Hi Everyone
I am back. New reviews and articles will be added soon.
Some people have offered to help, Yes Please. If you have an article that is about a vegan company, event or a vegan product that you would like to submit, I would love to see it and share where possible.
Bring it on.
Maggie
Veggie Reviews
Due to a change of my personal circumstances, I will not be adding any new articles for a while on veggies.co.uk I know this might be a bit sad for some, but it is beyond my control for the moment. I have really enjoyed doing reviews. I especially appreciate your comments and feedback. I want to thank everyone for their support.
Thanks
Maggie
Vegan 2015
Wishing everyone a very happy and delicious 2015. I will be back on the 2nd.
Love
Maggie
Vegan Christmas
I am taking a few days off to enjoy some lovely family time.
Merry Christmas Everyone.
Love
Maggie
Vegan Flour & Batter Mix
A pack of gluten free flour, gluten free sweet batter and gluten free savoury batter from Hraksa, I was sent these to try.
I have not had a chance to try out these products yet, but I wanted to give them a mention, as they look really useful. Here is what the suppliers has to say:-
Just a quick word about our company and the products we import: Our company is called Bearsted Foods Ltd. We are a family run business based in Maidstone. The Hraska flours are all natural, gluten-free, vegan and gmo free. They are high in fibre and rich in protein. The manufacturers are vegetarians (almost vegans) and have been promoting a healthy vegetarian lifestyle in my country since the 80s. Their products have been around since 2002 and won several awards.
There are 3 following products sold in 250g or 1kg bags:
1. Hraska Gluten-free Flour Blend: great for thickening stews and soups, making gravies, sauces, dips and dressings and as an egg replacement in doughs, pastry and cakes, making cakes, desserts etc.
2. Hraska Gluten-free Savoury Batter Mix: great for all types of savoury batter and as an egg replacement in burgers, patties, crêpes and fritters.
3. Hraska Gluten-free Sweet Batter Mix: for baking cakes and making desserts and as an egg replacement in pancakes, puddings, sweet doughs, pastry and fruit fritters.
All 3 products are made of: peas, millet, rice, maize and turmeric.
The Savoury Batter Mix contains also garlic, chilli, mixed herbs and salt. The Sweet Batter Mix contains mixed spice and a little bit of sugar.
Please see our website glutenfreemarket.co.uk for more information and recipes.
Vegan Cake Club
Oh I like the sound of this. 1066 Cake Stand are launching a lovely new service “Cake Club” and it is all vegan, how wonderful is that.
It is a monthly service or you can order a one off. I have ordered a single box to try out and I will review it when I have sampled the goods, soon. They do gluten free and special diet options too.
1066 Cake Stand are completely vegan, and the products I have tried from them before are just great, so I am looking forward to trying this out, I love cake.
Here is the link with more information.
http://1066cakestand.co.uk/?page_id=1443
Press Release
VEGAN FOOD GIANT TEAMS WITH OCADO
Leading vegan and vegetarian food company Fry’s Family Foods are celebrating the launch of their branded online store with Ocado by offering customers an unprecedented week of mammoth savings.
Following on from a successful soft launch with online retailer Ocado during late 2013, family-owned food business Fry’s is now ready to unveil a specially constructed online shop hosted by the Internet grocery leader. Customers are set to be the big winners during the launch week as all Fry’s Family Foods products listed with Ocado will be available for a staggering 50% saving.
Lisa Drummy, head of Fry’s Distribution in the UK, stated, “Our initial sales with Ocado have shattered our projections and we couldn’t be happier with the partnership. They are doing an amazing job of delivering our meat alternatives to families all over the UK.”
Drummy continued, “Meat reduction is a trend showing no signs of slowing down, with more and more families looking to include vegetarian and vegan options in at least a few meals each week. Our products give people a tasty and trustworthy alternative to meat and Ocado takes out the leg work by delivering straight into homes.”
Online shoppers purchasing Fry’s Family Foods via Ocado between June 30th and July 6th 2014 will enjoy a massive 50% saving across the entire UK range.
Products available include Traditional Sausages, slicing Polony, Chicken-style Nuggets, Burgers and Pepper Steak-style Pies. The Fry’s Family Foods shop on Ocado is set to feature mouth-watering recipes, clever meal ideas for children, nutritional information and profiles of the founders.
Online shop URL: http://tinyurl.com/ShopFrysOcado
Fry’ Vegetarian in Booths
I have been asked if I would share the following information:-
NORTHWEST GROCERY CHAIN
LAUNCHES VEGAN RANGE
Vegetarians, vegans and people in the Northwest looking to reduce their meat intake welcome news of Booths chain launching a market-leading meat replacement brand.
