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A very happy August to you all! I hope you have been enjoying the warmer weather with some fun in the sun and fabulous BBQ food — like that of our incredible cover recipe by Moving Mountains. It’s making me drool just writing about it! But summer isn’t purely for BBQs, as our delicious recipes will show you. For those of you who love to sit outside and while away a day with fragrant teas, delicate sandwiches and indulgent cakes and pastries, our afternoon tea spread will be right up your street. If you’re after something a bit healthier this season, we’ve also got you sorted, with our assortment of nourishing bowls packed with fresh and health-boosting fruit, veggies and grains. There’s something for everyone. We’ve got an animal-packed issue…

A very happy August to you all! I hope you have been enjoying the warmer weather with some fun in the sun and fabulous BBQ food — like that of our incredible cover recipe by Moving Mountains. It’s making me drool just writing about it! But summer isn’t purely for BBQs, as our delicious recipes will show you. For those of you who love to sit outside and while away a day with fragrant teas, delicate sandwiches and indulgent cakes and pastries, our afternoon tea spread will be right up your street. If you’re after something a bit healthier this season, we’ve also got you sorted, with our assortment of nourishing bowls packed with fresh and health-boosting fruit, veggies and grains. There’s something for everyone. We’ve got an animal-packed issue for…

Why am I Vegan?

NAME: Will Rankin AGE: 51 NUMBER OF YEARS VEGAN: 4/5 years vegan, veggie prior to that LOCATION: Chalk Farm, London I WENT VEGAN BECAUSE… I’d been veggie for decades, but I learnt a lot more about the horrors of dairy and egg production, and that turned me. MY HOPE FOR THE FUTURE IS… that more and more people turn to a plant--based diet, at least… for the animals for the planet and for their own health. It’s a no brainer and it frustrates me. I’d also like to see meat eaters adopting a less aggressive, defensive stance when talking to vegans. Given that we know shifting to a plant-based diet will save the environment and people’s lives, I would hope in future that governments take stronger steps to educate people…

Why am I Vegan?

Why am I Vegan?

NAME: Will Rankin AGE: 51 NUMBER OF YEARS VEGAN: 4/5 years vegan, veggie prior to that LOCATION: Chalk Farm, London I WENT VEGAN BECAUSE… I’d been veggie for decades, but I learnt a lot more about the horrors of dairy and egg production, and that turned me. MY HOPE FOR THE FUTURE IS… that more and more people turn to a plant--based diet, at least… for the animals for the planet and for their own health. It’s a no brainer and it frustrates me. I’d also like to see meat eaters adopting a less aggressive, defensive stance when talking to vegans. Given that we know shifting to a plant-based diet will save the environment and people’s lives, I would hope in future that governments take stronger steps to educate people about veganism. MY ADVICE TO ASPIRING…

Why am I Vegan?

Luxury vegan brand on a mission to change the face of laundry care

Pure, simple and British-made, plant-based laundry brand Wilton London (wiltonlondon.co.uk) is redefining the smell of clean laundry for all. Wilton offers laundry and cleaning products with premium botanical scents, where essential oils sit centre stage. “But it’s more than just smelling clean,” says founder Sam Whigham,” we all want a clean conscience too. As a certified B-Corp and carbon neutral business, we put people, planet and our community first. That’s why our formulas are designed to be kind to the environment and we’re always looking at ways to reduce the impact our products have on our planet.” Unlike most brands stocked in supermarkets, Wilton has kicked out a bunch of nasty, artificial ingredients and enlisted the help of Mother Nature — using innovative biodegradable, plant-based and naturally derived ingredients in its…

Luxury vegan brand on a mission to change the face of laundry care

Pure, simple and British-made, plant-based laundry brand Wilton London (wiltonlondon.co.uk) is redefining the smell of clean laundry for all. Wilton offers laundry and cleaning products with premium botanical scents, where essential oils sit centre stage. “But it’s more than just smelling clean,” says founder Sam Whigham,” we all want a clean conscience too. As a certified B-Corp and carbon neutral business, we put people, planet and our community first. That’s why our formulas are designed to be kind to the environment and we’re always looking at ways to reduce the impact our products have on our planet.” Unlike most brands stocked in supermarkets, Wilton has kicked out a bunch of nasty, artificial ingredients and enlisted the help of Mother Nature — using innovative biodegradable, plant-based and naturally derived ingredients in…

Product of the month

Nojo Super Pack of Sauces Meet Nojo, a B-Corp certified company creating delicious cooking sauces with a sustainable ethos at its heart. Each sauce is packed full of flavour and plant-based ingredients. The six-strong selection allows for a taste-bud tingling, cheek-wiping dinner every day of the week. Try every sauce in the range with this jam-packed bundle, which includes Nojo’s Teriyaki Sauce, Sesame Sauce, White Miso Sauce, Orange Poke Sauce, Yuzu Salad Sauce and Tahini Noodle Sauce. Yum! Currently on sale, £25, nojolondon.co.uk…

Product of the month

Product of the month

Nojo Super Pack of Sauces Meet Nojo, a B-Corp certified company creating delicious cooking sauces with a sustainable ethos at its heart. Each sauce is packed full of flavour and plant-based ingredients. The six-strong selection allows for a taste-bud tingling, cheek-wiping dinner every day of the week. Try every sauce in the range with this jam-packed bundle, which includes Nojo’s Teriyaki Sauce, Sesame Sauce, White Miso Sauce, Orange Poke Sauce, Yuzu Salad Sauce and Tahini Noodle Sauce. Yum! Currently on sale, £25, nojolondon.co.uk…

Product of the month

Boost your wellbeing naturally, with African tea and moringa

Villagers is an ethical health and wellness brand with one simple goal; to share with you some of the world’s best kept secrets, directly from three village farms in the smallest country in mainland Africa, The Gambia (thevillagersproducts.co.uk). Villagers offers two exciting products, the first being Villagers Tea, the signature taste of which is a rich golden infusion enjoyed for over 300 years. This rich-in-plant-protein West African tea offers a refreshing taste with the combined benefits of green tea and a wonderful mild mint flavour. Their second product, Villagers Moringa powder, has emerged as a popular choice as a wellness supplement within the plant-based community. Villagers Moringa powder boasts important vitamins and minerals, including seven times more vitamin C than oranges and 15 times more potassium than bananas. It also…

Boost your wellbeing naturally, with African tea and moringa

Boost your wellbeing naturally, with African tea and moringa

Villagers is an ethical health and wellness brand with one simple goal; to share with you some of the world’s best kept secrets, directly from three village farms in the smallest country in mainland Africa, The Gambia (thevillagersproducts.co.uk). Villagers offers two exciting products, the first being Villagers Tea, the signature taste of which is a rich golden infusion enjoyed for over 300 years. This rich-in-plant-protein West African tea offers a refreshing taste with the combined benefits of green tea and a wonderful mild mint flavour. Their second product, Villagers Moringa powder, has emerged as a popular choice as a wellness supplement within the plant-based community. Villagers Moringa powder boasts important vitamins and minerals, including seven times more vitamin C than oranges and 15 times more potassium than bananas. It also…

Boost your wellbeing naturally, with African tea and moringa

3 of the best… Vegan cereals

Whole Earth These Maple Frosted Organic Corn Flakes are delicious splashed with cold plant milk and topped with fresh banana. With a high-fibre, gluten-free recipe and 30 per cent less sugar than standard frosted flakes, the cereal makes a great option for all the family. £3.29, wholeearthfoods.com Bear Cocoa Alpha Bites are made with coconut blossom nectar, which has a much lower glycaemic index than sugar. This means that it prevents the crazy sugar highs and grizzly sugar crashes, keeping kids and adults alike fuller for longer and happy all morning. This cereal is also high in calcium! £3.08, bearsnacks.co.uk Bio&Me Super Seedy and Nutty Gut-Loving Prebiotic Granola for a supercharged and delicious breakfast. Packed with 15 different fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes, seeds and spices, this granola will give your biome the diversity it needs to thrive.…

3 of the best… Vegan cereals

3 of the best… Vegan cereals

Whole Earth These Maple Frosted Organic Corn Flakes are delicious splashed with cold plant milk and topped with fresh banana. With a high-fibre, gluten-free recipe and 30 per cent less sugar than standard frosted flakes, the cereal makes a great option for all the family. £3.29, wholeearthfoods.com Bear Cocoa Alpha Bites are made with coconut blossom nectar, which has a much lower glycaemic index than sugar. This means that it prevents the crazy sugar highs and grizzly sugar crashes, keeping kids and adults alike fuller for longer and happy all morning. This cereal is also high in calcium! £3.08, bearsnacks.co.uk Bio&Me Super Seedy and Nutty Gut-Loving Prebiotic Granola for a supercharged and delicious breakfast. Packed with 15 different fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes, seeds and spices, this granola will give your…

