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January 1, 2014

Three-Year Anniversary and a Giveaway! [closed]

Three-Year Anniversary and a Giveaway! this Recipe

I can’t believe it’s been three years since I hit publish on my first post. When we first started this blog back in 2011, I had no real goal or agenda in mind—I just thought it would be fun to cook vegan food and write about it. And it instantly became an unexpected creative opportunity for my husband, Jeff, to pick up his camera on a regular basis and experiment with and develop his food photography.

At every step—from doodling ideas, to executing recipes and plating them, to washing dirty dishes after a shoot—this blog has always been something that’s purely fun to do, so it’s never felt like a chore or work.

But this blog wouldn’t really exist without an audience, so I can’t express enough how overjoyed I am when I get comments or other feedback about a specific recipe or technique that’s been tried here, or seeing page hits grow from month to month. I love connecting with other vegan and veg-curious folks, and this format is a beautifully perfect way to do that. So, thank you, dear reader, for visiting and returning to this site—it makes my heart swell to know that you like what we love to create!

With the three-year anniversary of this blog and cranking out more than 250 posts, I thought I’d use this milestone to ask you: what would you like to see more of on Olives for Dinner in 2014?

Great Chefs Cook Vegan

To thank you for your feedback, I’ve decided to hold a giveaway of one of my favorite cookbooks, Great Chefs Cook Vegan. This large-sized, softcover cookbook holds a staggering array of gorgeous food porn photographed by Linda Long, accompanied with recipes designed by more than 20 well-known chefs like Marcus Samuelsson, Thomas Keller and Eric Ripert. Everything inside is plated and arranged beautifully, with an emphasis on fresh produce and intriguing techniques, making it an inspiring resource for any home cook.

To be entered into the giveaway for a chance to win a copy of Great Chefs Cook Vegan, just leave in the comments section below what you’d like to see more of on the blog this year, and/or what kinds of things keep you interested in returning to Olives for Dinner or recommending it to someone else. You can also contact me at erinwyso [at] olivesfordinner [dot] com if you want (you’ll still be eligible for the giveaway).

On January 12, I’ll randomly pick a winner. Please leave your email or some way to contact you in your comment in case your name is drawn. Thank you kindly for visiting this space and for your honest feedback!

The winner of this giveaway is Amanda — congrats!

Many thanks to everyone who so kindly responded to this post with a comment! I will implement the feedback this year, and look forward to doing so. I really appreciate the honesty and new perspective that your comments provided, and am touched that you took the time to write. Happy 2014 and thank you again for visiting this space! xo

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  1. Dana says

    January 1, 2014 at 2:45 pm

    I can only suggest that I would love to see MORE of the same beautiful & tasty dishes I've enjoyed so much since I found your blog.
    emailmoya@gmail.com

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  2. Kat Bell says

    January 1, 2014 at 2:48 pm

    New to the site, and first time delurking enough to leave a comment. Personally, my house eats tofu like it's going to be taken away from us. I would love to see some new quick tofu recipes.

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    • erinwyso says

      January 2, 2014 at 2:09 pm

      Thanks Kat — stay tuned for a quick and easy tofu tutorial later this month!

      Reply
  3. Nadia Cooper says

    January 1, 2014 at 3:09 pm

    WOOO HOOO!!! Congratulations on your 3 year anniversary, that's great! What keeps me interested and coming back to your site are how beautiful all your pictures are and how it truly evokes the chef in me. I love cooking and would rather walk into a kitchen store than go clothes shopping so seeing all your beautiful photograph and then tasting how delicious they turn out is really nice. We eat with our eyes first my mom always taught me, so visual appeal is the first step in getting those taste buds going. Thanks for the great recipes, keep up the beautiful and tasty work in 2014!!

