London vegan news, reviews & events
fatgayvegan I’ve been in these plant-based streets for a long time now, so it takes a lot to ruffle my receding hairline.
But every now and then something happens in the vegan world that manages to give me a rush of excitement and this week that buzz came back when legendary restaurant chain Purezza announced something big.
If you are a big vegan cheese fan, you will want to keep reading below for the full story.
If you pop into your local supermarket this week you might spot something new in the chilled section that will make you stop in your tracks.
How about pastrami, but vegan?
Read more below.
Episode 64 of Tell Me Where I’m Going (Wrong) podcast is out now.
Josh and I chat about famous Australians, Mexican pop culture, political organising, and obesity as a class issue.
It’s the usual mix of lighthearted topics and serious issues.
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If you appreciate my blog posts and the work I do to support vegan business and challenge injustice, please consider making a one time small donation of a couple of quid online here. You might also be in the position to sponsor my work on an regular basis via Patreon.
You can order my book ‘Fat Gay Vegan: Eat, Drink and Live Like You Give a Sh!t’ online now. It has been out a while now but is still a good read. You can also listen to the Audiobook read by me!
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The Green Party of England and Wales has been a powerful force for years but since Zack Polanski was elected leader in a landslide, the energy has shifted up a few gears.
This isn’t the usual political noise we’ve all grown weary of. It’s a clear, hopeful message that cuts through the mess of greed and despair that has dominated our politics for far too long.
And I’m hopeful that many of you you will will consider voting Green at the next opportunity.
Read more below.
There is a lot going on in London and we are never short of interesting and unique things to do.
With that said, this news about a classic animal-friendly Hollywood blockbuster screening coupled with live music and karaoke is surprising even by London standards!
Read more below.
Back in the early years of my veganism, supper clubs were all the rage.
There weren’t a lot of plant-based options in mainstream restaurants and vegan restaurants were thin on the ground, so enterprising food creators took it upon themselves to cook for hungry, kind people in their own homes.
It might sound a little strange to newbie vegans but we were all really up in each other’s houses eating multi-course meals. It was our way of enjoying adventurous cuisine while we waited for the rest of the world to catch up.
If you missed out on this sub-sultural phenomenom, there is great news.
Jhenn of RONIN Dining is still welcoming people into her home for exquisite, handcrafted meals that are simply unforgettable.
Read more below.
The Gate has been a leading plant-based destination in west London for decades and the team is always looking for ways to impress and innovate.
In that vein, diners can now book to enjoy the upcoming mushroom festival this month in Hammersmith.
Read more below.
The leaves are turning and the temperature is dipping across London, which means it is time for you to start planning your annual vegan Christmas meal with friends, family, or work colleagues.
Plant-based restaurant chain Mildreds has released news of their festive offering for 2025 and it might just be the right spot for your get together.
Read more below.
Not everything on this blog is about vegan food.
I’ve been writing on this platform for 15 years. When you write with passion, belief, and honesty for that amount of time, elements of your personal story make their way into the space no matter if you intend for it to happen or not.
Over the years as FGV, I’ve shared my concerns for the future of the planet, my journeys and relationships, and my physical and mental health struggles. I’ve enjoyed sharing personal insights with my readers and I feel it is this openness that has kept so many of you connected and coming back for a decade and a half.
In the spirit of (over)sharing, I want to take a slight detour from business as usual today to share with you a personal story that means a lot to me.
Read more below.
Tuesday is podcast day!
In the latest episode of Tell Me Where I’m Going (Wrong), Josh and I chat about how class war is very real in 2025. Politicians and media want us to blame our crappy lives on Trans people, migrants, and refugees when really the problem is capitalism and wealth hoarding.
As usual it’s a laugh a minute!
Watch or listen on YouTube:
Listen on Apple Podcasts:
Watch or listen on Spotify:
You can browse older episodes on the YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify channels.
Follow Tell Me Where I’m Going (Wrong) on Instagram and Threads.
If you appreciate my blog posts and the work I do to support vegan business and challenge injustice, please consider making a one time small donation of a couple of quid online here. You might also be in the position to sponsor my work on an regular basis via Patreon.
You can order my book ‘Fat Gay Vegan: Eat, Drink and Live Like You Give a Sh!t’ online now. It has been out a while now but is still a good read. You can also listen to the Audiobook read by me!
Follow me on Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Facebook, and Blue Sky.