3 of the best… Vegan cereals

Hollie Sharpin and Lorna Hirst

At first glance, Yorkshire mums Hollie Sharpin, 24 and Lorna Hirst, 23, catch your attention with their striking looks and facial tattoos, but it’s their unconventional success story that’s most unique. The recognisable pair, whose distinctive style has won them over 70,000 social media followers, each invested the final £1,000 of their overdrafts into launching their own business in January 2020 and could never have imagined the success they’d find. Fast forward to the present and that same brand, Wild & Wood Skincare, has made its first million pound turnover, built up a fiercely loyal following, garnered celebrity support and is now launching a total rebrand and line of new products. Co-founder, Hollie Sharpin, said, “We’ve never stuck to the mould. We think that the idea people hold of successful…

Hollie Sharpin and Lorna Hirst

Hollie Sharpin and Lorna Hirst

At first glance, Yorkshire mums Hollie Sharpin, 24 and Lorna Hirst, 23, catch your attention with their striking looks and facial tattoos, but it’s their unconventional success story that’s most unique. The recognisable pair, whose distinctive style has won them over 70,000 social media followers, each invested the final £1,000 of their overdrafts into launching their own business in January 2020 and could never have imagined the success they’d find. Fast forward to the present and that same brand, Wild & Wood Skincare, has made its first million pound turnover, built up a fiercely loyal following, garnered celebrity support and is now launching a total rebrand and line of new products. Co-founder, Hollie Sharpin, said, “We’ve never stuck to the mould. We think that the idea people hold of successful…

Hollie Sharpin and Lorna Hirst

What’s happening?

Sunday 7th August Vegan Fiesta Basingstoke Festival Place Shopping Centre, Basingstoke, RG21 7BA Free sparkleveganevents.com Saturday 13th August North Cornwall Vegan Fair Ivy Potter Entrance, The Parkhouse Centre, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 8LD Adult entrance £1, kids go free facebook.com/events Saturday 20th August — Sunday 21st August Plant-Based Social Bohemia Place Markets, London, E8 1DU Free eventbrite.co.uk Wednesday 31st August Vegan Cheeses Cooking Class Online, 6:30pm — 8:30pm EDT Tickets from £44 eventbrite.co.uk 69% of UK parents and guardians support schools increasing vegan food options Source: Vegan Food for Children, vegansociety.com…

What’s happening?

What’s happening?

Sunday 7th August Vegan Fiesta Basingstoke Festival Place Shopping Centre, Basingstoke, RG21 7BA Free sparkleveganevents.com Saturday 13th August North Cornwall Vegan Fair Ivy Potter Entrance, The Parkhouse Centre, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 8LD Adult entrance £1, kids go free facebook.com/events Saturday 20th August — Sunday 21st August Plant-Based Social Bohemia Place Markets, London, E8 1DU Free eventbrite.co.uk Wednesday 31st August Vegan Cheeses Cooking Class Online, 6:30pm — 8:30pm EDT Tickets from £44 eventbrite.co.uk 69% of UK parents and guardians support schools increasing vegan food options Source: Vegan Food for Children, vegansociety.com…

What’s happening?

VEGAN OUT AND ABOUT

With its large, sunlit windows, deep red curtains and blue-striped outdoor sunshades, a visit to Côte Brasserie will make you feel — almost — as if you are visiting France for yourself. With a recently updated menu, Côte has a plethora of tasty vegan options, each beautifully plated and packed full of flavour. Start off your meal with some hors d’oeuvres, like juicy olives with garlic and herbs, as well as soft and warm Fougasse, a delicious Provençal garlic bread — just make sure to ask to have without butter (which is not yet vegan). One of the most popular Côte starters is the French onion soup — a rustic and flavoursome veg-packed broth with Comté croutes and melted vegan cheese. If soup is not your thing in summer, try…

VEGAN OUT AND ABOUT

Heura and One Planet Pizza collaborate to launch UK’s first frozen pizza with carbon labelling

Introducing ‘The Successor’, an epic new frozen plant-based pizza with a thin and crispy base, topped with Heura Mediterranean Chunks, sweetcorn and BBQ sauce for maximum pleasure. This summer pizza marks the first-ever collaboration between Heura Foods, alt-meat leaders, and One Planet Pizza, the vegan pizza gurus. The delicious product is also the first ever frozen pizza to feature carbon labelling, so that consumers know exactly what they’re buying into. Joe Hill, co-founder of One Planet Pizza, says: “The Successor is one of our most exciting partnerships with Heura, our #partnersinmission. This banging new handcrafted thin and crispy pizza loaded with our family recipe tomato sauce is topped with Heura Mediterranean chunks — made using extra virgin olive oil, red onion, sweetcorn, melty vegan cheeze and a thick drizzle of smoky…

Heura and One Planet Pizza collaborate to launch UK’s first frozen pizza with carbon labelling

VEGAN OUT AND ABOUT

With its large, sunlit windows, deep red curtains and blue-striped outdoor sunshades, a visit to Côte Brasserie will make you feel — almost — as if you are visiting France for yourself. With a recently updated menu, Côte has a plethora of tasty vegan options, each beautifully plated and packed full of flavour. Start off your meal with some hors d’oeuvres, like juicy olives with garlic and herbs, as well as soft and warm Fougasse, a delicious Provençal garlic bread — just make sure to ask to have without butter (which is not yet vegan). One of the most popular Côte starters is the French onion soup — a rustic and flavoursome veg-packed broth with Comté croutes and melted vegan cheese. If soup is not your thing in summer, try…

VEGAN OUT AND ABOUT

Heura and One Planet Pizza collaborate to launch UK’s first frozen pizza with carbon labelling

Introducing ‘The Successor’, an epic new frozen plant-based pizza with a thin and crispy base, topped with Heura Mediterranean Chunks, sweetcorn and BBQ sauce for maximum pleasure. This summer pizza marks the first-ever collaboration between Heura Foods, alt-meat leaders, and One Planet Pizza, the vegan pizza gurus. The delicious product is also the first ever frozen pizza to feature carbon labelling, so that consumers know exactly what they’re buying into. Joe Hill, co-founder of One Planet Pizza, says: “The Successor is one of our most exciting partnerships with Heura, our #partnersinmission. This banging new handcrafted thin and crispy pizza loaded with our family recipe tomato sauce is topped with Heura Mediterranean chunks — made using extra virgin olive oil, red onion, sweetcorn, melty vegan cheeze and a thick drizzle of…

Heura and One Planet Pizza collaborate to launch UK’s first frozen pizza with carbon labelling

Hi Vegan Life, The Vegan in Amsterdam article last issue was so helpful, as I am going there this month! Can’t wait to try the pancakes at Mr Stacks and swing by the flower market. Thanks for the recommendations. From, Lila A Stay Social @goblephotography @vegan_with_amy @saraht @veganlife_mag @veganlife_mag @veganlifemagazine Next Month’s Star Letter Prize Send your emails, letters and musings to Gemma.Tadman@primeimpact.co.uk to be in with a chance of winning a year’s supply of Drink me Chai’s new and improved Vegan Chai Latte! The nation’s favourite chai latte, Drink me Chai, has relaunched its Vegan Chai Latte with a new barista improved recipe and fully recyclable metal tin. The recipe change makes for a thicker, more luxurious chai latte when made up with water, and the new metallic tin will look great in any kitchen cupboard! Expertly blended using natural and authentic…

VeganLife meets… Dan McKernan

You might have seen and enjoyed the videos of the animals of Barn Sanctuary on YouTube or Instagram. The Michigan-based sanctuary has had its videos go viral multiple times in response to its quirky and lovable animal residents, enthralling people around the world. To find out more about Barn Sanctuary’s mission and adorable animals, we catch up with passionate founder Dan McKernan. Hello, Dan! Please, talk us through your vegan journey. What led you to it? For most of my life, I was not vegan. I grew up with a typical American diet and maintained that until about seven years ago while I was living in Austin, Texas. After a few documentaries on Netflix, in particular Cowspiracy, I became a vegan overnight. I love cooking, so I began preparing plant-based meals right…

