my blog. I’m definitely getting this book :DReplyCancel

  • Hungry One07/09/2016 - 4:59 am

    Looks good. Guess you could just as well stuff it all in some pita bread. Maybe add some minty-yoghurt sauce. Oh, I’m so going to do this.ReplyCancel

  • Mary Mentzer07/09/2016 - 6:43 am

    well! great recipes! It looks so healthy. Let me try it out..and then give you the feedback! :)ReplyCancel

  • Kellie07/09/2016 - 9:14 am

    What a great story and tribute. As much as you thank Angela, I think she owes you a huge thanks with this review. I’ve noticed more and more how other bloggers are reviewing books and this one is glowing, you can buy this stuff.
    Kellie from Princess and The Yard ApeReplyCancel

  • Abby @ Heart of a Baker07/09/2016 - 10:24 am

    Oh girl, those peanut butter balls are AMAZING! I made a half batch last week, only to eat them all in a few days :/ These lentils have been on my to make list ever since I got the book, so good!ReplyCancel

  • Sophie07/09/2016 - 12:44 pm

    Damn girl, this looks absolutely incredible! It’s definitely the next recipe I want to make from this beautiful book. Thanks a million for the share xox. P.S Your book is the next book I absolutely cannot wait for <3ReplyCancel

  • Sarah | Well and Full07/09/2016 - 2:50 pm

    YES I’m not the only one!! I too have such a hard time owning up to my blogging career, and it’s because I also feel like it’s not a “real” job (read: instagramming food pics all day). And especially with my parents/grandparents generations, they don’t understand blogging as a job. But it takes so much work to do what we do, and we should be proud of it! I know it’s a journey to this feeling, though, and I accept that. But it infinitely reassures me that you’ve had these feelings too! Especially since you have one of the most beautiful food blogs out there :)ReplyCancel

  • sarah07/09/2016 - 5:33 pm

    It’s Angela brownies on page 199, that had me sold on the book.I bought it yesterday, just for that recipe and the beautiful photos. I just couldn’t take my eyes of the book.

    Angela was also one of the first favorite plant-based bloggers I started reading years ago, then Sarah Britton, and then you Laura. Your blog I seem to come to your space the most often because 90% of the time, when I’m in a food rut, I something I love here and I just happen to have everything in my pantry (this is really rare). I don’t find this on any other blog. So thank you for all your hard work and yummy content, and I can’t wait for your book to come outReplyCancel

  • Brenna07/09/2016 - 6:40 pm

    Hey Laura! When is your cookbook set to be released? I can’t wait!!ReplyCancel

    • Laura09/09/2016 - 2:49 pm

      Hi Brenna! The release date is March 7th, 2017. Pre-order is available now, too :)
      -LReplyCancel

      • Kate12/09/2016 - 7:30 pm

        YAY! Just ordered it. :)ReplyCancel

  • Connie07/09/2016 - 9:03 pm

    Love your story. Your hard work has paid off! I didn’t know Angela came out with a new cookbook. I’ll have to get her latest. Thanks for posting this delicious recipe! Excited to try!ReplyCancel

  • La petite poire08/09/2016 - 3:09 pm

    WOW! What a wonderfully versatile recipe. I love the fact that literally you could serve these next to many many other dishes. Beautiful photos and a beautiful story. Thank you for sharing, these lentils look “oh so yummy!” ReplyCancel

  • Allyson08/09/2016 - 4:13 pm

    Oh man these look delicious.ReplyCancel

  • marshablog.com09/09/2016 - 12:58 am

    You make me so hungry, these look delicious and lovely. Thanks for sharing this recipe!ReplyCancel

  • Angela09/09/2016 - 1:42 pm

    Laura, I can’t thank you enough for your kind words. They truly blew me away! I honestly had no idea that my blog was one of the first you started to read. It’s so funny to me that you had that full circle moment because I totally felt the same way when I was asked to do the same for your book! Your writing, photography, and recipes have always been a huge inspiration to me, and I really can’t thank you enough. (and these might be some of my fave photos I’ve seen on your blog! Holy moly, girl!!)ReplyCancel

    • Angela09/09/2016 - 1:43 pm

      I meant to add that I am counting down the days until your book comes out! It’s going to blow everyone away.ReplyCancel