Lisa Drummy, director of Fry’s Distribution, announced a new partnership this month that will see her brand’s biggest selling lines stocked by Booths stores across the Northwest.
Lisa shared her excitement by stating, “I have been selling the Fry’s Family Foods brand all over the UK with my father for more than a decade and it is such a thrill to announce a partnership with a grocery group as respected and loved as Booths. Two family-owned and operated businesses coming together is a wonderful thing. We couldn’t be happier with this agreement.”
Lisa continued. “Our food is all about giving families healthy alternatives to meat. I love knowing that our products are going to be enjoyed by families across Lancashire, Yorkshire, Cumbria, Cheshire and Greater Manchester. This deal with Booths means looking for quality, environmentally friendly vegetarian and vegan food is hassle-free for shoppers in the Northwest. Booths share a lot of our core principles. I feel it is a perfect match.”
Gemma Addison, Frozen and Chilled Buyer at Booths, says, “We are delighted to be launching the Fry’s range of vegan products into Booths stores. The Fry’s brand share Booths passion for quality food produced with principles. The ethically sourced ingredients have limited impact on the environment and the products taste fantastic, too!”
Fry’s Family Food products can be found in the freezer of all 29 Booths stores. Products stocked by the supermarket chain include Meat Free Nuggets, Chicken-style Strips, Pepper Steak-style Pies and Sausage Rolls.
All Fry’s Family Foods products are available half-price until May 20, 2014 as a very special introductory promotion at Booths.
Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies
I was having a bit of a rough day and to pick me up a bit Paul made me some cookies from the “Ms Cupcake The Naughtiest Vegan Cakes in Town” recipe book.
It is shocking how good these cookies are. They are chewy and crispy. I don’t think I have had a nicer vegan cookie.
The recipe makes a huge quantity so I recommend that you half it which is what Paul did, He got 8 massive cookies using half the ingredients. They seem quite easy to make and taste wonderful. Be warned that these cookies are high in fat and really should only be made as a treat.
You can modify the recipe and add nuts, dried fruit or other things. This is a great vegan recipe book
Vegan Skincare
MU London, who make lovely vegan skincare products have had some good news, here it is:-
Fans of UK skincare brand MuLondon will be glad to hear that it has achieved Leaping Bunny certification.
MuLondon’s range includes moisturisers and cleansers in tempting varieties including Rose, White Chocolate Truffle, and Marigold, Frankincense, & Myrrh. All products are vegan and are hand made by Boris in London. MuLondon products contain no artificial preservatives, emulsifiers or fragrances. Instead, pure natural essential oils and herbal extracts are used to create luxurious products that are of course 100% cruelty-free!
Founder Boris Zatezic told us that, “since its inception, MuLondon has been a 100% vegan, cruelty-free range. Getting officially certified by Cruelty Free International confirms our dedication to pure, mild & effective skincare that does not involve any animal testing at any stage. I’m honoured and excited that all MuLondon products now proudly carry the world-famous Leaping Bunny logo.”
Happy Easter
Hi Everyone,
I am taking a few days off to spend with my loved ones. I hope you enjoy the holidays over Easter. I hope it is sunny and peaceful where you are.
Here is a link to my Easter reviews, there are lots of discount eggs out there now, it is not too late to buy and you will most likely get a bargain:-
Vegan Shoes
I have been asked if I would give a mention of the new Spring Collection of Wills Vegan Shoes. Some lovely products and very reasonable delivery charges. From Will’s:-
ETHICAL SHOE PRODUCER
LEAPS INTO SPRING WITH NEW RANGE
Leading ethical footwear producer Will Green, jubilant over his recent win in the PETA Fashion Awards 2014, is unleashing his highly-anticipated Spring Collection.
Ethical footwear fans have a lot of reasons to be happy with the first ever Spring Collection from industry leader, Wills Vegan Shoes.
Founder Will Green said of the new range, “I was blown away by the instant success of my winter range. People have taken to us in a huge way. It has been this incredible reaction from our customers that has allowed me to present such a large and diverse collection for spring. I have pulled together such an exciting mix of fashion, styles and colours for the range and it feels terrific to be delivering a collection that is not only on trend, but also completely cruelty-free.”
Often left to take a back seat in the fashion stakes, men’s shoes are front and centre of the spring campaign.
Will continues, “It was a priority of mine to bring ethical men a selection of shoes like no other. I have bought my top-selling desert boot back in a leather-look material that is breathable, flexible and attractive. I have brogue work boots with laces, dress shoes with grippy soles and a trainer with eye-catching stitching. My men’s shoes are designed to be comfortable, affordable and packed with detail.”
Women looking for animal friendly footwear are also in for a treat this spring thanks to Wills Vegan Shoes.
