Vegan Brunch: Homestyle Recipes Worth Waking Up For--From Asparagus Omelets to Pumpkin Pancakes (Paperback)

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Editorial Reviews

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The New York Times, 5/28/09
“The vegan chef reframes breakfast for those for whom bacon, eggs, and cream cheese are verboten.”

Bust, June/July 2009

“My favorite vegan recipes are the ones that are effortlessly able to slip into social gatherings of omnivores, earning oohs and ahhs for their sheer yumminess…Nobody is better at writing recipes like these than Isa Chandra Moskowitz”

Huffington Post.com, 5/27/09
“Brings that excitement I've been craving along with a big helping of creativity…There is something for every cooking ability and every taste.”

SuperVegan.com
“Isa Chandra Moskowitz has done it again: amused, enlightened, and fed us with the sassy and scrumptious recipes in her second solo cookbook, Vegan Brunch.”

Bergen County Record, 6/1/09
“Moskowitz isn’t whipping up your grandmother’s Sunday brunch in her newest cookbook. Even carnivores will appreciate the complex flavors of these vegan sausages.”

VegNews, July/August 2009
“Moskowitz injects all her recipes with her usual sass and humor, and one leaf through Vegan Brunch will leave you with reasons—and recipes—galore to host a weekend food-party."

Hippo Press, 6/9/09
“[T]here are plenty of recipes that work no matter who you’re cooking for.”

Library Journal, 6/15/09
“Sure to be in demand by Moskowitz’s ardent fans and devotees of vegan cuisine."

TheDailyGreen.com
“Moskowitz transforms a meal that usually revolves around bacon and eggs into a vegan-friendly feast.”

Norwichbulletin.com & Hollandsentinel.com
“Moskowitz unleashes her signature flair and ingenuity to give readers breakfast they won’t find anywhere ele.”

Daily Southtown, 7/2/09
“Bestselling vegan chef Isa Chandra Moskowitz unleashes her signature flair and ingenuity to give readers breakfast they won’t find anywhere else.”

Epicurious.com, 7/16/09
“This book is full of sweet and savory recipes such as Curried Cauliflower Frittata and Lemon Cashew-Stuffed Crepes with Whole Berry Sauce, ensuring that brunch, or any other meal, will be really satisfying.”

Seattle Times, 7/14/09
“Vegan Brunch would be at home in any kitchen. Lusciously photographed home-style dishes like Cherry Sage Sausages and Brazilian French Toast require minimal prep time and few ingredients.”

Veg Family, August 2009
“Move over Veganomicon! You've been replaced by little sister. Vegan Brunch does for breakfast what Veganomicon did for, well, everything else.”

VegCooking.com, 7/29/09
“Vegan Brunch is full of revamped classics that are now served with a major twist. From Chocolate Beer Waffles to Samosa Smashed Potatoes, the book is full of recipes that will make the perfect meal to wake up to or even end the night with!”

Suite101.com, 10/14
“Moskowitz offers tons of variations and tips on how to get your brunch on without too much fuss.”

Product Description

Omelets. French toast. Bacon. Brunch has always been about comfort, calories—and for vegans everywhere, a feast of foods they can’t touch. Until now! Bestselling vegan chef Isa Chandra Moskowitz unleashes her signature flair and ingenuity to give readers breakfast they won’t find anywhere else, whether welcoming you from a late night on the town or waking you up for a meal you won’t want to forget.

Recipes range from the classic (Pancakes and Waffles) to the inspired (Banana Rabanada) to the decadent (Pain au Chocolat) to the essential (Bloody Marys).

The book also includes gluten-free and soy-free recipes. With over 75 recipes suitable for one or to wow a crowd, and gorgeous color photos throughout, Vegan Brunch is the ultimate cookbook for the most important meal of the day.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Da Capo Lifelong Books (May 25, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0738212725
• ISBN-13: 978-0738212722
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (50 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,314 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

42 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Brunch just got brunchier!, May 13, 2009

By	Paula "Cutlet Fiend" - See all my reviews

I'm so excited Vegan Brunch is out! It's bright and colorful with tons of mouth-watering pictures and innovative, grocery store friendly recipes that will make you want to get up early on Sunday and make a huge breakfast for the whole neighborhood.

Here's what I've tried so far and LOVED:

Chesapeake Tempeh Cakes - these are crazy good and will turn anyone into a tempeh lover
Omelets - You'll have to seek out black salt for these, but trust me, it is worth it!
Scrambled Tortillas - a perfectly spicy Mexican breakfast with potatoes and corn tortillas
Classic Broccoli Quiche - the secret ingredient is cashews, which make it uber creamy and delicious
Gingerbread Waffles - easy and perfect for a Sunday morning
Lemon Pepper Tofu - quick and easy, it's my go-to tofu recipe
Blueberry Ginger Spelt Muffins - a sweet hearty muffin you'll want to take to work with you everyday
Tomato Rosemary Scones - taste really fancy, but only take a few minutes to throw together.

I promise you will love these, too!

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Can't stop cooking, baking and eating!, May 18, 2009

By	Sarah M "Vegan Mommy" (Maine, USA) - See all my reviews

Of course I didn't even take time to think about whether or not I wanted this book - I have all Moskowitz/Romero books so far, and I will continue to buy whatever they publish. Luckily for me, they never disappoint, and this new brunch book by Isa is no exception!! I have owned this book 4 days and have already made 4 recipes and I don't plan on slowing down!

Omelet - I made the omelet recipe and added sauteed mushrooms and a slice of tofutti cheese - it was so accurate, that the first one kind of creeped me out at first. I have been using leftover omelet pieces in bagels. Yum!

Chesapeake Tempeh Cakes and Remoulade - these taste amazing, and I'm about to make some more for dinner. AMAZING.

Pancakes - I know it's the same recipe as the one in VwaV, but I swear they taste even better.

Cherry Sage Sausages - The best seitan I've ever had.

Am eager to make my own english muffins, cinnamon rolls, and samosa pancakes!!

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The title says brunch, but good food is for anytime of day!, May 18, 2009

By	Alin (Austin, TX) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The co-author of the vegan bible, Veganomicon, comes out on her own and creates another winner.

Like Isa's other books, Vegan Brunch is written in a wry, user-friendly fashion. These are not recipes for culinary whizzes. Novice cooks (hey, that's me!) can easily decipher the techniques and ingredients. But the food tastes like you know what you're doing. So much flavour and texture, not to mention how lovely the food turns out.

I've made several things so far-the books' only been out a week. The Coleslaw Potato Salad with Cumin Seeds is absolutely incredible and will be on many a picnic table in my future! Who would think to put cumin seeds in an otherwise traditional potato salad? It lends such a distinct, smoky depth of flavour. Truly phenomenal.

The Polentas Rancheros is also fantastic. A black bean, tomato sauce, serrano pepper blend on top of polenta. Add toppings as you like and be very, very satisifed.

I've also tried the Smoky Shiitakes, Swiss Chard Frittata and Cashew Sour Cream. I will make all again. And I cannot wait to try out other recipes. The Chesapeake Tempeh Cakes and Pesto Tofu Scramble are in my very near future. Spinach potato squares and pumpkin pancakes? Oh my, I can't wait.

Vegan Brunch is a must for any vegan's cookbook collection, also an excellent, non-threatening primer for anyone curious about the lifestyle and cuisine. Easy-to-follow recipes and delicious food. An A+ cookbook for anytime of day!