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Take a sneak peek at all the appetising autumn recipes, including one from Chelsea Winter, in the latest issue of Vegan and Plant-Based Living — out now! 😋
A huge thank you to all our recipe contributors:
Aga
Jana The Vegan Monster
Buffy Be Good Organics
Eleni .nz
Aya
Bret
Chelsea Winter
Angel Food Co
“The trouble with so much takeaway food is it can be... flavourful. And textural. And seasoned. And mostly, not what toddlers are expecting.”
Jennifer Dutton talks local takeaway options for little vegans in the latest issue of Vegan and Plant-Based Living — out now!
"Food systems received just 4.3% of global climate finance in 2019 and 2020, according to the Climate Policy Initiative."
Claire Insley finds the international community is finally starting to take seriously the impact of our food systems on climate change — hopefully not too late — in the latest issue of Vegan and Plant-Based Living — out now!
“It’s choosing to serve the needs of a small number of people who make money out of an industry that is otherwise nonsensical.”
Dr Helen Beattie of Veterinarians for Animal Welfare Aotearoa looks at the nightmare scenario of resuming live export trade, in the latest issue of Vegan and Plant-Based Living — out now!
Photo: Taranaki Animal Save
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Can you build strength on a vegan diet? Auckland’s new weights-based gym, Lift Club, is here to prove it in the latest issue of Vegan and Plant-Based Living. Plus, we dive into the nightmare of live animal exports as the banned industry threatens to return to New Zealand.
We’ve got your autumn appetite catered for with 14 delicious, nutritious new recipes from leading plant-based writers, including Chelsea Winter.
What are the five biggest plant-based eating mistakes? What’s trending in veganism for 2024? Where can you find kid-friendly vegan takeout? What can ageing vegans expect from local care facilities? All this and much more answered in the autumn issue of Vegan and Plant-Based Living!
We're stepping out with a hot new look 🔥
This week the autumn issue of Vegan and Plant-Based Living hits shelves, debuting our fresh new logo ✨
Don't miss it!
Great to see almost 14,000 people have already signed the petition to maintain the ban on live exports: https://petitions.parliament.nz/79ff1ae2-f2e8-43c5-6c98-08dc33f5abe2
We have a great article looking at the realities of the live export trade in our new issue, out next week!
Petitions are addressed to the House of Representatives and ask that the House do something about a policy or law, or put right a local or private concern.
You know what, Travis? Wise Boys Burgers IS so good!
Wise Boys boss Luke Burrows says staff are still buzzing over the A-listers' visit.
Meet the team! 🤩 Eleni is one of our longest contributing foodies who has enriched our readers with many delightful and easy plant-based recipes.
Have you tried her magnificent vegan pavlova recipe these holidays? 😋
Based in Wellington, Eleni has a wide range of inspiring recipes to share on her account, along with tips on vegan eats and eco-friendly living. We are blessed to have her in our team 🙏✨
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“Plant-based buildings can be beautiful, they are part of our shared human tradition, and in addition to helping fight climate change, they can be healthy and comfortable too!”
Eco-architect Martin Ulenberg looks at how vegan principles can transform the construction industry, in the latest issue of Aotearoa Vegan and Plant-Based Living — out now!
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"What was interesting to me was how unfazed my wider family was by the plant-based twist to our Christmas dinner. Everyone loved the food. And not one comment was made about the lack of meat on the table!"
Maja Skilling talks keeping the whānau happy while introducing vagnism to the Christmas feast, in the latest issue of Aotearoa Vegan and Plant-Based Living — out now!
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“For me, there's a balancing act when it comes to special occasions: putting in enough effort to savour the payoff, but not taking on too much and robbing myself of enjoying it.”
Jennifer Dutton explains how to give the kids a magical vegan Christmas without wrecking yourself these holidays, in the latest issue of Aotearoa Vegan and Plant-Based Living — out now!
