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Maoz London closed?

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This is terrible news.

A reader named Chris posted on my Facebook page yesterday to ask if I knew anything about Maoz on Old Compton Street being closed. He said it was shut with no sign of it being temporary and the HappyCow listings site has it marked as closed.

I am devastated.

I can’t remember the number of times I’ve stumbled into the store for a bag of hot chips after a few too many pints at a nearby gay bar.

It really was one of the best places for vegans to eat in Central London.

Falafel and Belgian fries from Maoz in London
Falafel and Belgian fries from Maoz in London

I have emailed the company to see if they have any news regarding the closure. If you have any further information, please let me know.

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Queer Vegan Disco special event: One night only

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London has never really known a party like Queer Vegan Disco.

This now-defunct monthly night was always the brightest and best celebration of the LGBT community, our friends, fabulous music and compassion.

If you were one of our regulars, or someone who always thought they would like to attend but never quite made it, there is some great news in store for you.

Queer Vegan Disco returns for one night only this summer!

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Your host Fat Gay Vegan (that’s me!) will be back from a 6 month stay in Mexico City and is desperate to resurrect this night one more time.

We will be playing a LOT of our favourite Prince tunes as a celebration of the artist formerly known as the artist formerly known as Prince, plus we will have our usual mix of indie, pop, alternative, rock, dance, 80s, 90s and more.

Of course the venue for this QVD return is the always 100% vegan Kabaret in Wood Green.

We expect turnout to be huge for this one time event, so you will most definitely want to buy your ticket in advance to ensure your entry.

Advance tickets are just £3 plus a small booking fee. If we have any space left on the night, door tickets will be £5. Click here to buy your ticket now.

You should also RSVP to the Facebook event and use the invite button to tell all your friends.

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New vegan ice creams in London!

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Oh dear. I don’t want these new vegan ice creams, I seriously NEED them.

I have written about Juice Baby in the past. This small food provider on impossibly ritzy King’s Road in West London is home to a delicious raw taco bowl and the most glorious caramel slice (read about the eatery here).

News has just reached me of the brand new addition to the Juice Baby line up and if you don’t mind, I’d rather let the photo do all the talking.

I’m not being hysterical when I say they might very well be the finest vegan ice creams I have ever set my chubby eyes upon.

Juice Baby has just moved to the number one spot on places I must visit as soon as I return to London in July. Please dear readers, don’t eat them all before I get there.

Follow Juice Baby on Instagram.

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Closed vegan café in London set to reopen

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Vegan Hippo didn’t exactly disappear with a lot of tears.

The Soho-based café was a bit more miss than hit and loving reviews weren’t flowing from the mouths of diners. However, the owners have seemingly taken advantage of their down time in order to reevaluate how they create and serve food.

And now they are back on the scene. The following message was posted on the Vegan Hippo Facebook page two days ago:

Vegan Hippo is about to reopen! We’ve listened to feedback and are starting again with a new and improved menu, and lots of take-away food too for eating in the park or taking to the office. All suggestions welcomed! Tell us anything you’d especially like to see us offer. Thank you!

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Are you excited about the return of Vegan Hippo?

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Best vegan food in London just got better

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Do you remember when I swore a lot about the food from Cook Daily?

In this blog post (and this one) I wasn’t shy about telling you how freaking awesome this Shoreditch food provider is and I insisted you should all get over there to eat.

Well, now it appears the best food in London has gone and gotten an upgrade.

King from Cook Daily tagged me in this short Instagram video to let me know how the already amazing Full English bowl has been improved.

Check it out!

Yes!

I’m loving life in Mexico City at the moment but I would be the happiest FGV on the planet if I could get my hands on this bowl in East London.

Head on in to Cook Daily for this food glory and please say hi from a very hungry and jealous FGV.

Follow Cook Daily on Instagram.

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Nigerian vegan pop up event in London

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There is some bad news and some good news.

Bad news.

A short while ago you missed an amazing Nigerian vegan pop up event by chef Tomi Makanjuola that left people raving.

Check out these photos.

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The good news?

Tomi is hosting a second edition of this Nigerian pop up so you no longer have to feel sad about missing out.

Get along on May 11, 2016 at La Suite West Hotel at 7:00pm. Of course you will need a ticket, so click here to book.

Tomi has announced the menu for this next event and it includes:

Starter: Avocado and roasted corn salad with cassava crispbread

Main: Yam pottage with quinoa and vegetable crisps

Dessert: Decadent chocolate mousse with pineapple meringue 

Book your seat and make sure you also visit Tomi’s blog, The Vegan Nigerian.

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Vegan jobs in London

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Vegan jobs don’t come along very often, so I feel it is worth a blog post when two come along at once.

