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This father's day, share the gift of veganism with this awesome guide on to how to make a vegan barbeque for fathers day at kylinajordan.com Make sure to read it to see how easy it is to cook your BBQ favorites in a vegan version. 🍔🍔🍔🍔 #vegankitchen #veganfood #vegan #veganism #veganfortheanimals #plantbased #plantbaseddiet #beyondmeat #fathersday #bbq #barbeque #veganbarbecue (at Olympia, Washington)
New blog post up at kylinajordan.com all about how to make a vegan fathers's day barbeque. Make sure to read it to see how easy it is to cook your BBQ favorites in a vegan version. 🍔🍔🍔🍔 #vegankitchen #veganfood #vegan #veganism #veganfortheanimals #plantbased #plantbaseddiet #beyondmeat #fathersday #bbq #barbeque #veganbarbecue (at Olympia, Washington)
When I think of Father’s Day, I think of my father’s famous BBQ’s. He loves grilling meat on a grill, but ever since I’ve been vegan he’s been more open to grilling veggies as well. In fact, he has perfected the art of grilled broccoli, so much so that even my teenage step-brothers beg for seconds of his home-made barbecued broccoli. So, keep reading to discover his amazing recipe as well as find out how easy it is to put together a vegan barbecue for your father this Father’s Day.
The classic staple in any barbecue is the burger. And trust me, vegan burgers do not disappoint. In the words of my husband, the best vegan burger is by Beyond Meat. With 20 grams of protein, 25% of your daily intake of iron, zero cholesterol, and only 5 grams of saturated fat, this burger is beyond healthy but without all the fattiness and cholesterol of a normal beef burger. Beyond Meat keeps the whole experience of cooking burger as similar as possible, so they’ve worked very hard to create a burger that changes color as you cook it just like animal protein by using beets as one of the primary ingredients for the color and for its ability to “bleed”. The beets give the patty a red-meat appearance and provides the juice for it to cook just like a normal burger would normally cook in its own juices and fat. And, while your dad is cooking up these amazing burgers, you can easily prepare the toppings like lettuce, onions, tomatoes, pickles, etc.
Another thing you can easily throw on the grill are veggie kebabs. You can make these yourself, or you can buy them in the deli section at your local grocery store. Most kebabs come with pieces of meat stuck between pieces of bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and onions. However, you can ask the deli to prepare kebabs with only the veggies if they don’t have any prepared. You can just simply place them on the grill plain, or you can dress it up in a vinaigrette-based marinade. My two favorite marinades are by Lawry’s, which are cheap and found in most grocery stores, are Lawry’s Lemon Pepper Marinade and Lawry’s Teriyaki Marinade with Pineapple Juice.
Another delicious grilled veggie is corn. Grilled corn is one of my favorite barbeque essentials, plus corn is super affordable and in season during the summer. I like to top my grilled corn with vegan butter, sea salt, pepper, cilantro, lime, and a hint of cayenne. For non-vegans, you can even top it off with a little sour cream and shredded cheese.
Ingredients
1-2 large heads of broccoli
Worcestershire Sauce
Soy Sauce
Brown Sugar
Directions
Set oven to broil.
Cut off broccoli florets from the stem and rinse under clean water.
Make a little bowl out of tin foil and prepare sauce by mixing 1-part Worcestershire sauce, 1-part soy sauce, and 2 parts brown sugar in it.
Place sauce on top shelf of oven and broil until the brown sugar begins to bubble.
Take sauce out of oven and place broccoli florets into the tin foil bowl. Cover the bowl with more tin foil to have it fully encapsulated so the sauce can steam into the broccoli.
Place broccoli on the grill for about 15-20 minutes.
Take off the grill and enjoy.
I hope that this Father’s Day you can share and enjoy a vegan barbeque with your dad, grandpa, or any person who’s been a father figure in your life.
Vegan Father’s Day BBQ When I think of Father’s Day, I think of my father’s famous BBQ’s. He loves grilling meat on a grill, but ever since I’ve been vegan he’s been more open to grilling veggies as well.
