I’ve been getting a whole bunch of products sent to me by PR people and businesses lately.
Obviously I love getting the free stuff, but I really enjoying sharing news of new vegan products with you all and if they can give me a discount code to share with you, all the better!
Soul Cheeze is a plant-based cheese business based in Cheshire, UK.
I stopped by the vegan market that took place in Sheffield today and made a direct line for the Soul Cheeze stall. I tasted a few and decided to take home the Mustard and garlic/herbs varieties.
Itadaki Zen is a unassuming legend on the London vegan scene.
Not a lot of people know there is a vegan Japanese restaurant just a few minutes walking from Kings Cross Station, but the people who do know are unwavering fans.
Jump on any review site and the comments are almost universally glowing.
You can follow the restaurant on Instagram to stay updated with their food adventures.
But I’m not here today to simply remind you about the legendary vegan restaurant, I’m really here to let you know about a product they are selling that I think you will love.
Itadaki Zen is now selling jars of ramen sauce and you can order for delivery or buy in person!
You can choose from the miso based sauce or the spicy version. I was extremely fortunate to have been sent one of each by the restaurant and I am excited to try.
I adore ramen and I’m happy to have the gruelling broth process taken care of by Itadaki Zen. These sauces look simple to use and are packed solid with tasty ingredients such as ginger, garlic, dates, and sesame oil (plus lots more!).
You can buy these ramen sauces from the Itadaki Zen online shop, or from Natural Natural supermarkets around London.
Aloha 65 is a spirit drink infused with pineapple, lemon, ginger, and scotch bonnet chilies. That sounds equally intense and delicious.
The product is vegan (labeled as vegan on the bottle), is 27% ABV, and can be ordered directly from the company online for UK delivery.
There is free delivery on orders £25 and over. The company has given me a special discount for FGV readers. Use code FGV20 to get 20% off when you shop directly for Aloha 65 online at their shop.
And what about that little bottle in the photo?
Aloha 65 also make a hot sauce and that is vegan, too!
I am super pumped to try the drink. I’m considering investing in an ice crusher just for this purpose.
A few years ago, going vegan meant you had to come to the harsh realisation that you would never get to eat some types of food.
But with inventive food creators hard at work to replicate non-vegan delights into more compassionate versions, us plant eaters in 2020 can enjoy treats we long thought were out of reach.
Macaron is the original cookie sandwich. Traditionally made with egg as a integral ingredient, it was long thought of as a food that would never be recreated successfully for vegan consumers.
People are clever though, so we now have a vegan version of this patisserie favourite that you can order online for UK delivery.
The Adopted Vegan has created a gorgeous product that makes the perfect gift for someone you care about and yes that someone is allowed to be you!
The business sent me a box and I was swept up by the flavours.
Current flavours include:
S’mores
Apricot Passion Fruit
Chocolate caramel
Strawberry
Rocky Road
Red Velvet
Pistachio
Cookie Dough
Chocolate orange
Lemon
Coconut
Chocolate hazelnut
You can head on over to the online shop now and order for UK delivery.
Extra note for today: if you have some spare cash and would like to make a positive contribution to the world, please donate to BRISSC (Brisbane Rape and Incest Survivors Support Centre). BRISSC was established in my home city in 1973 and provides support to women (15+) survivors of sexual violence. Their services include phone support, individual counselling, advocacy, community education, and training. Click here to donate.
Hey (again). Do you love saving money when you buy vegan pick ‘n’ mix?
Yes to both? Keep reading!
Sugar Noms is a fab new UK-based family-owned business on a mission to spread vegan sweets across the land.
They recently sent me some products to try and I was in heaven.
The bag of bonbons lasted about two hours, while the bag o’bubs hang around slightly a little longer. I shared the third packed with friends because even a Fat Gay Vegan has limits.
Sugar Noms has got sweets, chocolates, and fudge in pre-packed or build your own bag options.
Some interesting info about the business:
💚 100% vegan
💙 Letterbox friendly boxes
💜 100% recyclable and eco-packaging
❤️ Nationwide UK postage
💜 Can cater for your wedding and party sweets
💚 Owned & run by vegans – they are vegan for the animals!
And how about those savings?
Order via their online shop and use code FGV10 for a 10% discount with Sugar Noms.
There is a new low waste store in the Holloway area of London.
Guess what, again?
It is called Kilo.
Guess what for the final time?
They sell frozen pies by Young Vegans and frozen vegan chicken meals by Marli’s Kitchen. Yes, you can buy take home frozen vegan food from two of London’s most-celebrated businesses.
It’s no secret that I adore the food of Arancini Brothers.
The vegan food chain in London are one of the best places to get consistently great (and tasty!) food around the UK capital.
Their arancini-based burgers are exquisite and they serve up what are probably my favourite fries in the country, so I am intrigued by the latest addition to the Arancini Brothers menu.
The kebabs are available at the Kentish Town, Dalston, and Maltby Street locations with delivery of the new items on the apps from next week.
Choose from two flavours: Lemon Herb Chick’n or Spicy Chick’n.
Both are served with paprika fries, fresh cut salad, risotto balls, eggplant sauce, and the special Arancini Brothers mayo. A plate with two skewers is priced at £7.95 while three skewers will set you back £9.45.
You all know about legendary vegan cheese brand Mouse’s Favourite, right?
Mouse’s Favourite was founded in West London about four or five years ago and since then they have gone on to win over many hearts and tastebuds. I’ve even had the pleasure of working with the brand at some of my markets.
Their cheeses would always be the first thing shoppers headed for at their market appearances, especially their plant-based take on camembert.
In BIG news for the independent brand, Mouse’s Favourite has just secured a listing with online retailer Abel & Cole.
The cheese’s from Mouse’s Favourite really are top quality. True artisan creations.
And it’s just not vegan cheese coming out of their kitchen either. Mouse’s Favourite has a vegan butter block, also available via Able & Cole.
Head on over to the Abel & Cole website now to check out their Mouse’s Favourite selection and of course all the fresh fruit and vegetables that you can order via a weekly box delivery.
Nobody loves hosting an online cook-along quite like Made in Hackney so you know their upcoming Cooking with Aquafaba class is going to be informative AND fun.
Taking place virtually on Saturday 19th September, 2020 between 11:00am and 1:30pm, Cooking with Aquafaba is set to be a masterclass all about the food ingredient that has had plant-based chefs buzzing for the past few years.
The suggested donation for this online class is £20 but any donation amounts accepted. All funds raised go towards the Made in Hackney community meal service providing free nutritious, tasty meals to households who need them during these challenging times.
The class will take place via Zoom with details to be provided via email (usually the day before the class).
Need more info about the event?
Join raw plant based chef, Bruna Oliveria, to learn all the tips and tricks for using aquafaba as an amazingly versatile vegan egg replacer.
The class will include:
How to make a tasty fluffy vegan omelette
Make a light airy vegan chocolate mousse using only natural sweeteners
A chance to ask Bruna questions
Recipe handout with a bonus recipe for making egg-free meringues
For ingredients and equipment needed see below
About Bruna
Bruna Oliveira is a raw chef and the founder of London Nut Cheese Co. She studied Naturopathy and Naturopathic Nutrition at CNM London in order to pursue her passion for healthy and natural living. Bruna loves creating delicious recipes with the aim of inspiring people to transform their lives through making positive changes in their diet.
Click here for more information and to book your ticket now!
