Food & Wine — Vegetarian

Southern California may not be the most obvious place to forage for mushrooms, but in a wet year local mushrooms can be found in our local forests. Although we can’t all be mushroom experts overnight but Oyster King Mushrooms can be found at your local Whole Foods, Korean and Chinese Supermarkets.  A hearty meat sauce with absolutely no meat is the perfect meal alongside a glass of Poggio Tommaso Sangiovese. A full bodied wine that is balanced with ripe tannins and complex notes of red, black fruit and a hint of smokiness. Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp butter...

Are you looking to heat things up even though Summer has not officially arrived? This spicy vegetarian dish is certain to do just that. With this recipe, we've substituted the traditional rice filling for a more nutritious and tasty filling, quinoa! This grain-like crop is actually closely related to the beet and spinach species, so it is no surprise that this South American super food is packed with protein, fiber and iron. Quinoa no doubt makes a great filling for stuffed peppers and is an excellent alternative to meat. Since this recipe is hotter than mild, we've listed some substitutions...

This vegan & plant-based, Hearts of Palm Ceviche is fresh, light and perfect as an appetizer or meal. This easy recipe can be made in minutes. Serve over mini tostadas, with tortilla chips, in lettuce cups, or in a halved and salted avocado. Serve alongside your favorite Riesling for a perfect pairing Ingredients:               1/4 cup red onion, sliced thin              juice from 1 lime               1/2 teaspoon kosher salt              1/4 teaspoon ground pepper              1/4 teaspoon of...

Chili is mostly always made with meat. Not this time. My husband and kids absolutely love this dish. It is a perfect blend of spices, beans for protein, and quinoa paired with a delicious Chenin Blanc on a cold winter night. You just can’t go wrong here. Serve in a bowl with your favorite toppings or you can toast hamburger buns and pour the chili over the top like “Chili-Size”. For meat eaters, you can toss a hamburger patty on the toasted buns and pour chili over the top. Endless possibilities! Yields: Enough for 6 adults or moreIngredients: 1 cup...

This is a versatile fall dish that can be served on the side or as a main course. One can easily substitute with a plant based sausage to make this vegetarian friendly. A nice white dry wine with medium body such as Riesling or Chablis would pair well. Serves 4Ingredients 2 acorn squash, scrubbed and halved from the stem to the base with the seeds removed 3 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1 pound traditional Italian sausage or plant based 1/2 cup small diced yellow onion 1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon finely chopped...