News — Vegan

National Ants On Log Day

Ants on a log! Takes you back to kindergarten, doesn’t it? While the classic peanut butter and raisin is always good, we think that this spicy grown-up version is a great way to celebrate National Ants On A Log Day. To assemble, spread hummus over the celery stalks and top with diced red bell...

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National Watermelon Day!

Happy National Watermelon Day! Did you know that this fruit originated in South Africa? Egyptian pharaohs loved this treat, and by the 10th century it had traveled all the way to China! You’ve probably seen pictures of watermelon mojitos and Greek salads on your social media feed by now. But let’s face it, why...

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National Fries Day

National Fries Day

Oh, the amazing potato in its most glorious form: the French Fry. But did you know that there are records of fries as early as the late 17th century? In a region in Belgium called Meuse Valley, it was very common for the people to fry up small fish as a staple. But in...

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MADE WITH SPICELY: The Springs LA

  Welcome to MADE WITH SPICELY, where we feature the makers and artisans who use Spicely Organics ingredients! Today we want to introduce you to The Springs in sunny Los Angeles!Located in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles, The Springs includes an organic juice bar, yoga studio, wellness center, and a 100% organic...

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May 30th is National Mint Julep Day!

  The mint julep is a traditional American cocktail and is said to have been invented around the 18th century in the Southern states. There are records from as early as 1784 where mint julep was prescribed for stomach ailments.Traditionally, mint julep is made with bourbon, but we have an equally fun virgin mint...

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National Ranch Dressing Day!

  March 10th is National Ranch Dressing Day!  Did you know that ranch dressing was invented in the 1950s at a dude ranch in Santa Barbara? Historically it is a buttermilk dressing seasoned with a long list of herbs and spices such as: onions garlic dill parsley chives paprika black pepper Modern recipes use...

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From-Scratch Hot Chocolate

Anyone can make luxurious hot chocolate within the comfort of their homes - even if you’re vegan! No matter what type of milk you use, the key is to use dark chocolate that’s at least 60-70% cocoa content, and in disk (feve) or chip form. Most of our dark chocolate flavors work well, but...

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Infused Vinegars

  Herb and spice infused vinegar is easy to make at home, and adds a refreshing spark to salad dressings and dips. It looks great, and unlike infused oil, it doesn't spoil easily, so it's perfect for gifting! While white distilled vinegar is readily available and economical, try experimenting with other vinegars too! For instance, sherry vinegar...

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Happy National Vegan Day!

Happy National Vegan Day! Here at Spicely, we have a mottled combination of team members, whom all practice different life styles. That said, everyone’s got a recipe to share - vegetarian, gluten-free, paleo,  omnivore - but today, we want to celebrate our vegan recipes! We have a plethora of recipes that will fit your...

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How To Make Spiced Syrup

Have you ever tried making your own spice syrup? It’s very easy to make and versatile to use - squirt some in soda water to make Italian soda, add it to your coffee for a holiday treat, or drizzle some on vanilla ice cream for a sultry touch! You can use any spice, but...

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Spiced Jams and Jellies

Jams and jellies are ancient preservation methods that are still appreciated today, and with good reason – it’s easy to make and stores so well! But the simplicity can get boring at times, and younger generations of producers are creating exotic and delicious combinations to mix things up (Grapefruit and smoked Salt) Limetta Marmalade Blueberry Bourbon...

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Made with Spicely: MISSION: HEIRLOOM

    We're happy to announce the opening of MISSION: HEIRLOOM, a grain-free restaurant in Berkeley, CA.    Here's what Kate from MISSION: HEIRLOOM has got to say: "Mission: Heirloom is a multi-platform food company that provides inspired, nutrient-dense meals for delivery and at our soon-to-open cafe in Berkeley. We are above and beyond...

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Made With Spicely: JUICE RANCH

  We're very excited to introduce JUICE RANCH, an organic juicery in Santa Barbara, California. Juice Ranch's philosophy is that juice is medicine. Each 17 oz. glass bottle has up to 4 pounds of raw 100% organic produce. They use a hydraulic press which applies 16 tons of pressure to gently extract the juice...

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Made With Spicely: RFD's Mediterranean Bowl

Real Food Daily is Southern California’s premiere organic plant-based restaurant serving a quality, authentic, creative and nutritionally balanced menu, with locations in Santa Monica, West Hollywood, Pasadena and LAX (the first ever plant-based eatery in an airport in 2013!). RFD's food is made from certified organic vegetables, fruits, whole grains and high quality natural...

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