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“We all fight for the animals in our own way. My way is through showing people what the world would look like if we were all compassionate, kind, loving humans who were good to all living beings, including ourselves.“
Artist Lynda Bell talks about her new oracle deck (a great vegan Christmas gift idea!) in the latest issue of Aotearoa Vegan and Plant-Based Living — out now!
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Early prezzie alert!!
Get set for a cruelty-free Christmas and a very vegan new year, with the summer issue of Aotearoa Vegan and Plant-Based Living — out now! Discover sumptuous plant-based recipes that will make you the hero of any holiday feast, along with an essential vegan guide to surviving and thriving during the hot Kiwi summer.
We’ve got awesome ideas to give the kids a magical vegan Christmas, as well as guidance on how to handle family holidays when people are a bit prickly when it comes to plant-based.
You’ll also learn about the vegan principles powering a new wave of eco-conscious architecture, hear the war stories of a veteran hunt saboteur, and get a glimpse of your future with a beautiful new animal-lover's oracle deck. Essential summer reading for plant-based Kiwis and the vegan-curious!
The Vegan Society of Aotearoa, New Zealand Lynda Bell Art Big Sugary Dogue KIND Luke Gabites Fee O'Shea - Gold Card Vegan Miss Geena
"Of the pies I have sampled this year, it genuinely was one of the greats. Despite the risks, I’m going to have to admit the vegan pie paid off."
This year's Supreme Vegan Pie winner converting the non-believers, you love to see it. Salute to Piccolo Morso Bakery & Gelato Lounge.
Review: Just when I thought I was out, a vegan pie pulled me back into the delicious but physically perilous world of pastry reviews, writes Matt Rilkoff.
“The best hoagie we got at Nourish was That Philly Jawn, their take on a classic cheesesteak with fried seitan chunks, onions, and green peppers with melted cheese on a wholemeal roll. I still think about That Philly Jawn on a regular basis… (“Jawn” is a local Philly word that was interchangeable for, well, anything.)”
Vegan junk food connoisseur Mookie Waka travels to New York City and Philadelphia to check out the vegan scene in the latest issue of Aotearoa Vegan and Plant-Based Living — out now!
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A big congratulations to local plant-based protein producer Plan-t , whose Spicy Chorizo was declared the top vegan sausage of 2023!
Check out all the winning snags at this year’s NZ Vegan Sausage Awards in the latest issue of Aotearoa Vegan and Plant-Based Living — out now!
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“This was the first time I’d ever seen chickens wrap their claws. Someone told me it’s how they find comfort, and I was really touched by that.”
Vegan photographer Jinki Cambronero tells us how she came to turn her documentary lens on Aotearoa’s animals, in the latest issue of Aotearoa Vegan and Plant-Based Living — out now!
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Sneak peek! Thanks to our recipe contributors we have another fantastic selection to spoil you and your loved ones this spring 😍
Remember to tag us when you make any of the recipes. We LOVE to see your creations 💚
A big thank you to our amazing team:
Buffy Be Good Organics
Libby Silver Linings Kitchen - gluten free goodness
Eleni veganella.nz
Victoria
Aya
Angel Food Angel Food
Jana The Vegan Monster
“These fluffy spheroids came loaded with cherries, strawberry and raspberry compote, cacao nibs (a great contrast to the soft textures), fresh kiwi, coconut whip, freeze dried cherries, and cacao glaze. The cacao glaze made this meal — fresh, light, salty!”
Heather Byrne falls in love with the cherry ripe buckwheat pancakes at Queenstown's Bespoke Kitchen , reviewed in the latest issue of Aotearoa Vegan and Plant-Based Living — out now!
“Greyhounds love to run, in short bursts, for fun. Running does not equate to racing and that should never be confused. Greyhounds are forced to race.”
Tyra Basilicata from The Greyhound Protection League of New Zealand reveals the cruel realities behind greyhound racing, and explains why greyhounds make amazing companion animals, in the latest issue of Aotearoa Vegan and Plant-Based Living — out now!
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“It was a tricky one! And a bit of a moral dilemma. I approached the whole experience with a gentle agenda.”
