It seems that every week in the world of vegan food news is more exciting than the last, and this week is no exception. If you’re looking to stay away from cooking until the holidays, both Daily Harvest and Blackbird Foods just launched easy-to-make vegan meals. Meati Foods is expanding its vegan meats, made from … [Read more…]
Lucky for the vegan-inclined, there are impossibly tasty chicken sandwiches beyond Popeyes and Chick-fil-A, and no animals were harmed in the making of them. Not only are these 18 vegan twists on the classic chicken sandwich better for you, but they’re much kinder choices for the animals and the planet, too. And if you think … [Read more…]
Research suggests that half of Americans feel like they couldn’t live without chocolate. And honestly, we have to agree. What’s life without a sweet treat every now and again? While many chocolate desserts are made with dairy, animal ingredients are not necessary to create a delicious after-dinner indulgence. Each of the recipes below is super … [Read more…]
In Pittsburgh, elevated Eastern European comfort cuisine is warming stomachs and earning James Beard nominations. In San Francisco, a completely vegan, TikTok-famous McDonald’s dupe has opened up directly across from an actual McDonald’s. And all around the country, new and exciting plant-based restaurants are cropping up (pan-Latin American in Atlanta! High-end sushi in Austin! West … [Read more…]
Make your kitchen smell like fresh baked pie, minus all the work, with this quick recipe from the Fast Easy Cheap Vegan cookbook. Unlike pie pastry, puff pastry is surprisingly forgiving and will yield perfectly golden turnovers. What you need: 2 cups peeled and small diced apples, any kind2 tablespoons brown sugar¾ teaspoon cinnamon2 sheets … [Read more…]
In cacti across South America, thousands of tiny bugs can be found, known as cochineal beetles. They feed on the plant, consume its juice, and then, in many cases, they are killed by humans to make vibrant red food and cosmetic dye. Yep, it turns out, many pink and red candies, jellies, and cakes actually … [Read more…]
With restaurants across five continents, restaurateur, cookbook author, and celebrity chef Matthew Kenney has built a formidable fleet of vegan restaurants. Kenney’s signature style emphasizes the use of whole food, plant-based ingredients, such as seasonal fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds, and grains to craft high-end dishes. His signature raw vegan lasagna, which features zucchini … [Read more…]
While Americans continue to consume upwards of 220 pounds of meat per person, some world regions are actually choosing to eat less meat. And Burger King, a leader in incorporating plant-based meat into its fast-food business globally, is taking note. Over in the United Kingdom, Burger King aims to serve a menu that is 50 … [Read more…]
Ten years ago, you’d have been pretty surprised if you walked into a fast-food joint and found a vegan burger on the menu. Places like Burger King, KFC, and McDonald’s were reserved for meat-eaters. And, if you were willing to settle for a mushy vegetable patty, vegetarians might be in with a chance of grabbing … [Read more…]
Excuse us as we state the obvious, but when you’re vegan, every day is vegan day. However, without a holiday to prompt us, many of us live within the comfortable patterns we have designed for ourselves—particularly when it comes to our food choices. But, with World Vegan Day on the horizon, let’s take advantage of … [Read more…]