All posts tagged: vegan

Beach Workout

Published by Molly Catherine

Yesterday Irek and I went to brunch at my favourite restaurant, Heirloom Vegetarian. I just cannot get enough of that place!  After we ate and Irek did some work, we headed to Jericho Beach in Kitsilano, and did a quick 30 minute HIIT workout (sprints, lunges, squats & tricep dips).  So nice to be able to exercise outside! Hope everyone had a lovely weekend and sending lots of love for the week ahead! 🙂 Cheers, Molly xx __________ “Let us try to recognize the precious nature of each day.” – Dalai Lama XIV

Oatmeal Recipe

Published by Molly Catherine

For the last 5 years I’ve had the same breakfast almost everyday. Oatmeal is super healthy, filling, and delicious. It keeps me nice and full until lunch time and is packed with nutritious ingredients. It also has a ton of fiber, so it’s great for keeping your digestive system on track. Feel free to substitute whatever fruits, nuts, seeds you have on hand. I also opt out of using any syrups/sweeteners as it’s already sweet enough with the fruit. Hope you enjoy! Cheers, Molly xx   Prep time: 5 minutes | Cook time: 20 minutes | Total time: 25 minutes Serves: 2 Ingredients: 1/2 cup steel cut oats 1 tbsp ground flax seeds 1 tbsp wheat germ 1 tbsp cinnamon 1 apple, chopped 2 cups water (or almond milk) handful blueberries Toppings:  2 bananas sliced pumpkin / sunflower seeds hemp hearts / chia seeds walnuts goji berries agave or maple syrup (optional) Directions: Bring 2 cups water to a boil. Add oats, flax seeds, wheat germ, cinnamon, and apple to pot and reduce to simmer …

Vegan Sushi

Published by Molly Catherine

Yesterday I was craving some vegan sushi and since Vancouver has a bunch of Japanese restaurants there’s tons of options! I started the day with an appointment downtown and then Irek and I just walked along the sea wall admiring the beauty of Vancouver, and did some people watching! There are so many tourists here in the spring and summer, so lots going on! I find that most of the good vegan/vegetarian spots in Vancouver are in Kitsilano.  We made our way there for a late lunch and found this cute little sushi place called Shizen Ya. They use all organic ingredients and are actually the first all natural Japanese restaurant chain in North America! We’ll definitely be going back, the vegan sushi was delicious! Chat soon! 🙂 Molly xx __________ “I have found that if you love life, life will love you back.” – Arthur Rubinstein 

Vegan Borscht

Published by Molly Catherine

I met my boyfriend 6 years ago and was quickly introduced to his mom’s delicious borscht. It’s time to share this recipe, with my vegan take! A couple things to take note of: it’s always better the second day after the flavours have melded together, taste as much as you can during the cooking process and adjust seasonings as needed. Traditionally this soup is served during the holiday season but we love it so much that I make it every couple of weeks. Hope you enjoy & let me know in the comments how it turns out! 🙂 Molly xx   Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 50 mins  | Total time: 65 mins Serves: 6 Ingredients: 4 large beets, roasted and diced 4 medium sized potatoes, diced 1 onion, diced 5-6 cloves garlic, minced Water (enough to fill large pot, leaving 2 inches) 2 cubes veggie broth 1/4 cup red wine 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tsp balsamic vinegar 1 tsp Himalayan sea salt 1 tsp black pepper fresh or dried herbs (basil, cilantro, …

Heirloom Vegetarian

Published by Molly Catherine

Since it was another stunning day in Vancouver yesterday, Irek and I headed to Kitsilano to soak up the sun. It was so great to see so many people out enjoying the weather, playing volleyball, basketball, walking their dogs etc. Really awesome energy… I love where we live! After we strolled around for a while we decided to grab dinner at my FAVOURITE restaurant in all of Vancouver. It’s called Heirloom Vegetarian and it’s sooo good! Irek got his usual… a veggie burger with yam fries (so predictable lol), and I had a delicious kale caesar salad. My salad was amazing – it had beet chips, capers, cornbread croutons, cashew parmesan, and the best vegan caesar sauce. Mmmmmmm. You guys must go if you live in Vancouver!!! Chat soon, 🙂 Molly xx __________ “I’ve got nothing to do today but smile.” – Paul Simon

Vancouver Auto Show

Published by Molly Catherine

Yesterday Irek and I headed downtown to check out the Auto Show. I am not necessarily the biggest car person… but Irek is, so I’m always happy to join him. 🙂 There were some beautiful cars though! I loved the Aston Martin, the Maserati, and this really cute convertible Jag. After we walked around the show for a bit, and Irek took some photos, we headed to this little vegan lunch spot in Gastown. It’s called Meet in Gastown and they specialize in “veggie comfort food”. Irek and I both opted for the veggie burgers… They were super yummy! They also have the BEST vegan spinach & artichoke dip. I hope everyone has a lovely Easter weekend filled with lots of love & food!! Cheers, Molly xx __________ “Just relax and enjoy the magnificence of life.” – Debasish Mridha

Veggie Korma

Published by Molly Catherine

I have a total obsession with Indian food. This Veggie Korma recipe is one that I have been making EVERY week for the last year! It’s super flavourful, aromatic, hearty and delicious. Oh, and it’s vegan of course. 🙂 Make sure to not get too fussed over the measurements. Each time I make this I switch it up a bit, and it always turns out! So be creative, add your own twist & enjoy. Happy cooking! Molly xx   Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 50 mins | Total time: 65 mins Serves: 4 Ingredients: 1 tbsp coconut oil 1 onion, finely diced 5-6 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced 4 medium sized potatoes, diced 5-6 carrots, diced 2 fresh tomatoes, diced 1/2 can diced tomatoes 1 can coconut milk 1/2 cup lentils, rinsed & drained 1 cup barley (or rice) 3 cups water 2 tbsp turmeric 4 tbsp curry powder 1 tsp garam masala 1/2 tsp hot chilli powder 1 cup frozen veggies (peas, corn etc) handful fresh cilantro, chopped Directions Cook one …

The Acorn Restaurant

Published by Molly Catherine

On Friday night we decided to check out a vegetarian restaurant in Vancouver, called The Acorn. It won a bunch of awards and even made it to the top 10 for best vegetarian restaurants in the world by CNN and #2 by the Daily Meal. The Acorn definitely did not disappoint. The flavours were unlike anything I’ve tasted before! This was my boyfriend’s review word for word: “That was the best meal I’ve eaten in my 25 years of being alive.” Doesn’t get much better than that, haha! If you’re from the area and looking for good vegan options this one definitely makes the cut :). They use all local and seasonal ingredients as well, and the menu changes every couple of months. Mmmm… my mouth is watering! Cheers, Molly xx __________ “One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.” – Virginia Woolf