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I have to say that as an (almost) vegan myself, I'm impressed, but also a little confused as you sometimes seem to make your meals more complicated than necessary ;)

As for breakfasts, why not a big bowl of oats with almond milk and tahini/nut butter? Quick meals could include any variation of a grain (rice, pasta, quinoa) a bean, a fat (avocado, oil, Earth Balance) and veggies and make enough for leftovers to boot. I rarely, rarely eat out--the resources aren't available in my area--so I have to get creative on my own. And trust me, I'm no cook!

I'll bypass the weight loss implications, as I think that's an unfortunate correlation that so many people make with going vegan. I've actually gained healthy weight as a result, as many of my meals are filled with avocado, nut butters, nuts, seeds, etc.--all things I needed in order to gain back healthy weight I've lost. But like I said, I'll bypass that and get to the dairy thing.

While I would argue with people who say nutritional yeast tastes like cheese, I will say that it adds a slightly nutty/kind of cheesy aspect to foods when sprinkled on top or made into a sauce. If you're missing that element from your meals, I recommend you pick some up to add it. It's full of B12 and other important amino acids that us veggies don't get from meat and the like. There are also countless recipes as to how it can be used to enhance a dish.

Experiment a bit!

I love making press cookies! However, I have only invested in the plastic Wilton cookie press, and I've had to buy two over the past four years due to it cracking. I only make these at Christmas, so I can't really justify spending a lot of money on a new press for once a year, but I wouldn't recommend the Wilton for frequent use.

I've never watched "Heat Seekers," but I'm pretty sure it's "Aaron Sanchez" and not "Adam Sanchez" as you have printed. They run enough darn commercials for the thing... ;)

I love that you posted this because no one else ever talks about the importance of Stanley Cup viewing, which kicks footballs whiny dupa anyday.

At any rate, I usually just eat whatever the heck I want, but sometimes I do like I would if I were at a hockey game--something different in between each period (a progressive meal sorts.) An appetizer before the first period, the "bulk" of deliciousness before the second and ice cream before the third ;)

Or, you could follow suit with these guys http://www.thedailymeal.com/strangest-food-and-drink-moments-stanley-cup?utm_source=huffington%2Bpost&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=stanley%2Bcup.

I've never done savory oats because I also like the actual taste of the oats on their own, but the suggestions above sound pretty good.

For me, I make it with either almond/coconut milk and TAHINI. Love the addition of the tahini.

I'm the same way with oatmeal, in that I eat it every day year round. However, when it's in the 90s as it is right now, I don't want it hot. They're nothing new, but have you ever made overnight oats?

I take 3/4 cup oats and add a cup of almond milk the night before, stick it in the fridge and take it out for breakfast. You can add anything in--I'm partial to Tahini, but fruits, nutbutters, etc. are good as well--and it's delicious!

I watched it Sunday night and just watched another episode tonight (Tuesday.) It was basically the cupcake version of "Chopped." I like "Chopped," but because it's "Chopped." This show is completely unoriginal and the host is kind of weird.

I so, so wanted to like this show, but it was rather lame. However, cupcakes are still delicious...more so than the show.

I just found this blog a few months ago and it has become a daily obsession. Productivity at work may be going down, but it's the only thing that gets me through! Let me know if you're ever hiring writers and editors, as I will be the first and best to apply...

Big congrats!

cmhall--I love scallops as well, but here in Michigan they're usually around $13/lb, so I rarely get to enjoy them!

I wish I had something witty to add, but all my suggestions are lame. However, I think this is one of the BEST POSTS EVER, as I'm sitting here cracking up. Thanks for the laughs!

It's boring, but a small piece of high quality dark chocolate is enough for me...and chocolate eclair dessert, on occasion :)

BEST THING EVER--freeze them, stick them in the food processor with some almond or peanut butter and process until the consistency of soft serve ice cream. Sounds crazy, but unbelievable. Plus, play around with it--carob chips, cinnamon, etc.
Trust me on this one...