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My latest dessert selection from Three Girls Vegan Downtown did not disappoint. It is included the best cinnamon roll I’ve ever had (vegan or not), a lovely sugar cookie, a funfetti donut, a sweet potato crumb cake, and one of the best cookies I’ve ever …
My (picky) kids love cookies. When I can give them a cookie that is made with care and love and quality ingredients and not mass-produced, that is a big win! I like these too, they are flavorful (and a nice filling snack). They also do …
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 Stone Creamery, using their massive cone as a spoon (because, why not?). This is so rich and creamy with the streams of peanut butter through it – it lives up to its name! There is nothing healthy about this, but on occasion, it’s important to indulge and treat ourselves. I find moderation works long-term over trying to eliminate things like these.
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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. …
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), …
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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 about YOUR health. You are engulfed in positive energy the second you walk in the front door. On my first trip, I tried a LOT… including a chocolate almond smoothie, the cowboy chili, Mexican lasagna, garlic knots, roasted vegetables, and several brownies and pecan pie bars. Everything was delicious and nutritious. I am excited that they plan to add a lot of variety to their menu, which will make it easier to come back here again and again!
Self-control and moderation are important cornerstones of any long-term diet or meal plan. While I have yet to master it (and am far from it), I believe in healthy alternatives and moderation over elimination. After a good wake, I treated myself to two half cookies …