    Nadia

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  4. Tina says

    January 1, 2014 at 3:32 pm

    I think your blog is perfect just the way it is! Thanks for sharing such unique and delicious recipes 🙂

    Reply
  5. kiwimiri says

    January 1, 2014 at 4:18 pm

    Hey there! I first found your website because I was looking for a vegan palak paneer recipe. It is still one of my favourites and I keep coming back here whenever I want to cook a treat for myself that feeds stomach, eyes and soul.
    I crave Indian food, but I also very much enjoy your desserts. More of those, please!
    All the best for 2014!
    Miriam (kiwimiri@yahoo.de)

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  6. Terri says

    January 1, 2014 at 4:20 pm

    Beautiful blog. I take my lunch to work every day, so always looking for soup and sandwich recipes! Thank you.

    terri.negrelli@yahoo.com

    Reply
  7. Caitlin says

    January 1, 2014 at 4:32 pm

    happy three year anniversary! i love this gorgeous blog of yours and all of your innovative creations and beautiful photography!

    Reply
  8. Stacy S. says

    January 1, 2014 at 4:33 pm

    I think your blog is great! 🙂 I am going to try making the Oyster Mushroom Wonton Soup with Wilted Kale soon.

    I guess quick and easy recipes always are a plus on vegan blogs for me. 🙂 Those and tofu recipes. I love tofu and am always in search of new ways to prepare it. 🙂

    Stacy (staczys@gmail.com)

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  9. Cadry's Kitchen says

    January 1, 2014 at 4:36 pm

    Congratulations on three years!! You should be so proud, Erin. You and Jeff have made something really special with Olives for Dinner.

    I'd say the only thing I'd like to see more of is that I'd like to hear more about you and Jeff in the posts. I'd like to know what you're doing or what's going on in your lives in addition to the mouthwatering recipes and gorgeous photos.

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  10. Lisa says

    January 1, 2014 at 4:59 pm

    I would agree with some of the previous posters — keep blogging about tasty food and accompanying them with Jeff's stellar pictures! We really enjoy reading your blog and look forward to reading new posts in 2014!

    Reply
  11. Katja says

    January 1, 2014 at 5:14 pm

    Congratulations! Your blog is great and your cooking is real Art! Looking forward reading it & watching beaitiful photos & using fantastic recepies? Katja

    Reply
  12. Anne says

    January 1, 2014 at 5:34 pm

    I love your blog – great food and great photography! I would love to see more recipes that usually require dairy and/or eggs, using some of the many replacements. I love your creme brulee recipe and would love more like this (mexican flan, for instance?). Thanks for your great work!

    Reply
  13. kelly g. says

    January 1, 2014 at 5:34 pm

    Happy blogoversary! More recipes are always a good thing! 😉

    Reply
  14. Paula Taylor says

    January 1, 2014 at 5:58 pm

    We have enjoyed quite a few of your main courses, the Mushroom Wellington was our Christmas Dinner and the Cauliflower Steaks have become a favourite meal, just enjoyed it for our New Years Day, so more of that and we have also loved the Asian style cooking. Thank you for your recipes and the beautiful photos. Paula and Steve ptwig133@gmail.com

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    • erinwyso says

      January 2, 2014 at 2:14 pm

      I am so thrilled you made the Wellington for your holiday dinner, and that you like the cauliflower steaks!

      Reply
    • Thisby says

      January 3, 2014 at 1:20 am

      My sister made the Wellington for me for Thanksgiving this year. It was soooo good that she and my husband were upset that they didn't have that instead of the turkey. I wish they had the Wellington instead, too! They'll learn! :o)

      Reply
  15. sandy z says

    January 1, 2014 at 6:03 pm

    Happy Anniversary and Happy New Year! I have to agree with the above posts…..more recipes and beautiful photos. More and more of my family are becoming Vegetarian or Vegan, some of them Gluten Free, one of them Raw-so keep the great food coming. Thank You. sandz4321@hotmail.com

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  16. taytay says

    January 1, 2014 at 6:07 pm

    I love your blog! I'm a soup fanatic in the winter and am always looking for new recipes. Happy new year! 🙂

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    • taytay says

      January 2, 2014 at 1:46 pm

      Oops forgot to leave my email: tdaras@hotmail.com

      Reply
  17. Genevieve Belanger says

    January 1, 2014 at 6:34 pm

    You are part of my vegan support system! So glad that there are other vegan foodies like my husband and I. Thank you for your passion and gorgeous pictures. Love the recommendations as well! Happy new year!
    Genevieve

    g3gars@gmail.com

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    • erinwyso says

      January 2, 2014 at 2:15 pm

      I love to hear that, thank you!

