Plant-based fast food chain Neat Burger has announced the launch of its first ever steak product: a sandwich in collaboration with Chunk Foods. The Chunk Steak Sandwich is available to buy at the NOLITA location in New York City. It features a sliced Chunk Filet, dairy-free blue cheese, cilantro chipotle…
The global vegan yogurt market is set to reach USD $12.2 billion by 2033 while rising at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of six percent, forecasters have predicted. In a report published earlier this week, experts stated that increasing demand in alternatives like oat, soy, cashew, and almond…
Last week, nine riot police vans pulled up at Cuori Liberi animal sanctuary in Pavia, Italy. They were there to kill nine rescued pigs because they lived within an African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreak area. Videos show police dragging away activists who had turned up to protect the pigs. According to the…
*Warning: this article contains images that some might find distressing* Salmon at farms supplying major UK supermarkets were “plagued” with sea lice and jellyfish blooms during an unprecedented marine heatwave this summer, according to a new investigation. Vegan charity Viva! Captured footage from…
Plant-based meat brand THIS has secured up to £4 million of investment in advertising inventory from UK broadcaster ITV. THIS will be able to advertise across ITV’s channels and streaming service, ITVX, in exchange for ITV gaining a minority equity stake in the company. The deal marks the first time…
This is paid-for content* [what is this?] You, a hammock, and the refreshing waters of Bacalar’s Blue Lake in Mexico… Can it get any better? It can — all-inclusive plant-based meals, off-grid eco-resort, and a companion of your choice to share in the experience. Plant Based News has partnered…
Cheese brand Cathedral City is expanding its vegan cheese range with two new dairy-free products: a mature cheddar-style block and spread. The plant-based cheeses, named “Our Plant Based Extra Mature Block” and “Our Plant Based Cheddar Flavour Spread,” are now available in 210 Sainsbury’s stores…
A few years ago, the very idea of vegan bacon would have seemed a distant dream – but there are now a wide range of brands making realistic plant-based rashers and lardons that often resemble the real thing. Many vegans, vegetarians, and plant-based eaters will have experienced the “but bacon tho…”…
Autumn is officially here, meaning many of us are swapping BBQs, salads, and sandwiches for warm and comforting recipes like soups, stews, and dahl. If you’re looking for some easy and delicious vegan fall recipes, look no further than this apple and ginger dahl. Dahl (sometimes spelt “dal” or…
Turmeric could be as effective as over-the-counter medicine for treating indigestion, according to a new study. Turmeric, the root of a plant from the ginger family, has long been used in Southeast Asian cooking and for medicinal purposes. It contains an active compound, curcumin, which is thought to…
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced that he is scrapping plans to tax meat. But such a tax to force a reduction in consumption was never a Tory or Labour policy. Sunak’s rejection of the “plan” is part of his U-turn on the government’s plans that were part of the UK’s legally-binding…
Roast dinners are wildly popular in the UK, and there’s no reason why people on plant-based diets should miss out. If you’re looking for vegan roast dinner ideas and recipes, look no further than this roasted aubergine steak. While Sunday roasts traditionally rely on meats like beef, pork, and chicken…
What’s thought to be the world’s first 3D printed vegan salmon filet has hit supermarket shelves in Germany and Austria. Austrian plant-based seafood company Revo Foods has made the filet – named “THE FILET – Inspired by Salmon” – using algae, pea protein, and mycoprotein from Swedish company…
A newly-released book explores how the fashion industry has exploited animals, people, and the planet, and how it can change to prioritize our collective well-being. Written by Emma Hakansson, founding director of the non-profit Collective Fashion Justice, Total Ethics Fashion: People, our fellow animals…
An American beef producer has recalled more than 58,000 pounds of ground beef products due to a possible E. coli contamination. A sample of beef collected by a state public health agency from Wisconsin-based beef company American Foods Group tested positive for a strain of E. coli bacteria called STEC…
If you’re planning a plant-based dinner party, date night, or just an evening in alone, Italian food is always a good bet. Vegan Italian recipes are easier than ever to come by, due in part to the rising popularity and prevalence of dairy-free cheese. This vegan aubergine parmigiana recipe requires…
France’s agriculture minister, Marc Fesneau, has encouraged farmers to produce more cheap meat through intensive farming at a large agribusiness event, the Guardian reports. With inflation pushing up food prices, French consumers have been choosing cheap meat over organic products. “Animal welfare…
If you’ve recently adopted a plant-based diet and are looking for some easy vegan meat recipes, a new cookbook that offers meat-free versions of classic chicken, pork, lamb, and beef dishes has just been released in the UK. MEAT comes from vegan chef duo BOSH!, made up of UK-based friends Henry Firth…
Many plant-based eaters will know that mushrooms are a hugely versatile ingredient, used in pastas, stir-fries, risottos, and curries around the world. Some people may not be aware that mushrooms can also be made into meat alternatives: used to make steaks, meatballs, and scallops. This recipe shows…
If you follow a plant-based diet and thought steak nights were a thing of the past, you’ll be relieved to know that the vegan steak market has catapulted in recent years. Meat-free steaks are now available in supermarkets and stores across the world, but what do you serve them with? Brandy peppercorn…
The Swiss government has launched a new Climate Strategy for Agriculture and Food, which outlines the benefits of reducing meat consumption in the country. The strategy states that the greenhouse gases emitted to produce food must be reduced by two-thirds per person by 2050 compared to 2020 levels. Emissions…
It’s still just about warm enough to have your friends round for an al fresco meal, and you may be looking for the perfect vegan BBQ recipes to do this. These meat-free chili dogs are a great plant-based dish to impress your guests, whether it’s for a casual dinner, party, or outside BBQ. Many people…
Circuses have featured performing animals since their inception. As people have become more concerned about cruel tactics used to train many “circus animals,” the number and types of animals used in circuses has diminished. Nearly 30 countries now have bans on the use of wild animals in circuses. …
At last night’s Apple “Wonderlust” event, the company announced plans to phase out leather in line with sustainability goals. Apple will offer no new phone cases, wallets, and watch straps containing leather. Instead, it will use alternatives, one of these being a new textile called FineWoven…
If you’re planning to do some baking this weekend and are on the lookout for vegan cake recipes, look no further than this egg and dairy-free red velvet cake. Red velvet cakes are hugely popular desserts eaten in many countries in the world. They are known for their distinctive red color, as well as…
