I was working at a food event a few years ago, and there happened to be a table dedicated to a particular brand of wine set up next to mine. The representative for the company somehow caught wind of the fact that I’m vegan and said, “You know that wine isn’t vegan, right?” I said…
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What Exactly is a Vegan, Anyway?
“You’ve a vegan? Does that mean you’re from planet Vega?” “So you’re one of those va-guns?” “Vegan? I’ve been hearing that word a lot lately. What does it mean?” “Do you eat fish?” “If you’re vegan you can’t have the tuna, but you can have the egg salad.” “But where do you get your protein?”…
Defining Veganism
Something interesting has been going on in the vegan movement over the course of the past couple of years. People have been redefining what it means to be vegan. A few months ago I saw someone on Facebook write, “it doesn’t meant that she’s not vegan because the way she eats doesn’t fit your definition…
Vegan Recipes for Father’s Day
Father’s Day is this Sunday, and just like with any other holiday, most American’s will be celebrating with food. Since Father’s Day falls right in the middle of June (and this year it’s on the first day of summer), it’s customary to celebrate with a barbecue. People don’t always think of that the grill and vegetables…
It’s Time for Us to Take Back the Word Vegan
A few months ago Dennis and I were having lunch in a local vegan restaurant. It was kind of empty and quiet, and we couldn’t help but hear just about every word the couple next to us said. The woman was super excited that her date/boyfriend/husband was taking her out for an organic meal. They…
Am I Vegan Enough?
I have a confession to make. I don’t like kombucha. At all. And while I’m sharing secrets, I should probably let you know that I’ve fallen off the green smoothie wagon. I don’t drink very many green juices, and while I do love kale, I probably only eat it once a week or so. And…
