Vegan

Back in My Day… Vegan Days of Old

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Nowadays, being a vegan in the UK is easy.

You walk into your local supermarket and it’s all “suitable for vegans” this and “plant-based alternative” that. You can fill your basket with everything from laundry detergent to pasta sauce and spot the little vegan label with ease. Shampoo, toothpaste, bread, bottles of wine. If it exists, chances are there’s a version with a smug little “suitable for vegans” badge right on the front.

But let me tell you something. When I went vegan a quarter of a century ago, none of this existed. Supermarkets weren’t trying to woo us. Most of them didn’t even know (or care) we existed.

How did we cope back in the dark ages?

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One Planet Pizza New Recipes

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There are few things in this world that bring humans the same level of joy as a well-made pizza.

That’s why I’m sharing this little celebratory moment for One Planet Pizza. This father and son team has been confidently perfecting vegan pizza since 2016 and now seems as good a time as any to shout about them from the rooftops. Or at least from my blog.

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Geekstraveganza Is Back This Weekend

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It’s always heartening to see a community event not only survive but thrive over the years.

One such superstar of the grassroots vegan social scene is Geekstraveganza, the regular tabletop gaming meetup for vegans in London. If you’re someone who enjoys a strategy game with a side of vegan snacks, this is very much your vibe.

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Limited Edition Cooler Bag From Vegan Cheese Co.

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Tote bags are one of those things that you inexplicably collect and you are not sure how.

Over the past few years I’ve had to undertake a few tote bag declutters in order to stop myself from being completely overrun by branded cotton bags and supermarket bags that are meant to last a lifetime. I’ll be quietly minding my own business and thinking I don’t have many and the next thing I know, I have dozens.

After complaining about too many bags the last thing you might expect me to do is to recommend that you buy another one, but here we are. I’m wholeheartedly endorsing this bag for your consideration.

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Sanctuary Supper Club

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Something extremely tasty (and compassionate) is heading your way!

I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be hosting a brand-new monthly event at the iconic Unity Diner in London, kicking off on Monday 1st September 2025. The event is called Sanctuary Supper Club and it is exactly what it says on the tin. A gorgeous evening of eating incredible vegan food while raising vital funds for the animals living at Surge Sanctuary.

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One Year Of The Podcast

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Episode 52 of Tell Me Where I’m Going (Wrong) podcast is out now and because it is a weekly show, this means we are celebrating the one year anniversary.

Time flies!

Use all the links below to check out this latest episode in which we chat about vegan condoms, the allure of Mexico City, and the death of Julian McMahon.

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South Indian Food in Clapton with Chef Nishma

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There’s a very special cooking class coming up in just a few days and I’m telling you now because I don’t want you crying into your spice rack when it sells out and you’ve missed your chance.

The class is called the Plant Based South Indian Masterclass and it’s happening at the fabulous Made In Hackney vegan community kitchen.

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Plant Shack Lands In Shoreditch… And Brings Some Baggage With It

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Welcome to Shoreditch, Plant Shack.

If the name sounds familiar, it might be because Plant Shack is already a bit of a thing in Spain. They’ve got approximately eight locations across that country and now they’re giving the UK a go, with their first outpost right here in London. The Shoreditch location is well-decorated and is quite an attractive cafe.

There’s coffee, tea, brunch options, pastries, sandwiches, and a whole lot of juice.

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Wellness Warnings and Influencers From Hell

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I just finished watching a two-part documentary on Belle Gibson, the Australian wellness influencer who pretended to have terminal brain cancer and built a small empire off the back of that lie.

If you’re unfamiliar with the story, brace yourself. This influencer made hundreds of thousands of dollars (or possibly more) through app sales, a book deal, media appearances and brand partnerships, all while claiming she had treated herself through natural and alternative therapies.

She never had cancer.

Her story is one of the most shocking and extreme examples of what happens when wellness culture goes unchecked. But the uncomfortable truth is that her case isn’t as unique as we might like to think. It’s just the tip of the influencer iceberg.

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Vegan Event In Leeds

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I used to live in Leeds. In fact, I used to live in Armley. That’s right. The very neighbourhood playing host to one of the most exciting events in the Leeds this year!

So many memories are filed away of me mooching about on Armley Moor, which always seemed to be wet. Squelching aside, I have a lot of fond memories of my time in Leeds.

But back to this event.

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