When I tried going vegan at the end of my first year at Queen’s, my motivations were mostly personal. I’d never been bothered enough by the concept of factory farming and animal abuse to stop eating meat, and I didn’t know much about the environmental reasons for veganism.
Initially, I tried the...
It usually takes weeks or even months for someone to find out I’m vegan. It inevitably comes out when I turn down something almost any normal person would accept — Cheetos, ice cream, a burger — or when I have to makeshift my dinner at a restaurant which isn’t very accommodating to dietary restrictions.
Whenever...
When the Sleepless Goat Café closed last year, gluten-intolerants and vegans lost a staple. It may be rare to find alternative diet options, so we’ve assembled a list of places that cater to a variety of different diets from vegans, vegetarians and the gluten free to seafood lovers and ardent carnivores...
Whether it’s for moral, environmental, or health reasons, many people are going vegan. But while veganism is often associated with drinking soy lattes and ordering tofu instead, there’s a lot more to it than just what you eat — it’s a way of life.
Whether you’re looking to change to a kinder diet...
Ryerson: Vegan burger that’s not actually vegan
It was revealed this week by The Eyeopener, Ryerson’sstudent paper, that The Ram in the Rye, a Ryerson campus pub, had been serving a vegan quinoa burger that wasn’t actually 100 per cent vegan.
The burger, included on the menu in an attempt to accommodate...
Now that 2015 has begun, many of us have set New Year’s resolutions that we may or may not keep. For some, these resolutions include changes in diet, like choosing gluten-free options or becoming vegan.
These vegan, gluten-free cookie dough bites are a yummy treat that are very easy to prepare. There’s...
Lately I’ve been drawn to vegan treats. Maybe it’s because I’m trying to stay on this healthy streak, but regardless of the reason, I’m glad I found some vegan recipes that will satisfy my cravings.
These chocolate almond peanut butter protein truffles are actually so delicious, and I love munching...
Chia pudding, a great substitution for yogurt, is a sweet treat for anyone to enjoy – whether or not they eat dairy.
It makes a lovely addition to a breakfast or a filling snack for later in the day.
It’s often believed that dairy is essential to good health. However, many people find that either...
Although I do appreciate a good salad, people are surprised to hear that vegan food is delicious, diverse and healthy. It’s also inexpensive and super easy to make, which is good for those who don’t enjoy spending hours in the kitchen – or hundreds of dollars on groceries.
One of my favourite...
For the vegetarians among us “Turkey Day” can be a little exclusive.
However, with fall so ripe with seasonal vegetables there is really no reason that vegetarians can’t get in on the delicious fun, or even on the stuffing!
A stuffed squash can be the perfect vegan alternative for a meatless feast...
By Trilby Goouch
Blogs Editor
A tasty, rich dessert for under 100 calories? These blondies pack sweetness, gooeyness and a buttery taste—so much so that you’d never guess the secret ingredient is chickpeas. Each square is packed with protein and perfect for vegans. What’s best is that the blender...