v.curiosity | valentines day 2016

Feb 2016 

Breakfast 

Bed 

in

I know it's 

been a while. 

Let me make 

it up to you. 

Summer, fall, and winter have long since 

come and gone and unless you've been 

following us on Instagram (you ARE following 

us, aren't you?) it would seem that we have 

gone away. We haven't, and I'm here to tell 

you that nothing tastes better than a 

comeback. 

We have been working behind the scenes, 

re-calibrating and throwing our hands up in 

the air for this rollercoaster of a learning 

curve. But, that's not important. What IS 

important is that we can't think of a better 

time to show our love for your support than by 

sending you our own version of a Valentine. 

Because, who doesn't want breakfast in bed? 

So, get ready to be served, and while your 

enjoying this decadent spread, remember: the 

best is yet to come. 

xoxo, 

Amelia Cooper 

editor + founder 

vcuriosity.com

Double-Chocolate Pancakes & 

Strawberry-Maple Reduction 


Double-Chocolate 

Pancakes 

2 c flour 

3/4 c unsweetened cocoa powder 

1/2 c + 2 tbsp granulated sugar 

2 c unsweetened almond milk 

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 

2 tbsp ground flaxseed 

1 tbsp baking powder 

1 tsp salt 

1 tsp vanilla extract 

1/2 c vegan chocolate chips 

In a small bowl, combine almond milk, ground flaxseed, vanilla, and 

apple cider vinegar and whisk together. Set aside. 

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, cocoa 

powder, and sugar. Whisk together to remove any clumps and 

combine. Note: if cocoa powder is quite clumpy, sift before mixing 

for even distribution. 

Add wet ingredients to dry and stir until just combined. Gently fold 

in chocolate chips. 

Let batter rest while heating griddle on low for 10 minutes. Cook 

pancakes 2-3 minutes per side. 

Makes 8 six-inch pancakes. 


Strawberry Maple 

Reduction 

2 c frozen organic strawberries 

1 c real maple syrup 

1 tsp vanilla extract 

In a small saucepan over low 

heat, combine all ingredients. 

Allow to simmer for 15 minutes, 

then mash strawberries with a 

potato masher until mostly 

smooth but with a few chunks 

remaining. Continue to simmer 

on low for an additional 20 

minutes, stirring frequently, 

until reduced, thickened, and 

deep red. 

Sip On This... 

Albero Cava Brut 

This organic sparkling wine is a gem 

of pure bubbly bliss. The drier Brut's 

pair well with sweeter breakfasts like 

this one, balancing the rich chocolate 

flavors with crisp, citrus ones. Both 

organic and vegan, at just $7.99 a 

bottle it's worth picking up a few for 

impromptu celebration. Find it at 

Trader Joe's. 



Cold-Poached 

Dried Figs 

6 golden dried figs 

1/2 c unsweetened pomegranate juice 

1/4 c triple sec 

2 tbsp granulated sugar 

In a small sauce pan, combine 

everything except figs. Simmer 15 

minutes, the pour over figs in bowl. 

Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before 

serving. Best made the night before. 

Plant-Based Aphrodisiacs 

Sure, everyone thinks of oysters when aphrodisiac food comes to 

mind, but did you know figs rank even higher on the lusty eats scale? 

As do avocados, asparagus, pomegranates, beets, and more. Part 

myth, part science, the shapes and symbolic traits of the food we eat 

have been known to stir deeper feelings than just a full tummy by 

sending subtle cues to our sub conscious. Word on the street is that 

figs were the original forbidden fruit. So, while serving your 

Valentine these chewy, slightly citrus delights, marvel at how being 

so bad can still be so good. 


Special Thanks 

J. Anne Photography 

http://j-annephotography.com/ 

Trader Joe's 

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