Posts by VeganLife
Airlines Must Stand Firm as Pro-Animal Testing Group Complains Over Their Refusals to Fly Lab Animals
The National Association of Biomedical Research has complained to the US Department of Transport, stating that airlines are discriminating against animal researchers by refusing the transportation of animals to laboratories. A formal complaint has been submitted on the unlawfulness of refusing to fly animals for use in testing, while transporting the same animals for other…
Read MoreMini Black-Bean Chimichangas with Avocado Dip
Serves 2-3 Nothing comes remotely close to the addictiveness of this combination (garlicky white beans and pesto has been the closest contender). I tend to think the old adage ‘if it ain’t broke…’ is particularly applicable here: not exactly groundbreaking chimichanga territory, but when it tastes this good, who cares? Ingredients 75ml olive oil 6…
Read More‘Chip-Shop’ Vegetable Curry
Serves 4 If you grew up in the UK or Ireland, you’ll no doubt be familiar with that late-night takeaway special, the incomparable ‘half and half’. For those unfamiliar with the concept, it’s a terribly inauthentic curry served with ‘half chips, half rice’. Sounds vile, but after a heavy night on the tiles it’s…
Read MoreGarlic & Onion Fried Rice, Fresh Sambal & Mashed Avocado
The sambal dish is inspired by Balinese cuisine. It awakens any dull dish that needs some extra oomph! Serves 2 Ingredients 440 g (2 cups) brown rice 1 tbsp coconut oil, for frying 2 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced 2 shallots, sliced For the sambal (makes one 200 g / 7 oz jar) 1…
Read MoreEpic Veggie Sandwich
We all lead busy lives, meaning that sometimes fast food is the solution. It doesn’t get quicker and tastier than this. Crunchy, fresh, tart, salty and delicious. Makes 2 sandwiches Ingredients 2 slices of red onion 2 slices of tomato 2 slices of yellow (bell) pepper 2 lettuce leaves 4 slices of good-quality shop-bought…
Read MoreBooktivism: Elena Jenkins
Elena Jenkins explains how her book, Veganism: Your Questions, Answered, can help transitioning vegans. We’ve all been there; rolled our eyes at questions about protein, smiled politely while a non-vegan proclaims their love for bacon, been there, done that, got the vegan t-shirt. Like it or lump it, being asked questions is something you sign up…
Read MoreCoconut Quinoa Curry
Ingredients: 1 tbsp coconut oil 1 large red onion, peeled and sliced 4 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated 2 green chillies, finely chopped 3 tbsp Thai yellow curry paste 2 tsp mild curry powder 400ml tin coconut milk 240ml (1 cup) water 1 vegetable stock cube 1…
Read MoreCake Batter Breakfast Bars
Makes 6–8 Bars Cake: It’s what’s for breakfast. When you wake up craving something sweet, you no longer need to curb the impulse to eat dessert first, thanks to these superlative, satisfying bars. The protein-rich base boasts a vibrant rainbow of sprinkles, nuts, and chocolates, right alongside a powerful dose of vital nutrients to help…
Read MorePho King Salad
Makes 4–5 Servings When you’re craving cold noodles but want the bold, distinctive flavors of Vietnamese pho, don’t just settle for any limp tangle of boring rice threads; make a pho king salad. True to its name, this dish rules all other noodle salads like a boss and makes no excuses for its audacious swagger.…
Read MoreUnilever to Collaborate with Humane Society International in a Bid to Ban Animal Testing
The consumer goods company Unilever has announced that they will be backing the Humane Society International (HSI) in their global campaign to ban animal testing. Unilever, consumer giants and second largest beauty company in the world owning brands such as Dove, TRESemme, Dermilogica and Lynx/Axe, are not renowned for having admirable ethics when it comes…
Read MoreThe Start of Vegan Bake Off Week – Our Essential Guide to Vegan Baking
Whether or not you have been following the popular TV series The Great British Bake Off, it’s hard to ignore the headlines and social media, advertising the fact that this week on GBBO, is vegan baking week. If you follow the show and you are vegan, this is probably the week you have been eagerly…
Read MoreVegan Life Exclusive: In Conversation with Vegan Frontman Josh Franceschi, from You Me At Six
Popular UK rock band You Me At Six have just launched their latest album, VI, and celebrated with a launch party at vegan restaurant Temple of Seitan, in Hackney. Vegan Life caught up with Josh Franceschi, the band’s frontman, for his views on veganism, why he decided to make the lifestyle change and how he…
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