While we often prefer to pick a vegan restaurant over a non-vegan chain, sometimes, the latter is the most convenient choice—especially if you’re dining with several other people who may have different dietary requirements and preferences. Luckily, plenty of chains have vegan options now, and Panera is no exception. The next time you’re at Panera—either … [Read more…]
With a cacao nib-studded, creamy cashew base, and a drizzle of dark chocolate, you’d think these delectable, energy-packed bars from Maya Sozer’s Power Vegan Meals were a dessert! What you need: For the crust:½ cup roasted hazelnuts¾ cup raisins¼ teaspoon salt For the matcha filling:1 teaspoon matcha powder½ cup almond milk1 cup raw cashews2 tablespoons plus 1⁄4 cup … [Read more…]
As the nights darken and the weather cools, there’s one meal that dominates our thinking. It is, of course, soup. Research suggests that most Americans agree with us on the fact that blending together nutritious ingredients to make a hearty, warming liquid meal is one of the best ways to nourish ourselves throughout winter and … [Read more…]
For many of us, a classic, crispy-on-the-outside, gooey-in-the-middle grilled cheese sandwich is at the top of our comfort food list. And while it’s not a difficult sandwich to make, some subtle tips—and being aware of common mistakes—can make that grilled cheese sammy go from good to delectable. How to make a vegan grilled cheese A … [Read more…]
Esther the Wonder Pig—the pig that inspired people all over the world to see farm animals in a new light—has died at the age of 11. Steve Jenkins and Derek Walters adopted Esther when she was just a piglet, under the impression she was a “micropig” or “teacup pig.” But when she grew to be … [Read more…]
Think about the spiciest dish you’ve ever put in your mouth—maybe you’ve had some enchiladas or fajitas that packed some heat, or perhaps you’ve indulged in phaal curry (otherwise known as the spiciest meal on Earth). Now, think about the taste. Hard to describe, right? But even if you like spice, you probably thought it … [Read more…]
There’s nothing more authentically Italian (and delicious) than a piping hot, nourishing bowl of spaghetti and meatballs, right? Actually, no. If you visit Italy, you’ll notice that while the restaurant menus are filled with various pasta dishes, spaghetti and meatballs is rarely among them. And that’s because meatballs, as they are eaten in America today, … [Read more…]
Vegan actress Alicia Silverstone’s new film, Reptile, may be a dark crime thriller, but it also includes a nod to veganism that viewers won’t miss. In one scene, Silverstone—who plays a leading role as Judy Nichols, the wife of police detective Tom Nichols, played by Benicio Del Toro—brings a vegan birthday cake to the birthday … [Read more…]
Current marketing trends place far too much emphasis on protein. The fact is that a vast majority of Americans get plenty of this macronutrient regardless of which diet they follow. However, there are situations that may require certain individuals to pay a bit more attention to their protein intake. Athletes need more protein than those … [Read more…]
There’s something that just doesn’t sit right about “nutritional yeast.” Vegans have attempted to reclaim the words by giving it a nickname—nooch—but somehow that sounds off-center as well. At VegNews, we call it magic dust (so do three-year-olds, but sometimes kids know what they’re talking about). If you’re new to nooch, don’t be put off … [Read more…]