Low cut boots for women in light browns and chestnuts are mixed with splashes of vibrant colours to create footwear that is both practical and fashionable. Will Green is making sure vegan shoe fans have everything they want for spring with trendy cut out boots with buckles, Cuban heels for any occasion and lace up Oxford shoes that are a cut above when it comes to looking smart.
The entire range can be found online at www.wills-vegan-shoes.com
Shipping within the UK and Europe costs just £3 with free returns. Returns are easy from anywhere in Europe with a Freepost label you just stick on the front of your parcel. Shipping to the USA costs just £9.
Vegan Shoe Sale
I have been asked by Will’s Vegan Shoes marketing team, if I would mention that they have a sale on. Who does not love a bargain….
Also they want to tell us about how well the new brand is going. Here is what they have to say:-
ETHICAL SHOE PRODUCER CELEBRATES END OF WINTER SALE
Leading ethical footwear producer Will Green, jubilant over the runaway success of his fashion brand Wills Vegan Shoes, is rewarding customers with an end of winter sale as he readies for the future.
Fashion aware shoppers are flocking to the online shoe store to take advantage of the value-laden end of season sale, as founder Will Green has his mind focused on upcoming collections.
Will says, “My dream of bring ethical and fashionable footwear to the mainstream has roared to life over the past few months and our end of winter sale is my way of saying thank you to the shoe lovers who have been supporting us from day one. A large number of our customers have already made repeat purchases since our launch in October and I couldn’t be more moved by their instant connection to the brand. This sale is my way of giving a little back.”
The Wills Vegan Shoes brand has been an instant success with a diverse range of consumers.
Will explains, “I see our shoes as bridging the gap between what people want and what people can afford. Our customers are not just getting the latest styles and fashions, they are also supporting a business that pays fair wages while not contributing to human or animal suffering. Our customers are getting ethical and fashionable shoes at high street prices.”
The end of winter sale currently features a range of heals, courts, boots and wedges (with a few styles for men included) all made from industry-leading, durable and comfortable materials.
The end of winter sale is set to run until mid-February before giving way to the huge spring collection, including an exclusive launch event in central London. New style releases are planned monthly as 2014 progresses.
All shoes (including winter sale) can be seen at willsveganshoes.co.uk
Whole Plus
I have been trying some of the Whole Plus cereals and treats which are all vegan and totally natural. Also so far they are delicious. I hope this new brand takes off. Some of my reviews have already gone live, more soon.
I asked Jo the owner to tell me a bit about how she got started.
The Wholeplus range of healthy snacks and treats was created by Jo; the health conscious plant-based food guru behind the holistic health website ‘Including Cake’.“The idea for Wholeplus actually began as a ‘challenge’ from one of the trainers at a gym I work with. I was sick and tired of seeing so many so-called fitness products full of ‘processed junk’ lining the shelves and magazines. Then one day after sighing loudly and feeling despondent, the trainer turned round and said ‘well, create something better then’.So I did.I have a sweet tooth so needed to find a way to satisfy it. Food is critical to our survival- fact! We cannot live without it, and it cannot be ignored. However very few would argue that nutrition should be considered in purely scientific terms. We want to enjoy what we eat and not feel as though we are depriving ourselves, however often what we ‘enjoy’ goes against what our bodies and minds most need to be ‘healthy’. A conflict of interests.My background has always been one of creativity and activity! I have been involved in fitness all my life (I fidget too much to stay still for too long!) and had also spent many years exploring the world through art, design, photography and architecture… before my creative attention then turned to food, plant-based nutrition, wellness and inspiring others. What first began as an extension of my lifestyle and ethos, became all encompassing after I completed a Certificate in Plant Based Nutrition, followed by a desire to further my studies and knowledge to empower others to express themselves, with diplomas in both holistic heath coaching and Personal Performance coaching (currently ongoing).My life now embraces the creative balance of ‘thinking outside the box’ when it comes to healthy nutrition and a holistic lifestyle. What began as a simple blog a number of years ago has grown into my life focus”.For my foodie goodies you’ll find everything you need to know here at wholeplus.com
Vegan Bed & Breakfast Northumberland
I have been following the progress of Loaf B&B for a little while on Facebook. I long to visit as it looks so nice. Have you been? What did you think? Please share.
Here is some info from their website:-
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Enjoy a healthy, indulgent break at Loaf b&b! Opened 2013, Loaf b&b is Northumberland’s first vegan b&b. Return to Loaf b&b and enjoy the garden & separate guests’ lounge with cosy log fire, books, TV, cd, & even good old vinyl records & board games (very retro!) Not just for vegans! Whether you are dairy intolerant or looking to reduce your cholesterol, veggies, vegans & omnivores will all find a delicious option at Loaf b&b. We are open all year round apart from Christmas Eve – Boxing Day |
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