Jewish, Vegan & Sustainable

JVS is the UK Jewish community’s non-profit dedicated to promoting food ethics, sustainability, and concern for all living creatures.

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Green Paprika Hungarian Supper

Tue, 2 Jun 2026, 19:00

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£24 - £28

Nature Inspired Screen Printing

Sun, 7 Jun 2026, 13:30

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£20 - £25

London Climate Action Week Friday Night Dinner

Fri, 19 Jun 2026, 19:00

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Latest Articles

18 May 2026•Rachael Ashmore

Why Honey Isn’t Vegan & Jewish Perspectives

Welfare and environmental considerations have led to a growing movement of Jews choosing a vegan lifestyle, arguing that modern factory bee farming violates the Torah principle of Tza'ar Ba'alei Chaim.

15 May 2026•Rachael Ashmore

The Land of Almond Milk and Date Honey: A Modern Guide to a Vegan Shavuot

Choosing dairy-free alternatives aligns with tzaar baalei chaim by avoiding animal products, which is invariable linked to the abuse and slaughter of animals.

14 May 2026•Rachael Ashmore

The Moral Atrocity of Horse Racing & Why Jews Cannot Accept it

Maimonides cites the act of Bilaam striking his donkey as an example of ‘tzaar baalei chaim’ causing unnecessary pain and distress to an animal, which is prohibited by the Torah.

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12 May 2026•4 servings

Spiced Whole-Baked Cauliflower

Difficulty:medium

23 April 20260•4 servings

Black Bean & Sweet Potato Tacos

Difficulty:easy

16 April 20260•4 servings

Spiced Chickpea ‘Tuna’ Salad

Difficulty:easy

About JVS

We are a community dedicated to exploring the intersection of Jewish values and veganism. Through events, education, and advocacy, we promote ethical eating, environmental stewardship, and compassionate living in line with Jewish traditions.

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