Happiness is enjoying tea, scones and yummy little cakes over good conversation with friends.
This is the second time that I’ve been to the Bakkerswinkel — once in Westerpark and once in the center of Amsterdam — and I’m completely hooked. Their scones and clotted cream are amazing — plus they have this lemony custard that is to die for.
This was really a perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
www.debakkerswinkel.nl
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Filed under: Places to Eat on November 16th, 2008 | No Comments »
One of my good friends, who is the epitome of German efficiency, once pondered living off of blended meals to save time. He even has a complete step-by-step process book that I’m envious of — which maps out his life and his business.
If he ever had to step out for a while, you could literally pick up this book and run his life for him 
Anyhow, back to the blending. It’s NOT such a crazy idea…
I’ve been trying to come up with meals for one lately, which if you read my last post is becoming a drama.
a) I have no MOTIVATION to cook for one
b) I have no TIME to cook for one
c) Plus, what CAN you cook for one?
So, I’m seriously contemplating a liquid diet for a while, just for the sheer convenience of it.
Any ideas?
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Filed under: Food on November 3rd, 2008 | No Comments »
The Happy Vegetarian has been missing in action lately. She’s too embarrassed to post what she’s really been eating for the last few weeks: take-out, microwave meals, bowls of popcorn… and when she’s feeling particularly lazy — large spoonfuls of peanut butter straight out of the jar.
Luckily, she has found that the Bagels and Beans down the road serves a gigantic cappuccino made with soy milk to fuel her energy. Certainly something hard to find in the Netherlands. Plus a wicked multi-grain bagel loaded with avocado and tomatoes served with cream cheese on the side, if you so desire.
Bagels and Beans Hilversum
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Filed under: Places to Eat on November 3rd, 2008 | 2 Comments »
Baking is an excellent therapy for the heart and soul. Really.
All worries and fears will simply melt away when you whip together this simple German Apple Cake.
Ah, once again, the Joy of Vegan Baking has stolen my heart… and my waistline
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Filed under: Food on October 17th, 2008 | 4 Comments »
A very rich and creamy risotto with a slight hint of lemon.
You will need these ingredients for a serving of 2.
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Filed under: Food on October 14th, 2008 | 2 Comments »
Thursday is “Girl’s Drinks Night” in Utrecht. It’s a thing me and a friend do about once a month to catch up and gossip. It also conveniently coincides with shopping night
Usually when we settle down into one of the many cafés along the canal, I don’t expect much to choose from on the menu. I usually have a choice between a boring salad or an uninspired pasta.
But Toque Toque knocked my socks off.
They offer a great choice for veggie’s and omni’s alike. They even have tofu on the menu, which is far and few between in the Netherlands. This place has a warm and slightly trendy ambiance: the perfect place for a meal, wine and plenty of GOSSIP!
Toque Toque
Oudegracht 138
3511 AZ Utrecht
tel: 030-2318787
www.toque.nl
Filed under: Places to Eat on October 3rd, 2008 | 1 Comment »
As you can tell by my posts recently, I’ve barely had time to eat at home.
Pomodori is a great little place in the centre of Baarn. With many delicious vegetarian choices on the menu: from soups to quiches to sandwiches that will make you want to lick your plate clean.
And the polenta? It’s to die for
Whenever I’m in Baarn, Pomodori ranks as one of my favourite places to go for lunch. Take a peek at their lunch menu.
Pomodori
Laandwarsstraat 15
3743 BS Baarn
Tel: 035-5414013
Filed under: Places to Eat on October 3rd, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Even though I’m a happy vegetarian on a bike, I so want one of these. They are cute, use no gas and have zero emissions.
http://www.greenecomobility.com/peapod
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Filed under: Websites and Books on October 2nd, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Stumbled upon this blog today featuring world vegetarian and vegan news:
veganworldwidenews.blogspot.com
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Filed under: Websites and Books on September 30th, 2008 | 2 Comments »
Knock the socks off of your dinner guests when you serve them this little treat. Luckily, it’s very easy to prepare.
Bake your favourite chocolate cake and let cool. Cut out circles with a cookie cutter or a glass. Place two on top of each other with a layer of frosting between. Top off the mini-cakes with another layer of frosting. Place a simple chocolate decoration on top and serve!
Easy eh?
(BTW: I used the chocolate cake and frosting recipe from the Joy of Vegan Baking)
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Filed under: Food on September 28th, 2008 | 3 Comments »
