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Fake Meat Development

Mar08
2012 Written by maggie

Vegan Friendly Meat Substitute

I have just read an interesting article about how EU researchers are trying to produce fake meat that is as close to real meat as possible,  but using a plant source.  They say they are getting very close,   The “Like Meat” researchers state that they have the perfect meat texture, but are still working on the taste,  they do plan to showcase this at the end of March.

From Like Meat

“Studies have shown that many Europeans are ready to give up meat, but there have only been a handful of alternatives until now.

This can only be good news for those who like meat but feel that they need to cut down on their meat consumption.  Lets hope they get there.

Frys, Linda McCartneys, Redwoods and other vegan food producers make some fantastic meat alternatives, but I look forward to trying the next generation of fake meat.

Here is a link to the article I read.  Vegetarian Cutlet New Method

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Flexitarians

Sep01
2011 Written by maggie

Flexitarians Reducing Meat Consumption Worldwide

I have just read the article in the independent about how “Flexitarians” are affecting the demand for meat.  Apparently many people are turning part time vegetarian for health and this has reduced sales of meat and red meat is the hardest hit.  People are also taking up the very popular “Meat Free Mondays Campaign”.

Obviously I think this is great news.  The environmental impact to produce all that meat alone is humungous,  so to get those numbers down can only mean good things for all of us.  Also red meat has been linked to all sorts of illness and cancers.

Veggie diets are no longer a slightly odd thing in society,  I know lots of people who are veggie, or who eat veggie food often.  We have so many great options.

For those who like meat but do not like the ethics or health considerations of meat, there are so many great substitutes for example,  Redwoods do a whole range of vegan fake fish and meat products,  so do quorn (this does contain egg).  So there is a good choice for everyone.

Here is a link to the original article from the Independent.

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Redwood Gourmet Meat Free Duck Style Pieces

Jul03
2011 Written by maggie

Meat Free Duck Style Pieces With  a Hoisin Glaze

From the Redwood’s Vegi Deli Range,  Gourmet Meat Free Duck Style Pieces with a Hoisin Glaze.

I think these Duck Style Pieces would be ideal for persons who like meat but do not want to eat it for ethical reasons.

However much I wanted to,  I could not bring myself to try this product as it looks so much like real meat.  So I asked my vegan husband to try it for me and tell me his thoughts.

From Paul

It’s 20 years since I last ate meat, but this product evokes the memory so strongly that a couple of mouthfuls was about all I could manage.  This product should help any vegetarian/vegan that is missing the flavour and texture of meat within their meals.  Whilst they are not for me, I think it is quite an achievement to make something like this vegan, unlike the egg based products that have dominated the chiller sections for years now.

Each 150gram pack is Vegan Society Approved. Vegetarian Society Approved,  Made using Wheat & Soya. Cholesterol Free.  Per 100 gram is 284kcal.  Dairy Free, Made in a Meat Free Environment.   Store in the fridge.

Sold in health food shops.  Redwood‘s do a huge range of meat free products one of my favourites is the Gourmet Quarter Pounders which I reviewed in an earlier post.

www.redwoodfoods.co.uk

Please note my reviews are always honest and unbiased, however I feel it only right to point out that Redwood’s did supply this product for me to review.

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Gourmet Meat Free Beef Style Pieces

Jul01
2011 Written by maggie

Redwood’s Meat Free Beef

From the Redwood Vegi Deli Range. Gourmet Meat Free Beef Style Pieces.

I think this product would be ideal for persons who like meat but do not want to eat it for ethical reasons.

However much I wanted to,   I could not bring myself to try this product as it looks so much like real meat.  So I asked my vegan husband to try it for me and tell me his thoughts.

 

From Paul

It’s 20 years since I last ate meat, but this product evokes the memory so strongly that a couple of mouthfuls was about all I could manage.  This product should help any vegetarian/vegan that is missing the flavour and texture of meat within their meals.  Whilst they are not for me, I think it is quite an achievement to make something like this vegan, unlike the egg based products that have dominated the chiller sections for years now.

Each 150gram pack is Vegan Society Approved. Vegetarian Society Approved,  Made using Wheat & Soya. Cholesterol Free.  Per 100 gram is 281kcal.  Dairy Free, Made in a Meat Free Environment.   Store in the fridge.  Sold in health food shops. 

Redwood‘s do a huge range of meat free products one of my favourites is the Meat Free Hot Dogs which I reviewed in an earlier post.

www.redwoodfoods.co.uk

Please note my reviews are always honest and unbiased, however I feel it only right to point out that Redwood’s did supply this product for me to review.

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Lab Grown Meat

Jun21
2011 Written by maggie

Artificial Meat from the Laboratory

After reading an article in the guardian about how artificial meat could cut emissions by 96%  I am not really sure how I feel about it.

From the Guardian

Meat grown artificially in labs will be a greener alternative for consumers who can’t bear to go vegetarian but want to cut the environmental impact of their food, according to new research.

Because of the growth of developing countries who can now afford meat, demand is going to out strip supply. So there are concerns.

I like the idea that animals would not be slaughtered for food and that the environment would better off. But I am not sure of the ethics and how they would do this.

I can’t imagine ever eating any form of meat as I have never liked it. But for some this maybe the solution. The organisations involved are trying to get more funding for research as they are not quite there yet, but they believe that artificial meat can be a reality.

Here is a link to the original article from the Guardian www.guardian.co.uk

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Hot Dogs

May19
2011 Written by maggie

Fake Hot Dogs

I have never been one of those veggies who likes the fake meat type food.   But not long ago I tried the Meat Free Vegi Deli Hot Dogs made by The Redwood Wholefood Company and I am totally surprised. They taste delicious. I am quite addicted to them at the moment.

They are totally vegan, great in a bun with onions and ketchup. So easy to cook,  just put them in boiling water for 3 mins and that is it. The texture is good and everyone who I have given them to has been really pleased, non veggies also.

With the summer barbecue season coming on, this would be a great option. Only 132 calories per hotdog sausage.  They are £2.16 per pack of 4 hotdogs at point of writing.

They are sold in most health food shops and you can buy them on line direct from Redwood but the delivery charge is a bit steep on small orders, it is probably best to ask your local health shop to order them in for you. www.redwoodfoods.co.uk

10 out of 10 for me

Redwoods do a fantastic range of meat free products I also like the Quarter Pounders.

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