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Ice Cream is My Kryptonite and I Love Peanut Butter Cup Perfection from Cold Stone Creamery

Ice Cream is My Kryptonite and I Love Peanut Butter Cup Perfection from Cold Stone Creamery

I have a weakness for ice cream. I don’t discriminate, though I gravitate toward chocolate and peanut butter-based flavors. Give me a solid chocolate and peanut butter combination I am hooked. My absolute favorite chain store ice cream is peanut butter cup perfection from Cold…

Vegan Breakfast (Tofu Scramble and VBLT) at Terra Cafe in Monroe, CT

Vegan Breakfast (Tofu Scramble and VBLT) at Terra Cafe in Monroe, CT

This local cafe has something for everyone– including a wide selection of vegan and gluten-free options. My favorite breakfast options are their Vegan BLT (House-made tempeh bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado, cashew mayo on a multigrain roll), the Scrambled Tofu Wrap (Seasoned scrambled tofu, house-made hummus,…

Caribbean Style Vegan Food from Shandal’s in Bridgeport, CT

Caribbean Style Vegan Food from Shandal’s in Bridgeport, CT

This is a fun little whole-in-the-wall vegan food done right with an amazing unique flavor experience! Matthew has been cooking up his original vegan recipes here for a loyal following for the last 18 years in Bridgeport, CT. There are 15 (or 16?) staple offerings.…

Trying Cookies (Chocolate Chunk/Sugar/Peanut Butter/Mint) from Insomnia Cookies

Trying Cookies (Chocolate Chunk/Sugar/Peanut Butter/Mint) from Insomnia Cookies

I’ve been wanting to try insomnia cookies for a while now and finally got my chance when I stumbled upon one of their locations in New Haven, CT. I went for the 6-pack sampler, so I could get a good sense of all their flavors.…

A Vegetarian Korean Rice Hotdog from Oh K-Dog in New Haven, CT

A Vegetarian Korean Rice Hotdog from Oh K-Dog in New Haven, CT

This chain has been as close (to me) as New York City for a while and hadn’t had a chance to check them out. I was happy to come across a location in New Haven, CT. I went for the potato mozzarella (they call it…

Impressive Vegan Dessert Selection from Edge of The Woods Market in New Haven, CT

Impressive Vegan Dessert Selection from Edge of The Woods Market in New Haven, CT

While not an ‘official’ designation, they claim to be the largest vegan bakery in Connecticut. No question, if not, they are close. They have an impressive and diverse selection of vegan options from cakes (carrot, chocolate, apple cinnamon, vanilla, maple raspberry, carnival, and strawberry coconut),…

Vegan Sando from Old Mill Market and Cafe in Redding, CT

Vegan Sando from Old Mill Market and Cafe in Redding, CT

This delicious breakfast sandwich is loaded with plant-based sausage, plant-based egg, and plant-based cheddar on local Fairfield Bread Company organic sourdough. It’s the perfect centerpiece of a vegan breakfast, it’s incredibly hearty and filling. Visit theoldmillmarket.com for the menu and hours. Follow them on Instagram…

Vegan Patties from Khemi’s Vegan Cuisine in Bridgeport, CT

Vegan Patties from Khemi’s Vegan Cuisine in Bridgeport, CT

Follow @khemis_vegan_cuisine on Instagram for daily location, hours, and menu/specials Khemi’s Vegan Food Truck is a regular for me. I love her beet burger, her soups, and these AMAZING vegan patties. This time I had the split pea, spicy pumpkin, and lentil vegan patties. I…

Black Bean Pumpkin Enchiladas with Guacamole from Zesto Market in Newtown, CT

Black Bean Pumpkin Enchiladas with Guacamole from Zesto Market in Newtown, CT

Follow them on Instagram @gozestomarket for specials and hours. I try to get to Zesto once a week because I LOVE everything they make, their positive energy, and the fact they have new things to try all of the time. These enchiladas were so delicious…

New Try – Zesto Market and Juicery (Newtown, CT)

New Try – Zesto Market and Juicery (Newtown, CT)

Follow them on Instagram (@gozestomarket) for current specials, hours, and availability. I was so excited to try this new market that opened about 20 minutes from me. The owners bring a level of passion and love to everything they make here and they really care…