With summer now here, I’m exchanging my winter boots for some sandals. One thing that most my vegan friends tell me is how hard it is to find good quality vegan shoes. Yes, you can technically find vegan shoes at places like H&M or Forever 21, but what they don’t show you is the unethical ways in which that shoe was made from the underage labor to the unsafe, toxic environmental damage that the materials impact water sources. So, beware of the true cost of cheap shoes. Instead, try investing in good quality shoes, which will be more expensive upfront, but will last you in the long haul, will be better for environment, and will provide a livable wage to whoever made them. So, keep reading to discovery some of the best companies in the business providing ethically made, sustainable vegan shoes.
This first company, Avesu is a vegan shoe company from Berlin, Germany. They have shipping to almost anywhere worldwide and all shoes and accessories are made from ethically sourced, environmentally friendly materials by workers who are treated fairly and with respect. What I like about this company is how transparent they are. Here are some facts about their workers in their Brazil factory: Location – Franca, São Paulo, Brazil, Production Volume – 50 pairs/week, 600 pairs/month, Factory Size – 11 employees, Working Hours – 7 am until 4.30 pm (including 1hour lunch break), Hours per week – 42.5 hours, Salary – 1.800 BRL/month (+ 275 BRL food bonus), Industry Standard Pay – 1.080 BRL/month. These simple facts go to show you how much their shoes are helping to pave the way for fair and respectful working conditions in factories. And on top of all of that, their shoes are amazing! They offer every type of style you can think of from high heels to hiking boots, to tennis shoes. And they have shoes for men, women, and children. These will be pricey upfront, but if you can spend over $100 on Nike shoes (which have very questionably unethical working conditions in their factories and unsustainable environmental waste from their materials), then these shoes will be a bargain for you in comparison without compromising the integrity of factory workers or without damaging the environment.
Check out these gorgeous Cleo wedges that are perfect for dressing up any occasion. They were originally $108, but right now they are on sale for $54. I own a pair of wedges that my mother-in-law (who is from Germany) bought from this company, and seven years later I still have them, and they are in fantastic condition. So, if you choose some of the classier styles, then these will last you a lifetime, which is an amazing bargain. Another style that is very fashionable now are espadrilles. I’ve seen many fashion bloggers on Instagram sporting the Chanel espadrilles, which look chic but are made with leather. Avesu offers quite a selection on a similar style that I think look just as cute.
These shoes are great for when it’s hot and humid outside because they are lightweight and breathable. If you are planning on travelling this summer, these shoes make excellent walking shoes for your travels. I love how you can also easily slip these on or off. And they have many more styles, prints, patterns available on their website too. And at $55, these are way more affordable than the $700 price tag on the Chanel espadrilles.
Shop Avesu for even more options.
My next recommendation is a website called Moo Shoes. This PETA-approved vegan company is focused on bringing vegan fashion to the mainstream. Once you start browsing this website you can see how trendy their shoes are. They offer a selection ranging from budget conscious quality to handmade designer brands. All of Moo Shoes’ products have been vetted to ensure they meet the standards of cruelty-free sourcing to fair and safe working conditions during production. I love their block heels, they have both low and higher heels for this style.
I love the Gwen sandal on the right. It has a texture that makes it almost look like it is made from leather. And the lower block heel on the left is more of my heel preference, which is great if you are travelling or planning to walk around a bunch for the day. But both these shoes are stylishly trendy and great options for summer nights out. The average price of shoes from here ranges from $90-$140. They offer excellent quality with some style.
Another style that is quite on trend at the moment are mules for summer. This is the Leone Mule from Matt and Nat and it’s simply gorgeous. I love love love the shiny, mirror reflection of the heel paired with the faux leather band of the mule. I can see this paired in so many ways, with jeans and a blazer, with shorts and a classic, fitted tee shirt, with a fun, floral dress, or with a bathing suit and cover. It’s definitely a statement piece, but they will dress up any outfit you can think of for summer. This pair costs $120, but you can trust the quality of Matt and Nat, they make some of the best (if not, the best) vegan shoes out there on the market.
Moo Shoes is located in New York and LA, but make sure to check out their website because they carry all types of shoes for women, children, and men that range from dress shoes, business shoes, boots, tennis shoes, heels, sandals, you name it.
