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Talkin' bout plant-based food & zero waste living in Montreal

I'm Melodie. Here is where I share my passion for plant-based cuisine, zero-waste living, and being a green mama. I post recipes, recommendations and resources.

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Golden Chickpea Coconut Stew [Vegan/Gluten-Free]
Crispylicious Cauliflower Wings [Vegan]
Vegan ramen in Montreal, get your noodle on!
Rosé Pasta Recipe with Spinach and Mushrooms [Vegan]
Raw vegan chocolate balls [Vegan/Gluten-Free]

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Mother’s Day munching 🌱 Weekend with full hea

Mother’s Day munching 🌱 Weekend with full hearts and bellies. 💕🤤

@casakaizen: Ceviches, KFC, tacos al pastor & calamary.

Brunch chez moi: Vegan shakshuka with silken tofu & vegan yolks + harissa garlic oil.

@lechedesserts donuts 🍩🤤

@norecipesfusion in the park: so flipping good

Saving a batch of apples to make apple sauce (for baking) and apple cider vinegar. 🍎

Not pictured @audacieusevanille spread and gorgeous cake by @sucreesamcakes + beyond meat bbq.

Seriously, I’m so full it hurts. Happy Mother’s Day to all.
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#plantbased #montreal #mtlfood #mtlfoodie #montrealeats #mtlveg #mothersday

GIVEAWAY 👇🏾 Happy Earth Day ! 🌎 Okay, thi

GIVEAWAY 👇🏾 Happy Earth Day ! 🌎 Okay, this post might just be an excuse for me to show off my favourite vintage dress yet again but keep reading for a little preloved giveaway.

I think Earth Day is a great time to spread awareness about the climate crisis and other important sustainability issues like environmental justice, fast fashion, waste reduction and many more.

✨Start a conversation, pick up a book, listen to a podcast and buy nothing!

In the spirit of buying nothing, I’m giving away my lightly used copy of the @zerowastechef’s book. It’s a fantastic resource for moving towards low waste living. I’ve already read it cover to cover and I’m ready to pass it on to the next person.

It features a whole section on zero waste lifestyle, sour dough baking and then loads of vegetarian recipes with an emphasis on naturally fermented foods.

👉🏾If you want it, drop a comment below and tag a friend (or two) that you think would like my page. I’ll choose a random winner and mail the book to ya.

I’m going to say Canada 🇨🇦 only to make my life easier with shipping. If this works well, I’ll give alway a few more book this way in the coming weeks.
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#zerowaste #earthday #earth #lowwaste #zerowastechef #preloved #usedbooks #sharingbooks

PALAK [TOFU] PANEER RECIPE🌱 👇🏾 📷 cook

PALAK [TOFU] PANEER RECIPE🌱 👇🏾

📷 cookbook research: Which photo do you like better? 1 or 2?

This is one of my favourite recipes of all time. Bookmark this baby, you won't regret making it.

✨ Recipe ✨

👉🏾 TOFU "Cheeze"

2 tbsp coconut oil
Tofu block (454g), cubed
1 tsp garam masala
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp kala namak (black salt, sub salt if needed)
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Over medium heat, lightly brown tofu in coconut oil. Add spices and dry roast until aromatic, about 3 minutes. Add a touch of water to deglaze if burning occurs.

👉🏾Spinach Curry Sauce:

1 bunch spinach (about 2 cups)
2 tomatoes, roughly chopped
1-inch knob ginger, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 tsp garam masala
pinch of cinnamon
1 1/4 cup coconut milk

Put all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Pour over tofu cubes. Cook for about 3 minutes and finish off with some fresh lemon juice.

Tip: Lemon helps your body absorb iron in the spinach. Always add a little acid to your greens.

#veganrecipe #vegan #plantbased #veganfood #veganfoodshare #dairyfree #vegetarian #eatmoreplants #glutenfree #wholefoods #bestofvegan #plantpowered #healthyrecipes #recipeoftheday #plantstrong #instagood

"How do you cook so much with a toddler?!" 👶🏼 👩🏾‍🍳 I get asked that question all the time and there is no magic answer. I think some people may envision idyllic scenes with my 2yo daughter helping me in the kitchen. Yeah, no. Sure they happen from time to time, but mostly, grandma or dad keeps her busy while I cook. Or I cook when she's sleeping. Pretty scenes of us making @foodfutureinstitute’s gluten-free pizza like this one are adorbs and fun for about 10 minutes before it turns into an EPIC mess and ends in tears. But if anyone has tips on getting toddlers or kids to help in the kitchen, please share them below bc I'm still figuring it out.

The truth is, I cook a lot because I love it. Cooking for me is self-care. I've had this need to make things since I was young, and it gives me a lot of pleasure to whip up something from scratch. I'm DIY obsessed.

But you absolutely do not need to be a masterful home cook or passionate foodie to live sustainably or plant-based. Nor do you need to know how to bake to be a good mother. Ain't no shame in ordering it in!

