Vegan 101

Many people think veganism is a new trend, but the history of veganism actually stretches back thousands of years. The word “vegan” was created in 1944 by Donald Watson when he founded The Vegan Society, but the idea of living without harming animals has appeared again and again in different places, religions, and cultures throughout...Read More

Many people want to dress well and care for the planet. That’s why more and more designers are creating fabrics that look like leather but are kinder to animals and the environment. These new sustainable leather alternatives let you enjoy stylish bags, shoes, and jackets—without harming animals or our planet. Why Replacing Leather Matters Leather...Read More

Making the perfect vegan smoothie is a little bit like making magic. You add a few simple ingredients into a blender, press a button, and suddenly you have a sweet, creamy, delicious drink that feels good for your body too. Over the last 13 years of being vegan, I’ve made hundreds (maybe thousands!) of smoothies....Read More

Many people are vegan or vegetarian and they might wonder if feta cheese is considered vegan. The answer is, of course, no, but don’t worry!  There are many other alternatives that you can enjoy instead of the feta cheese made from sheep or goat milk. This blog post will show you why it isn’t vegan...Read More

What are Legumes? Beans, lentils and peas are a member of the legume family (leguminosae) and they produce fruits and seeds in a pod which is the part that’s eaten. Something that makes legumes special is that they have unique features nutritionally including protein, fiber, carbohydrate and  many other minerals and vitamins. They are often...Read More