They may have been invented thousands of years ago, but dosas are still going strong today. Traditionally called dosai and eaten for breakfast in South India, you can now find versions of the Indian pancake all over the world. Made with fermented batter, one reason they’re so popular is their potential wellness benefits. But dosas … [Read more…]
Umiami, the pioneering French food-tech company specializing in plant-based meat, has made headlines once again with its successful funding round, raising an impressive $34.7 million. This latest investment brings the company’s total funding to a remarkable $107 million in just three years, solidifying its position as a key player in the plant-based food industry. The … [Read more…]
Halloween calls for trick-or-treating, costume parties, and noshing on vegan sweets and treats. But if you’re anything like us, the month of October marks the beginning of spooky fun, and the best way to get in the spirit of Halloween is with scary movies. Ever since the misunderstood monster in Frankenstein proclaimed: “I do not … [Read more…]
People who eat red meat may have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a new study led by researchers from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. The study, recently published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, suggests that even moderate consumption of red meat can heighten the risk of … [Read more…]
It’s time to stop overthinking gifts this holiday season: Everybody. Loves. Chocolate. VegNews editors looked far and wide in search of the gotta-have-it, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate treats and novelties that will make your gift-giving extra sweet this year. So don’t stress (and remember, you deserve a chocolaty gift, too!), because here are our top 10 picks. … [Read more…]
For a nut-free vegan, navigating the booming world of plant-based cheese can be frustrating. Everything seems to contain cashews. Whether you have a nut allergy or you just find cashews too expensive, it would be really nice to find some amazing vegan recipes that don’t rely on cashews for creaminess. These recipes actually do exist—and … [Read more…]
Basketball fans attending games at Madison Square Garden (MSG) in New York City and the American Airlines Center (AAC) in Dallas, TX have something new to cheer about: a more extensive vegan menu. Vegan food company Beyond Meat is now the first-ever Official Plant-Based Meat Partner of MSG—home of the NBA’s New York Knicks and … [Read more…]
Use the pesto aioli in this recipe from the Little Pine cookbook to jazz up sandwiches, vegetable spreads, and burgers. Make extra of the herb-roasted mushrooms for sprinkling over salads or layering in sandwiches. What you need: For the pesto aioli: ¼ cup walnut pieces2 garlic cloves, peeled½ teaspoon salt2 tablespoons lemon juice3 tablespoons water6 tablespoons … [Read more…]
With more than 3,500 locations across 46 states, there’s a decent chance that you’ll see a Sonic Drive-In at some point in your life. The fast-food joint hearkens back to the drive-thru era of cheap, but convenient and filling burgers, hot dogs, and fries. Sonic has all of those—but unfortunately, none of them are vegan. … [Read more…]