I’ve been vegan for over two and a half decades and one comment I am completely worn out by is, “I would be vegan but I could never give up cheese’.
While that might have been more believable back when I became vegan (didn’t stop me though!), in 2026 there are so many delicious vegan alternatives that giving up cheese doesn’t feel like a hard ask anymore.
And if you want to convince someone just how incredible vegan cheese can be, send them this vegan cheese starter bundle from online grocery store Saporia.
WAVE is a much-loved vegan cafe in Hackney Central.
News has filtered through this week of the eatery undergoing a freshen up not only in terms of how it looks, but how they are going to strengthen their offerings and remain a vibrant independent business.
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After what feels like a lifetime of plotting and planning, London Vegan Beer Fest is coming back on Saturday 19 September, 2026. Yes, really. It has been gone since 2018 and now it is returning.
And I’m excited to hear from independent breweries and food traders who want to be a part of the day in Mile End, East London.
One of London’s most beloved vegan businesses is undergoing a shake up.
The Third Estate is the legendary vegan shoe store and ethical boutique with two locations, but the original spot is currently closed with a change to come!