I also make plenty of meals out of necessity more than pleasure. Chilli bowls, easy sandwiches or dahl soups whipped up in 20 minutes feel so dull to me, but those are the meals that husband and daughter actually want.

I'm currently in the early stages of writing a cookbook. While I will include a few basics from scratch since that's my thing, I want to mostly focus on eco-minded meals accessible for families and busy professionals. If you're interested in the book, let me know. I'll add you to my mailing list.
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#ecomom #parenting #momlife #momstruggles #vegan #plantbased #canada #glutenfree #healthyfood #foodie #montreal #instagood #zerowaste #ecofriendly #zerodechet #sustainable #sustainability #sustainableliving #environment #zerowasteliving #handmade #zerowastehome

I spent much of my life critiquing my mom's parent

I spent much of my life critiquing my mom's parenting choices. It wasn't until I had my daughter that I experienced a profound perspective shift.

Parenting is incredibly challenging, and being a working mom has its unique challenges.

My mom parented with little support from a partner. She did it on a shoestring budget, as a brown English-speaking woman in a majority franco-white town with nothing but determination to qualify her for a job.

I never pondered what being uprooted from your country and culture in your developmental years can do to you. I never considered the deep insecurity that blossoms out of being one of the few immigrants among your high school friends—having to change your accent, expressions and parts of your personality to fit in. Combine that with tremendous pressure on women to "couple up," which meant she may not have chosen the best partners.

I was so critical of my mom (and not my dad) because the burden of parenting falls squarely on women, even today. I focused on everything she didn't do rather than realize the tremendous challenges that made her path to success a winding road rather than a straight line.

My mom built fiercely thick skin. Despite all the obstacles, she prevailed. She raised two pretty cool daughters if I do say so myself.

Today, I honour my mom and all of the women who immigrate to face the challenges of not only racism and classism but sexism too. #InternationalWomensDay

I also think of the women of Ukraine and countless others who seek refuge. My mind explodes in heartbreak when I think of escaping a war while trying to console a toddler at the same time.

Here is a photo of my mom and me at Mcdonald's. It was my favourite restaurant.

#INWD22 #Womensday #womanempowerment

Just a dedication post to my favourite family-run

Just a dedication post to my favourite family-run vegan dessert spot in the city @audacieusevanille. 🍰🧁✨

I hadn’t had their goodies in so long since I’ve been sugarless but you gotta have a treat every once and a while. I love that their desserts are not too sweet and are made with plenty of nuts and delicate flavours.

Not to mention kind and courteous customer service every time!

If your haven’t tried them already, get on it! 🤤

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#glutenfreemtl #veganmontreal #montrealrestaurant #mtlresto #mtlrestaurants #mtlbuisness #montreal #acheterlocal #veganmtl #mtlveganfest #mtlvegane

Damn, I love dumplings! 🥟Here are a few photos

Damn, I love dumplings! 🥟Here are a few photos of my recent homework with @foodfutureinstitute. Which dumpling photos looks better? 1 or 2? I'd love your input!

I also share a couple more shots of our recent lessons 👇🏾
• Vegetable Terrine
• Crab cakes
• My midterm: Yellow beet "carpaccio" with tofu ricotta and avocado cream.
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#foodfutureinstitute #FFI #plantbased #matthewkenneycuisine #craftingthefutureoffood #thefutureisnow
#plantbased #vegan #veganfood #veganfoodshare #whatveganseat #healthy #vegetarian #healthyfood #plantbaseddiet

Today trapped in the house again, I put on makeup

Today trapped in the house again, I put on makeup and @thisilk statement earrings in an attempt to feel glamorous. I felt hot for half a sec until my toddler spilled my turmeric latte ALL OVER our white kitchen cupboards and took a MONSTER DUMP in the tub. Life ain't what it used to be. 🧽🧽🧽

Tips for removing turmeric & beet stains from cupboards and counters welcome! 👇🏾🤷🏽‍♀️

#momlife #spilledturmericmilk #upshitscreek

Bacon-wrapped scallops 🥓 🌱 were the inspirat

Bacon-wrapped scallops 🥓 🌱 were the inspiration for this elegant and delicious plantbased dish.

Eggplant “bacon” wrapped around marinated king oysters with a bright mint-cilantro pea purée and homemade garlic-chilly oil.

Definitely blog-worthy 👌🏾

If you want the recipe, let’s see those hands-up 🙋🏽‍♀️🙋🏽‍♀️🙋🏽‍♀️ in the comments so I can get motivated to write it all down.

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#plantbasedrecipes #veganrecipes #plantbaseddiet #plantbasedinspiration #veganfood #veganfoodshare

Love bébé’s little library. 📚 💕I buy alm

Love bébé’s little library. 📚 💕I buy almost nothing new except for books by local authors and illustrators like @elise_gravel, @esigaittuq_c.kalluk @cecile.gariepy, @julie__flett.

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