Food Find: PipCorn

March 16, 2017 by Dawn van Hoegaerden in Food Finds, Vegan

Mini popcorn with mighty flavor.

Thai of a Different Stripe

March 13, 2017 by Dawn van Hoegaerden in Food Finds, Asian

Level up from your average takeout Thai at an easy to pass by spot amid the hubbub of downtown San Francisco.

B Patisserie Gets an A+

March 13, 2017 by Dawn van Hoegaerden in Food Finds, Travel

Rarely have I been so overwhelmed by a display of baked goods. I have a decent sweet tooth, but am definitely more of a savory gal. However, everything here just looked so good. My eyes were jumping from item to item in the case. I knew a to-go box was in my future, no matter how awkward it would make the plane ride home.

Food Find: Roots Mango Sriracha Hummus

February 16, 2016 by Dawn van Hoegaerden in Vegan, Food Finds

We all know that hummus is a vegan staple. In my quest to sustain my VB6 practice past January, I am always looking for satisfying snacks that will quell the thundering rumble in my belly at about 3:30 each day. It's a brutal time when dinner, and the promise of meat and dairy, seems like a very distant possibility.

I love hummus as much as the next guy, but even I can tire of it. That's why I was delighted to discover Roots. This Asheville, NC company makes hummus that's of homemade quality, with flavors you would never bother to make at home. I have been a devotee of the original flavor for several years, but last week I tried the Mango Sriracha for the first time. Cue choir. It is sooo good. Just spicy enough with a little sweet mango finish. I enjoy it with carrots, but I'm sure it's equally delightful with pita chips or cucumber slices.

It's available at Whole Foods stores nationwide.