  • Friday FAQs: Spice mix uses, smoothie freezer packs, coconut milk differences, and more! — Oh She Glows09/09/2016 - 3:13 pm

    […] The First Mess […]ReplyCancel

  • Coffee Shop - Worthy Hazelnut Milk + "Oh She Glows Everyday" by Faring Well14/09/2016 - 4:00 am

    […] that I am itching to try next are Angela’s golden french lentil stew, mushroom bolognese, and the best marinated lentils. Others from the book calling my name are the chewy molasses spelt cookies, sun dried tomato pasta, […]ReplyCancel

  • WEEKEND CHILLS + GRAIN FREE GREEN - OLA - Wholehearted Eats17/09/2016 - 2:35 pm

    […] some more great recipes from OSG Everyday –Pumpkin Cupcakes, Coffee Shop Worthy Milk, The Best Marinated Lentils, and this Mushroom […]ReplyCancel

  • High Rise Pumpkin Cupcakes from Oh She Glows Every Day & A Giveaway! | Vegan Adice21/09/2016 - 6:51 pm

    […] I had such a difficult time picking a recipe to share in this post that I ended up making and photographing two recipes—High Rise Pumpkin Cupcakes and The Best Marinated Lentils. Then, I peaked at other bloggers’ review posts to see which recipes had been shared and ultimately chose the cupcakes because the lentils had been already been slathered with well-deserved attention and praise. If you want to make the lentils (do it—they’re amazing), checkout Laura Wright’s stunning review post. […]ReplyCancel

  • Dana27/09/2016 - 11:54 am

    Love this recipe! I have a serving suggestion: Place a mound of the marinated lentils on top of a baked, halved acorn squash. Best served warm. Beautiful presentation and delicious!ReplyCancel

  • Sweet Potato, Chickpea & Spinach Coconut Curry from "Oh She Glows Every Day" - The Green Life29/09/2016 - 10:53 am

    […] made the best marinated lentils from the book a couple times already and they might be my new go-to lentil recipe. A few other […]ReplyCancel

  • Cari aux Patates Douces, Pois Chiches et Épinards de "Oh She Glows Every Day" - The Green Life29/09/2016 - 10:57 am

    […] fait le plat de lentilles marinées quelques fois déjà et elles sont devenues ma nouvelle façon préférée de manger des […]ReplyCancel

  • Lyn08/10/2016 - 6:51 am

    Lovely tribute.ReplyCancel

  • Recipe and Cookbook Roundup | A Girl Named Allyn02/11/2016 - 9:14 am

    […] Marinated Lentil Salad– We’ve been enjoying this for lunches a lot recently. I make a double batch of it and combine it with a half batch of Alton Brown’s hummus on the side, as well as cucumber slices and pita chips. Only gets better the longer it marinates. […]ReplyCancel

  • Four tips for dealing with new-to-you ingredients - Commuter Cook14/11/2016 - 7:56 am

    […] different versions of the same ingredient: Melissa wanted to make these marinated lentils from the new Oh She Glows cookbook (which, btw, looks super awesome, even for a non-vegan such as […]ReplyCancel

  • High Rise Pumpkin Cupcakes from Oh She Glows Every Day & A Giveaway! - Blissful Basil | Healthy Plant-Based Vegan Recipes & Wellness Tips24/01/2017 - 2:54 pm

    […] I had such a difficult time picking a recipe to share in this post that I ended up making and photographing two recipes—High Rise Pumpkin Cupcakes and The Best Marinated Lentils. Then, I peaked at other bloggers’ review posts to see which recipes had been shared and ultimately chose the cupcakes because the lentils had been already been slathered with well-deserved attention and praise. If you want to make the lentils (do it—they’re amazing), checkout Laura Wright’s stunning review post. […]ReplyCancel

cacao hazelnut latte with herbal coffee - The First Messpin it!
So I’m here, not with an alcoholic libation to help you celebrate the long weekend, but with something a bit cozier to keep you going once it’s over. Preparation in life is key, especially post-holiday weekend life. I’ve been turning to some sort of herbal coffee concoction around 3 or so pretty much every day–sometimes just simple with a splash of non-dairy milk/creamer and sometimes blended up into something a bit more elaborate like this. It gets me through that hangry slump that sometimes has me contemplating a trip to the convenience store for a salty snack. This is the time of year that I start craving new routines and an overall fresh glance at my day-to-day. This little sip tends to lead to a definitive pause. I enjoy this one slowly, and I find that I’m much less likely to go for a late night snack when I take the time to enjoy it. Weird? I don’t know. It works for me in a big way. View full post »

