Reading Time: 2 minutes Plant Based News (PBN) has just launched its annual short film. VEGAN 2021 recaps the year just gone and brings to light the astronomical growth of the vegan movement. 2021 started with a bang, with a dizzying nearly half a million people signing up for Veganuary.  Throughout the year, plant-based meat companies forged partnerships…

Reading Time: 2 minutes This coming year is the new German government’s first in power. And with its arrival comes a host of updated animal welfare and environmental commitments. In a bid to improve the treatment of animals within the food system, the European country plans to introduce compulsory animal welfare labels on meat products.  Further…

Dear Friends, PETA does not let a single day go by without making progress for animals. In 2021, despite the challenges posed by pandemic restrictions, we pressed forward with all of our campaigns— because animals needed us to do nothing less. For animals imprisoned in laboratories, pressure from PETA resulted in an end to the Chinese government’s…

The artisan ice cream shop Salt & Straw always keeps two or three vegan flavors in rotation year-round. But in honor of Veganuary, the scoop shop rolls out a Vegandulgence series every January that features five limited-edition vegan ice cream flavors. If you’ve checked your calendar, you know it’s that time of year again! Salt & Straw’s Vegandulgence…

Reading Time: < 1 minute A country pub in South Wales is abandoning meat and dairy to divert to veganism for the whole month of January. This is part of Veganuary 2022, which is a monthly pledge program aimed at helping people go vegan for 31 days and beyond. The Queen Inn in Cwmbran is offering an entirely plant-based menu since the pub’s owners…

Advertisement The London-based Neat Burger is the UK’s quickest developing vegan restaurant chain. It right now has six locations and has plans to grow with 30 new diners on the way. Lewis Hamilton-backed eatery Neat Burger has been crowned ‘inaugural Company of the Year Award’ by PETA. The honor is to recognize the effort of the café for its…

Reading Time: 2 minutes A tiger has been killed at a zoo in Florida, US, after the animal bit a cleaner who put his arm inside his enclosure. Eight-year-old Eko, a Malayan tiger, was tragically shot by the sheriff’s deputy at Naples Zoo this week. Tiger shot at Florida zoo This was after a cleaner reportedly tried to feed “or pet” Eko and put…

We are taught the Golden Rule as young children, and all major religions teach principles of nonviolence and kindness. The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said, “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” Ethical treatment—the Golden Rule—must be extended to all living beings: reptiles, mammals, fish, insects, birds, amphibians…

Vegan Main Dishes » 20 High Protein Vegan Meals It can be hard to get all the protein you need as a vegan. This list of high protein vegan meals is here to help you stay healthy and animal product-free! High Protein Vegan Meals It can be hard to eat enough protein. This list of high protein vegan meals is here to help you stay healthy and animal product-free…

American rapper Offset—a member of the hip hop trio Migos and the husband of musical artist Cardi B—recently celebrated his 30th birthday with vegan deli sandwiches catered by vegan deli meat company Unreal Deli. The sandwiches were made with Unreal Deli’s vegan corned beef, turkey slices, and steak slices and were served at a star-studded, invite-only…

Study reveals the top five food brands for vegans in the UK. Recently, one of the biggest food awards in the UK took place, where over 42,000 people voted for different categories of vegan topics, brands and products. Vegan Food UK let the group members decide on the winners, so it is genuinely from the nations vegans. One award was the top brands for…

Make extra coconut bacon and creamy dressing from HealthyGirl Kitchen for quickly dressing up your weeknight meals such as loaded baked potatoes, fries, grain bowls, and more. What you need: For the coconut bacon: 1 cup large unsweetened coconut flakes 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1½ teaspoons liquid smoke ¼ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon maple syrup For the…

Reading Time: 1 minute More than 5,000 cranes and half a million chickens have been killed following an outbreak of bird flu in Israel. Despite the cranes being migratory, it’s understood they caught the disease from a swarm of bird farms. Bird flu in Israel The disaster is being branded the “most serious damage to wildlife” in the country’s…

We are taught the Golden Rule as young children, and all major religions teach principles of nonviolence and kindness. The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said, “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” Ethical treatment—the Golden Rule—must be extended to all living beings: reptiles, mammals, fish, insects, birds, amphibians…

Following an intensive three-week campaign by PETA India, the Bada Malhera court in Chhatarpur has ordered the permanent rehabilitation of Lakshmi, known as “India’s skinniest elephant”, at the Wildlife SOS Elephant Conservation and Care Centre (ECCC) in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. Lakshmi was used for begging, and efforts by PETA India and local…

Animals, the planet, and your health—there are compelling reasons to go vegan in 2022. Here are 22 celebrity quotes that explain why vegan is the best choice you’ll ever make:Jermaine DupriI’ve been vegan for over a decade, and for me, there’s nothing better for feeling your best and knowing you’re helping the planet and animals.Mayim BialikEven…

The ultimate vegan Christmas menu Vegan Food UK visited Purezza in Camden, London and as always, loved it. Purezza is an entirely vegan pizzeria that serves impressive pizza and attracts people from all over the UK. We tried the festive menu, which featured Christmas themed pizza, calzone, cheesy dough balls and more. Purezza was the UK’s first vegan…

