Evelisse is the Executive Director for Spanish Programs and Culinary Content for the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies. Evelisse received a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Purdue University and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. She is a diplomate of the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine and a graduate of the Center for Nutrition Studies and eCornell Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate program. Evelisse is a certified instructor for PCRM’s Food for Life Program and collaborated in the GEICO Workplace Nutrition Study coordinated by the Washington Center for Clinical Research. She is an active board member and speaker for the Casa Vegana de La Comunidad non-for-profit organization in Puerto Rico. Evelisse practices Culinary Medicine in her business The Food Pharmacy and Farmacia en la Cocina in Florida. Follow her on Facebook and Instagram.

Eggplant Bacon
Eggplant Bacon

My smoky sauce transforms eggplant slices to crispy and tasty plant-based “bacon”! You can use it to make BLT’s, as the perfect side dish to your scrambled tofu, or as a delicious pizza topping.


Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats
Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats

Ever since being introduced to the world of overnight oats with pumpkin and spices this recipe has been a favorite! These oats will sustain you for hours and make a delicious snack or dessert.


Ginger Miso Dressing
Ginger Miso Dressing

This ginger miso dressing packs a ton of flavor and nutrition. It is the ideal dressing for a power sushi bowl.


Mojito Fruit Salad
Mojito Fruit Salad

This refreshing fruit salad with mint and lime tastes just like a sweet mojito without the alcohol.


Guilt-Free Chocolate Granola
Guilt-Free Chocolate Granola

Granola can be eaten for breakfast or as a snack. As commercial varieties are loaded with sugar and oil, I created my own version that is guilt-free and delicious.


Tips for Dining Out on a Plant-Based Diet
Tips for Dining Out on a Plant-Based Diet

It is possible in most restaurants to order special items, or remove items from dishes. Check out these tips for dining out while staying true to your plant-based lifestyle.


Philly Portobello Steak Sandwich
Philly Portobello Steak Sandwich

When I lived near Philly, I got hooked on Philly Cheesesteaks. I was so excited to create these plant-based “steak” hoagies using mushrooms, peppers, and onions with all the original flavor but without any fake meat or cheese. Even the most skeptical meat eaters will fall in love with them!


Tex Mex Tofu Scramble
Tex Mex Tofu Scramble

Tofu scramble is a popular scrambled egg substitute. It is simple and easy to make at home with many variations of spices and toppings.


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