VeganLife meets… Dan McKernan

Hi Vegan Life, The Vegan in Amsterdam article last issue was so helpful, as I am going there this month! Can’t wait to try the pancakes at Mr Stacks and swing by the flower market. Thanks for the recommendations. From, Lila A Stay Social @goblephotography @vegan_with_amy @saraht @veganlife_mag @veganlife_mag @veganlifemagazine Next Month’s Star Letter Prize Send your emails, letters and musings to Gemma.Tadman@primeimpact.co.uk to be in with a chance of winning a year’s supply of Drink me Chai’s new and improved Vegan Chai Latte! The nation’s favourite chai latte, Drink me Chai, has relaunched its Vegan Chai Latte with a new barista improved recipe and fully recyclable metal tin. The recipe change makes for a thicker, more luxurious chai latte when made up with water, and the new metallic tin…

VeganLife meets… Dan McKernan

You might have seen and enjoyed the videos of the animals of Barn Sanctuary on YouTube or Instagram. The Michigan-based sanctuary has had its videos go viral multiple times in response to its quirky and lovable animal residents, enthralling people around the world. To find out more about Barn Sanctuary’s mission and adorable animals, we catch up with passionate founder Dan McKernan. Hello, Dan! Please, talk us through your vegan journey. What led you to it? For most of my life, I was not vegan. I grew up with a typical American diet and maintained that until about seven years ago while I was living in Austin, Texas. After a few documentaries on Netflix, in particular Cowspiracy, I became a vegan overnight. I love cooking, so I began preparing plant-based…

VeganLife meets… Dan McKernan

Ask the experts

Each month, send us your questions and we’ll pitch them to those in the know. Whether you’re unsure about the best way to cook tofu, or you need some vegan dating advice, we’ve got your back. Q What is cashmere? Cashmere is a fibre derived from the downy undercoats of fine-haired goats who are mostly farmed in China and Mongolia. Their hairs produce a luxuriously soft material that’s incredibly lightweight but three times more insulating than sheep wool. Cashmere is used for sweaters, cardigans, socks, hats and scarves. In spring, cashmere goats naturally moult and shed the undercoats that protect them throughout winter. However, the process of gathering wool to meet commercial demand is painful and traumatic for these animals. Goats are tied up and held down while being shorn with metal combs…

Ask the experts

Ask the experts

Each month, send us your questions and we’ll pitch them to those in the know. Whether you’re unsure about the best way to cook tofu, or you need some vegan dating advice, we’ve got your back. Q What is cashmere? Cashmere is a fibre derived from the downy undercoats of fine-haired goats who are mostly farmed in China and Mongolia. Their hairs produce a luxuriously soft material that’s incredibly lightweight but three times more insulating than sheep wool. Cashmere is used for sweaters, cardigans, socks, hats and scarves. In spring, cashmere goats naturally moult and shed the undercoats that protect them throughout winter. However, the process of gathering wool to meet commercial demand is painful and traumatic for these animals. Goats are tied up and held down while being shorn…

Ask the experts

Moving Mountains Asian Slaw Burger Serves 2 August means BBQs, so grab your grill and invite your loved ones over! Serve them this banging burger, which features a simple (but delicious) slaw and pickle. For the burgers: • 2 Moving Mountains Sausage Burgers• 2 burger buns For the slaw: • 50g (1.7oz) red cabbage, finely sliced• ½ red chilli, finely chopped• Handful fresh coriander, chopped• 3 tbsp vegan sriracha mayonnaise For the pickles: • 50ml (1.6fl oz) cider vinegar• 50ml (1.6fl oz) water• 1 tbsp sugar• 2 red radishes, sliced• 6 slices of cucumber 1 First, make a quick pickle by bringing vinegar, water and sugar to boil in a small saucepan. Once boiling, take the pan off the heat and add the sliced radish and cucumber. Set the pan to one side and allow to cool. 2 Next, cook…

VeganLife Loves

Prodigy Phenomenons UK-based confectionary brand Prodigy has launched its latest vegan treat range — ‘Phenomenoms’ chocolate biscuits, coming in two wheat-free, low-sugar flavours: Prodigy Phenomenoms Chocolate Digestives and Prodigy Phenomenoms Chocolate Oaties. As well as being delicious, the new biscuits are also plastic-negative, like the rest of Prodigy’s goodies — the brand removes five ocean-bound plastic wrappers from the environment for each product sold. Need we say more? £2.29 for 128g box, prodigysnacks.com Elastoplast Green and Protect Plasters Reduce your single-use plastic reliance with these new plastic-free plasters from Elastoplast. Combining sustainability, reliability and quality, the Green and Protect Plasters are the ideal wound covers; they are also climate-neutralised, made from naturally derived fibres (which block 99 per cent of dirt and bacteria!), and are vegan-friendly. From £3.18, elastoplast.co.uk I Am Kooky Kooky Box of Superfruit Snacks Introducing I Am…

VeganLife Loves

Hempsall Farm — where you can imagine the whole world is vegan

Just north of Cambridge, among the peaceful, ancient fenlands, lies Hempsall Farm. But this is no ordinary farm, it’s a 100 per cent vegan glamping site and a place where owners, Pippa and Stuart, offer sanctuary to rescue animals. “We took the huge leap of faith by insisting that no animal products are consumed on site. While we could be fully booked three times over if we removed that rule, for us the ‘vegan only’ food rule is essential. But it goes beyond the food. We are a safe haven for vegans who don’t want to have to explain where they get their protein or defend their compassionate lifestyle choices,” explains site owner Pippa Davis. Imagine being surrounded by other like-minded people. A holiday should be all about relaxing, after all, but…

Hempsall Farm — where you can imagine the whole world is vegan

Moving Mountains Asian Slaw Burger Serves 2 August means BBQs, so grab your grill and invite your loved ones over! Serve them this banging burger, which features a simple (but delicious) slaw and pickle. For the burgers: • 2 Moving Mountains Sausage Burgers• 2 burger buns For the slaw: • 50g (1.7oz) red cabbage, finely sliced• ½ red chilli, finely chopped• Handful fresh coriander, chopped• 3 tbsp vegan sriracha mayonnaise For the pickles: • 50ml (1.6fl oz) cider vinegar• 50ml (1.6fl oz) water• 1 tbsp sugar• 2 red radishes, sliced• 6 slices of cucumber 1 First, make a quick pickle by bringing vinegar, water and sugar to boil in a small saucepan. Once boiling, take the pan off the heat and add the sliced radish and cucumber. Set the pan…

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Delicious Recipes Get yourself in the kitchen and follow our delectable vegan recipes that will enrich your mind, body and soul. Vegan News Stay up to date with the hottest plant-based product launches and vegan news stories. Environment Matters Learn about what’s happening around the world and how to become an eco-warrior. Kinder Living Get educated on the wonderful worlds of vegan beauty, fashion, health and sustainable living. ONLY £3.95 A MONTH • No Contract • No Commitment • No Hassle • Cancel anytime you want • Delivered direct to your door • You are in complete control of your subscription OR £39 FOR AN ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION To subscribe visit veganlifemag.com/sub…

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VeganLife Loves

Prodigy Phenomenons UK-based confectionary brand Prodigy has launched its latest vegan treat range — ‘Phenomenoms’ chocolate biscuits, coming in two wheat-free, low-sugar flavours: Prodigy Phenomenoms Chocolate Digestives and Prodigy Phenomenoms Chocolate Oaties. As well as being delicious, the new biscuits are also plastic-negative, like the rest of Prodigy’s goodies — the brand removes five ocean-bound plastic wrappers from the environment for each product sold. Need we say more? £2.29 for 128g box, prodigysnacks.com Elastoplast Green and Protect Plasters Reduce your single-use plastic reliance with these new plastic-free plasters from Elastoplast. Combining sustainability, reliability and quality, the Green and Protect Plasters are the ideal wound covers; they are also climate-neutralised, made from naturally derived fibres (which block 99 per cent of dirt and bacteria!), and are vegan-friendly. From £3.18, elastoplast.co.uk I…

VeganLife Loves

Hempsall Farm — where you can imagine the whole world is vegan

Just north of Cambridge, among the peaceful, ancient fenlands, lies Hempsall Farm. But this is no ordinary farm, it’s a 100 per cent vegan glamping site and a place where owners, Pippa and Stuart, offer sanctuary to rescue animals. “We took the huge leap of faith by insisting that no animal products are consumed on site. While we could be fully booked three times over if we removed that rule, for us the ‘vegan only’ food rule is essential. But it goes beyond the food. We are a safe haven for vegans who don’t want to have to explain where they get their protein or defend their compassionate lifestyle choices,” explains site owner Pippa Davis. Imagine being surrounded by other like-minded people. A holiday should be all about relaxing, after…

