Time for Strawberry Shortcake!

Strawberry Shortcake is my all time FAVORITE summer treat. As a vegan, the question becomes what do you put those sweet red berries on that will taste as good as angel food cake? In case you were not aware - angel food cake is packed with lots, and lots of eggs!

So, with a craving for my favorite dessert, I whipped up my favorite vegan cupcake recipe and it was the perfect substitute. http://shmooedfood.blogspot.com/2006/01/fluffy-white-cupcakes.html

Before you get the cupcakes started, wash and cut your strawberries then sprinkle 1-2 TBSP of sugar over the top. Put these in the refrigerator and let the magic begin. I added some vanilla soy ice cream on the side of my dessert for the perfect addition!

Vegan Iowa Featured in Des Moines Metro Mix & Juice!

Check out the link below to see the top places in Des Moines to eat out Vegan!

http://desmoines.metromix.com/restaurants/article/what-are-you-hungry/2646093/content

Also, we have a new Des Moines area veg-friendly Facebook group, Des Veg Life. Vegetarian meet up plans in the works and much more!! (as soon as I figure out how to put a facebook link button on here I will.)

Also, as an update to the Des Moines food list you need to try:

Tacopacolypse - http://www.tacopocalypse.com
They feature a vegan chorizo taco - get one this weekend at the Farmer's Market!

Fongs Pizza - http://www.fongspizza.com/home.html
I haven't got to try this place yet - but I hear they have vegan cheese!

Dos Rios - http://dosriosrestaurant.com/
Vegan friendly - and I think we almost have them convinced via twitter to offer vegan cheese.

Help us make a vegan revolution! Encourage your favorite restaurant to offer veg friendly choices!! Let me know what you think!!