Almond milk, made from finely ground almonds and water, has been in use since at least as far back as the Middle Ages, from Europe to east Asia. Almond milk has enjoyed a tremendous surge in popularity recently, especially now that a number of quality commercial almond milks have become available in a range of types and flavors. Gourmet chef Alan Roettinger provides recipes for homemade almond milk, in both light and creamy versions for use in different applications, as well as almond kefi...

As a private chef to the rich and famous (including a president and a prime minister), for over 30 years, Alan Roettinger has learned a lot about what people hunger for and what satisfies. Learn his secrets for creating simple yet sophisticated, vibrant vegan dishes with a decidedly international flair and add joy and surprise to your menus, whether for everyday meals or celebratory gatherings. Discover Alans more than 100 delightfully artful recipes—all entirely free of animal products—an...

Now its possible to whip up something fresh and fun, that will kick your taste buds clear into another world, and is completely vegan. SPEED VEGAN by private chef Alan Roettingers blazes a new path for creating delicious food that is not only fast and easy to make but delivers gourmet tastes. Roettinger shares his kitchen wizardry in a collection of stunning dishes that anyoneeven a kitchen newbiecan concoct in half an hour or less. His gift for pairing combinations of textures and flavors...

Boost your health with all-natural, paleo-approved smoothies! Based on wholesome nuts, seeds, fruits, and even vegetables, smoothies can satisfy a sweet tooth without sugar, other refined foods, or dairy products. Enjoy satisfying, chocolaty smoothies made with cacao powder, light smoothies made with coconut water and fruit juices, or nutrient-dense smoothies that incorporate power-packed leafy greens, matcha, or chia seeds. These energizing, hydrating smoothies are loaded with antioxidant...

Paleo diets hold a lot of appeal for athletes, people who want to lose weight quickly, and those who prefer to avoid processed foods in favor of eating more naturally. But with their heavy emphasis on meat, paleo cookbooks have had little to offer vegans…until now. Ellen Jaffe Jones—a certified personal trainer, running coach, and the author of Eat Vegan on 4 a Day and Kitchen Divided—speaks to audiences worldwide about how achieving fitness on a plant-based diet saves both money and lives...