Shop Moo Shoes for even more options.
This summer you can rock some serious kicks that are super cute, fashionable, ethically made, and vegan. Make sure to check theses websites out and show them some love. Shoes plus internet shopping, veganism has never been made easier!
Vegan Sandals for Summer. The best trends that are eco-friendly, conscientious towards factory workers and the environment. With summer now here, I’m exchanging my winter boots for some sandals. One thing that most my vegan friends tell me is how hard it is to find good quality vegan shoes.
New blog post up at kylinajordan.com all about where you can find and purchase vegan sandals for summer. They are super chic and made ecofriendly. 👠👡👠👡 #veganleather #vegan #veganism #ecofriendly #eco #plantbased #mindfulfashion #sandals #summervibes #summertime #summer (at Olympia, Washington)
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Natural, Organic, and Eco-Friendly Vegan Makeup Brands
Natural, Organic, and Eco-Friendly Vegan Makeup Brands
If you are new to being vegan, you might not know that a lot of makeup companies still test on animals. I honestly have no idea why animals need to be tested for mascaras and lipsticks. It seems a bit outdated to me. But, not to worry because more companies everyday are becoming cruelty-free and are making their ingredients vegan. So, I’ve compiled some of my favorite companies that are organic,…
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New blog post up at kylinajordan.com where I share with you my favorite vegan, natural, organic, ecofriendly makeup brands. 💅💄 I also included lists of vegan makeup available at places like the drugstore, @sephora and @ultabeauty #vegan #veganmakeup #naturalmakeup #natural #organic #organicskincare #eco #ecofriendly #veganism #plantbased #beauty #beautybloggers #makeup (at Lacey, Washington)
Mother's Day is just a week away. If you want to know how to make a special and easy vegan brunch for a mom or grandma in your life, check out my newest post on kylinajordan.com #vegankitchen #veganfood #vegan #veganism #brunch #mimosas #mothersday #momamddaughter #mom #grandma (at Olympia, Washington)
New blog post up at kylinajordan.com on how to make a vegan quiche for a mother's day brunch. #vegankitchen #veganfood #vegan #veganism #plantbased #plantbaseddiet #brunch #mimosas #momamddaughter #mothersday (at Olympia, Washington)
Vegan Mother's Day Brunch (including a Vegan Quiche Recipe)
Vegan Mother’s Day Brunch (including a Vegan Quiche Recipe)
One of the earliest memories I have of Mother’s Day was when I was a young girl and my siblings and I (with the help of my dad, of course) made my mom breakfast in bed. I think there is something so wonderful about cooking someone you love a special meal. And on Mother’s Day, I got to be the one who made her breakfast. There’s something distinct about feeding and taking care of the one who…
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New blog post is up at Kylinajordan.com where I share my Top 5 Travel Tips. Whether you are traveling in the US or abroad, these tips will help you plan your vacation and save money. ✈✈✈✈ #travel #travelblogger #travelling #traveltips #vacation #vacations #vacationtime #summer #summertime (at Olympia, Washington)
Top 5 Travel Tips
Top 5 Travel Tips to help you make the most of your summer vacation and help you save money.
As summer soon approaches, so do summer travel plans. Whether you are travelling stateside or planning to travel abroad, these tips will help you be prepared for your vacation.
Tip 1: For domestic flights, the best time to buy a ticket is six to eight weeks before the desired date of travel. And the best day to buy a ticket is on Tuesdays at 3pm. The reason for this, is airlines release their…
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New article up at kylinajordan.com on how to make your own all-natural cleaning products to kick-start your spring cleaning. Plus, plenty of tricks and cleaning tips too. #spring #springcleaning #diy #clean (at Olympia, Washington)
With every spring comes a wonderful sense of renewal, a new beginning from the drab of winter. And with each spring I like to do some very much needed cleaning. A few years ago, I watched a documentary called Chemerical, which goes into detail on the toxins used in commercial cleaning products. What I discovered from this was how unsafe many of these chemicals can be for the environment and bad for your health, your skin, your children, and your pets if they should be exposed to them. Not only can some of these chemicals be toxic, they can also have high risks such as causing cancer. So, if making all-natural, eco and budget friendly cleaning products sounds like the best way to refresh, clean, disinfectant, and deodorize your home this spring, then keep reading to find out how to make them. Plus, stay tuned to the end to discover cleaning tips and tricks to get out those stubborn, tricky stains.
