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Sustainability meets epicurean.

Amplifying sustainable ideas without sacrificing flavor, design, and comfort, Inspired Epicurean Lifestyle embraces:

  • Cooking tips and tricks
  • Wellness ideas
  • Fashion (Coming Soon)
  • Purposeful brands (Coming Soon)
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Cooking

Creating something delicious should be fun and creative without causing overwhelm. In fact, some of the most flavorful creations are simple and quick to master. Harness these tips and tricks for a much more enjoyable - and inspired - cooking experience starting today.

 

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5 Cooking Myths BUSTED

Check your cooking knowledge: is it myth or reality? I bet at least one of these will surprise you.

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A Coffee Hack for Any Problem

Did you know adding a pinch of salt to coffee grounds can make your brew extra smooth?
Read on to learn of my favorite coffee hacks for the best cup yet.


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Best Materials for Bakeware

Is the material you inherited from your grandmother better for decoration, or actual time in the oven? Here are some of my tips for bakeware - hint: you don't need to buy every material under the sun.


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Wellness

Wellness and health is critical to enjoyment of practically...everything! Taking care of ourselves should be first and foremost. From finding methods of relaxation to discovering ideas that help with the mind-body connection, we can enjoy our hobbies, food, and day-to-day life for longer.

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Fashion (Coming Soon)

To us, fashion-forward should mean conscious-forward. Whenever possible, we love incorporating eco-conscious or purposeful fashion and beauty finds into our routine. Looking our best starts with selecting items that promote the best practices. Take a peek at some of our favorite finds - coming soon!

Are you a fashion or beauty brand that is vegan-friendly and/or supports sustainable causes? Fill out our Inspired Fashion form to see if we would be a great fit! (Pun intended. 😉)


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Purposeful Brands
(Coming Soon)

Promoting brands that serve a greater purpose, we value those that:

  • Donate at least a portion of their proceeds to worthwhile causes
  • Offer environmentally-friendly design and/or production
  • Are quality and long-lasting to diminish unnecessary waste

Take a look at our favorites and get inspired to shop with purpose.

Are you a brand, or know of one that would make a great feature story on Inspired Epicurean? Complete our Purposeful Brand Form and explore the ways we can partner together to amplify your cause!


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Personal

A little corner where I fill in the gaps and add some personal musings. Blogs aren't really blogs without that personal element, right? It is my hope these little tidbits resonate with you, and - if so - be sure to drop a comment so we can connect!

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FALL in Love with Autumnal Instagram Story Stickers

Check out some of my favorite cozy stickers to make fall even more hygge than normal.


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Timeliness of Pantone Classic Blue Color of the Year

Classic blue will always hold a place near and dear to my heart. Here's why I love Pantone's pick for 2020.


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Yes, I Compared My Cat to a Human Baby

You know, as one does. Cats and kids are basically the same, right?


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Welcome! I'm Melanie - the founder and content creator of Inspired Epicurean. I share delicious vegan recipes (with a few flexitarian recipes from my pre-vegan days).


Our lifestyle content is crafted to bring eco-friendly and sustainable ideas more mainstream. Learn more about what Inspired Epicurean has to offer in the about me section. Pull up a seat, friends. Cheers!

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