What better way to ring in the new year than with some coffee? And not just plain coffee, but the ultimate coffee dessert: tiramisu. Fun fact: in Italian “tiramisu” means “pick me up.” But these aren’t your ordinary tiramisu with sugar-crusted lady fingers, and marscapone cheese.
Author: Kayla
Best Stands at the Vegan Market in Somerville, MA
Admist finals season, I decided a break was called for – somewhere away from the libraries and study spaces overflowing with stressed students. Then, something divine came my way: Facebook sent me Vegan Market in Somerville. I looked up how far it was from Tufts – 40 minute walk – and decided that it… Continue reading Best Stands at the Vegan Market in Somerville, MA
Traditional Sicilian Cubbaita (GF + DF)
Every Christmas, two things will always be on our table: Sicilian sciacce and cubbaita. What is cubbaita, you may ask? Cubbaita is a toasted sesame, almonds, and honey Sicilian brittle with hints of orange. It was originally an Arab specialty that Sicilians have since adopted. Like the making and slicing of sciacce, cubba’ita is serious… Continue reading Traditional Sicilian Cubbaita (GF + DF)
Dining hall hacks for the gluten & dairy-free collegians
At the beginning of the year, dining halls are exciting – so much food! so many options! – until you realize that you’re oftentimes eating the same breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day to the point that your palate cannot distinguish any flavor. Let’s face it, after a day full of classes, it’s definitely tempting… Continue reading Dining hall hacks for the gluten & dairy-free collegians
Eating Guide: Boston’s Yummiest Restaurants
I love when my family visit me up in Boston. Seeing them is priceless, but let’s get real – after a month of dining hall food, going to the (right) restaurants is a heavenly experience. That said, however, Boston’s specialty foods – lobster rolls, baked beans, and cream pies – aren’t friendly for the dairy-free,… Continue reading Eating Guide: Boston’s Yummiest Restaurants
Sicilian Pistachio Cake (GF + DF)
Sicilian summers are known for their blazing temperatures. Yet, despite this, Sicilians manage to cook hours on end in this weather. And for the most part without air conditioning. I’m not at their endurance level, so when there was a cool day, I jumped on the opportunity to bake – I hadn’t done so in… Continue reading Sicilian Pistachio Cake (GF + DF)
Senior Project: wise&well, a non-toxic line of hygiene and household products
During my last year at high school, as a senior project, we choose a to explore a topic we’re interested in that will push our boundaries, create a product (intangible or tangible), and present it to the class. I was juggling two ideas: a line of children’s clothes or a line of non-toxic household and… Continue reading Senior Project: wise&well, a non-toxic line of hygiene and household products
London: A guide to the city’s best eats
I LOVE LONDON. On our most recent trip, my mom and I went to the British city. For two years, I had been meticulously researching and planning every day down to the hour (literally). And while Britain isn’t typically known as a hotspot for food, I had some of the best meals of my life,… Continue reading London: A guide to the city’s best eats
Nut Butter Cookies (GF + DF)
The Traveling Banana Bread (GF + V)
It’s only taken me 17 years, but I have finally tried – and fallen in love with – banana bread. This is the banana bread that makes me go bananas (pardon my pun) 🙂 I love making banana bread because it’s quick to make and low in added sugar; you get the satisfaction of a… Continue reading The Traveling Banana Bread (GF + V)