This holiday season, Starbucks is embracing new dairy-free beverages—two of which are vegan without modifications. First up is a brand new beverage: the Oleato Gingerbread Oatmilk Latte. Starbucks first unveiled the Oleato platform at select stores in February which features beverages made with arabica coffee infused with Partanna cold-pressed, extra virgin olive oil. The concept … [Read more…]
Salt is one of the most ancient elements of the human diet. For centuries, it has been used across civilizations for a variety of reasons, but food preservation was particularly key. Our ancestors were also keen on the flavor that salt gave to meat and vegetables, and in that sense, not much has changed. Most … [Read more…]
No matter what age we are, there’s still nothing like sleeping in on a Saturday morning and enjoying a big bowl of cereal in bed while watching cartoons. Back then, our favorites were sugary, marshmallow-loaded Lucky Charms and Pokémon. Today, it’s peach and blueberry muesli … and Pokémon. Either way, what could be better than … [Read more…]
Weeknight meals don’t need to be boring! This easy, foolproof pasta dish from the Mushrooms cookbook comes together in under an hour and is packed with healthful ingredients. What you need: For the pasta: 2 tablespoons canola oil¼ cup finely chopped shallots1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic1 tablespoon white wine vinegar½ cup vegetable broth1 tablespoon cashew butter 1 … [Read more…]
Recently, pregnant Kourtney Kardashian Barker was seen eating out at vegan restaurant Crossroads Kitchen in Calabasas, CA with husband and Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker. While pregnant, Kardashian continues to share plant-based meals with Barker and, coincidentally, Crossroads is one of their favorite vegan spots for a nice dinner out. In fact, the fine-dining restaurant is … [Read more…]
One of the greatest joys of New York City is exploring its vegan food scene. You could easily spend a week here and barely scratch the surface with everything from burgers and milkshakes to French macarons, Italian classics, Ethiopian cuisine, and beyond. But don’t be overwhelmed—VegNews contributor and New York native Kat Smith shares their … [Read more…]
Don’t have a movie theater date night in your near feature? That doesn’t mean you have to forgo your vegan popcorn while watching Netflix at home—in fact, we encourage all the vegan snacking. Though you can always make your own popcorn if you feel so inclined (just don’t forget the nooch), numerous companies are now … [Read more…]
In an era marked by increasing health consciousness and an emphasis on well-being, the United States is seeing a remarkable trend emerge—the rise of the healthiest and happiest states. This trend isn’t merely about longer lifespans; it’s about a comprehensive approach to health, which includes a diet rich in nutrient-dense fruits and vegetables. According to … [Read more…]
Not only is this salad from the Vegan Everything cookbook packed with nutrients from beta carotene-rich squash and whole grains, but it gets a huge bump in flavor from buttery, toasted nuts and a tangy lemon dressing. For the dukkah: ½ cup mixed raw nuts2 tablespoons sesame seeds2 tablespoons coriander seeds1 tablespoon cumin seeds½ teaspoon … [Read more…]
Dessert is often portrayed as something that’s a little bit “naughty,” which implies it’s something we shouldn’t really be doing. But we’re here to tell you that is simply not true. For one, there’s nothing wrong with a treat here and there. But also, your much-loved after-dinner sweet can be delicious and nutritious at the … [Read more…]