vegan mozzarella (Carlo Cao) Italian cheeses are very popular in England (Parmesan on pasta, mozzarella on pizza, ricotta in cheesecake and gorgonzola melted into pasta). But many are not even vegetarian (Parmesan contains calf or goat rennet, so is not the ‘vegetarian option’ often claimed by restaurants, and also is one of the ingredients in jars…
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take a reusable food jar
Reusable food jars offer a modern take on the old Thermos flask. Some are just stainless steel containers, but others offer insulation and pretty designs. Ideal for soup, which you obviously can’t store in a reusable food wrap! Don’t drink hot liquids from wide mouthed flasks, for obvious reasons. Lunch pots date back to the…
vegan places to eat (in London)
London is one of the most vegan-friendly cities on earth, closely behind Berlin and Portland (Oregon). Home to around 8 million people, it’s a vibrant cosmopolitan city that offers every kind of cuisine from traditional roasts (The Spread Eagle pub, Hackney) to vegan sushi. Here’s a quick list of good finds! Also read An Opinionated…
what we can learn from Ayurveda
Ayurvedia is the world’s oldest form of medicine, brought to us from India along with yoga. Although a few ancient practices have no medical backing now (and visiting an Ayurvedic specialist can be expensive), there is a lot of wisdom to be held in this ancient lifestyle. Like anything, take common sense simple advice, and…