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  • Lee03/09/2016 - 6:01 am

    Wow! This looks SO creamy, really, like heaven! Thanks for the recipe :) About the links, I always enjoy reading them, but maybe a theme with be more consistent? Have a nice weekend!ReplyCancel

  • Pia03/09/2016 - 6:01 am

    Honestly, I love the whole concept of sharing links every once in a while -even if I of course don’t generally read every single one- and am thus super glad you’re getting into posting them regularly :) That said, I personally like a mix of different kinds of links, BUT to be fair, I’ve never seen anyone do themed series, so I say give it a go and the perhaps ask your readers which they preferred!
    So yeah, thanks, girl & have a lovely weekend xReplyCancel

  • thefolia03/09/2016 - 6:25 am

    Oh so yummy looking…I will give the herbal coffee a shot. I adore your glass jars with wooden lids so over the easily rusting metal ones.ReplyCancel

  • Jess | Urban Alchemy03/09/2016 - 7:59 am

    I looooove link love posts! While I admit, I usually don’t read every single article, I always click. I prefer the totally random – sometimes there’s a gem with just the right words. I say keep em’ coming. And I’m not a coffee person but need to make this ASAP. Coconut butter added to anything is heavenly.ReplyCancel

  • Lindsay03/09/2016 - 9:19 am

    Loving all these cozy comfort recipes at the moment!! Going to try this as well!!ReplyCancel

  • Shira03/09/2016 - 11:22 am

    Great post Laura, keep the weekend links coming! Vancouver would love to have you guys here! xoReplyCancel

  • Cassie03/09/2016 - 11:23 am

    Very interesting links! It would be so cool to discover the color of my own energy. Also, I absolutely love the combination of cacao and hazelnut butter! So delicious!ReplyCancel

  • Kerianne Taves03/09/2016 - 12:13 pm

    Yum, this looks so comforting and delicious. Love these posts, keep them coming.

    You and Jessica would LOVE Victoria, BC! The plant love is definitely strong here ReplyCancel

  • Ashley03/09/2016 - 12:20 pm

    I once had I very sweet and indulgent Nutella hot chocolate at a French chocolate shop. I loved the flavor combination, but it left me feeling not so well. I love this lightened up version. I drink hot beverages a few times a day all Fall and Winter =)ReplyCancel

  • valentina | sweet kabocha03/09/2016 - 12:29 pm

    My energy is lilac!
    Btw, I’ll crave for this recipe this evening : I have a moving today :( 1/3 excited, 2/3 terrified! This is our first U-Haul moving…I think I’ll be dead under the sofa in a few hours :PReplyCancel

  • Sophie03/09/2016 - 12:32 pm

    Loving the links! Yes to Nanaimo Bars and Stacy London (who I once took creepy cell phone pic of…. :) . I totally agree with Shira, come to Van! I saw the Minimalist Baker at Nourish Vancouver a couple of weeks ago, it was a great little venue that would be perfect for consuming copious amounts of wine spritzers <3ReplyCancel

  • Smadar03/09/2016 - 12:36 pm

    Your happy hour posts give me life.

    Please do an event in Montreal!!!ReplyCancel

  • Shilpa03/09/2016 - 3:55 pm

    Hazelnut butter from Prana. On that!

