This delicious focaccia recipe was generously sponsored by my friends at Bono, makers of the delicious extra-virgin olive oil we used to make this bread. Enjoy! I’ve loved focaccia bread ever since I was a little girl. My mom used to take me to a local bakery that had shelves stocked full of all different…
Your Guide to Dairy-Free Cheese That Doesn’t Suck
We have a confession to make—we looove cheese. Unfortunately, traditional dairy-based cheeses cause a lot of unnecessary suffering for dairy cows and goats, and they can cause a lot of health complications in humans, too. That’s why we decided to ditch dairy-based cheeses for the often-misunderstood but oh-so-yummy world of vegan cheeses. If you’re anything…
12 Easy Ways Become A More Eco-Friendly Vegan
You want to know what’s even more elusive than Sasquatch or the Loch Ness Monster? It’s a Perfect Vegan. But don’t give up, our plant-based pals, because although no one of us will ever be a “perfect” vegan, we can always become better vegans. Although there are 1,001 different things that you can do to…
5 Myths About Vegan Protein—Busted!
If you’re considering going vegan, there’s one thing you should know. Everyone you know—and even a bunch of people you don’t know—will become extremely concerned about your protein intake. Joking aside, there are many myths surrounding protein intake on a vegan diet that deter many would-be herbivores from adopting a plant-based lifestyle. Sure, most people…
8 Reasons Why Wool Isn’t as Innocent As You Think
Call us crazy, but we don’t want someone shaving our hair off without our permission because it would make them a nice coat or a pair of socks. But when it comes sheep, it’s not unreasonable to think that these fluffy-haired creatures could probably use a haircut every now and again. And why not put…
Colorful Hummus Crostini | Easy Vegan Appetizer
If you’re looking for a simple appetizer or party food to serve up to friends, look no further than hummus crostini! This simple concept can be customized in a million ways. Let your creativity go wild! Gather Your Ingredients The best part about this appetizer is that you can get creative with ingredients you have…
Rainbow Lavash Wraps
This rainbow lavash wrap is loaded with nutrients, and it tastes as good as it looks. This recipe was generously sponsored by my friends at California Lavash (an amazing all-vegan company), and you can find the recipe below. Enjoy! We eat with our eyes first. Sure, a brown sludgy-looking wrap can taste glorious, but our…
My Vegan Story: How I Became Vegetarian At 8 Years Old
My plant-powered journey began more than 2 decades ago. I was just 8 years old sitting at the dinner table when I made the connection between the hunk of lamb on my plate and the sweet animals I loved. At that time I didn’t know about factory farms, about the negative health implications of meat,…
Top 8 Affordable Foods—That Just So Happen To Be Vegan!
It feels like every week we hear people say that vegan food is for those with huge disposable incomes, or that it’s hard to eat nutritiously on a budget. And we get it, fancy vegan cheese and Beyond Burgers can be crazy-pricey. But there are plenty of affordable foods that are vegan. In fact, many…
Beyond Burger Hits Fast Food Chain Carl’s Jr.
25 years. That’s how long it’s been since I’ve eaten a burger from a fast food chain…until today. Carl’s Jr. just announced their new “Beyond Famous Star” burger made with the popular vegan Beyond Burger. When ordered without cheese and mayo, it’s fully vegan! So you better believe I hopped in the car with my hubby…