Kat Barry, Author at Leader Publications

Uncategorized

Yoga session to be hosted in memory of St. Joseph man who died of cancer

When I moved back to Southwestern Michigan five years ago, one of the first new people I met was Steven Welsh. I walked into my ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, July 23, 2015 11:31 am

Uncategorized

Meatless summer side dishes

This 4th of July, for the second year in a row, I hosted a pool party with a few friends at a downtown Chicago roof ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, July 16, 2015 9:39 am

Uncategorized

A Central American treat

Well I can’t believe it, but the 4th of July is here. Most food people are busy sharing their tips for the same American staples. ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, July 2, 2015 9:40 am

Uncategorized

Busy schedules are no excuse

Lately I’ve been running around so much that I’ve just been throwing together the easiest possible meals, swinging through the local healthy food store or ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Monday, June 29, 2015 12:15 pm

Uncategorized

Oven-roasted almonds an easy treat

When I was traveling a while ago, I was out on Lake Nicaragua boating with some friends and when someone commented they were hungry I ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Monday, June 29, 2015 11:35 am

Food and Wine

Grilling out for vegetarians

I’m not really big on fake meats. I never really was much of a meat eater to begin with, so I haven’t felt much of ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, June 11, 2015 12:09 pm

Food and Wine

A bikini-approved lunch

Last week I wrote about how to eat right when you’re traveling or on the go, and a big part of that was packing your ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, June 4, 2015 12:54 pm

Uncategorized

Spice up your asparagus

Asparagus season is here! Everyone around Michiana and the great lakes gets excited when the asparagus starts to show up in spring. Already in my ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, April 23, 2015 9:01 am

Uncategorized

Why not watercress?

A couple months ago I read an article about watercress and how it was just as potent a super food as kale, yet without the ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Wednesday, April 8, 2015 6:10 pm

Uncategorized

Get fit for Spring

Well, March is here and to me that means spring is right around the corner. Sure, it’s really still winter, but there’s something about closing ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, March 5, 2015 12:46 pm

Uncategorized

Bacon for vegans

A couple of months ago I had a friend in town visiting, so we decided to treat ourselves to an elaborate vegan brunch at Karyn’s ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, March 5, 2015 9:49 am

Uncategorized

BBQ not just for meat-eaters

When I was in Peru last fall I met this foodie from Toronto while hiking. He’s not a vegetarian by any means, but we bonded ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, February 12, 2015 2:46 pm

Uncategorized

Ginger Snaps Made for Cold Winter Days

One morning last week I woke up to snow gently falling outside my window. The cat was curled up in the bend in my legs, ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Monday, January 26, 2015 1:00 pm

Uncategorized

Tofu: A vegan staple

There is a great little bodega around the corner from my building that, while a bit more expensive than how I normally shop, it offers ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, December 11, 2014 2:16 pm

Uncategorized

Don’t forget your roots

Last Sunday I was wandering around one of the last outdoor farmers markets of the season scoping out the beautiful fall produce. I came upon ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, October 30, 2014 9:49 am

Uncategorized

Calabazas, or Pumpkin Soup

When I was traveling in Peru, I made it a point to go to the largest farmers market in the area, which was located in ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, September 25, 2014 12:03 pm

Uncategorized

Make your own granola bars

When I decided to sign up for a trek to Machu Picchu, I know I’d have to step up my travel snack game. For many, ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Friday, September 5, 2014 11:33 am

Uncategorized

Don’t let their reputation fool you, beans are great

I’d like to take some time to talk about beans and how wonderful they are. Not only are they loaded with protein and fiber, but ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, August 28, 2014 6:32 pm

Uncategorized

A-maize-ing salad

I’m absolutely loving the fact that it’s corn season right now. I think I’ve been putting fresh, local corn in just about every dish possible ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, August 21, 2014 10:55 am

Uncategorized

A vegetarian cooking staple

Usually in the summer months I’m so,consumed with utilizing local produce, that I’m firing off recipes for you guys left and right. This week, however, ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, August 14, 2014 11:02 am

Uncategorized

Cauliflower magic

A couple weeks ago, a good friend and fellow vegan posted a photo of a salad topped with buffalo cauliflower on her Instragram feed. A ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, July 31, 2014 9:48 am

Uncategorized

Delightuflly delicious cookies

A few weeks ago I baked a bunch of cookies to take with me to various parties and social functions. As I often do with ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, July 24, 2014 9:33 am

Uncategorized

Take healthy food with you

Fourth of July weekend, I had a full schedule of outdoor events to attend. On the actual 4th I went to a pool party at ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, July 10, 2014 10:10 am

Uncategorized

Small town has big city outlook

For the second year in a row, I was invited to attend the Whirlpool PRIDE Network’s annual Celebration and fundraiser at the World of Whirlpool ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, July 3, 2014 11:29 am

Uncategorized

New Mason Jar Cafe serves vegan food right

I was fortunate enough to get to spend a gorgeous day in St. Joe last week bumming around town with my mom, catching up. A ... Read more

by Kat Barry, Thursday, June 12, 2014 10:04 am

< Older

SportsPlus