London vegan news, reviews & events
There is something special about standing in a field with a drink in your hand while a grown adult dressed vaguely like Freddie Mercury belts out arena classics into the afternoon sky.
And in 2026, London Vegan Beer Fest is embracing that energy.
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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.
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Restaurants can have a tough time getting diners interested early in the week, so this London vegan restaurant chain has come up with a great incentive.
How about a free carafe of wine with dinner?
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I’m so old-fashioned. I often read the free community newspapers that you find near the front door of supermarkets. I like sticking my beak into local news.
Today I picked up a copy of the Islington Gazette and while flicking through the pages, I found out there is such a thing as a Paddington themed afternnon tea served on a double decker bus.
And there is a vegan option!
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The almost 16-year FGV journey has been a wild ride of ups and downs.
I’ve written more blog posts than I could possibly remember, hosted supper clubs, curated markets, traveled on cruises, published a book, spoken on panels, and met thousands of people.
One of the things I’ve been most proud of throughout all this time is London Vegan Beer Fest and I was sad when it came to a premature end in 2018.
But now it is back in a big way and early bird tickets are on sale now!
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If you are interested in great vegan beer and you care about Queer visibility, you need to know about Queer Brewing in East London.
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I love bringing you news about exciting vegan and vegan-friendly events in London and I’ve certainly reported on some wild and wonderful happenings over the years.
But this vegan wine and cheese tasting event in South London is definitely one of the more unique things I’ve shared.
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Brass Castle Brewery is nothing short of legendary.
Based in Yorkshire and proudly 100% vegan, Brass Castle has been doing things properly for a long time. This is not a brewery that jumped on veganism or sustainability because it looked good on a website. It is how they operate every single day.
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I am always interested when a drinks brand gets in touch and says they are vegan, Queer-owned, and genuinely putting something back into the community.
Even more so when it is clear they are not just lazily slapping a rainbow on a bottle.
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As you all know, because I haven’t shut up about it, I’m helping to host a special plant-based food and drink experience this Saturday January 24th, 2026 out at Blackhorse Road, East London.
Veganuary Fest is a collaboration between vegan brewery Signature Brew and food experts Feed The Village from midday this Saturday.
Take a look at six items that have grabbed my attention. I will be investigating further!
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