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Hail Seitan! The Ancient, High-Protein Vegan Superhero Missing From Your Plate

Published on October 5, 2026October 6, 2026 by TwistedLeave a comment

When we put Seitan Pastrami on the menu last week, we got a lot of raised eyebrows. The two biggest questions were: “Wait, is this real pastrami?” and “What on earth is seitan anyway?”

First off, let’s clear the air: no cows were harmed, and no dark rituals were performed in the making of this sandwich. While it sounds a little mischievous when you say it out loud, seitan (pronounced say-tan) is actually a heavenly, plant-based superhero.

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The Dairy Epiphany: Why Cows Don’t Just “Make” Milk

Published on September 27, 2026September 27, 2026 by TwistedLeave a comment

Welcome back to the Twisted blog! Today, we are talking about a massive biological misunderstanding that almost all of us grew up believing.

If you ask the average adult where milk comes from, they’ll say, “Well, cows! They just have milk.” We tend to view cows like magical, infinite milk fountains that need to be emptied like an overflowing water balloon.

If this is what you always thought, you are actually in the majority! A major consumer poll by The Harris Poll found that a staggering 75% of adults don’t realize that a cow must give birth to produce milk. Across the pond, a YouGov survey found that over 50% of people in the UK miss this basic biological fact, too.

Our modern food system is so clinical and disconnected from nature that millions of us grow up with this massive cultural blind spot. But if we take a step back and look at the actual science, the reality is much more relatable.

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The Dirty Truth About Vitamin B12 (Hint: It Doesn’t Come From Meat)

Published on September 21, 2026October 6, 2026 by TwistedLeave a comment

Today, we are tackling a nutrient that makes everyone look at vegans like we’re daredevils living on the edge: Vitamin B12.

If you tell someone you’re plant-based, they’ll often gasp and say, “But what about B12? You can only get that from meat!”

Well, grab a snack, because it’s time for a quick plot twist.

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The Free Digestive “Hack” Nobody Talks About (Why Constant Snacking is Bloating You)

Published on August 10, 2026September 21, 2026 by TwistedLeave a comment

Last Saturday at the market, I had two different customers come up to the booth mentioning that they were dealing with chronic stomach issues. Both of them were transitioning to a highly restrictive “FODMAP” elimination diet just to try and figure out why they constantly felt bloated, heavy, and unwell.

It broke my heart because digestive issues are incredibly frustrating. Millions of people are spinning their wheels taking expensive supplements, undergoing medical tests, and cutting out healthy foods when the real culprit might be something completely different.

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The Secret Inside Our Breakfast Burritos (And Why I Used to be Afraid of It, Too)

Published on August 3, 2026August 10, 2026 by TwistedLeave a comment

If you’ve stopped by our market booth recently, there’s a 90% chance you’ve eaten our plant-based chorizo and egg-less breakfast burritos. And if you’re like most of our customers, you probably walked away with a full belly, completely unaware of a little secret: You just ate a hearty dose of tofu.

Just the other day, a fellow market vendor came by to try one. He finished it, walked back over, and declared it the best breakfast burrito he’d ever had. When he asked if we used real eggs, I smiled and said, “Nope, that’s actually seasoned tofu!” The look on his face was priceless. He stood there completely speechless for a solid minute, processing the shock, before finally mumbling, “…well, it was still amazing,” and walking away. I love these moments because, to be 100% honest, I used to be a total tofu skeptic, too.

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Pasta with Chickpea & Mushroom Pesto

Published on March 19, 2025June 24, 2025 by TwistedLeave a comment

We adore the flavors of classic basil pesto, but we also enjoy experimenting with other tasty variations, like this Pasta with Chickpea & Mushroom Pesto. This dish features fragrant basil, hearty mushrooms, protein-rich chickpeas, and rich, buttery pine nuts. It’s a spin on the traditional recipe that will definitely elevate your pasta dishes to a whole new level of yumminess!

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Crispy Miso Glazed Tofu

Published on January 27, 2025 by TwistedLeave a comment

If you’re a fan of tofu, you’re in for a treat with this irresistibly addictive recipe for Crispy Miso Glazed Tofu. Even if tofu is not your thing, the combination of the crispy, crunchy exterior, and the creamy, flavorful interior might just win you over!

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Coquito – Puerto Rican Eggnog

Published on December 10, 2024June 24, 2025 by TwistedLeave a comment

Festive, and luxuriously creamy, eggnog is possibly the quintessential holiday drink! Unfortunately, the thought of consuming a glass filled with heavy cream mixed with raw eggs might be off-putting to some, and store-bought eggnog just never quite hits the spot. Luckily, when I met CJ, whose mom hails from Puerto Rico, I was introduced to the amazing world of the Coquito, and I’ve never looked back!

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Roasted Stuffed Pumpkin

Published on November 12, 2024June 24, 2025 by TwistedLeave a comment

The holiday season is just around the corner, and we have a wonderful dish to share with you! For over 15 years, these Roasted Stuffed Pumpkins have been the star of our Thanksgiving table, and they always wow all our guests. Not only are they super tasty, but also very versatile —you can really make them your own. Go all out with a big centerpiece pumpkin that’ll have everyone talking, or keep it cute with little individual pumpkins for each guest. It’s totally up to you, and I promise everyone will be impressed! Plus, you can stuff your roasted pumpkin with anything you like—your favorite stuffing, grains, veggies, or even vegan mac & cheese. The possibilities are endless, so get creative! The only limit is your imagination!

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Autumn Harvest Panzanella

Published on October 1, 2024June 24, 2025 by TwistedLeave a comment

This vibrant, colorful, and hearty Autumn Harvest Panzanella salad takes inspiration from the traditional Italian Panzanella, which typically features ripe tomatoes, chunks of crusty bread, and fresh basil leaves. In this autumnal rendition, we bring together a medley of seasonal ingredients to create a comforting and flavorful dish that makes a wonderful light meal but also shines as a show-stopping appetizer or side dish for your holiday table, or anyday!

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