I believe I have found the Holy Grail in Piping Gourmets' gluten-free, vegan and dairy-free Whoopie Pies. Ever since transitioning to vegan from vegetarian four years ago I am always in search of the perfect vegan whoopie pie. As a child growing up in the Northeast, the whoopie pie was a familiar treat. Not quite a cookie, not quite a cake, but you would know one on sight with … [Read more...]
Delicious and Easy Vegan Cheese Recipe
If you love cheese, but you are looking for a cruelty-free, digestive-friendly alternative, look no further than this easy vegan cheese recipe you can make at home. This cheese sauce is wonderful with macaroni (or any type of pasta really), or served as a delicious and creamy homemade mac and cheese, or as a tasty dip or topping. This vegan cheese recipe incorporates the … [Read more...]
Vegan Products, Green Beauty and Marketing Claims (Lies)
Just because a beauty or personal health care product is out there in the market being advertised and popularized does not necessarily mean it is good for you, or that it is not filled with strong, agitating chemicals. In fact, these kinds of franchises are unregulated by any laws; therefore, there is a possibility they contain toxic ingredients that are potentially harmful … [Read more...]
Lab Meat May Lead to Environmental Sustainability
The decision to consume fewer or no animal products is influenced by many factors including a desire to reduce animal cruelty and health concerns, while promoting environmental sustainability. Thanks to in vitro meat, the end of these concerns may be in the not too distant future. What Is In Vitro Meat? In vitro, or cultured, meat is grown in a lab resembling a brewery. The … [Read more...]
Vegan Leather: What Is It Made Of?
The leather and meat industry go hand in hand. Leather often comes from factory farmed animals, enduring overcrowding, dehorning, tail-docking and castration. Leather is often dismissed as a by-product of the meat industry, when it is actually a very lucrative co-product. The majority of leather is produced in countries such as China, Bangladesh and India, with little or no … [Read more...]
Tesla Embraces the Vegan Market
The leading car interior option for the majority of manufacturers is leather, which is why the idea of purchasing an eco-friendly and luxury car can be daunting for vegans. Tesla Motors, whose brand embodies sustainable luxe, has finally proposed a 100% vegan car. The highly desired electric car maker is now allowing eco-conscious enthusiasts order its fresh Model X sports … [Read more...]
Wendy’s Adds New Veggie Burger to Their Menu
You can officially add Wendy’s to your list of fast-food restaurants with vegan-friendly options— now that’s better! The nation’s third largest fast-food burger chain is currently testing a veggie burger that is available in select locations. What's in the Veggie Burger? The new item, classically named the Black Bean Burger, contains 14 grams of protein and is made with wild … [Read more...]
Vegan Girl’s Guide to Cruelty Free Tampons
There is a plenitude of vegan beauty products out there from hair dye to nail polish and everything in between, but feminine products are usually left out of the discussion. Like every other dollar you spend, your monthly purchase is a vote either for or against the animals. Who are you voting for? The chances are, if you use the mainstream brands of pads or tampons, you are … [Read more...]
Chipotle’s Tofu Sofritas: Get a Free Meal!
Hold on to your taste buds. Chipotle is introducing braised Tofu Sofritas at all locations! Order any Tofu Sofritas menu item on Monday, January 26th, and then bring your receipt back on your next visit—from January 27th through February 28th—for a FREE burrito, bowl, salad or order of tacos of your choice. Bring your vegan and omnivore friends and introduce them to this new, … [Read more...]
How To Shop For Vegan Beauty Like A Pro
Scanning labels, poring over ingredient lists, searching for the “V” next to entrees on a menu— these practices are far too familiar for a vegan. We are constant players in a never-ending game of “What’s in this?” This game even extends beyond what we put into our bodies to what we put on our bodies and in our hair too! For vegan women and men alike, vegan beauty products are … [Read more...]