Chao is to me, as tomato soup is to Canadians. When you’re sick, seeking comfort, or miss a taste of childhood, vegan Vietnamese chao is what you eat. Happy New Year everyone! I hope you all have had a safe and exciting New Year’s Eve. Mine was full of BB’s friends and I was kind of […]
Vegan Banh Mi
Vegan Banh Mi takes classic Vietnamese flavours like pickled carrots and daikon, coriander, and envelops them in crispy cloud baguettes, stuffed with savoury tofu strips My childhood memories are very distinct. I remember the smell of old library books, making blanket forts, and weekend trips to Chinatown in Toronto. I grew up in a small […]
Do Chua — Vietnamese Quick Pickled Carrots and Daikon
Do Chua — Vietnamese Quick Pickled Carrots and Daikon A Vietnamese staple for banh mi, spring rolls, and more! There’s something that’s so satisfying about sharing food with friends and family. I just love watching other people enjoy the food I prepare. I have no idea what it is. It’s just ultimately gratifying to see […]
Stir Fried King Oyster Mushrooms
I’m so glad it’s spring, because now the days are longer, the light is brighter and it’s sunnier outside. I love sweater weather, although I could do without the mud and puddles. I’ve been feeling more inspired to actually cook for myself instead of just throwing some pasta in the pot to eat with nooch […]
Homemade Vegan Vietnamese Pho
As The Viet Vegan, I feel like homemade vegan Vietnamese pho is an obligatory recipe on here. So here it is. If it weren’t for the fact that I’ve now branded myself as The Viet Vegan, almost nobody would know I was Vietnamese (in real life, anyway). I’ve had people ask me if I was […]