Miso Teriyaki Seitan Sandwiches

I’ve been in love with The Cinnamon Snail since I first encountered this insanely wonderful vegan food truck at Red Bank, New Jersey’s weekly farmer’s market. I’m a true fan who has followed their amazing journey as they blossomed from local vegan secret to the hottest food truck on the East Coast!     After…

Overnight Oats

Hey, it’s been a really long time since I’ve posted a recipe, hasn’t it? I’ve always wanted to try an overnight oats recipe 1) because they’re trendy and you can put them in Mason jars and I am a slave to the #aesthetic and 2) because I am Lazy with a capital L (which conveniently…

Sweet Potato Chickpea Buddha Bowl

I’m always craving food that’s simple, healthy, and delicious. In the world of healthy food, (and the world of Pinterest because as you probably know, I’m obsessed), one food trend I love and had been wanting to try is the Buddha Bowl! They’re called Buddha Bowls because they’re so full that they’re rounded like a…

Poached Egg & Avocado Toast

I follow about a billion food Instagrams, and so as I was scrolling through my newsfeed one day over winter break, I saw about a billion poached eggs with avocado toast in a row. This dish is almost too trendy. I took this as a sign– I must learn how to poach an egg so…

Korean Grilled Bulgogi Steak

I’m so excited to introduce you to this meal! It is a staple in my household, and it is one of my favorite dinners, Korean grilled bulgogi steak! Remember when I talked about bulgogi in the Asbury Park post? This is the best way to get that amazing Korean flavor at home! This recipe is…

French Chocolate Silk Pie

Recently, I finally decided to share The Perky Foodie with the world, and I couldn’t be more happy that I did. I am incredibly grateful for everyone’s kind words of support and positive feedback. Friends, strangers, whoever, welcome! I hope you enjoy taking this fun food journey with me! Here’s the link to my Facebook…

Thanksgiving 2014

*Sorry my Thanksgiving post is so delayed! Busy, busy time of the year!* It is no secret that Thanksgiving is my all-time favorite holiday. Here are my reasons why. It’s OUR holiday- the only holiday my family always hosts year after year. It’s tradition. It’s a part of my childhood I will never forget. Family-…

Swedish Pancakes

In my last post, I talked about a universal comfort food, but now I’m going to tell you about a comfort food that is a bit more personal to me– Swedish Pancakes (or “Roll-ups” if you’re in my house!). I am not Swedish in any shape or form, but somehow this recipe nuzzled its way…

Soft & Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

  I don’t think I have ever met a single person who could honestly tell me that they do not like chocolate chip cookies. They are the epitome of the feel-good comfort food. Chocolate chip cookies taste like a little bite of home.They never fail to make people smile. They’re the ultimate all-time classic dessert….

Apple Peach Pancakes

Sometimes, it’s okay to play hookey. It’s okay to just take a day and say “You know what? I work hard and I deserve a break”. Well, today was one of those days for me. And what better way to spend a lazy day than making pancakes? I began by browsing Pinterest for some interesting…