If you’ve ever stared at a label and thought “Really? That’s the ingredient keeping this from being vegan?”, you’re not alone. Many everyday products are just one tiny swap away from being totally plant-based. And the best part? Most of these swaps wouldn’t even be noticeable to the average eater. With veganism […]
Opinion
When Vegan Businesses Backtrack
In the last decade, we’ve seen a remarkable rise in plant-based innovation and it’s one reason my account has grown year after year due to the interest in veganism and plant-based foods. From restaurants going fully vegan to beloved brands dropping dairy for oat milk, it felt like the momentum […]
Is There a Vegan Tax? Why Plant-Based Groceries Sometimes Cost More.
If you’ve ever looked at the price of vegan cheese, milks or mock meats and thought, “Wait, why is this so expensive?”, you’re not alone. A lot of people believe there’s a so-called “vegan tax” on plant-based food. But is it a myth or is there truth to it? Let’s break […]
Sneaky Ingredients That Aren’t Vegan (And What to Look For!)
So you’re scanning labels like a pro, spotting milk and eggs from a mile away and then BAM! There it is. A seemingly plant-based product with a mystery ingredient that turns out to be not so vegan. Welcome to the world of sneaky ingredients, the ones that don’t scream “animal product” […]
My Guide to the Aisles
I know shopping for groceries can sometimes be confusing if products aren’t clearly labeled that they’re vegan. For those that are newly vegan or for those just looking to eat more plant based, it can be even more intimidating. I have more than 25 years of experience working in retail […]
The Vegan Gotcha Game
The bigger my Instagram account gets, the more I get comments and DMs from people playing what I call the “vegan gotcha game”. They’re basically claiming something isn’t vegan for any number of reasons including: It’s not certified vegan. It contains a cross contamination statement due to shared equipment. Certain […]