      Reply
  18. Basil says

    January 1, 2014 at 6:43 pm

    This is easily one of my favourite blogs… just want more tasty, creative recipes!

    Reply
  19. Mary says

    January 1, 2014 at 6:45 pm

    Happy New Year!
    To be honest, I haven't made a lot of your recipes, but I absolutely love your photos. They are just beautiful and present vegan food in a wonderful way.

    Reply
  20. vega pinto says

    January 1, 2014 at 7:14 pm

    I think your blog is great as-is! I'm always looking for recipes that use up my pantry staples: canned beans, canned tomatoes, dried beans, pastas, and recipes that can use up my frozen veggies.

    Reply
  21. Shannon says

    January 1, 2014 at 7:32 pm

    I love your blog. Keep up the amazing work! I would love to see more of your vegan cheese recipes.

    Reply
  22. Kelly says

    January 1, 2014 at 8:21 pm

    I love your food photography and use of unique but not too hard to find ingredients. I'd like to see more recipes that are easy enough to make on a weeknight after work.
    kellybevisATgmailDOTcom

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  23. Erika says

    January 1, 2014 at 5:39 pm

    Wow! Three years is a huge milestone! I personally would love to see more breakfast foods like how can we make a vegan omelette? 🙂 Erika Eeeasm@aol.com

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    • erinwyso says

      January 2, 2014 at 2:13 pm

      I have been working on a vegan omelette, but it's not quite right … *yet* — the closest I've gotten are with these crepes and panisse. I'll plan to work more on that this year!

      https://olivesfordinner.com/2013/02/coconut-chickpea-crepes-with-smoky.html

      https://olivesfordinner.com/2013/09/panisse-with-garlic-ginger-sauce.html

      Reply
  24. Dara says

    January 1, 2014 at 5:53 pm

    Congrats on the blog anniversary! It's the recipes that made me a subscriber and will keep me coming back this year.

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  25. Anne says

    January 1, 2014 at 11:46 pm

    I would love to see more simply prepared, beautiful meals (which you already have, just more of the same I guess!)

    Reply
  26. Wellsbones says

    January 2, 2014 at 12:03 am

    Love your blog and all the recipes! Waiting for more in 2014!

    Reply
  27. Samantha Nelson says

    January 2, 2014 at 12:53 am

    I'll second the vote for more savory breakfast/brunch recipes. I though I'd never enjoy breakfast again after learning I was allergic to eggs. But I'm quickly learning that I'm much better off without them in more ways than one 😉

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  28. punkrockmartha says

    January 2, 2014 at 2:13 am

    i love so many of your recipes, but especially the main dishes. thank you!

    Reply
  29. Randi (laughfrodisiac) says

    January 2, 2014 at 2:34 am

    Congrats! I just want more of the same! Maybe more pictures and more stories?

    Reply
  30. sarahhhhhh says

    January 2, 2014 at 3:19 am

    anything and everything brunch!

    Reply
  31. Anonymous says

    January 2, 2014 at 4:49 am

    Yum!! I would like to see more experiments with tofu, jackfruit and TVP! Yay!

    Reply
  32. Ren Jender says

    January 2, 2014 at 12:34 am

    Love the blog and would especially like to see more vegan cheese recipes in 2014.

    Reply
  33. Vegyogini says

    January 2, 2014 at 6:51 am

    Thank you for the giveaway and happy anniversary! I'd love to see more recipes, period. I trust your creativity and inspiration and don't have a preference for which types of recipes.

    Reply
  34. Johanna says

    January 2, 2014 at 9:41 am

    I guess I would like to see easy dinner party menus. They don't have to be too easy, but I'm going to have a party, I might not be able to manage the sriracha caviar. Cheers. johanna@woodbury.org

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  35. Gregory Preston says

    January 2, 2014 at 10:44 am

    You and your husband do an excellent job. What I am constantly in search of is very high quality restaurant meals that have been converted to use only vegan ingredients. gregorypreston55@gmail.com

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  36. farmersmarketvegan says

    January 2, 2014 at 2:22 pm

    Olives for Dinner keeps me coming back with innovative recipes that are usually animal-based, such as caviar and scallopts. Keep up the great work! ali.seiter@gmail.com

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  37. Barb says

    January 2, 2014 at 2:54 pm

    I love your side dishes ~ more of those, please! And also, I know it's called Olives for Dinner, but more breakfast dishes would be delightful. And just for fun…how about trying new regional cuisines…I'd love to see you take on vegan Greek or South American foods! You are such a great cook and I love your posts. Have made several of your dishes. Many thanks. Cheers!

