How a Plant-Based Diet Lowers Heart Disease Risk You've probably heard that plant-based eating is good for your heart. But why? What makes this way of eating so effective? Can it really lower cholesterol and...

In this episode of Shelling Peas, Chef Ryan Jennings sits down with Rochester business leader Howie Jacobson—an entrepreneur, marketer, and storyteller whose career has been filled with bold risks and big wins. From importing Colombian...

Why You Should Eat More Berries February is "Berry Fresh Month"—a time for celebrating these tiny but mighty superfoods! Whether you love blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries, these delicious fruits are packed with nutrients that support...

In this episode of Shelling Peas, Chef Ryan Jennings is joined by Ryan Steenberg, co-founder of Panacheeza. Last week, Janessa Steenberg, Ryan’s wife and business partner, joined Chef Ryan on Connections with Evan Dawson to...

What's your love language? In a 2023 survey, 64% of US Adults named "food" as theirs. Whether you’re dining out or cooking at home, a great meal brings people closer together. This Valentine’s Day, we’re...

In this episode of Shelling Peas, Chef Ryan Jennings connects with Ali Lawrence, founder of Spirit & Abundance, about artisan vegan cheese, fermentation, and plant-based entrepreneurship in Rochester, NY. Listen to the Episode From Zen...

Celebrate American Heart Month with Sweet Pea Plant-Based. Enjoy heart-healthy beet recipes and a 10% discount this February with promo code 'HEALTHYHEART'.

In this episode of Shelling Peas, Chef Ryan Jennings sits down with Leah Stacy, Editor-in-Chief of CITY Magazine, to explore her journey through journalism, her deep ties to Rochester’s hospitality scene, and the evolving landscape...

February is the month of love, and what better way to celebrate than with a dessert that’s both indulgent and nourishing? Whether you’re treating yourself or someone special, Chef Ryan's Decadent High-Protein Chocolate Mousse is...