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A vegetarian world could become a reality
Leading scientists have stated that the world’s population may have to reduce its meat consumption dramatically and switch to an almost completely vegetarian diet over the next 40 years, in order to avoid disastrous water shortages. The analysis, published by Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) in Feeding a Thirsty World: Challenges and Opportunities for a […]
Chilli Non Carne
This chilli contains no meat (hence the name “non carne” instead of “con carne”) and is easy to throw together using mostly store cupboard ingredients.
Coalition of Jewish Groups Reviving Ancient Jewish Holiday for Animals
A coalition of Jewish groups is reviving the ancient Jewish holiday of Rosh Hashana La B’heimot (New Year’s Day for Livestock Animals) as a day devoted to considering our relationships with animals. The holiday occurs on the first day of the month of Elul and was initially devoted to counting domesticated animals for sacrificial offerings. […]
Crunchy Leek & Potato Gratin with Fennel and Orange Salad
The earthy favours of leek, potato and walnuts combine beautifully with the sharpness of fennel, peppers and orange to form a hearty, vitamin-rich and colouful meal.
Animals in Olympics ceremony will be forced to perform in film and theatre
With outrage over the news that the Olympic Opening Ceremony today will include the use of over 100 animals, many were relieved to hear that at least these animals would afterwards be homed at animal shelters, rather than being slaughtered. Ceremony creator Danny Boyle wrote to the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) […]
Lemon Cupcakes
Amazingly lemony cakes which are so light and fresh – perfect for a summer picnic!
No more meat-eating, if global temperatures rise
Meat and vegetables could become too expensive for many people if global temperatures continue to rise, according to a report from the Sustainable Consumption Institute. The report, What’s Cooking? Adaptation and Mitigation in the UK Food System was produced by researchers at the University of Manchester after a two-year study which calculated the emissions of […]
Bean Burgers
Easy-peasy red kidney bean burgers which hold together perfectly with rolled oats.
Award-Winning Producer Urges Jews to Consider Vegetarianism
Lionel Friedberg, award-winning producer with 18 feature film credits as Director of Photography to his name, spoke at the Jewish Vegetarian Society’s headquarters in Golders Green on Sunday 1 July, following a screening of his thought-provoking documentary A Sacred Duty: Applying Jewish Values To Help Heal The World. The event had a full turn-out with […]
Win Some Vegan Egg!
Win a Packet of Vegg – The World’s First Vegan Fried Egg! The Vegg – a brand new incredible, edible egg-free product – has just hit the market! It’s a versatile egg yolk replacer that can be used (instead of egg yolks) in a wide range of recipes, and you can even use it straight […]