.tasty-recipes-quick-links { text-align:center; } .tasty-recipes-quick-links a { padding: 0.5rem; } The most perfect cake to count down to the New Year! This delicious and super easy Vegan Millionaires Shortbread Cake has layers of chocolate biscuit sponge, caramel flavoured Swiss meringue buttercream, with homemade ‘3 ingredient’ caramel sauce…

Reading Time: < 1 minute A young calf that escaped from a slaughterhouse in Queens, New York, has been rescued by an animal sanctuary. Believed to be just nine months old, the Hereford cow escaped death when she ran away from slaughter. Now, she resides at Skylands Animal Sanctuary and Rescue alongside more than 450 other residents including 93 cows…

2021 was another successful year for PETA’s work to end cruelty in the horse racing industry. To celebrate, here are the top attention-grabbing events of the year. From the Breeders’ Cup activist who crashed the winner’s circle to the Bob Baffert impersonator at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame ceremony, PETA made it a memorable…

Reading Time: 2 minutes The world’s largest seafood restaurant company, Red Lobster, is entangled in a lawsuit over its sustainability claims. Consumers allege its environmental statements are “false” and “deceptive,” and have fooled diners into purchasing food they believed to be eco-friendly. The lawsuit In June, consumers accused the chain…

UK Vegans rejoice as Subway launches more vegan options. Subway has been very popular in 2021 since their TLC (tastes like chicken) sub in January. A year later, the company has released two new offerings, which are set to be just as popular. They are available nationwide from this week. The new subs include a Tikka TLC using the original chicken style…

Reading Time: < 1 minute Australian tennis star Bernard Tomic has revealed he’s following in the footsteps of Novak Djokovic in turning to a plant-based lifestyle. The athlete and former world No.17 was inspired by the Grand Slam icon and is now a “proud vegan.” He made the comments on a recent episode of the Functional Tennis Podcast. Bernard…

With the start of a new year, millions of people around the world are getting started on their goals and resolutions for 2022. And, for those participating in Veganuary, it’s important to be prepared when inevitable cravings for old favorites hit. Starting with your pantry, keep it stocked with all the vegan necessities to ensure you can curb your…

The most popular restaurants with the best Vegan options. Vegan Food UK recently announced the results from awards which cast over 42,000 votes. There were numerous categories to vote in. one of which was the best Vegan restaurant for vegans in the UK. There are plenty of options for vegans in the UK, especially in London, where you will not be short…

Reading Time: 2 minutes An animal shelter in Michigan, US, has been swamped with hundreds of parakeets after their owner tried to breed them and it got “out of control.” It is being described as an animal hoarding case. Last week, The Detroit Animal Welfare Group revealed it had been handed almost 500 of the birds and was “in shock” as a result…

On a recent warm, sunny autumn afternoon, a young college couple sat at an outdoor table at Three Girls Vegan Creamery in Guilford, CT, deciding what to order. The coastal Connecticut town was their go-to mid-way meeting spot, as one is studying in Boston and the other attends classes in New York City. Sure, the location is convenient for the commuting…

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe spice blend of curry and cinnamon is warming and familiar. The red pepper flakes add a subtle amount of heat. The perfect soup for a winter's day! Ingredients1 cup red onion roughly diced1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 cloves garlic minced1 butternut squash about 3.5 lbs2 tablespoons curry powder1/2 teaspoon ground…

In tune with the Veganuary spirit, Starbucks finally announced that it is dropping the upcharge for any of its five dairy alternatives at 1,020 UK stores starting 5 January.The multinational coffee chain currently serves a broad offering of five vegan milk options, including oat, soya, almond, coconut, and its exclusive Starbucks Original Nut Blend.The…

Vegan Recipe Round-Ups » 30+ Homemade High Protein Vegan Snacks From energy balls to hummus, there is a wide variety of homemade high protein vegan snacks to make. There's a variety of protein-filled snacks to fill any craving! Homemade High Protein Vegan Snacks From energy balls to hummus, there is a wide variety of homemade high protein vegan snacks…

Get access to everything we publish when you sign up for Outside+ . Ok, we get it. ‘Cali Sober’ is a corny phrase. But, hey, we didn’t make it up.  It’s an efficient way to describe the increasing number of people who are opting to limit or eliminate alcohol while continuing to use cannabis. Maybe that describes you all the time, or maybe it’s…

“Is ‘board and train’ a good idea?” “Can I send my dog away for training?” “Is ‘board and train’ good for aggressive dogs?” Some dog guardians are asking these questions, and the only answer that matters is one PETA’s given before: “Board and train” programs are a terrible idea and tend to exacerbate, not fix, any perceived…

Pollution created by the meat industry is responsible for up to 90,000 premature deaths in China annually, a new study found. The joint study was conducted by Chinese University and Britain’s University of Exeter and was published earlier this month in the scientific journal Nature Food.  Led by Chinese University professor Amos Tai Pui-kuen, the…