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  38. Michelle says

    January 2, 2014 at 2:58 pm

    I don't have any suggestions for changes. I think your recipes are great and your photos are wonderful. Thanks for continuing to share! mcutler@cox.net

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  39. Shadow says

    January 2, 2014 at 3:31 pm

    I'd live to see more tempeh recipes. I always find it difficult to do well, but love good tempeh dishes.

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  40. acookinthemaking says

    January 2, 2014 at 3:39 pm

    Happy new year!! My favorite thing about your blog is the beautiful photography and the incredibly artistic plating/styling of the recipes. I think a lot of blogs have great photos but yours really stands out. I also like the interesting and advanced techniques you employ in cooking and I'd love to learn more about them. It helps me improve my own cooking! Thanks for your awesome blog–I'm excited to read more from you in 2014!

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  41. Lan | MoreStomach says

    January 2, 2014 at 4:00 pm

    happy blog anniversary!
    i especially love the dishes that feature dairy/cheese alternatives and the asian inspired ones.

    Reply
  42. Hardy Party says

    January 2, 2014 at 4:29 pm

    Happy New Year! I love your blog, but I'm with Miss Violet. I'd like to see more simple cooking.

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  43. Hardy Party says

    January 2, 2014 at 4:31 pm

    Happy New Year! I love your blog, but I think more simple dishes would be good. I love the dinner party idea too.

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  44. Glo says

    January 2, 2014 at 4:47 pm

    Happy New Year! I keep visiting your blog because I never know what yummy awaits me. I like to use seasonal produce and fix meals that "fit the season". I'd love to win this cookbook – it's looks intriguing.

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  45. Ben says

    January 2, 2014 at 4:51 pm

    I would love to hear more about vegan eats in and around Boston/New England. But other than that, excellent blog!

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  46. Yodamom says

    January 2, 2014 at 4:57 pm

    First I love your blog, the recipes are always a delight and the photos are mouth watering. I would love to see more grill/open fire techniques. I really like to cook in my outdoor kitchen as much as possible and need some inspiration.

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    • erinwyso says

      January 2, 2014 at 9:22 pm

      eeek! I may need to swap roles with my husband for that! : )

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  47. Abby Bean says

    January 2, 2014 at 5:04 pm

    Congratulations! I love your recipes, but it would also be great to hear more about your local restaurants. I've never been to Boston and, since I'm assuming you don't run a meals-included B&B, I'm always interested in reasons to visit in and around the country (and beyond).

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  48. Mindy Howell says

    January 2, 2014 at 5:04 pm

    Happy New Year and Happy Blogaversary! Love your blog! I love to cook for guests and go all out, but I would love to get creative ideas on quick ideas for lunches. I too often resort to store bought items for lunch as I'm uninspired by lunch fare. Keep up your great work!

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  49. Why I am. says

    January 2, 2014 at 12:30 pm

    The photos draw me in, the recipes keep me coming back for more! I've shared this site with professional chefs in my life to show them how high end and delicious vegan can be! All best in the year ahead, and looking forward 🙂

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    • erinwyso says

      January 2, 2014 at 2:22 pm

      Thank you so much for sharing!

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    • Why I am. says

      January 2, 2014 at 3:17 pm

      *bows*

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  50. Anu says

    January 2, 2014 at 7:49 pm

    I'd love to see more raw vegan dishes. trying to eat more raw food

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  51. Sheila Tajima says

    January 2, 2014 at 7:54 pm

    Congratulations on your Third Year Anniversary! Your recipes are wonderful and your hubby's photos are beautiful. I'd love to see you veganize more dim sum like the shumai you've made in the past. Here's to another 20 more years!

