Sheffield pub turns food menu 100% vegan

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The vegan revolution shows little sign of slowing down in the UK and this city centre pub announcement is further proof.

The Old House is a popular watering hole on Devonshire Street that has been serving vegan options on their food menu for a while, however they have now made the decision to switch to 100% vegan food and cocktails as they come out of lockdown.

Locals can book tables now in anticipation of the May 19, 2021 reopening and really get fired up by the tantalising menu.

Check it out below.

The menu is packed with tempting comfort food including all day brunch, stacked burgers, and loaded fries.

But it isn’t just the food!

All of the cocktails will be vegan, too. Fill up on plant-based drinks and snacks.

You can follow The Old House on Instagram and Facebook to stay updated on menu additions.

Need to book a table? Head over to The Old House website. The Sunday roast dinners will be especially popular.

FGV on the Viva Podcast

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I love talking. It’s no secret.

So when I was asked to be a guest on the Viva! podcast, I said yes instantly and asked how long they needed me to speak. Ha!

I had a fabulous time chatting with Helen about a wide range of topics including the work I have been doing with Make No Bones in Sheffield, how vegans need to think more broadly about social justice, and why I’ve got such a weird accent (hint: I’m Australian).

Listen to the May 2021 episode at the link and subscribe to the Viva! podcast wherever all good podcasts are found.

The PhD HYBRID LIP OIL STAIN is available in:

  • Tint – Sheer Pink
  • Neutral – Universal Clear
  • Primary – Sheer Red
  • Hue – Sheer Berry
  • Secondary – Sheer Orange

I don’t know anything about the technical side of makeup but the brand assures us these are some of the reasons why you will love the stains:

  • Self-adjusting PH pigment
  • Hydrating formula
  • Lightweight formula
  • Naturally lip-enhancing
  • Buildable
  • Fragrance-free
  • Non-drying

If you are a person who wants or needs to wear makeup, consider Haus Laboratories if you can afford it. Buy vegan whenever you can!

Click here to shop for the new lip stains online for worldwide shipping. Follow Haus Laboratories on Instagram.

Postal treats delivered around the UK

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Have you seen the gorgeous baked treats created by Cocolico?

Cocolico is an independent French Pâtisserie business in the UK. You might recall them trading at Hackney Downs Vegan Market a few times, or possibly even bumped into them at other markets around the Reading and London areas.

If you are looking for handcrafted delicacies that taste amazing, Cocolico have got what you want.

Take a look at this special ‘postal treats’ box you can order online for UK-wide delivery.

Included for £16:

  • 5 Hazelnuts kisses (melt-in-the mouth cookies filled with a praliné ganache)
  • 4 Madeleines (conic French petit-fours, ideal for dipping in your favourite drink (if you like!), they’re soft and comforting)

Click here to order right now and be sure to follow Cocolico on Instagram.

April 28 episode of FGV weekly roundup

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Do you want to hear me speak?

In case you missed the announcement last week, I now have a weekly vegan news roundup that gets published as a podcast every Wednesday.

Fat Gay Vegan Weekly Roundup powered by Patreon: episode 2 is online now. Click here to discover all your listening and streaming options.

The episode this week features news of vegan trends, my product of the week, silly stories about celebrities I’ve seen in vegan restaurants, and a cool way for you to contribute to an LGBT charity.

Enjoy listening and get in touch with suggestions for what you would like to hear featured.

FGV mini news round up December 28, 2022 – final of the year – Fat Gay Vegan

As the year ebbs away join me for a chat about the tough task of going home, Whitney Houston, and vegan food on QANTAS planes.
  1. FGV mini news round up December 28, 2022 – final of the year
  2. FGV’s Mini News Roundup December 7, 2022
  3. FGV’s mini news roundup – news, views, and reviews from the plant-based world and beyond
  4. Fat Gay Vegan mini news roundup March 17, 2022
  5. FGV mini news roundup December 23, 2021 – vegan news and reviews

As always, I would like to send a massive thank you to my Patreon supporters who help me stay dedicated to vegan outreach.

If you would like to support the FGV platforms financially, please click the box below to find out about making a monthly pledge or donating one-time only.

Buy vegan soap and help charity

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A little while ago on my blog I gave a shout out to a vegan soap producer who donates profits to charities and community organisations.

Bars of Hope sell a gorgeous range of artisan bars that will leave you feeling squeaky clean and all warm and fuzzy. Not only are you buying fab vegan soap, every purchase will contribute much needed funds to a local charity or community organisation.

The organisation of choice being supported by Bars of Hope in April 2021 is The Outside Project.

The Outside Project is an LGBTIQ+ Community Shelter, Centre and Domestic Abuse Refuge in response to those within the LGBTIQ+ community who feel endangered, who are homeless, ‘hidden’ homeless and feel that they are on the outside of services due to historical and present prejudice in society and in their homes.

Services of The Outside Project include:

  • Provision of identity responsive housing and spaces for the LGBTIQ+ Community
  • Professional and ‘knowledge by experience’ peer-led support to LGBTIQ+ people in crisis
  • Advocacy for LGBTIQ+ rights and needs within wider systems and services
  • Promoting improved ‘social health’ and sobriety within the LGBTIQ+ Community
  • Developing relationships with services to strengthen support for the LGBTIQ+ Community
  • Sharing knowledge to educate others on the unique and complex needs of LGBTIQ+ people

Sounds like a vital service, right?

If you have some spare cash, please treat yourself to gorgeous vegan soaps from Bars of Hope and direct some much-needed financial support to The Outside Project. Shop now.

Follow Bars of Hope on Instagram to stay updated on new products and to see who they will be supporting in the future.

If you think you or someone you know would benefit from being in touch with The Outside Project, visit their website. If you want to support the group financially without buying soap, donate online here.

Order vegan afternoon tea for delivery

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Did you attend Hackney Downs Vegan Market back in the day?

If you were a regular attendee, you will fondly recall the glorious cakes, bakes, and cookies from Chanel of Vegan Delice.

Chanel was always the friendliest person on the market and customers would come from all over London to chat with her AND to buy her amazing vegan baked goods.

A little while back Chanel rebranded and her empire of sugary delights is now known as Cake Cult London. The online store is overflowing with treats that you can have delivered to you around the UK (or collect if you live locally).

There are so many wonderful things from which to choose, however I’m jumping on here today to tell you about the vegan afternoon tea for two.

Chanel sent me one of the boxes to try for myself and of course it was as delicious as I remember all her stuff being. Check it out below and see the contents of the vegan afternoon tea listed as well.

Afternoon Tea for 2 Menu

  • 2 x mini cheese & onion pasty
  • 2 x mini Sos rolls
  • 4 x Scones
  • Plain & Cherry with Clotted cream and Strawberry Jam
  • Baby cake cults
  • 2 x Lemon drizzle
  • 2 x Red Velvets
  • 2 x Shortbread fingers

Order your very vegan afternoon tea for two from Cake Cult London now for delivery!

Follow Cake Cult London on Instagram.