Plants R Friends

Tried vegan sunny side up eggs for the first time and wow… it was an experience.

I didn’t like runny eggs when I was an omnivore, so this confirmed it’s definitely a texture thing because I feel the same about this. 😂🤭

I’ll forever choose a good ol’ tofu scramble.

Drop your favorite vegan breakfast below.

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Simple Tofu Scramble Recipe

Ingredients
* 1 block firm tofu (pressed)
* 1 tbsp olive oil or vegan butter
* ½ tsp turmeric (for color)
* ½ tsp garlic powder
* ½ tsp onion powder
* 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
* Salt & pepper to taste
* Splash of plant milk (optional, for creaminess)

Optional Add-Ins
Spinach, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, kale, scallions

Instructions
1. Heat oil in a pan on medium.
2. Sauté veggies - excluding spinach for 1 - 2 min. (Veggies can be diced, sliced, however)
3. Crumble tofu in with your hands.
4. Add turmeric, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Cook 5–7 min until warm and slightly golden.
6. Stir in nutritional yeast + splash of plant milk if using.
7. Add spinach and cook 2–3 more minutes.

Serve with toast, avocado, or wrapped in a breakfast burrito.

Vanilla extract is basically a tincture. Yep!

It’s made by soaking vanilla beans in alcohol and water to pull out all those rich flavor compounds. Technically, it’s a plant-based tincture. The only difference? In the kitchen, we call it “extract,” and commercially it has to meet “FDA standards” (at least 35% alcohol).

Same concept. Different lane.

Today I’m sharing a glimpse of my process of making:
🌿 Vanilla extract
🌿 An almond oil infusion with tea tree, vitamin E, calendula, & rosemary

And honestly? This stuff is way easier than people think.

With clean, quality ingredients (most of which you can buy in bulk), you can make multiple tinctures, extracts, and infusions for cooking, skincare, wellness, and more. One setup. So many uses.

This is about learning how to work with plants, oils, and herbs in accessible ways—right from your kitchen. No gatekeeping. Just curiosity, care, and creativity.

If you’ve ever wanted to try making your own… this is your sign.

Detroit vegan brunch hits different when it’s done with creativity. Street Beet always delivers! (Figuratively and literally 😂)

Shown:

Crab Cake Benedict - english muffins, crab cakes, arugula, poached eggs, hollandaise, old bay, chive

Shrimp + Grits - Cheesy grits, garlic butter grilled shrimp, scallion

The crab cake? My fav. Messy, but worth it (should’ve used a fork & knife lol).
Shrimp & grits were flavorful, but I’m a sugar grits girly 😂. Still fun to try though. I love a food adventure.

Sometimes you just need something quick — because we aren’t perfect people with perfectly meal-prepped weeks. But we also don’t want to order out again 😭🫣

These Omsom noodles came through. They say “they’re a nod to sizzling oil noodles with a savory, herbaceous, umami-packed sauce made from simple ingredients you can actually recognize..” I agree!!

I had a salad on the side because balance. You can toss some steamed veggies on top too. Fast food energy, but without the harm to me you or the planet.

We don’t have to restrict or limit ourselves to the point where food stops being fun. We’re human—some things should feel good. With a few mindful swaps, like less sugar, no icing, and a dollop of plant-based yogurt on the side (hello, gut health), we get the best of both worlds.

This is an Orange Olive Oil Cake (vegan ofc), and it’s proof that dessert can be delicious and somewhat nourishing.

Made with high-quality olive oil for a rich, velvety texture and subtle, fruity depth—plus, less sugar than a traditional cake, which means you’re tasting real ingredients, not just sweetness.

Olive oil is packed with antioxidants and heart-healthy fats, and this recipe is completely plant-based, making it a feel-good treat from the inside out.

Think of it as indulgence—with intention.

Soul Food Platter from More Life Foods.

Am I missing out on any new vegan food spots? It feels like so many have closed 😭 but then where are yall eating at? Just at home?

Snack? Lunch? Who cares—just listen to your body! Fuel your day with what you need, when you need it.

I’m speaking from the heart. I will get so caught up in getting things done that I ignore those callings from my body. I’m working on that this year. Working on making time, paying attention..stuff like that.

This falafel salad is proof that nourishing yourself can be simple and satisfying. 🥗🧡

If you’re into vegan pizza, I’m sure you already know Pie Sci’s build-your-own is the move. If not, welcome haha you’re here now, in the know. They’re fresh, customizable, and never disappointing.

This time I got the 8x10 Square Cashew Cheese Spread, Vegan Pepperoni, Caramalized Onions, Bell Pepper, Banana Pepper, Mushroom, Chili Lime Crunch, Garlic Oil all over.

Would you try this?