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Is My Blog Reaching Its Natural Demise?

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If you had told me when I started this blog way back in 2010 that I would still be churning out posts most days in 2026, I really wouldn’t have believed you.

It has been a wild journey being the sole force behind an online publication such as this.

And as the online world continues to morph, shift, and change, I’m struggling to understand how relevant a blog is in this current digital landscape of highly-responsive algorithms and artificial intelligence. Does writing about new vegan restaurants, upcoming events, and my personal take on a wide range of topics on this platform still matter?

Or is it time for it all to come to a dignified end?

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First FGV blog post from December 2010

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Fancy vegan restaurant job in London

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Are you, or someone you know, an experienced hospitality professional looking to work alongside one of the most-celebrated vegan chefs on the planet?

If so, this position with the Gauthier Soho Group might be for you!

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National Racehorse Week needs to be resisted

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National Racehorse Week is coming to the UK from 22nd to 31st August, 2026 and it is the perfect reminder why we should be questioning the entire premise of horse racing.

Presented as an opportunity to celebrate these magnificent animals and showcase the world of racing, it is really another glossy PR exercise designed to keep alive the myth that forcing horses to race is noble, thrilling, and somehow good for the animals involved.

It isn’t.

Horse racing is cruel, unnecessary, and built around exploiting vulnerable, sentient animals for human entertainment and profit.

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Black Cat continues to impress

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I never get tired of raving about Black Cat in Hackney.

I don’t have anything super thrilling to report today but I wanted to take the opportunity to remind you all to visit this iconic family-owned business and to do it regularly because they are often adding new menu items.

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Lemons celebrated at vegan restaurant chain

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If I had a pound for every time Ive blogged about legendary vegan pizza restaurant Purezza, this website would be gold plated.

I never shut up about them but when the important news drops, I just have to let you know. Like these new lemon-inspired menu items!

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Kitchen & Venue Space Available for Hire at Soul Bowl, Leyton

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Hey friends. I heard that my buddies Shilpa and Chirag of Soul Bowl in Leyton are now taking bookings for their kitchen and event space.

I offered up my blog to them today so they could share the news with you directly.

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Black Cat Cafe in Hackney is available to hire for your next vegan event

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Black Cat in Hackney is the stuff of legend. It is a beloved community-focussed vegan eatery that has been welcoming diners for longer than I can remember.

It is one of my favourite spots in London.

And now the beloved vegan eatery is opening its doors to people looking for somewhere to host their own events, celebrations, and gatherings. Great news!

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Queer Vegan Disco is back for one night only!

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There are some events that feel like a job and there are some events that feel like a privilege. Queer Vegan Disco definitely falls into the second category for me.

I am absolutely thrilled to be bringing it back for one night only in London in North London.

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Are vegan restaurants ready for the GLP-1 generation?

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I have been thinking a lot about what vegan restaurants and cafés in the UK might need to start doing if they want to keep up with the changing way people eat.

For more than a year, I was very open about using Mounjaro. Mounjaro and other GLP-1 drugs can reduce appetite and make people feel full much sooner. For many people taking them, that means eating smaller portions, being more selective about what they eat, and thinking much more carefully about getting enough nutrition from a relatively small amount of food.

That was certainly my experience.

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Vegan Beer and Vegan Sandwiches

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Legendary vegan sandwich experts Coven of Wiches have announced a new brew collaboration with Gravity Well Brewing Company and it will be available in Brixton later this month!

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