Tofu Salad, Garlic Breadsticks

The Chef: Colleen and Elizabeth

The Menu: A splendid, savory salad featuring romaine, mixed greens, shredded carrot, and baked tofu squares marinated in one of Colleen's signature vinaigrette dressings. This simple summer lunch was punctuated with fluffy garlic and herb breadsticks which Elizabeth whipped up with a batch of Trader Joe's pizza dough.

The Goods: It's day three of sunny, warm skies in San Francisco, and we're embracing the fresh weather with light, healthy lunches. Despite the recent spike in temperature, we know it won't be long before SF's classic cool weather returns, which is why several VN staffers are looking forward to coat shopping with Vaute Couture this weekend. Yes, the all-vegan fashion house is taking its cruelty-free threads on the road for a select few California pop-up shows, including two dates in SF. If you haven't made an appointment yet, we definitely recommend you do, because these coats are pretty much the cutest thing you'll ever own. But, no big deal.