London vegan news, reviews & events
The time has come to say goodbye to London Vegan Social.
This monthly event has been part of my life for about four years, but in truth, it was the continuation of something I’ve been doing for more than a decade. From the early days of London Vegan Drinks and London Vegan Potluck right through to the present, these gatherings have been a huge part of my life. They’ve been places where friendships were formed, collaborations were born, and where kindness was always on the menu.
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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?
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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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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 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.
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!
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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.
Today I came across a news story that made me pause.
The RAF has announced that air crews who identify as vegan will now be able to wear uniforms and boots that don’t use animal products. You can read the full piece behind the Telegraph paywall.
My feelings are a bit complicated.
Read more below.
How does a vegan holiday by the sea sound to you? What if I told you that you could enjoy it at half the usual price while also giving your time to care for rescued animals?
The Miggi, a vegan guesthouse just 100 metres from the sandy Devon coast, has come up with a beautiful way to support their local animal sanctuary, Hakuna Matata Animal Trust. This small charity is home to pigs, sheep, rabbits, gerbils and cats, and like many sanctuaries, it is in desperate need of extra pairs of hands.
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For much more than a decade now, London Vegan Social has been bringing people together.
It has run under different names over the years, but the heart of it has always stayed the same. In a world that seems more determined than ever to keep us isolated, I try to make a little pocket of safety, laughter, and connection once a month.
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Earlier today I found myself in a central London hospital for an appointment. Getting old is no joke so I won’t make one.
With some time to spare, I wandered into the cafeteria to see what sort of vegan food might be on offer. What I found was not especially inspiring. The main vegan option appeared to be what I can only describe as a mummified baked potato, sitting sadly under the lights and looking as if it had been waiting far too long for anyone to take an interest.
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