The Pastry Prophet

The Phoenixville VegFest – An Omnivore Adventure

August 18, 2022

How to Feed Your Face Ethically at a Vegan Food Festival

Much to the chagrin of my vegan and vegetarian friends, I like to eat — all types of food, including plant-based food untouched by animal products! The Phoenixville VegFest held its annual food festival celebrating everything that doesn’t harm animals. I was all in to learn more non-cruel ways to enjoy food and eat my stomach’s capacity.

This sixth annual celebration benefits the Peace Advocacy Network, and the energy throughout Reeves Park was welcoming, like from a loving relative. After parking, live music beckoned me to approach, and I was thrilled to see a full spectrum of all types of people of every age just enjoying the day.

After walking around and seeing the various vendors, I allowed myself to set forth my goal. Onward to the food!

The Love of Lemon Bars and My Mom

November 9, 2020

Paying Homage Through a Mutual Love of Sweets with Lemon

When I worked at the now-defunct Pink Rose in Northern Liberties during my internship, instead of paying me, I took my fill with pastries — that definitely included Lemon Bars.

How to Make Cashew Brittle

November 1, 2020

Put Some Nuts in Your Mouth

Pleasing your tastebuds and hated by dentists is one way to describe brittle candy. I like my brittle on the thicker side and why should peanuts be the only known brittle? Let’s make cashew brittle.

Noord – Check, Please Philly!

October 28, 2020

Feeding Philadelphian Gourmands Amazing Dutch Cuisine

Like everyone on the planet, it seems life before Covid-19 happened so long ago. No matter what anyone says, last year isn’t the same time distance as 50 years ago. Just stop it.

I miss indoor dining unfettered with masks. Although I’m bothered that people are now washing their hands as they should. Do you realize how many germs are on doorknobs, railings, and other common areas?

In a city full of self-described foodies and gourmands, Noord eetcafe invites you to try something literally fresh and possibly new to you as it was for me.