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  52. Miss Violet Love says

    January 2, 2014 at 4:04 pm

    I'd like to see more simple recipes. Although, your ideas are beautiful and super delicious looking…some seem a bit extravagant for everyday. On the same note, it doesn't stop me from coming back and scrolling through the food porn ; )

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  53. Sasha Black says

    January 2, 2014 at 9:53 pm

    I stumbled across your blog and have cooked some good things ( i think!), I would like to see more use of a variety of veggies perhaps squash, beets, cauliflower ( I know you have done these as I made your cauliflower and cashew cream soup and it was great)

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  54. Magic and Mayhem says

    January 2, 2014 at 5:01 pm

    I'm always looking for more gluten free vegan meals. I'd also love to see some recipes that feature wild edibles. Our family started learning about foraging last year and we had such fun with it. It's a really addictive way to get fresh, healthy, organic, nutrient-rich foods and to discover amazing new tastes. Did you know you can make milkweed "poppers" when the pods are tiny, and the insides are like melted cheese? The outside part tastes a bit like okra, and we breaded and sauteed them with garlic in olive oil. Cattail shoots are crazy good sauteed in margarine (you can only get those in the spring when they're new and tender), you can use cattail pollen in flour mixtures (it's gorgeous bright yellow, full of vitamins and really high in omega 3's) and I think there is no better tasting flour on earth than acorn flour (it smells so distinct and amazing, we have made acorn flour muffins every fall for years). I have some wild edible recipes pinned here http://www.pinterest.com/magicandmayhem/wild-edibles/ but I'm always looking for more. It can be really hard to find things to do with these tasty things once we find them, other than a few wonderful cookbooks that feature wild edibles (though they generally require lots of alteration to veganize them). We've found some really wonderful recipes (like dandelion syrup tastes rich and sweet and similar to honey, but it's a vegan alternative AND it's full of vitamins) and we've developed lots of our own to make use of things like mulberries, crab apples and purslane. "Wildman" Steve Brill, the foraging expert, is vegan and he has a vegan foraging and cookbook app I think, but I'd love to see foraging foods treated in a really opulent style. It's an odd request but I thought I'd throw it out there! 🙂
    ~Alicia

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    • erinwyso says

      January 2, 2014 at 9:26 pm

      This is very interesting! Where do you live to be around such fabulous things? I am following your pinterest board to see what else pops up — thank you!

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  55. Anonymous says

    January 2, 2014 at 10:57 pm

    Well done! I found you by trying to find vegan food that is a step beyond the stand fare, and your recipes are always that. I also love the feel of your website. Beautiful and lush like the food you make. I was absolutely fascinated when you made the "fish" roe.

    My wish for you to turn your exacting food talents upon in 2014 would be embracing a variety of vegetables in your recipes and see what magic you produce. No matter how you guide your vision I am certain the results will outstanding. It will be fun to see what you select do in 2014.

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    • Anonymous says

      January 3, 2014 at 1:10 pm

      I forgot to sign my name. Deonne

      P.s. It fun seeing your cat! 🙂

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  56. Carolyn Gonzalez says

    January 2, 2014 at 11:39 pm

    I would love to see some dessert options. I am going vegetarian/vegan and need all the help I can get.

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  57. Thisby says

    January 3, 2014 at 1:28 am

    Congrats on 3 years of sharing delicious food, ideas, and your heart with your fans! Your blog is by far my favorite blog, vegan or otherwise. I go to your site first to find inspiring recipes and see glorious pictures of your creations. My dream would be for a faux smoked salmon. Outside of that, I love handheld foods like samosas, calzones, sandwiches, etc. I clicked to send follow up comments to my email account, so if I win, can you reply to my comment here? Thanks!

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  58. pattk1220 says

    January 3, 2014 at 1:40 am

    Happy Anniversary! I would love to see anything as wonderful and creative as your Hearts of Palm Crab Cakes. Looking forward to your 2014 posts!

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  59. Ashley says

    January 3, 2014 at 2:11 am

    I love your savory dishes and main entree recipes! Congrats on the anniversary and thanks for the giveaway!