Cafe chain brings back some old favourites and new vegan items. This January, Costa has brought some vegan-friendly items to the menu, including the brand new macaroni cheese box. All products are available in stores now in time for veganuary. The new vegan products include a vegan macaroni cheeze and a chocolate and pecan slice from BOSH!™. The slice…

Get access to everything we publish when you sign up for Outside+ . Did you get a fancy new juicer as a holiday gift? Or maybe you’re just thinking you want to start the new year with cleansing reset? Whatever the reason, it’s a great time to incorporate fresh, homemade juice into your daily routine. Below, find how to make juice in some of the…

Reading Time: 3 minutes JD’s Vegan – the dairy-free ice cream brand owned by music producer Jermaine Dupri – is extending its range across hundreds of Walmart stores in the US. It’s part of the company’s mission to make healthy eating more accessible.  JD’s Vegan is welcoming three new flavors to its lineup: Chocolate My Way, described…

The initial idea of a new year’s resolution can be very exciting: As we turn the page to the new year we begin thinking about changes we would like to make, experiences we would like to have, and how we want to live our lives. This can give a big shot of dopamine and adrenaline which can cause an almost euphoric feeling. On the flip side, when we…

Back in 1985 when Quorn first launched in England, the company defined plant-based innovation by introducing realistic alternative proteins made from mycoprotein made from fungi, a plant-based chicken alternative that caught fire with a new vegan food scene. Back then the word plant-based wasn't even used; you were either vegan or vegetarian, and Quorn…

Back in 1985 when Quorn first launched in England, the company defined plant-based innovation by introducing realistic alternative proteins made from mycoprotein made from fungi, a plant-based chicken alternative that caught fire with a new vegan food scene. Back then the word plant-based wasn't even used; you were either vegan or vegetarian, and Quorn…

Reading Time: 3 minutes This week, a hefty purpose-built ship will transport over 10,000 cows all the way from Aotearoa (New Zealand) to China. The distance for the live animal export stretches11,160km. In order for the vessel, The Al Kuwait, to set sail, it must pass animal welfare checks. But caution may be expected, as the departure comes 15 months…

More people are making resolutions to eat healthier and improve their physical health this coming New Year, and the second most popular resolution is "self-improvement," which encompasses mood and mental health, according to a survey. This resolution includes reducing stress and feeling happier, and less depressed. The surprising thing is that the…

Israel-based company SavorEat has developed a technology that changes the way meat, vegan or otherwise, is consumed with its customizable 3D-printed burgers. The company held a press event this week to showcase its technology which allows customers to order a vegan burger through a phone app which is then made to order by a robot based on specifications…

It was a BIG year for product launches. (Our online shopping history can certainly attest to that…) Especially those of the celebrity-backed variety.  Pop sensation Harry Styles graced us with a vegan beauty brand. Reality star Kylie Jenner debuted a baby care line. Even Megan Fox’s beau, musician Machine Gun Kelly, dropped a range. Can you guess…

We ended 2020 wanting Covid to just be over and betting on plant-based chicken. Now, with so much plant-based chicken everywhere, we finish up 2021 still wanting Covid to be over – and a whole new set of exciting plant-based food options on the horizon. Here are our Top 10 Food Trend Predictions for 2022.Note to the plant-based consumer hoping to…

Reading Time: 2 minutes Trail hunting, which mimics illegal fox hunting, could see new legislation banning the use of animal scents.  This is with a view to ensuring no wild animal ends up being hunted by dogs. Currently, fox hunting with dogs is illegal. But trail hunting lays in its place – where hounds are bred to hunt follow a fake scent.  However…

Reading Time: 3 minutes In just two days, the world will embrace the annual vegan challenge of giving up meat and dairy for the 31 days of January. Veganuary is set to be bigger than ever in 2022, and yet again, big brands are jumping on board. As of this week, the UK is leading with the likes of Subway, Papa John’s, Starbucks, and Lidl extending…

Popular coffee chain stop charging for plant milk. Starbucks has decided to drop the extra charge on plant milk, starting from January the 5th to celebrate Veganuary 2022. This will be effective in all 1,020 UK stores. The company offers five different vegan-friendly milks, including; Oat, Soya, Almond, Coconut and their unique nut blend. All are usually…

One of the major barriers preventing people from going vegan is that it’s seen as an expensive lifestyle, and it certainly doesn’t help that most fast-food chains and beauty retailers don’t always have a vegan alternative. But is following a vegan lifestyle really more expensive? I went vegan for six months and here’s everything I learned about…

A savory, zesty black-bean-tomato-corn mixture tops hot-from-the-oven sweet potatoes in this recipe from Two Spoons food blogger Hannah Sunderani. Drizzle with your favorite hot sauce or salsa, and top with plenty of avocado for the perfect meal.  What you need: For the potatoes:  4 sweet potatoes 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided 1½…

Tabbouleh is an herby salad typically served cold, and this recipe from the High-Protein Plant-Based Diet for Beginners cookbook uses quinoa as a high-protein, gluten-free twist on the traditional dish, typically made with bulgur wheat. What you need: 2 cups fresh curly parsley, washed and chopped 1½ cups cooked quinoa 6 tablespoons hemp hearts  1…