These next three items are going to be your new best friends. The first item is vinegar. Distilled white vinegar kills micro-organisms, works as an effective disinfectant and deodorizer, plus it’s safe and non-toxic for you and the environment. It also works as a natural bug repellent. And don’t worry about that vinegar smell since it becomes odorless once it is dry. A huge gallon of this only costs a few dollars and lasts for about six months to a year. The second item is Melaleuca oil otherwise known as tea tree oil. This essential oil is very effective as an anti-bacterial, anti-infectious, anti-viral, anti-fungal, and anti-microbial. And the third item that’s an excellent natural cleaner is baking soda. It is anti-bacterial and works well as a deodorizer and mild abrasive.
Now that you know of these natural products, here is a recipe to make your own natural cleaners to use around your house.
All Purpose Cleaner
In a bowl add:
¼ – ½ cup of distilled white vinegar
15-20 drops of tea tree oil
Enough water to fill a spray bottle
Pour cleaner into a spray bottle (you can find a cheap one at the Dollar Store or Target). For long term storage you will ideally want to use a glass or aluminum bottle due to the acid content of the vinegar. This cleaner works great to clean surfaces, clean messes, or for dusting surfaces. However, do not use this cleaner on granite or marble since the vinegar will erode the stone’s finish.
If you have a small child with plenty of toys, or a dog or two with toys that easily become dirty, a great thing to use after a simple rinse is a disinfectant to kill all microbials and germs lingering on the surface.
Natural Disinfecting Spray
In a small spray bottle (can be found at Dollar Store or Target), add 20 drops of tea tree oil to water. Feel free to add any other essential oil drops like lemon or lavender to leave a nice smell behind.
Here are a few tips and tricks to clean pesky appliances using these magical, natural ingredients.
Tip 1: To clean hard water buildup in your coffee maker, make a solution of ½ water and ½ vinegar and run that through your coffee maker. Then after that has ran through, run your coffee machine with just water twice to rinse out the vinegar. This will help your coffee taste richer and fuller as well clean out an appliance often neglected.
Tip 2: To clean dirt and food buildup inside your microwave put ½ cup of vinegar into a bowl of water. Place bowl inside microwave and run it for three minutes. This will create a steam that will loosen caked on food and allow you to easily wipe off with a sponge.
Tip 3: To unclog and freshen your drain, fill your sink (or tub) with water about halfway (about ¼ way for a tub) and use ½ cup of baking soda and a cup of vinegar (2 cups baking soda and 4 cups of vinegar for a tub) into the sink. Let this soak for a few minutes, then unplug the sink (or tub) and let the solution drain. This will remove the buildup that accumulates on your pipes and it will also leave your disposal smelling fresh.
Tip 4: To remove caked on food buildup in your oven, combine ¼ cup of baking soda with 2 cups of water. Apply mixture on tough spots and let it sit for 20-40 minutes. For cleaning the oven door, leave the door open so the mixture can stay put on it. Then, wipe clean with little scrubbing effort.
I hope these all-natural products and cleaning tricks and tips help you this spring and will be of further use to you in the future. If you are further interested in natural cleaners, essential oils as cleaners, and the toxins in commercial cleaning products, I’ve provided links below.
Documentary on chemicals in cleaning products Chemerical (streaming on netflix) http://www.chemicalnation.com/content/
More information on chemicals in cleaning products and your health http://www.greencleancertified.com/gr…
Vinegar as a cleaning agent http://greencleaning.about.com/od/Gre…
Research on effectiveness of Melaleuca aka tea tree oil http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/artic…
Antibacterial properties of essential oils http://www.sustainablebabysteps.com/a…
All-Natural DIY Cleaning Products + Easy Cleaning Hacks With every spring comes a wonderful sense of renewal, a new beginning from the drab of winter.