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  60. Shadiddy says

    January 3, 2014 at 3:17 am

    Vegan cheese is always welcome 😀

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  61. Jennifer says

    January 3, 2014 at 4:08 am

    I already love your blog and would continue reading it regardless, but since you're asking, I really need good sauce recipes. The kind that can be used on lots of different "bowls". Like something that can go on rice and broccoli just as well as beans and quinoa.
    Thank you for all you do!

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  62. susan says

    January 3, 2014 at 2:57 am

    The beautiful,healthy looking meals!I'd also like to see some time saving recipes.Something that is quick,healthy and good always makes me return to that recipe over and over.

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  63. Vegan in Boston says

    January 3, 2014 at 1:27 pm

    Creativity – that's what I see when I read your blog. I love that it gets sent straight to my email to review when there is a new post. I haven't been following for the whole three years, maybe a year or so, so I am sorry if I missed it – but what is your inspiration? I just can't imagine being able to throw together such good things straight from my own mind! While I have read some of the comments above, and there are so many good ideas, you live in the same area as me and I love when you note where you got certain ingredients so those local can find them too! That said, the omelet idea above is great as I have not been able to make my own from home and the sauce idea directly above is great too. Sauces make the meal go round in my book!!

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  64. bldrnrpdx says

    January 3, 2014 at 5:17 pm

    Breakfasts and desserts, please!

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  65. Sanni says

    January 3, 2014 at 5:45 pm

    Raw and gluten free recipes. Thanks

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    • erinwyso says

      January 3, 2014 at 6:44 pm

      Stay tuned for a gluten-free recipe (cupcakes!) and cookbook giveaway later this month, Sanni!

      Reply
  66. Morgiana says

    January 3, 2014 at 6:34 pm

    Congratulations to the 3rd Anniversary first!:)
    I'd like to read about breajfasts and quick meals I could make after a busy day.
    Thanjs!

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  67. rebeccaarielle says

    January 4, 2014 at 12:22 am

    I love how fun and creative your recipes are! I'm always telling someone about one recipe or another from your site.

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    • erinwyso says

      January 4, 2014 at 2:23 pm

      Thank you rebecca!

      Reply
  68. Leila A. Fortier says

    January 4, 2014 at 3:22 am

    Happy three year anniversary! Wow! Time flies! As you know, I so admire your approach to vegan cuisine for its artistry and flavor. Through your delicacies I have been able to move closer and closer to full vegan. As you know, cheese is my one weakness, so I have really enjoyed experimenting with your different vegan cheeses and creamy coconut and cashew sauces. I never feel deprived when indulging in your recipes, on the contrary, it always feels decadent! As for ideas, I really had to wrack my brain because I love that you experiment so much with ethnic recipes from around the world and of course, your beautiful presentations. The only things I can think of would be a form of a quiche, fresh baked breads, and a vegan version of a beef stroganoff. I have a vegetarian version I have made for years, but would like to find a way to make it without the sour cream. So looking forward to all your creative experimentations for 2014!

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    • erinwyso says

      January 5, 2014 at 7:37 pm

      Thank you so much, Leila! I've put these all on the "to do" list for 2014!

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  69. Annette&Bob says

    January 4, 2014 at 4:26 pm

    Happy Anniversary! I have loved following you and I look forward to spending time with you in 2014!

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  70. Jess says

    January 5, 2014 at 3:38 am

    I love your blog! Thank you for sharing three years' worth of delicious recipes. I'd love some new savory breakfast ideas (preferably quick or easy to prepare in advance, because I am lazy in the mornings), but I look forward to anything and everything you choose to share with us.

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  71. Monica says

    January 5, 2014 at 3:39 am

    Lover your site. I would like raw recipes

    Reply
  72. Julie Lingerfelt says

    January 5, 2014 at 3:20 pm

    I love your blog. I am always looking for recipes with little or no oil.

    email: julielingerfelt@gmail.com

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  73. Michelle Thiele says

    January 5, 2014 at 3:46 pm

    Congratulations on three years! I love your recipes and photos, would love to see more vegetable side dishes. Thanks!

    michellestinykitchen at gmail dot com

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  74. Cole Sarar says

    January 5, 2014 at 3:48 pm

    I love your photography and the beauty of the dishes you create, honestly. It inspires me to cook, even if it's not always the same dish as the recipe. I'd love to see a truffle recipe (mushroom, not chocolate)- I love experimenting with ingredients I've never tried before.