Hempsall Farm — where you can imagine the whole world is vegan

Vegan festival season has officially begun

Back in the day, I loved organising vegan festivals and I cannot believe these were around 18 years ago now! They were held at a school in Essex with no passing traffic and before social media, yet we still had up to 800 people at the events. When I had my son, Callum, who is now 16 and a life-long vegan, I dreamt of organising a fantastic festival for kids — jam-packed with everything vegan that they could enjoy helping them to celebrate living a cruelty-free lifestyle. However, running VeggieVision TV and growing my vegan PR business took over. So, when I heard about The Vegan Kids Festival, I was so excited and I had to chat with Dana Burton, the founder, which was quite an eye-opener. Even now, Dana faces…

Vegan festival season has officially begun

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Delicious Recipes Get yourself in the kitchen and follow our delectable vegan recipes that will enrich your mind, body and soul. Vegan News Stay up to date with the hottest plant-based product launches and vegan news stories. Environment Matters Learn about what’s happening around the world and how to become an eco-warrior. Kinder Living Get educated on the wonderful worlds of vegan beauty, fashion, health and sustainable living. ONLY £3.95 A MONTH • No Contract • No Commitment • No Hassle • Cancel anytime you want • Delivered direct to your door • You are in complete control of your subscription OR £39 FOR AN ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION To subscribe visit veganlifemag.com/sub…

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Continental breakfast

Homemade Crumpets Makes 8 Don’t be intimidated by homemade crumpets, they are easier to make than they might seem! • 480ml (16.2fl oz) soya milk, warm• 1 tbsp dried active yeast• 300g (10.5oz) strong bread flour• 1 tsp caster sugar• ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda You will also need: • 4 crumpet rings 1 Add the soya milk, yeast, bread flour, sugar and bicarbonate of soda to a bowl and whisk together until a smooth batter has formed. Leave the mixture covered for 30 minutes until it is bubbling. 2 To cook the crumpets, place four 10cm greased rings into a large frying pan over a medium heat and add 80ml batter to each ring. Cook for 7-9 minutes until the batter is cooked through and the crumpet has formed. Remove the ring from the crumpet and…

Continental breakfast

Vegan roundup: plant-based meal deliveries

Allplants Starter Bundle Allplants were one of the first vegan meal delivery brands on the market, and boy, have they come far. They have a range of delicious frozen meals on offer, from healthy Buddha bowls to cheesy vegan pastas, and everything in between. Allplants’ Starter Bundle is a great way to try them out; it contains six meals portioned for one person, as well as one sharing side, one breakfast pot, one superfood smoothie and one treat. Our favourite meal from the assortment is the Kale and Chickpea Daal, which is packed with black lentils, tomato chutney, spinach and a little bit of spice. £43.96, allplants.com Mindful Chef Vegan Recipe Box Okay, so this one is a little different, but Mindful Chef simply needed to be included in this round-up — you will thank us…

Vegan roundup: plant-based meal deliveries

Vegan festival season has officially begun

Back in the day, I loved organising vegan festivals and I cannot believe these were around 18 years ago now! They were held at a school in Essex with no passing traffic and before social media, yet we still had up to 800 people at the events. When I had my son, Callum, who is now 16 and a life-long vegan, I dreamt of organising a fantastic festival for kids — jam-packed with everything vegan that they could enjoy helping them to celebrate living a cruelty-free lifestyle. However, running VeggieVision TV and growing my vegan PR business took over. So, when I heard about The Vegan Kids Festival, I was so excited and I had to chat with Dana Burton, the founder, which was quite an eye-opener. Even now, Dana…

Vegan festival season has officially begun

Continental breakfast

Homemade Crumpets Makes 8 Don’t be intimidated by homemade crumpets, they are easier to make than they might seem! • 480ml (16.2fl oz) soya milk, warm• 1 tbsp dried active yeast• 300g (10.5oz) strong bread flour• 1 tsp caster sugar• ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda You will also need: • 4 crumpet rings 1 Add the soya milk, yeast, bread flour, sugar and bicarbonate of soda to a bowl and whisk together until a smooth batter has formed. Leave the mixture covered for 30 minutes until it is bubbling. 2 To cook the crumpets, place four 10cm greased rings into a large frying pan over a medium heat and add 80ml batter to each ring. Cook for 7-9 minutes until the batter is cooked through and the crumpet has formed.…

Continental breakfast

5 ethical brights for summer days and nights

Summer is in full swing, so there’s no better time to freshen up your wardrobe with a pop of colour than now. It will brighten up any outfit day or night! All items are ethical and sustainable, of course, because every time we spend money, we vote for the type of world we want to live in. So, let’s make our fashion choices count! To get you started, I’ve chosen my top five fashion favourite brights you’ll want to wear and share. Fabrikk Cork Flat Cap in Orange £70, fabrikk.co.uk One simple way to change up any look is to add a hat. You may recall me raving about ethical brand Fabrikk before, but they never cease to amaze me with how versatile and ethical their stunning cork hats are. Whether you prefer a…

5 ethical brights for summer days and nights

the Beauty edit

Soak Sunday Bath Soak in Utopia Rose Transform bath time into a moment of tranquility with this botanical soak. £14, soaksunday.com Ekó Botanicals Skincare Amina Ritual Cleansing Oil Cleanse, soothe and hydrate your skin in one step, with this cleanser made from nourishing plant oils. £41, ekoskincare.co.uk Odylique Prebiotic Chamomile & Coconut Conditioner This multi-tasking marvel can be used as a cleansing conditioner, split ends repair cream, hair mask and scalp treatment. Formulated with prebiotic chicory extract, it contributes toward a healthy-looking scalp by balancing the skin microbiota. £12.50, odylique.co.uk…

the Beauty edit

Vegan roundup: plant-based meal deliveries

Allplants Starter Bundle Allplants were one of the first vegan meal delivery brands on the market, and boy, have they come far. They have a range of delicious frozen meals on offer, from healthy Buddha bowls to cheesy vegan pastas, and everything in between. Allplants’ Starter Bundle is a great way to try them out; it contains six meals portioned for one person, as well as one sharing side, one breakfast pot, one superfood smoothie and one treat. Our favourite meal from the assortment is the Kale and Chickpea Daal, which is packed with black lentils, tomato chutney, spinach and a little bit of spice. £43.96, allplants.com Mindful Chef Vegan Recipe Box Okay, so this one is a little different, but Mindful Chef simply needed to be included in this…

Vegan roundup: plant-based meal deliveries

Hi Mark! What makes Bare Addiction different to other beauty brands on the market? Bare Addiction was born out of the desire to close the gap between what parents wanted from teen skincare and what Gen Z’s wanted; ultimately parents want products that are safe and gentle on young skin, and tweens/teens just want skincare that works and helps them feel at their best. As a teen, my mum was always against very synthetic brands yet the natural and vegan products she gave me didn’t work. With the help of Harley Street Dermatologists and British Scientists we created our range from scratch, finding the best natural and synthetic ingredients to create safe, gentle and effective products for young skin! So many brands focus on ‘clean’ but what does that mean? Our…

As the ground temperature warms our feet and we wait patiently for the odd balmy evening to come our way, it’s nearing the season for outdoor gatherings. With this in mind, I thought it was time I looked at a handful of summer essentials that would make up my perfect vegan garden party. I found some ground-breaking motivational stories behind the emerging brands that are helping to shape a new generation and get the conversation started about compassionate living. GREENFORCE First up is GREENFORCE, a Germany-based company founded in Munich in 2020 by Thomas Isermann as a food tech start-up, developing and providing plant-based food products that are good for people and the environment. They are on a mission to produce the most sustainable vegan ‘meat’ products in the world. They developed…

5 ethical brights for summer days and nights

Summer is in full swing, so there’s no better time to freshen up your wardrobe with a pop of colour than now. It will brighten up any outfit day or night! All items are ethical and sustainable, of course, because every time we spend money, we vote for the type of world we want to live in. So, let’s make our fashion choices count! To get you started, I’ve chosen my top five fashion favourite brights you’ll want to wear and share. Fabrikk Cork Flat Cap in Orange £70, fabrikk.co.uk One simple way to change up any look is to add a hat. You may recall me raving about ethical brand Fabrikk before, but they never cease to amaze me with how versatile and ethical their stunning cork hats are.…

