I'm SO excited about the release of my new travel book, Vegan in Europe!

Over the years I've received hundreds of emails, Facebook comments, and tweets asking how to survive Europe as a vegan -- or if it was even possible.

So over the summer, while I was living in France, I decided to write a book that contains ALL the information anyone could ever need to eat, drink, and live la dolce vidaas a vegan in …

It's all about super fast and easy prep with this week's blender-themed meal plan!

The Falafel Dinner (NEW!), Thai Corn Soup (NEW!), Fettuccine Alfredo (NEW!), Tortilla Soup (NEW!)and MOREwill make you feel like a whiz in the kitchen since they all come together with the help of a blender or food processor!

Also making a return to this week's plan: "Steak" Tacos with Mango Chimichurri (indi), Almond Broccoli Noodles (fam) and Black Bean Soup …

Meet our Herbie of the Week: Joanne!

I received a beautiful email from Joanne before the start of the "Spring Into Health" 28-day Challenge.

In it, she explained how she embarked on a journey toward better health by adopting a plant-based diet.

I thought her story was amazing and inspirational, which is why I asked her to share it for the Herbie of the Week series!

Here's Joanne's story in her own words...

April 2014 was a milestone for …

Earlier this summer I wrote a blog post asking if my "progress not perfection" mantra was wrong (you can read it here).

A day later, a friend of mine sent me a thread from a vegan forum that bashed the post, with one commenter saying: "I have to disagree about 2% being 'great.' No, it's not. Doesn't really save any animals or improve health."

I wanted to sort of publicly respond and ask other Herbies' thoughts, …

Get ready to wrap and roll with our "Wrap Week" meal plan!

Cauliflower Lettuce Wraps (NEW!), Vegetable Spring Rolls (NEW!), and Breakfast Burritos (NEW!) come together in just a few minutes for easy breakfasts, lunches and dinners.

Also returning to this week's meal plan are fan faves like the Smashed White Bean & Roasted Red Pepper Wraps (both plans), Fresh Nori Wraps (indi.), and Chipotle Black Bean Wraps (fam.)!

Cauliflower Lettuce Wraps

Individual Highlights

• Vegetable Spring Rolls …