Sharks kill fewer than ten humans per year. Meanwhile, humans kill over 100 MILLION sharks per year. We’re wiping out the top predators in our ocean which impacts everything else living in the sea. The consequences of continuing this practice will be disastrous. As Sea Shepherd Conservation Society captain Paul Watson says, “If the ocean…
When people talk about why they decided to adopt a vegan lifestyle, animal rights and personal health are often the major reasons behind the change. But what many people forget is that choosing vegan can have a positive environmental impact as well! So for those of you who are considering going vegan or who want…
The issue of single-use plastics has been top of mind lately with many corporations and cities, like my hometown of Oakland, California, taking a first step by regulating plastic straws. This is important for many reasons. According to the World Economic Forum: “A full 32 percent of the 78 million tons of plastic packaging produced…
This article was written in collaboration with our friends at Vejii, and online vegan grocery store that will ship your favorite vegan meats and other plant-based products right to your door! It’s an exciting time in the world of plant-based meats. There are more plant-based protein options to dish up on your dinner plate now…
Now. Guys, it’s 2021. It’s time to stop thinking of going vegan as some sort of exercise in deprivation and self-punishment. Going vegan just means that you’re won’t eat animal-sourced products, not that you must eliminate all joy and happiness from your life. And frankly, we think that now is the best time to begin…
Our friends at The Pasta Shoppe first blew us away with their adorable pasta shapes that we love to use in recipes like our vegan pasta salad. We became die-hard fans when they launched insanely delicious vegan macaroni and cheese that’s now sold online and in stores all around the US. And guess what? They’ve…
In 2018, the first of its kind vegan film festival started. It was called the Ottawa International Vegan Film Festival, and it took place in Canada’s capital. At the time, it was the only known vegan film festival in the world. The founder, Shawn Stratton, was a vegan with a dream of expanding media geared…
When many people hear the words “foie gras” they are instantly thinking of something that is extremely rich and decadent. It conjures images of fine French dining and high society. It is a food eaten by people who live a life of luxury who spare no expense for their pleasure. I assure you, however, that…
Once you start making more conscious food choices, you’re likely to become more aware or “woke” in other aspects of your life too. Which is probably why you’re here! We vote with our dollars and the brands and products we buy do have an impact on others, whether we think about it or not. Just…
So you want to start a blog… Exciting! Many of our readers here at World of Vegan are passionate food lovers, have a story to tell, and are experts in their own right. You—yes, you—have great insights, opinions, and recipes that deserve to be shared. I’ve heard from many of you who are eager to…