5 ethical brights for summer days and nights

Nourishing bowls

Minty Pea Houmous Quinoa Bowls Serves 2 This bright and colourful bowl makes a delicious and healthy dinner. For the houmous (makes extra): • 1 tin chickpeas (drained weight 240g/8.4oz)• 150g (5.2oz) peas, thawed• Juice of ½ lemon• 1 garlic clove, peeled• 5g fresh mint leaves• 3 tbsp runny tahini• 2 tbsp olive oil• 3 tbsp ice cold water• Salt and pepper For the bowls: • 60g (2.1oz) quinoa• 80g (2.8oz) sugar snap peas• 4 radishes• 100g (3.5oz) cucumber• 2 handfuls salad leaves• 1 avocado• Lemon wedges• 4 tbsp Good 4 U Garlic and Herb Salad Toppers seed mix 1 Prepare the houmous: add all the ingredients to a food processor or blender and blend until really smooth, scraping the sides down as needed. Add 1-2 tablespoons more water or oil to thin. Store the houmous in…

Nourishing bowls

Veganic gardening tips: Growing under cover and successional sowing

Growing under cover entails the use of any of the following — a greenhouse, polytunnel, cold frame, cloche, conservatory or kitchen windowsill. The resulting faster germination and protection from frost is often said to add six weeks to the start and end of the growing season for any plant. Potting sheds with large glass windows can also be used for early seed-sowing, and the use of horticultural materials such as fleeces and meshes can additionally provide protection and increase growing times. A greenhouse or polytunnel will also enable you to grow tender plants that may not flourish outside, such as melons or aubergines, and will provide a space to overwinter non-hardy plants, such as lemons, that could be killed off by a harsh winter if left on the patio. If you are…

Veganic gardening tips: Growing under cover and successional sowing

Hi Mark! What makes Bare Addiction different to other beauty brands on the market? Bare Addiction was born out of the desire to close the gap between what parents wanted from teen skincare and what Gen Z’s wanted; ultimately parents want products that are safe and gentle on young skin, and tweens/teens just want skincare that works and helps them feel at their best. As a teen, my mum was always against very synthetic brands yet the natural and vegan products she gave me didn’t work. With the help of Harley Street Dermatologists and British Scientists we created our range from scratch, finding the best natural and synthetic ingredients to create safe, gentle and effective products for young skin! So many brands focus on ‘clean’ but what does that mean?…

What I eat in a week…

Monday Breakfast today is homemade granola with oat milk. It’s very easy to make your own granola at home, and often turns out even cheaper than store bought. It’s super versatile too. One of my go-to lunches, especially when I’m on the move, is a wrap with lots of houmous. I always try to go wholemeal and add lots of veggies for added fibre. Mondays are quite busy in the Viva! office, so it’s nice to whip up something easy for dinner, like spicy coconut noodles. Our Vegan Recipe Club’s spicy coconut noodles only take 25 minutes to make and is amazingly fragrant. Tuesday Once again, the day starts with homemade granola with oat milk. I usually have meetings on Tuesday, so I opt for a quick and not too heavy lunch. Simple but delicious cous-cous…

What I eat in a week…

As the ground temperature warms our feet and we wait patiently for the odd balmy evening to come our way, it’s nearing the season for outdoor gatherings. With this in mind, I thought it was time I looked at a handful of summer essentials that would make up my perfect vegan garden party. I found some ground-breaking motivational stories behind the emerging brands that are helping to shape a new generation and get the conversation started about compassionate living. GREENFORCE First up is GREENFORCE, a Germany-based company founded in Munich in 2020 by Thomas Isermann as a food tech start-up, developing and providing plant-based food products that are good for people and the environment. They are on a mission to produce the most sustainable vegan ‘meat’ products in the world.…

Recipe Of The Month

Choc-Banana Smoothie Serves 1 For a delicious pick-me-up, we love this classic combination of banana and cacao. Naturally sweet, there’s no need to add any sugar and the oat milk makes it rich and creamy with absolutely no dairy! It’s the perfect drink to enjoy on a warm summer’s afternoon. • 230ml (7.7fl oz) Tree of Life Organic Oat Milk• 1 small frozen banana• 1 tbsp Tree of Life Organic Cacao Powder• 2 tsp smooth peanut butter 1 Blitz all ingredients together well in a blender until smooth and creamy. 2 Pour into a glass and enjoy! Recipe created for Tree of Life, treeoflife.co.uk.…

Recipe Of The Month

Nourishing bowls

Minty Pea Houmous Quinoa Bowls Serves 2 This bright and colourful bowl makes a delicious and healthy dinner. For the houmous (makes extra): • 1 tin chickpeas (drained weight 240g/8.4oz)• 150g (5.2oz) peas, thawed• Juice of ½ lemon• 1 garlic clove, peeled• 5g fresh mint leaves• 3 tbsp runny tahini• 2 tbsp olive oil• 3 tbsp ice cold water• Salt and pepper For the bowls: • 60g (2.1oz) quinoa• 80g (2.8oz) sugar snap peas• 4 radishes• 100g (3.5oz) cucumber• 2 handfuls salad leaves• 1 avocado• Lemon wedges• 4 tbsp Good 4 U Garlic and Herb Salad Toppers seed mix 1 Prepare the houmous: add all the ingredients to a food processor or blender and blend until really smooth, scraping the sides down as needed. Add 1-2 tablespoons more water or…

Nourishing bowls

Veganic gardening tips: Growing under cover and successional sowing

Growing under cover entails the use of any of the following — a greenhouse, polytunnel, cold frame, cloche, conservatory or kitchen windowsill. The resulting faster germination and protection from frost is often said to add six weeks to the start and end of the growing season for any plant. Potting sheds with large glass windows can also be used for early seed-sowing, and the use of horticultural materials such as fleeces and meshes can additionally provide protection and increase growing times. A greenhouse or polytunnel will also enable you to grow tender plants that may not flourish outside, such as melons or aubergines, and will provide a space to overwinter non-hardy plants, such as lemons, that could be killed off by a harsh winter if left on the patio. If…

Veganic gardening tips: Growing under cover and successional sowing

More than your morning cuppa

For many people, drinking tea and coffee is an important part of their day — a ritual that kickstarts their morning; a time to relax or an opportunity to socialise with others. But did you know that your daily cuppa can also be extremely beneficial to your health? Whether you enjoy black or white coffee, iced coffee, iced tea, black tea, green tea or herbal tea, all these brews can be a bolster to your health in numerous ways. Let’s look at some of the reasons why drinking tea and coffee is so good for us! Reduces risk of heart disease Whilst those with heart disease were once recommended to cut down on caffeine, new information shows that it may actually protect you from contracting it in the first place. Tea experts…

More than your morning cuppa

What I eat in a week…

Monday Breakfast today is homemade granola with oat milk. It’s very easy to make your own granola at home, and often turns out even cheaper than store bought. It’s super versatile too. One of my go-to lunches, especially when I’m on the move, is a wrap with lots of houmous. I always try to go wholemeal and add lots of veggies for added fibre. Mondays are quite busy in the Viva! office, so it’s nice to whip up something easy for dinner, like spicy coconut noodles. Our Vegan Recipe Club’s spicy coconut noodles only take 25 minutes to make and is amazingly fragrant. Tuesday Once again, the day starts with homemade granola with oat milk. I usually have meetings on Tuesday, so I opt for a quick and not too…

What I eat in a week…

Beautiful beverages

Whether you can’t start your day without a strong coffee to wake you up; need a classic tea pick-me-up come midday or enjoy unwinding with an herbal tea in the evening, there’s something for everyone in our tea-tillating round-up. So, grab a cuppa, sit back, and say hello to your new favourite brews and milk complements! Alpro My Cuppa Soya Drink Specially made for tea, make Alpro’s My Cuppa Soya Drink your go-to next time you fancy a hot drink. Whether you like your cuppa strong or a delicate shade of pale, it’s ideal for all types of tea-lovers. £1.70, alpro.com Drink me Chai Vegan Chai Latte This recently relaunched Vegan Chai Latte from Drink Me Chai is perfectly spiced, luxuriously creamy and can be enjoyed hot or cold. £3.40, ocado.com…

Beautiful beverages

Best vegan afternoon teas in England

For many people, a midday cuppa is incomplete without a sweet or savoury treat — be it a vegan sausage roll, a slice of cake or a light and fluffy scone. Certainly, there is no foodie experience more aligned with drinking tea and coffee than the ‘afternoon tea’. Here, we round up some of the best eateries in the country to get your vegan afternoon tea fix. Grey Friars Hotel, Colchester, Essex Sit back and relax with delicious treats in Grey Friars’ gorgeous Rose Room. Sparkling chandeliers and swathes of natural light provide the perfect setting, with beautiful tableware and comfortable chairs. The hotel’s vegan afternoon tea is a wonderful balance between sweet and savoury, with a large pot of specialty tea or coffee and refills. At the time of writing, the…