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    • erinwyso says

      January 5, 2014 at 7:38 pm

      That's so nice to hear, thank you Cole!

      Reply
  75. Sara says

    January 6, 2014 at 2:16 am

    I haven't that much success with soy curls, so I'm excited to see more unique preparations like this one. Maybe I'll find something that works for me. samsara@gmail.com

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  76. Sarah Goblot says

    January 6, 2014 at 2:58 am

    I love your creativity and simplicity. 🙂

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  77. Simona Cat says

    January 6, 2014 at 12:30 pm

    Happy anniversary! I already love most of the posts on your fantastic blog, just keep up the good work and post lots of delicious wholesome dishes!

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  78. janet @ the taste space says

    January 6, 2014 at 1:17 pm

    Keep on keeping on! Keep doing what you love best.. and that is all. 🙂

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  79. Anonymous says

    January 6, 2014 at 4:06 pm

    You guys are my favourite vegan blog. I love your innovative and risqué flavour combinations and your use of innovative techniques (and the most beautiful photos). Would love to see more gluten free meals and more Asian inspired cookery. In short, keep up the good work!

    chely at pepitajobo at icloud dot com

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  80. JeanECS says

    January 6, 2014 at 6:13 pm

    Congratulations on your three year anniversary. I love your blog, and love the photos.

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  81. maureen says

    January 6, 2014 at 8:32 pm

    I would like to see more photos of the food as it is being made so I can get an idea of what it is suppose to look like along the way. I find that very helpful! I love your spicy and flavorful dishes. Especially my husband! Happy and Healthy New Year to you!
    Maureen

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  82. veganmiam.com says

    January 6, 2014 at 8:41 pm

    Happy 3-Year Anniversary! I would love to see more Asian appetizers on Olives for Dinner or perhaps using the most bizarre ingredients 🙂

    Reply
  83. Anonymous says

    January 6, 2014 at 9:34 pm

    Congratulations on three years of an most excellent blog! I love healthy salads and since I eat quite a few I need creative variations! Keep it up!

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  84. Kate S. says

    January 7, 2014 at 12:15 am

    Please just keep up the wonderful recipes & stories!

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  85. ♡♥♬ Carolsue ♡♥♬ says

    January 7, 2014 at 2:32 am

    You have most everything I could think of to mention. Maybe have some more vegan/vegetarian recipes categorized as strictly ethnic? Mexican, Indian, etc.
    Digicats {at} Sbcglobal {dot} Net

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  86. suzi says

    January 7, 2014 at 3:19 pm

    i just discovered you this morning and i like what i see!!! cant wait to try some of your genius recipes and perhaps use these in my classes on vegan cooking! thanks for doing such great work and inspiring so many : )

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  87. Jet says

    January 7, 2014 at 5:37 pm

    Keep on keeping on 🙂

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  88. Anonymous says

    January 7, 2014 at 7:48 pm

    I am a huge fan of breakfast food of any sort–and peanut butter!

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  89. Judith Stewart says

    January 7, 2014 at 9:02 pm

    More veegan cheezy stuff

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  90. Yvonne van de Water says

    January 7, 2014 at 11:09 pm

    I've come here these past three years because each time I know I will be pleasantly surprised by the originality of your recipes. You work with ingredients to obtain a chemistry between them that few people would have thought of and yet the result of the prepared dish is so very understandable to create such good flavours (if I could explain myself in my native language (I live in the Netherlands) I could write it down a lot better than this).
    Your recipes are sometimes exotic, using ingredients that not everybody can buy in their neighborhood (for me: coconut vinegar, soy curls, Earth Balance, …) and sometimes elaborate and better to be made when dinner doesn't have to be on the table in twenty minutes.
    If I really should think of anything I would like to see more on this beautiful blog, I would say some delicious pastry, or something like English scones or delicate cookies (not american 'chewy peanut butter cookie' – type) – but this is just because I have a sweet tooth and I know that you don't (suffer from this sometimes difficult thing).
    But, as I already said, I love your blog because the recipes surprise me! Thank you for these past three years of blogging!