    Guelph! Lots of plant loving folks here. And it’s not far from you.ReplyCancel

  • Libby03/09/2016 - 9:35 pm

    My energy was lavender! I’ll take it. :)
    This drink looks so calming and satisfying. I can’t wait to make it.ReplyCancel

  • Julia04/09/2016 - 6:45 am

    “Sometimes I just drizzle a bit of it on a dark chocolate square, and I feel like I’m going straight to space.” Love you for that saying <3 Now I´m off to the kitchen to make this hazelnut hug with tahini instead because that´s what I have on hand! XOReplyCancel

  • Maya | Spice + Sprout04/09/2016 - 8:30 am

    My energy was rose too! :) This drink looks super cozy and ready for fall crisp weather. Alsoooo, come to Montreal!ReplyCancel

  • Diane04/09/2016 - 1:25 pm

    Hi Laura! I just wanted you to know that I LOVE the links you attach and read all of them. The one stacy London wrote was brilliant!!! As for places to visit I live in Edmonton, Alberta and know many plant eating friends who would be over the moon to meet you…myself includedReplyCancel

  • Sophie04/09/2016 - 4:40 pm

    Toronto, please please! I know we are so close, so crossing my fingers, but I, and I imagine many others are into all of these things: “dinners, workshops, and talks with hella wine and snacks.” Those all sound like the best things :)ReplyCancel

  • Ellen04/09/2016 - 10:09 pm

    I have never minded whether or not the links have a theme. I do enjoy these posts because I come across many things I wouldn’t usually see.ReplyCancel

  • Katie | Katie's Time Travelling Kitchen05/09/2016 - 6:49 am

    Love this, it looks amazing! :)ReplyCancel

  • Abby05/09/2016 - 10:32 am

    You should come to Philly! We’ve been having a real resurgence in our vegan/vegetarian food scene in the last several years and I feel like you could do really cool things with Vedge, V Street, and other veggie establishments.ReplyCancel

  • The Wooden Spoon05/09/2016 - 11:34 am

    I loved this post! Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Vicky & Ruth- May I Have That Recipe05/09/2016 - 12:01 pm

    Wow!! This drink looks super delicious and decadent. Who doesn’t love a hot drink?? Thank you for sharing :)ReplyCancel

  • Allyson05/09/2016 - 3:04 pm

    Oh man this looks good. And so perfect for fall. I too predate the internet (though barely) and it’s pretty weird to remember a time when it wasn’t ubiquitous. It’s crazy how time flies.ReplyCancel

  • Mere | Pollinate Journal05/09/2016 - 9:12 pm

    Hi Laura! It was really comforting and humbling to read that you sometimes struggle with what content to share/feelings of aimlessness with writing, as that is something I can certainly relate to! For what it’s worth, all of these links were great :). In terms of your book tour (!!!), I already said this to you via Instagram but you should absolutely come to the Bay Area. I have some connections to food/alternative event spaces here and would LOVE to help you set something up. Give me a holler! :DReplyCancel

  • Abby05/09/2016 - 10:19 pm

    PUHLEEEEASE come to Dallas. Or at least Austin.ReplyCancel

  • Shannon Murphy05/09/2016 - 10:45 pm

    I basically read all of your links, every time. But no pressure! I’m liking the theme though and just got a hit that you would enjoy Lena Stevens’ monthly forecast.

    https://thepowerpath.com/monthly-forecast/september-2016-monthly-forecast/

    The plant power is pretty strong in Santa Fe. Bookstore that does readings often is Collected Works. If you come try hitting up Verde Juice, Sweetwater Kitchen, and/or Modern General for foodtime!ReplyCancel

  • Jodi06/09/2016 - 11:39 am

    Yes to cozy! Ah I’m loving the comfort of this post, Laura. And I’m in love with these links – that 100% article? Bang on! And I would say please please please come to my little mountain town of Revelstoke but I know that’s a stretch, so I’ll make the journey to Van :) Or Kelowan – hella wine there ;) xReplyCancel

  • Jessica06/09/2016 - 12:32 pm

    HEY! Thanks for including the podcast. And I suggest any and all cities…as long as I’m going with you.ReplyCancel

  • Sonia22/10/2016 - 7:10 pm

    Just got done making this…..heavenly!!! Doubled it so my boyfriend could have one but he didn’t like– probably because I didn’t add sugar. So I got 2. ReplyCancel

  • Jessica Janzen03/11/2016 - 5:13 pm

    Laura you should absolutely come to kamloops, BC for your cookbook tour!! Super pumped for your cookbook debut and love love your blog. Just listened to your podcast with Jessica Murnane and it was awesome! Kinda feels like I was sitting in the room with you guys. Haha, feels like that’s a bit of a weird comment, but it was just really good :)ReplyCancel

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