Best vegan afternoon teas in England

Recipe Of The Month

Choc-Banana Smoothie Serves 1 For a delicious pick-me-up, we love this classic combination of banana and cacao. Naturally sweet, there’s no need to add any sugar and the oat milk makes it rich and creamy with absolutely no dairy! It’s the perfect drink to enjoy on a warm summer’s afternoon. • 230ml (7.7fl oz) Tree of Life Organic Oat Milk• 1 small frozen banana• 1 tbsp Tree of Life Organic Cacao Powder• 2 tsp smooth peanut butter 1 Blitz all ingredients together well in a blender until smooth and creamy. 2 Pour into a glass and enjoy! Recipe created for Tree of Life, treeoflife.co.uk.…

Recipe Of The Month

Fruity Lemonade Scones Makes 6 These beautifully soft, delicately sweet scones are made with lemonade which gives a delicious flavour and a fantastic rise to this vegan bake. • 250g (8.8oz) self-raising flour• 85g (3oz) dairy-free margarine• 65g (2.2oz) caster sugar• 65g (2.2oz) sultanas• 90ml (3fl oz) lemonade (just enough to combine mixture) 1 Preheat the oven to 240°C (220°C fan)/465°F/Gas 9 and line a baking tray with baking paper. 2 In a bowl mix together the flour and margarine with your fingers to form a breadcrumb consistency. Then stir in the sugar and sultanas. 3 Add just enough lemonade to bring the mixture together into a dough, this should be approximately 75-90ml (2.6-3.1fl oz). 4 Do not over-mix or handle too much, scones need a light touch so bring the dough together just enough to form…

Coffee and tea infused drinks

Depending on your age, the majority of us probably haven’t got through life so far without being asked to make a hypothetical choice between two of our favourite things… If you could only have one for the rest of your life, which would you choose? Ketchup or mayonnaise? Pizza or chips? Tea or coffee? Tea or alcohol? Thankfully, if it’s the latter, it’s not a choice you’ll have to make. There has been an explosion of creative producers who are combining tea and coffee with a range of different alcoholic (and non-alcoholic) drinks. From fiery Scotch Whisky blended with fragrant Oolong tea to a Stout made with coffee beans from an independent speciality coffee roaster, there’s plenty to choose from. And if alcohol isn’t your thing, how about a kombucha brewed…

Coffee and tea infused drinks

More than your morning cuppa

For many people, drinking tea and coffee is an important part of their day — a ritual that kickstarts their morning; a time to relax or an opportunity to socialise with others. But did you know that your daily cuppa can also be extremely beneficial to your health? Whether you enjoy black or white coffee, iced coffee, iced tea, black tea, green tea or herbal tea, all these brews can be a bolster to your health in numerous ways. Let’s look at some of the reasons why drinking tea and coffee is so good for us! Reduces risk of heart disease Whilst those with heart disease were once recommended to cut down on caffeine, new information shows that it may actually protect you from contracting it in the first place.…

More than your morning cuppa

Vegan vet stories: Putting kindness at the heart of everything you do

We all get our inspiration from somewhere — whether from famous people or well-known quotes. The word ‘inspire’ means ‘to breath in’, so either the rousing thing takes our breath away with their message, or just allows us to breathe. This is what happened with me, as my inspiration came from the most unlikely source — an elderly man living in a small, terraced house in our street who cut the tiny patch of grass outside his home with scissors, and who spent his time picking up litter in the street that people had thrown out from their cars. I have never spoken to him and do not know his name; he never makes eye contact and mumbles constantly and quietly to himself as he goes about clearing the street…

Vegan vet stories: Putting kindness at the heart of everything you do

Beautiful beverages

Whether you can’t start your day without a strong coffee to wake you up; need a classic tea pick-me-up come midday or enjoy unwinding with an herbal tea in the evening, there’s something for everyone in our tea-tillating round-up. So, grab a cuppa, sit back, and say hello to your new favourite brews and milk complements!…

Beautiful beverages

Why 2022 is the year of strength training

Weightlifting, otherwise known as strength training, is a physical activity that has historically been practised by a very specific group of people. Unlike cardio, it has not been as popularised and, as a result, has many different stereotypes associated with it. However, the perception of how people view strength training has changed dramatically over the course of the last few years with more and more people getting involved as they learn about both its physical and mental benefits. From toning up your body to boosting confidence, if you’re looking for a new way to workout in 2022, strength training is definitely a great place to start! Physical benefits Strength training may speed up your metabolism Although cardio is an extremely important part of a well-balanced fitness routine, most people think it’s the only…

Why 2022 is the year of strength training

The importance of meal planning

Meal planning can be what makes the difference between successful eating, enjoying healthy and nutritious foods and opting for ready-made meals or take-aways that are high in fat, sugars and salts. I am a big advocate of meal planning because, being a full-time carer, as well as running my own business and trying to keep my own health in check, planning makes things easier for me, enabling me to shop for and organise my meals ahead of time, and cook up using the ingredients I already have to hand (reducing food waste). It also prevents me from doing a mad dash to the shops where I may get tempted (depending on how hungry I am at the time of shopping) with so many goodies that surround me, and waste money! Meal…

The importance of meal planning

Best vegan afternoon teas in England

For many people, a midday cuppa is incomplete without a sweet or savoury treat — be it a vegan sausage roll, a slice of cake or a light and fluffy scone. Certainly, there is no foodie experience more aligned with drinking tea and coffee than the ‘afternoon tea’. Here, we round up some of the best eateries in the country to get your vegan afternoon tea fix. Grey Friars Hotel, Colchester, Essex Sit back and relax with delicious treats in Grey Friars’ gorgeous Rose Room. Sparkling chandeliers and swathes of natural light provide the perfect setting, with beautiful tableware and comfortable chairs. The hotel’s vegan afternoon tea is a wonderful balance between sweet and savoury, with a large pot of specialty tea or coffee and refills. At the time of…

Best vegan afternoon teas in England

How a vegan lifestyle can aid our sleep

We all know that eating more plants can help aid our health, but did you know it can even help improve our sleep quality? It is believed that us human beings require about seven hours of sleep every 24 hours for optimal health and well-being. However, it is believed that 70 per cent of adults get insufficient sleep at least one night per month (Sleep Health). What is the importance of sleep? Sleep has a long list of benefits, and it is as essential for our health and wellbeing as it is important for brain function. It then makes sense that a lack of sleep can affect our emotions and cognition. Sleep also helps us to regulate our appetite and hunger hormones. When we lack sleep or don’t have a good quality slumber,…

How a vegan lifestyle can aid our sleep

Fruity Lemonade Scones Makes 6 These beautifully soft, delicately sweet scones are made with lemonade which gives a delicious flavour and a fantastic rise to this vegan bake. • 250g (8.8oz) self-raising flour• 85g (3oz) dairy-free margarine• 65g (2.2oz) caster sugar• 65g (2.2oz) sultanas• 90ml (3fl oz) lemonade (just enough to combine mixture) 1 Preheat the oven to 240°C (220°C fan)/465°F/Gas 9 and line a baking tray with baking paper. 2 In a bowl mix together the flour and margarine with your fingers to form a breadcrumb consistency. Then stir in the sugar and sultanas. 3 Add just enough lemonade to bring the mixture together into a dough, this should be approximately 75-90ml (2.6-3.1fl oz). 4 Do not over-mix or handle too much, scones need a light touch so bring…

Sensational sea swimming

Sea swimming has always been a popular pastime but in the last two years in particular, interest around the activity has soared. At the weekend, you can’t spend half an hour online without scrolling over a picture of someone smiling into a camera on a beach somewhere, absolutely freezing but living their best life. So, what exactly is sea swimming, and can you practise it too? Sea swimming is when you take a dip in nature’s biggest pool; it has also been referred to as ‘wild swimming’ and ‘open water swimming’. For some people it can be a quick run in and out, playing in the sea foam close to shore and for others, it’s a full-on swim, further out in deep water. During the pandemic, sea swimming grew in popularity…

