Issue 76 October 2021

Vegan Life Magazine

Hello – October 2021

Hello, Welcome to October! A month filled with goldening leaves and darkening nights, toffee apples, scary movies and pumpkin-spiced just-about-everything….

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Why am I Vegan – October 2021

Why am I Name: Becky JonesAge: 36NUMBER OF YEARS VEGAN: 34Location: Herne Bay, Kent I WENT VEGAN BECAUSE… My parents…

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Vegan News – October 2021

All things vegan news from the worlds of entertainment, politics, sports, animal advocacy and more. Editor’s Choice Nail Polish in…

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WIN: A Natural Chef vegan cooking class

Want to learn how to cook vegan, for everyday living? Well, one lucky winner can! The College of Naturopathic Medicine...

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VEGAN ENTREPRENEUR – October 2021

Sarwat Jaleel Kushboo Soaps Kushboo soaps, founded by vegan entrepreneur Sarwat Jaleel, is a Lancashire-based, multi-award-winning soap and skincare business,…

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Follow me socially – October 2021

Abby Sophy, AKA @veganbrownting Based in London, gorgeous vegan blogger Abby shares a wonderful mixture of vegan food recommendations and…

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3 of the best – Halloween sweets

Halloween sweets Candy Kittens Conscious Candy Co Biona Organic

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Over to you October 2021

Thank you for your Vegan Out And About recommendation in the September issue – Penn’s Gourmet Vegan Burgers. I stopped…

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Yvonne O’Halloran – Whole Food Diet

Vegan Life meets… Yvonne O’Halloran Passionate about a whole food plant-based diet and vegan living, dietitian Yvonne O’Halloran helps people…

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Ask the experts – Vegan Paint

Ask the Each month, send us your questions and we’ll pitch them to those in the know. Whether you’re unsure…

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Vegan Life Loves – October 2021

Vegan Life’s favourites this month Alpro Greek Style Oat No-Porkies Thai Style Vegan Cocktail Sausages with Sweet Chilli Sauce Italian…

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Blueberry Goji & Almond Rice Pudding

A thick and creamy bowl of vegan and refined sugar-free rice pudding that is sweet and sticky enough for dessert...

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Rise & Shine Winter Porridge

This winter porridge is loaded with vitamins from mango, banana, kiwi, orange and pomegranate. Topped with almond butter, almonds and...

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Matcha & Coconut Overnight Porridge with Fresh Figs

The combination of flavours of this matcha and coconut overnight porridge is just so delicious and refreshing.

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Porridge with Blueberries & Chia Jam

A tasty breakfast porridge that is packed with goodness from the seeds and fruit.

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Vanilla Cinnamon Porridge

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Chia Porridge Yoghurt Breakfast Bowl

The best of porridge, chia pudding and yoghurt in one simple recipe, that will take you literally five minutes to...

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Millet Porridge with Apple, Blueberry & Cinnamon Compote

Millet is naturally gluten-free, so this porridge is suitable for anyone with an intolerance or allergy. Using a natural sweetener...

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Horlicks Vegan Porridge

Using Vegan Horlicks adds a delicious depth to this tasty and warming porridge.

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Amaranth Porridge with Rhubarb Raspberry Compote

Amaranth is a highly nutritious gluten free grain that’s high in fibre and protein making it an ideal breakfast option...

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5 amazing autumn essentials

5 autumn essentials 5 Autumn Essentials – Sensational style picks to see you through the season – By Victoria Featherstone-Pearce….

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My small, cheap vegan wedding

Getting married doesn’t need to be expensive, but it can help to support local plant-based businesses. Here is my vegan…

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The Vegan Beauty Edit – October 2021

The vegan beauty products you need on your radar this month Inika Organic Loose Mineral Foundation SPF25 Dr PawPaw Shimmer…

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SEEN The Best Vegan Hair Care

Dr Iris Rubin, dermatologist and founder of SEEN talks to us about the vegan haircare brand Tell us about SEEN….

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Who is Miss World 2003?

Maria Slough goes on an emotional journey with Rosanna Davison – Miss World 2003 In December 2003, on the small…

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California Walnut, Aubergine & Mushroom Keema Curry

A quick curry that can be whipped up with minimal fuss for a tasty and nutritious lunch or dinner.

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Simple Snow Peas with Red Curry Coconut Broth

This simple Thai-inspired dish is perfect for cosying up with on a chilly afternoon. It’s both spicy and sweet —...

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Chickpea Curry with Coconut Chutney

This version of chana masala is super simple and delicious, and because it’s protein-rich and full of complex carbohydrates, it’s...

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Coconut, Jackfruit & Lime Curry

This quick curry takes around 35-40 minutes to make and tastes delicious!

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Coconut & Chilli Banana Blossom Noodle Curry

A fragrant and vibrant coconut chilli banana blossom curry served with noodles, lots of greens, cucumber and lime wedges. Naturally...

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New Potato & Tomato Curry

One for the whole family, even the fussy eaters can’t say no to this simple curry. The slightly fried potatoes...

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Cumin & Mango Powder Cauliflower Pepper Sabji

The soft cauliflower combined with crunchy peppers and basic spices makes this a simple yet stunning sabji, great to serve...

