London vegan news, reviews & events
I still remember the days when eating vegan in Paris meant cobbling together a picnic from a health food shop.
Those times were fine, and we did what we had to do, but what a different city it is now. And right at the top of the “what a time to be alive” list is Land & Monkeys.
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I recently found myself back inside Disneyland Paris for the first time in more than twenty years.
Yes, two full decades have passed since I last roamed those pastel-paved walkways and heard It’s a Small World on an endless loop. And let me tell you, while the park has changed in a lot of ways, one thing has definitely improved: vegan food.
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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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You know I love sharing stories of plant-based goodness, and today I’ve got a real treat for you.
Pop legend, vocal powerhouse, and all-round icon Leona Lewis has taken her love for animals and the planet to a whole new level by opening not one, but two vegan coffee shops in the Los Angeles area.
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There are few things I love more than planning imaginary trips to places I can’t afford.
You know the vibe. One browser tab open to a budget spreadsheet with minus numbers, another tab open to an article about the best vegan pizza in Naples.
So instead of pretending I’ve been everywhere and know it all, here’s my list of 10 cities around the world I would visit as a vegan… if my bank account didn’t look like a horror film.
Please read below for the full fantasy holiday rundown.
I’ve just realised something both hilarious and heartwarming.
My first ever Instagram post was made all the way back on 27 May, 2013. That means I have been faffing about on the app for nearly 12 years. A dozen years of food pics, community updates, bad choices, and thankfully not too many selfies.
But here is the twist. My blog actually started in December 2010. That is two and a half years of vegan ramblings online before I ever even thought to open the Instagram app. Why did it take me so long?
Keep reading to see the extremely average photo that started it all.
Vegan travellers, rejoice.
If you have ever dreamed of staying somewhere that truly gets you, I have just the place. It is plant-based paradise by the sea, bursting with personality, run by passionate people who have been vegan for decades, and has some delightful surprises waiting inside.
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Imagine waking up surrounded by the breathtaking Yorkshire Dales next to a babbling stream, knowing that every single thing in your hotel is 100% plant-based.
Sounds like a dream, right? Well, it’s a reality at Beck Hall, an entirely vegan hotel, bar, and restaurant tucked away in the charming village of Malham, Skipton.
I recently took a trip to the stunning island of Gran Canaria, and let me tell you, it did not disappoint.
Part of the Canary Islands archipelago, this sun-soaked spot offers breathtaking landscapes, from rugged mountains and lush countryside to vibrant cities buzzing with life. I had an absolute blast exploring everything the island had to offer, but what truly surprised me was the impressive number of vegan dining options scattered throughout Gran Canaria.
Who knew plant-based goodness could be found so easily in this island paradise?
From a cozy bakery with mouthwatering breads to a seaside restaurant dishing up creative vegan tapas, the island’s plant-based scene is thriving. Whether I was wandering through the city streets or soaking up the natural beauty of the countryside, I never had to look far for a delicious cruelty-free meal.
I’ve put together some Instagram Reels showcasing my vegan highlights from the trip. Check them out below and start planning your own Gran Canaria adventure!
Two entrepreneurs from Swansea have joined forces to open Swansea’s first 100% plant-based coffee shop.
Ground Plant Based Coffee, based on Francis Street in Brynmill, is a joint project between three times national Stand-Up-Paddleboard Champion, Matt Barker-Smith and Helen Wilson, founder of Womankind Yoga, who runs Europe’s largest Beach Yoga Class on Swansea Bay.
Matt and Helen found common ground in a passion for paddle boarding, the environment, better health and plant-based food which led them to make the commitment to create a new coffee bar in Swansea, where oat milk is served as standard.
Ground Plant Based Coffee has also committed to not selling any products in plastic, serving drinks using 100% biodegradable cups and lids.
All the food is made by hand by Helen, in her home kitchen in Craig Cefn Parc, near Clydach.
The takeaway only coffee bar is based within The Sup Hut, on Francis Street.
Matt says, “We wanted to open a business that represented all the things that are important to us, protecting the planet and encouraging people to lower their carbon footprint through food and drink choices. We have strived to do this with great barista coffee and sweet and savoury bites to eat, made only from plants.”
“The popularity of people taking up SUP, has led to a greater understanding of how important our oceans and our responsibility to the eco system that we take so much fore granted – which goes hand in hand with an increasing awareness that the impact of our diet plays on our personal carbon emissions and the future of our marine life and environment.”
Helen, who opened the doors also in celebration of her 40th birthday, says: “We have had a fantastic welcome from the local community and businesses and have been delighted at people’s reception to a coffee bar that serves only plant milks.”
Helen has worked in the vegan industry for 14 years as a professional animal rights campaigner, educator, consultant and chef. She has been following a vegan diet for 14 years and gave up meat when she was 10.
You can visit Ground Plant Based Coffee online and be sure to follow the cafe on Instagram and Facebook.