Legendary vegan business Ms. Cupcake is taking on new people across their Brixton store front and their behind the scenes office. So whether you like making delicious vegan cake or just helping promote it by keeping things running smoothly, their is a job for you.

ROLE 1: Full Time Bakery Assistant
40 hours per week – working 8 hour shifts on 5 days each week.

ROLE 2: Part Time Admin Assistant
Role Overview: To supply administrative support to the Ms. Cupcake shop and office. To ensure accurate processing of customer orders, data entry, stock ordering and financial reconciliation.

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You can click here to find the full job descriptions and how to apply for work with one of the most famous and well-loved vegan names in the UK.

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Gourmet vegan food in Shoreditch

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Joey’s Kitchen is a newish food business run by a group of friends named Samantha, Fran and John. This terrific trio recently set up business with a residency at Joyeux Bordel cocktail bar in Shoreditch until the end of May 2016, plus there are a few other places where you will see them popping up.

“But what about the food!” I hear  you scream.

The menu is sparse but certainly not basic. The three items on offer include a homemade seitan hot dog, stacked nachos and their signature Jarlsberg style cheese grilled sourdough sandwich, all of which can be served loaded up with different toppings.

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The people behind Joey’s Kitchen like to talk about their culinary influences, but one look at those toppings will give you all the info you need.

The food business started off a few years ago doing event catering and supper clubs and then just over 6 months ago moved into DIY Space for London, a south London arts and social centre. Joey’s Kitchen is based there every Saturday and Sunday during the day offering food, sweet stuff plus coffee and other drinks.

In addition, the foodies will soon be running a stall at the street food market in their local Leytonstone area and have lots of exciting other things on the cards for the coming months!

Wanna see the food at the Shoreditch pop up? Here you go!

All nachos Grilled cheese Hotdog Nachos

Investigate the gorgeous food of Joey’s Kitchen by getting along to their Shoreditch pop up. How can you say no to the above images?! Host venue website with address and hours here.

You can like Joey’s Kitchen on Facebook and follow them on both Twitter and Instagram.

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Vegan pop up dinner in Walthamstow

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How about doing something wonderful for your belly this Saturday night?

Book your ticket and get along to this exquisite 3-course vegan supper club being hosted inside the Hornbeam Café in Walthamstow, East London.

The café regularly allows volunteers to take over the venue for special vegan dining experiences and with a Spring theme this weekend, you’ll want to make sure you are a part of it.

The menu this Saturday night includes:

Starter – Spring garlic soup with julienne spring vegetables and mushrooms

Main – A selection of sharing platters
Spring vegetable roll with peanut sauce – Docola (chickpea flan) – Roasted purple sprouting broccoli with chilli and garlic – Orange, carrot and watercress salad dressed with fennel and preserved lemon – Mixed leaf green salad with fresh herbs – New potatoes marinated in preserved lemons and coriander – Pakoras (crispy fried vegetables)

Dessert – Rhubarb and ginger fool topped with roasted hazelnut praline

This 3-course extravaganza will set you back only £20 or if you are not an adult, £10. Click here to book your spot now.

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The Hornbeam Café is at 458 Hoe Street in Walthamstow, E17 9AH. You can phone them on 020 8558 6880. The Spring vegan supper club is this Saturday 30th April, 2016 between 7:30pm and 9:30pm.

Book now to support vegan events, independent business and kick ass volunteers.

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Glorious vegan calzone comes to London

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I know this news is going to make a lot of people happy. Really happy.

Actually, the happiness-inducing news is in a few parts. Let me break it down for you.

A new vegan mozzarella is launching very soon across London. Created by the talented Anne’s Vegan Pleasures, the Melt Me mozzarella looks stunning. Check out the photos below:

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This stuff looks fabulous and is being packaged and prepared for retail outlets as I type.

If you can’t wait until you can buy it in your local health food store, I’ve got some top news for you.

Melt Me has teamed up with Italian street trader Orso for a series of outings where they will bring glorious vegan calzone to the hungry masses starting this weekend!

Get along this weekend to try some decadent Vegan Calzone Fritti. They will be selling two varieties including asparagus with wild garlic, tomato and Melt Me mozzarella as well as aubergine with mushroom, tomato and Melt Me mozzarella.

You can find these tasty treats at the following locations:

Friday April 22, 2016 between 10am and 3pm at Startisans Market 77 Shelton Street Covent garden

Friday April 22, 2016 between 6pm and 10pm and Saturday April 23, 2016 between 2pm and 10pm at Open Jack Weekender New River Studios 199 Eade Rd, London N4 1DN

Saturday April 23, 2016 between 10am and 4pm Partridges Market, Duke of York Square, Chelsea

Sunday April 24, 2016 between 10am and 3pm at Alexandra Palace Farmers Market

Now that all the info has been shared, who wants to see some photos of the vegan calzone?!

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