Way back in 2010, I celebrated my first Thanksgiving abroad with other expats.  Over time, I lost interest in spending time with people who I had nothing in common with aside from the country issuing our passports. For the most part, I’d let Thanksgiving go, at least temporarily. Looking two years back, I see I was quite optimistic about… Continue Reading

Sometimes, you just need something you can throw together with what’s in the cupboard.  This chili sin carne recipe has become my go-to in these situations… 2 cups TVP 2 cups boiling water oil 2 medium onions, chopped 4-6 garlic cloves, pressed 4 – 6 T chili powder 1/2 t salt 1 t sugar 1 T… Continue Reading

A bite of my mother’s McRib sandwich during my formative years has led to a lifelong love affair with boneless barbecue things.  As a vegetarian, this is a tricky one ;-) When Trader Joe’s started carrying Gardenburger Riblets, I thought I’d died and went to veggie bbq  heaven.  Then I moved to the Danish countryside,… Continue Reading