Sensational sea swimming

Coffee and tea infused drinks

Depending on your age, the majority of us probably haven’t got through life so far without being asked to make a hypothetical choice between two of our favourite things… If you could only have one for the rest of your life, which would you choose? Ketchup or mayonnaise? Pizza or chips? Tea or coffee? Tea or alcohol? Thankfully, if it’s the latter, it’s not a choice you’ll have to make. There has been an explosion of creative producers who are combining tea and coffee with a range of different alcoholic (and non-alcoholic) drinks. From fiery Scotch Whisky blended with fragrant Oolong tea to a Stout made with coffee beans from an independent speciality coffee roaster, there’s plenty to choose from. And if alcohol isn’t your thing, how about a kombucha…

Coffee and tea infused drinks

Vegan vet stories: Putting kindness at the heart of everything you do

We all get our inspiration from somewhere — whether from famous people or well-known quotes. The word ‘inspire’ means ‘to breath in’, so either the rousing thing takes our breath away with their message, or just allows us to breathe. This is what happened with me, as my inspiration came from the most unlikely source — an elderly man living in a small, terraced house in our street who cut the tiny patch of grass outside his home with scissors, and who spent his time picking up litter in the street that people had thrown out from their cars. I have never spoken to him and do not know his name; he never makes eye contact and mumbles constantly and quietly to himself as he goes about clearing the street…

Vegan vet stories: Putting kindness at the heart of everything you do

Veganism and hypothyroidism

In 2021, I caught coronavirus. In the weeks following my recovery, I found myself plagued by debilitating fatigue, depression and muscle weakness. The experience was unlike anything with which I was familiar. Before my infection, I exercised multiple times a week. When I wasn’t working out, I was writing fiction for my degree. Suddenly, I found myself unable to do either. Within five minutes of a Joe Wicks’ workout, I found myself out of breath, unable to lift my knees or hold my arms above my head. When I tried to write a story at my desk, I often lost track of my writing; starting a sentence with one idea in mind, I’d forgotten my point by the time I pressed full-stop. At first, I thought I had Long Covid. However,…

Veganism and hypothyroidism

7 ways to… boost your energy levels

Do you constantly feel low in energy, or do you always lag from midday onwards? Us too! In our busy, stressful, modern lifestyles, fatigue is a common shared trait, with one in eight of UK adults reporting that they feel tired all the time, according to a recent YouGov study (independent.co.uk). So, how do we combat this? Read on to discover seven ways to increase your energy levels and keep them high all day long. 1. Get more and better-quality sleep This one might seem obvious, but it’s a good place to start — a lot of us are guilty of not getting enough sleep, and when we are asleep, it’s often not as deeply, solidly or soundly as we need. This can drain into our energy levels for the next day,…

7 ways to… boost your energy levels

A crash-course in food waste

I liked an Instagram post of Kitche’s (kitche.co) and won myself a free membership to Lagom Chef, AKA Martyn Odell’s, Food Waste Crash Course. Kitche is a free app which helps you reduce your household food waste by tracking your food. I am no stranger to London-based chef Martyn, or his mission to make reducing food waste fun, simple and accessible. He was a guest on my podcast Alright Raiders and we are firm Instagram friends. I knew that I was in good company when I came across someone who uses the ‘F’ word as much as me… No, not that one — ‘food waste’! (Well, that one too, to be fair!) I’ll be honest, I hadn’t really realised that I was entering a competition when I liked the post; turns…

A crash-course in food waste

Why 2022 is the year of strength training

Weightlifting, otherwise known as strength training, is a physical activity that has historically been practised by a very specific group of people. Unlike cardio, it has not been as popularised and, as a result, has many different stereotypes associated with it. However, the perception of how people view strength training has changed dramatically over the course of the last few years with more and more people getting involved as they learn about both its physical and mental benefits. From toning up your body to boosting confidence, if you’re looking for a new way to workout in 2022, strength training is definitely a great place to start! Physical benefits Strength training may speed up your metabolism Although cardio is an extremely important part of a well-balanced fitness routine, most people think…

Why 2022 is the year of strength training

The importance of meal planning

Meal planning can be what makes the difference between successful eating, enjoying healthy and nutritious foods and opting for ready-made meals or take-aways that are high in fat, sugars and salts. I am a big advocate of meal planning because, being a full-time carer, as well as running my own business and trying to keep my own health in check, planning makes things easier for me, enabling me to shop for and organise my meals ahead of time, and cook up using the ingredients I already have to hand (reducing food waste). It also prevents me from doing a mad dash to the shops where I may get tempted (depending on how hungry I am at the time of shopping) with so many goodies that surround me, and waste money!…

The importance of meal planning

Fishless seafood

‘Fish’ Pie Serves 6 The jackfruit in this recipe has the flaky texture of fish, while the nori and lemon add the fishy flavours, making this a great alternative for the traditional fish pie. For the filling: • 1 tbsp vegetable oil• 2 cloves garlic, puréed• 1 onion, finely chopped• 1 x 400g (14oz) tin jackfruit, drained and chopped• 1 leek, finely sliced• 1 sheet nori, finely chopped• 1 tbsp dried dill• 1 tbsp dried parsley• 3 tbsp nutritional yeast• 30g (1oz) dairy-free butter• 30g (1oz) plain flour• 240ml (8.1fl oz) soya milk• 3 tbsp lemon juice• 150g (5oz) frozen peas• 1 x 400g (14oz) tin lentils, drained For the mash topping: • 1kg (2.2 lb) white potatoes, peeled and chopped• 2 tbsp plant milk• 2 tbsp vegan butter 1 To make the filling, add the vegetable…

Fishless seafood

A catch up with Lotus Heart Animal Sanctuary

On the Isle of Skye, Scotland, nestled in 76 acres of gorgeous croft land, you’ll find Lotus Heart Sanctuary — a safe haven for rescued ‘farm’ animals as well as people. Last year, we met with Lotus owner, Lynn Jolly, just as she was launching her new glamping pods for the site. Just over a year on, we catch up with Lynn once more, to find out how things are going. Hi again, Lynn! Since we spoke to you last summer, what new animal residents have you taken on? In the last year, Lotus has taken on three more calves, Ewan, Bramble and Bobby D, so there are eight bullocks in total including Prince, Chester, Dallas, Tom Thumb and Angus. We also have seven more sheep, a mix of Texels and Cheviots,…

A catch up with Lotus Heart Animal Sanctuary

How a vegan lifestyle can aid our sleep

We all know that eating more plants can help aid our health, but did you know it can even help improve our sleep quality? It is believed that us human beings require about seven hours of sleep every 24 hours for optimal health and well-being. However, it is believed that 70 per cent of adults get insufficient sleep at least one night per month (Sleep Health). What is the importance of sleep? Sleep has a long list of benefits, and it is as essential for our health and wellbeing as it is important for brain function. It then makes sense that a lack of sleep can affect our emotions and cognition. Sleep also helps us to regulate our appetite and hunger hormones. When we lack sleep or don’t have a…

How a vegan lifestyle can aid our sleep

Sensational sea swimming

Sea swimming has always been a popular pastime but in the last two years in particular, interest around the activity has soared. At the weekend, you can’t spend half an hour online without scrolling over a picture of someone smiling into a camera on a beach somewhere, absolutely freezing but living their best life. So, what exactly is sea swimming, and can you practise it too? Sea swimming is when you take a dip in nature’s biggest pool; it has also been referred to as ‘wild swimming’ and ‘open water swimming’. For some people it can be a quick run in and out, playing in the sea foam close to shore and for others, it’s a full-on swim, further out in deep water. During the pandemic, sea swimming grew in…

Sensational sea swimming

It’s a vegan world

China: Beyond Meat launches new line of vegan meat sauces Much-loved plant-based brand Beyond Meat (beyondmeat.com) has just launched its first-ever collection of sauces for vegan meats. These products have been created specifically for the Chinese market, which has been witnessing rising vegan and flexitarian populations in recent years. Jeremy Yeo, Beyond Meat’s acting general manager in China, comments: “Launching Beyond Meat’s first-ever plant-based meat sauce product under our brand in China reflects our commitment to the market, where we have witnessed significant potential and opportunities in the plant-based protein category, as well as the rising trend of more local consumers incorporating plant-based food into their diet.” (vegconomist.com) The first two sauce flavours to launch include Classic Bolognese and Savoury Black Pepper, with both containing Beyond Pork — also designed especially for the…

It’s a vegan world

There’s plenty more fish in the sea… or is there?