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Tamarind Aubergine Curry

If you are an aubergine fan, then this dish is sure to become your next favourite thing. The fried aubergine...

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Avocado Curry Noodles

Healthy fats like avocado and coconut milk help us absorb nutrients, are vital for brain health and are necessary when...

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Thai-Style Curry with Black-Eyed Peas

Thai curry paste is a fantastic way to quickly add plenty of flavour into a dish, saving you lots of...

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Frighteningly Good Halloween Drinks

Halloween Drinks for enjoying By Oliver Coningham Halloween is much like Christmas, with some people excited about the prospect of…

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Grow Your Own: Pumpkins and Squash

Delicious in soups and wonderful to carve for Halloween, pumpkins and squashes are now in season By Piers Warren Although…

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The best vegan chocolate

This month marks Halloween, and we all know what that means don’t we? An excuse to indulge in as much…

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Oumph! Döner Kebab Pittas & Yoghurt Mint Sauce

4 soft pitta breads, lightly toasted 1 packet of Oumph! Kebab Döner Style (280g) 60ml (2 fl oz) water, for…

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Vegan Podcast talks: comfort food

The guests from episode seven of the Vegan Podcast share their top tips for creating the most delicious comfort food…

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Ultimate Guide to Winter Health

Get your body and mind ready for the colder weather with our ultimate guide to autumn and winter health The…

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Have a healthy winter

Have a healthy winter The products you need to keep your mind and body in gear Achieve your maximum potential…

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Did you know these Spice Benefits?

Did you know that certain spice benefits for your health? By Amy Rohu As the evenings get dark and the…

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Pumpkin Bread

There are no tricks, here! Only sweet and savoury treats for children and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting a party...

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Easy Pumpkin Soup with Hidden Beans

This easy pumpkin soup is definitely one for the picky eaters! It’s thick, velvety and so full of flavour. Best...

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Pumpkin Pasta Sauce

This sweet and savoury vegan pumpkin sauce is perfect for an easy dinner and great for a delicious meal prep...

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Hot Dog Mummies

Delicious vegan hotdogs that are fun to make and eat — both children and adults will love these full flavoured...

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Pumpkin Spice Trail Mix

This pumpkin spice trail mix is loaded with a variety of nuts, dried fruit and a pumpkin spice flavour. Snack...

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Pumpkin Mousse Parfait

Absolutely delicious pumpkin mousse parfait. If you like pumpkin pie, but not the crust, here is a creamy take on...

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Meringue Monsters

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Pumpkin & Oat Spider Truffles

The perfect addition to your Halloween party this year. With the creamy pumpkin and cashew butter, they will definitely be...

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Cursed Apple Cake

This cake is the perfect cursed centrepiece for your Halloween celebrations! All the decorative elements on their own are not...

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Vegan Vanilla Cake (for Cursed Apple Cake)

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Mini Pumpkin Bundt Cakes

These fun and fluffy mini pumpkin Bundt cakes are vegan and paleo and are made using an easy dairy-free glaze....

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Monster Cookies

Made with one bowl and ready in 30 minutes. It’s a healthier twist on the classic, colourful dessert we all...

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Anxiety reducing activities to try in 2021

Six ways to anxiety reducing activities By Chelsea Plaskitt For many people the last year-and-a-half has been both emotionally and…

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Veg in focus: The powerful pumpkin

Pumpkins are loaded with vitamin C, E, iron and folate, and taste delicious in soups, curries and cakes By Guilda…

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Ketogenic diets – friend or foe?

It’s time to investigate the hype behind a high-fat, low-carb diet By plant-based dietitian, Yvonne O’Halloran Ketogenic diets have become…

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Friends not food

When I made the decision to be vegan it was friends not food, that I found the most challenging.

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Cottage Pie

Cottage pie is the ultimate comfort food, and you can satisfy vegans and meat eaters with this recipe. It has...

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Spinach & Ricotta Pies

Tasty and quick to make, these spinach and ricotta pies are a fantastic dinner option.

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Lentil, Spinach & Mushroom Pie

This recipe is simple but so comforting. It makes a proper winter dinner with minimal effort. A good tip here...

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Wild Mushroom, Cranberry & Chestnut Pies

Rich and flavoursome pies, filled to the brim with thyme-fried wild mushrooms, port-soaked cranberries and sweet chestnuts, encased in cranberry-sauce...

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Deep Dish Pie

This is a totally gorgeous pie — bring this to the table and everyone will sigh with delight. And as...

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Like Mini Drumsticks, Root Mash & Gravy

What goes perfectly with a slice of vegetable pie? Mash and drumsticks, of course! Jazz up your mash by adding...

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Balsamic Sunflower Baby Plum Tartlets

A quick and easy elegant dish to prepare as a starter, snack or as a main dish. Colourful and really...

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Red Dragon Pie

A nutty crunchy peanut filling; combo of tamari, soy sauce, earthy cumin and smoked paprika, topped with crispy cheesy golden...

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It’s a Vegan World – October 2021

Stories from around the globe celebrating all things vegan Wolfsburg, Germany: Volkswagen HQ transitions canteen menu to ‘mostly’ plant-based Europe’s…

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