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    • erinwyso says

      January 8, 2014 at 12:40 am

      Thank you for your very kind words and feedback, Yvonne … I love the idea of making a scone!

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  91. sarahhhhhh says

    January 8, 2014 at 12:58 am

    more breakfast would be great!

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  92. Anonymous says

    January 8, 2014 at 2:04 am

    We found your beautiful blog through your soy curls recipe you shared on Butler Foods FB page! Your site is so rich with luscious looking dishes. They photos are wonderful. We are fortunate enough to live in Central Oregon where it's fairly easy to find soy curls, as they're made not far from where we live. Any recipes involving one of our favorite products, soy curls, would be delightful to see here. We're looking forward to trying many of your yummy looking dishes! Thank you! Victoria and Mac McCloskey – plant strong going on 4 years!

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  93. Karen says

    January 8, 2014 at 3:32 pm

    Love your site. I'm always looking for meals to go. My employer is not vegan friendly telling us we should bring our own food:-( Your risotto looks like it would be good for leftovers. I'd like some more ideas to give me some variety. I often take a potato and top it with salsa or steamed veggies.
    Thanks for the blog and congratulations on your 3rd anniversary.

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  94. Liza Munk says

    January 9, 2014 at 2:06 am

    I recommend Olives for Dinner to my friends looking to cook delicious tofu recipes. Both your General Tso's Tofu and the Sweet and Sticky Cashew Tofu recipes have become standbys for me. In the future, I would love to see a quick weeknight recipe section in your recipe index. I'm sure you have plenty of quick recipes throughout, but it would be a handy organizational tool. Thanks for the great work!

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  95. Amanda says

    January 9, 2014 at 5:21 pm

    Happy three years and cheers to another! Some of the things I love about your blog…the photography (gorgeous) and also that you're doing vegan food with a fancier presentation than most. I feel like upscale vegan food can be lacking (um, especially in Boston, we have like one so-so option), so I'm always looking to go the homemade route. And like Cadry mentioned, I'd love to read more about you personally and what goes on behind the scenes! xo

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  96. Amber E says

    January 10, 2014 at 3:48 pm

    I have tried several dishes, including fragrant coconut soup, and the panisse. What really brings together a dish for me is the sauce. I'd love to see some new sauce/ dressing/ recipes. Thanks for the giveaway chance, and thanks for the awesome blog! amberellering@gmail.com

    Reply
  97. Michaela says

    January 10, 2014 at 11:46 pm

    I really enjoy your seitan, tofu, and tempeh recipes–keep up the good work!

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  98. Rebecca Pytell says

    January 11, 2014 at 12:09 pm

    I would love to see a bagel recipe that is also gluten and soy free! Maybe some pancake recipes as well 🙂
    (strengthandsunshine@gmail.com)

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  99. OpenIntro says

    January 11, 2014 at 9:08 pm

    Super excited I found your blog! Making the Vegan French Onion Sandwich and Soup tomorrow!!!!

    Reply
  100. Ashley says

    January 12, 2014 at 8:34 pm

    I absolutely love your blog, your recipe ideas, and the photographs are stunning. The only thing I would really like to see more of, honestly, is a different format for presenting your posts on facebook! Here's why: I think more people would share your deserving recipes if the basic info (recipe name, a few key ingredients) were given in the post and the text didn't trail off teaser-style. I love your photos but don't always know what the recipe is based on the text your provide. So like if the recipe was named right away: Easy, Delicious Chickpea Salad Sandwich! With a few lines of basic info about the recipe. People are lazy on facebook and tend to want their info right there in soundbites. If the recipe name, and things like time involved, and most compelling ingredients, are presented, it seems people will follow the link to get the recipe. Just my two cents. Congratulations on the anniversary of a wonderful project!

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    • erinwyso says

      January 12, 2014 at 9:21 pm

      Ashley, Wow, what a helpful piece of advice! That never would have occurred to me to do, but it makes total sense, so I will start doing that. Many thanks for your feedback!

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  101. Anonymous says

    January 12, 2014 at 8:38 pm

    More recipes using vegetables rather than meat substitutes like tofu, seitan, etc. Those heart of palm crabcakes are great and i love that they're vegetable based.
    cmhanretta@gmail.com

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