London vegan news, reviews & events
fatgayvegan There’s a certain kind of heartbreak that comes with losing a beloved vegan business.
You don’t just miss the food, you miss the people, the atmosphere, the memories. I’ve been around the vegan scene in London for long enough to have seen some absolute legends close up shop, and today I’m reflecting on five of them that really left their mark.
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Sometimes doing the right thing feels like a sacrifice. But sometimes it tastes like crispy golden batter and a pile of chips.
The No Catch Co in Brighton is one of those rare and beautiful things that proves doing good can also be deeply satisfying.
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Every now and then a memory of good eating hits me so clearly I can almost taste it again.
That happened to me recently when I caught a glimpse online of the new dishes at Twelve Eatery in Bournemouth.
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Mono in Glasgow has always been a special place for me.
It’s been far too long since I set foot in that glorious space. Years, in fact. Pre-COVID. But still, I think about it often. I miss it. Mono isn’t just a café bar or a music venue. It’s a cornerstone. A cultural institution. A big-hearted, fried vegan fish-slinging legend in the middle of Glasgow.
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Club Mexicana is mentioned a lot on this blog.
The Mexican-inspired comfort food business has been serving London for more than 10 years and their loaded nachos are a FGV favourite.
Now people outside of London have the chance to find out why I’m always shouting about Club Mex thanks to their upcoming festival tour around (selected parts of) the UK.
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Another Tuesday means another episode of Tell Me Where I’m Going (Wrong) podcast.
In episode 47, Josh and I chat about modern-day addiction, from compulsive eating and alcohol to dopamine-fuelled distraction. We reflect on our personal experiences with instant gratification and the societal structures that keep us constantly overstimulated.
As always, it’s a barrel of laughs! All the links are below.
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There are certain nights in London that make you feel like you’re in exactly the right place at the right time. A room full of friendly people. Outstanding food. Conversation that reminds you you’re not alone in wanting the world to be just that little bit better.
This is one of those nights.
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Thurrock Pride is on the horizon and I’m involved!
On Saturday 14th June, 2025 I’ll be heading to the Thameside Complex in Grays to sit on stage as part of the Pride panel line-up. They have kindly invited me along to be interviewed about my decade and a half of living as Fat Gay Vegan, the adventures that spring from that name, and the activism that keeps me going.
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I’ve been vegan for over 25 years. I’ve dedicated most of my adult life to speaking out about the exploitation of animals, celebrating plant-based innovation, and building inclusive spaces for people trying to make kinder choices.
So I hope what I’m about to say isn’t taken lightly. Comparing meat-eating to racism is not cool.
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Tucked away underneath one of London’s best-loved vegan restaurants is a treasure trove of dairy-free decadence that deserves a bit more noise made about it.
Yes, I’m talking about The Cheese Cellar, the underground delight hidden beneath Purezza in Camden. You might know Purezza for their game-changing pizzas, but if you haven’t ventured down the stairs and into their cheese-filled secret spot, let this be your polite-but-firm nudge.
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