Vegan comedian Tom Sainsbury - Comedian and Snapchat Dude dishes on his time hosting the reality game show, Snack Masters, where chefs must recreate some iconic (non-vegan) Kiwi treats, in the latest issue of Aotearoa Vegan and Plant-Based Living — out now!
“I sometimes think, ‘For heaven’s sake, just stay home and do your gardening like any other self-respecting 74-year-old’, but as long as I’ve got breath and as long as I’m able, I’ll be advocating for animals.”
Stoked to see our pal Sandra getting some mainstream coverage, running for the Whanganui seat this election with Animal Justice Party Aotearoa NZ.
Sandra wrote an awesome piece covering the recent National Animal Rights Day event in the latest issue of Aotearoa Vegan and Plant-Based Living, out this week!
Her party started as “a bunch of vegans flying the plane as we built it”.
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Get ready to welcome spring with the latest issue of Aotearoa Vegan and Plant-Based Living. Barbecue season is on the horizon, so we explore award-winning snags from this year’s Vegan Sausage Awards, as well as hearing from the artisans behind this year’s Supreme Vegan Cheese Awards.
We also take a heartbreaking look into the brutal world of greyhound racing, and chat with some of the dedicated individuals working to end the cruelty. And vegan comedian Tom Sainsbury is here to help lift the mood, giving us a peek at the ludicrous number of projects he has on the go.
Our expert columnists explore a diverse range of topics, from gluten to voting, protein to picky eaters. And, of course, there’s a sumptuous array of recipes to try out, including Bang Bang Tofu, Big Mac Tacos, and Tangy Lemon Tart.
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Big news just in: processed convenience foods are less healthy and more expensive than simple whole foods! Huge if true.
Many vegetarian meat products are less healthy and more expensive than traditional options, such as legumes and vegetables, new research has found.
"I'm all for saving the environment, but sometimes, just occasionally, individual servings are where it's at in my life. I only have so many hills I can die on as a parent and every now and then, a special snack won't be one of them."
For situations when individually-wrapped treats are called for, check out our rundown of the available vegan options in the winter issue of Aotearoa Vegan and Plant-based Living magazine, out now!
"One key thing Sisson emphasises is not to hurry; take your time, be open, and enjoy the journey."
We chat with first-class fungi forager Liv Sisson about keeping safe when mushroom hunting in the winter issue of Aotearoa Vegan and Plant-based Living magazine, out now!
Giveaway! 🤩 Raglan Food Co have recently launched their limited edition New Zealand Feijoa & Pear coconut yoghurt, and to celebrate they're giving you the chance to get your hands on a box - that's 6 jars!
Their latest dairy-free creation is teeming with flavour and will take you back to those carefree fruit foraging days. The pearfect addition to your winter crumble!
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Take a sneak peek at all the appetising autumn recipes, including one from Chelsea Winter, in the latest issue of Vegan and Plant-Based Living — out now! 😋 A huge thank you to all our recipe contributors: Aga @greenkai_ Jana The Vegan Monster Buffy Be Good Organics Eleni @veganella.nz Aya @a_tofu Bret @turntableshred Chelsea Winter @chelseawinterdelicious Angel Food Co @angelfoodcheese
We're stepping out with a hot new look 🔥 This week the autumn issue of Vegan and Plant-Based Living hits shelves, debuting our fresh new logo ✨ Don't miss it!
Sneak peek! Thanks to our recipe contributors we have another fantastic selection to spoil you and your loved ones this spring 😍 Remember to tag us when you make any of the recipes. We LOVE to see your creations 💚 A big thank you to our amazing team: Buffy Be Good Organics Libby Silver Linings Kitchen - gluten free goodness Eleni veganella.nz Victoria @vegvannz Aya @a_tofu Angel Food Angel Food Jana The Vegan Monster #VeganRecipesNZ #PlantbasedNZ #WhatKiwiVegansEat #VegansNZ #NZVegans #VeganRecipes #VeganGlutenfree #VeganEatsNZ #VeganMagNZ #AotearoaVegan #VeganKai #SpringtimeNZ #PlantbasedRecipes
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