You’ve likely heard the term ‘sustainable fishing’ floating around for a while now (pun intended), but what does it really mean? And, more importantly, can any form of fishing, with the ‘right protocols’ and ‘practices’, ever be sustainable? We’re going to dive straight in and find out. What is sustainable fishing? Sustainable fishing is a gallant idea — it’s the notion that humans can capture and kill millions of aquatic animals year on year whilst still maintaining — or growing — the populations of those creatures, whilst also safeguarding the environment. Taking this further, there are three main ways in which sustainable fishing can be broken down, as stipulated by the book Marine Conservation Biology: The Science of Maintaining the Sea’s Biodiversity: 1) long-term constant yield, 2) preserving intergeneration equity and 3)…

There’s plenty more fish in the sea… or is there?

Veganism and hypothyroidism

In 2021, I caught coronavirus. In the weeks following my recovery, I found myself plagued by debilitating fatigue, depression and muscle weakness. The experience was unlike anything with which I was familiar. Before my infection, I exercised multiple times a week. When I wasn’t working out, I was writing fiction for my degree. Suddenly, I found myself unable to do either. Within five minutes of a Joe Wicks’ workout, I found myself out of breath, unable to lift my knees or hold my arms above my head. When I tried to write a story at my desk, I often lost track of my writing; starting a sentence with one idea in mind, I’d forgotten my point by the time I pressed full-stop. At first, I thought I had Long Covid.…

Veganism and hypothyroidism

7 ways to… boost your energy levels

Do you constantly feel low in energy, or do you always lag from midday onwards? Us too! In our busy, stressful, modern lifestyles, fatigue is a common shared trait, with one in eight of UK adults reporting that they feel tired all the time, according to a recent YouGov study (independent.co.uk). So, how do we combat this? Read on to discover seven ways to increase your energy levels and keep them high all day long. 1. Get more and better-quality sleep This one might seem obvious, but it’s a good place to start — a lot of us are guilty of not getting enough sleep, and when we are asleep, it’s often not as deeply, solidly or soundly as we need. This can drain into our energy levels for the…

7 ways to… boost your energy levels

For animals and smiles

When looking at the work of Pati Kostecka, it’s difficult not to feel a sort of merriment; to stop the corners of your mouth from creasing upwards into an appreciative grin. With its bright colours, soft shapes and cute characters, Pati’s art is very appealing to the eyes, and to those with compassionate sensibilities. As well as creating charming pieces for kids, Pati, illustrator and owner of small business, Pizzati, makes wonderful works to spread the vegan message and that allow her to donate to vegan causes. To find out more about Pati’s work, we catch up with the artist herself, and discuss her in-progress children’s book. Hi, Pati! When and why did you first become vegan? At the age of 13 my mum allowed me to go vegetarian. I always knew…

For animals and smiles

A crash-course in food waste

I liked an Instagram post of Kitche’s (kitche.co) and won myself a free membership to Lagom Chef, AKA Martyn Odell’s, Food Waste Crash Course. Kitche is a free app which helps you reduce your household food waste by tracking your food. I am no stranger to London-based chef Martyn, or his mission to make reducing food waste fun, simple and accessible. He was a guest on my podcast Alright Raiders and we are firm Instagram friends. I knew that I was in good company when I came across someone who uses the ‘F’ word as much as me… No, not that one — ‘food waste’! (Well, that one too, to be fair!) I’ll be honest, I hadn’t really realised that I was entering a competition when I liked the post;…

A crash-course in food waste

Dissonance at dinner

‘I could never harm an animal. I just couldn’t do it’ pontificates my host as we watch his wife bring out the most unbelievable vegan feast I have seen in some time. It’s curry — but there are five different dishes, all beautifully composed and spiced. She must have spent hours in the kitchen. ‘Mm’, I mumble deferentially to him. After all, I am a guest in his house, and they have extended every courtesy imaginable to us, including cooking a vegan meal, possibly for the first time in their lives. What can I do? I can’t ask him what the difference is between personally harming an animal and paying other people to do it on your behalf. It’s been quite a long evening already, if I am honest. I’ve already had…

Dissonance at dinner

Fishless seafood

‘Fish’ Pie Serves 6 The jackfruit in this recipe has the flaky texture of fish, while the nori and lemon add the fishy flavours, making this a great alternative for the traditional fish pie. For the filling: • 1 tbsp vegetable oil• 2 cloves garlic, puréed• 1 onion, finely chopped• 1 x 400g (14oz) tin jackfruit, drained and chopped• 1 leek, finely sliced• 1 sheet nori, finely chopped• 1 tbsp dried dill• 1 tbsp dried parsley• 3 tbsp nutritional yeast• 30g (1oz) dairy-free butter• 30g (1oz) plain flour• 240ml (8.1fl oz) soya milk• 3 tbsp lemon juice• 150g (5oz) frozen peas• 1 x 400g (14oz) tin lentils, drained For the mash topping: • 1kg (2.2 lb) white potatoes, peeled and chopped• 2 tbsp plant milk• 2 tbsp vegan butter 1…

Fishless seafood

A catch up with Lotus Heart Animal Sanctuary

On the Isle of Skye, Scotland, nestled in 76 acres of gorgeous croft land, you’ll find Lotus Heart Sanctuary — a safe haven for rescued ‘farm’ animals as well as people. Last year, we met with Lotus owner, Lynn Jolly, just as she was launching her new glamping pods for the site. Just over a year on, we catch up with Lynn once more, to find out how things are going. Hi again, Lynn! Since we spoke to you last summer, what new animal residents have you taken on? In the last year, Lotus has taken on three more calves, Ewan, Bramble and Bobby D, so there are eight bullocks in total including Prince, Chester, Dallas, Tom Thumb and Angus. We also have seven more sheep, a mix of Texels…

A catch up with Lotus Heart Animal Sanctuary

It’s a vegan world

China: Beyond Meat launches new line of vegan meat sauces Much-loved plant-based brand Beyond Meat (beyondmeat.com) has just launched its first-ever collection of sauces for vegan meats. These products have been created specifically for the Chinese market, which has been witnessing rising vegan and flexitarian populations in recent years. Jeremy Yeo, Beyond Meat’s acting general manager in China, comments: “Launching Beyond Meat’s first-ever plant-based meat sauce product under our brand in China reflects our commitment to the market, where we have witnessed significant potential and opportunities in the plant-based protein category, as well as the rising trend of more local consumers incorporating plant-based food into their diet.” (vegconomist.com) The first two sauce flavours to launch include Classic Bolognese and Savoury Black Pepper, with both containing Beyond Pork — also designed…

It’s a vegan world

There’s plenty more fish in the sea… or is there?

You’ve likely heard the term ‘sustainable fishing’ floating around for a while now (pun intended), but what does it really mean? And, more importantly, can any form of fishing, with the ‘right protocols’ and ‘practices’, ever be sustainable? We’re going to dive straight in and find out. What is sustainable fishing? Sustainable fishing is a gallant idea — it’s the notion that humans can capture and kill millions of aquatic animals year on year whilst still maintaining — or growing — the populations of those creatures, whilst also safeguarding the environment. Taking this further, there are three main ways in which sustainable fishing can be broken down, as stipulated by the book Marine Conservation Biology: The Science of Maintaining the Sea’s Biodiversity: 1) long-term constant yield, 2) preserving intergeneration equity…

There’s plenty more fish in the sea… or is there?

For animals and smiles

When looking at the work of Pati Kostecka, it’s difficult not to feel a sort of merriment; to stop the corners of your mouth from creasing upwards into an appreciative grin. With its bright colours, soft shapes and cute characters, Pati’s art is very appealing to the eyes, and to those with compassionate sensibilities. As well as creating charming pieces for kids, Pati, illustrator and owner of small business, Pizzati, makes wonderful works to spread the vegan message and that allow her to donate to vegan causes. To find out more about Pati’s work, we catch up with the artist herself, and discuss her in-progress children’s book. Hi, Pati! When and why did you first become vegan? At the age of 13 my mum allowed me to go vegetarian. I…

For animals and smiles

Dissonance at dinner

‘I could never harm an animal. I just couldn’t do it’ pontificates my host as we watch his wife bring out the most unbelievable vegan feast I have seen in some time. It’s curry — but there are five different dishes, all beautifully composed and spiced. She must have spent hours in the kitchen. ‘Mm’, I mumble deferentially to him. After all, I am a guest in his house, and they have extended every courtesy imaginable to us, including cooking a vegan meal, possibly for the first time in their lives. What can I do? I can’t ask him what the difference is between personally harming an animal and paying other people to do it on your behalf. It’s been quite a long evening already, if I am honest. I’ve…

Dissonance at dinner

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