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JVS Community Shabbat Dinner: Celebrating Tu Bishvat 2025
Last Friday night, we had the most amazing three-course dinner, all thanks to the JVS chefs and volunteers. It was a proper treat, especially because it was all about Tu Bishvat – the Jewish New Year of the Trees. The meal was packed with fresh and seasonal veggies, celebrating everything nature has to offer. You […]
Should We Reintroduce Wolves to Scotland? Here’s Why It Might Just Work
Imagine walking through the Scottish Highlands, surrounded by ancient forests, crisp air, and… wolves? Sounds wild, right? But hear me out—scientists are seriously looking at bringing grey wolves back to Scotland, and honestly, it could be a game-changer. Right now, the Highlands are struggling. Overgrazing means young trees barely get a chance to grow, leaving […]
Plant-Based Diets and Cardiovascular Health: A Heart-Healthy Choice
Alright, hear me out— a plate full of plants. One of the biggest game-changers in the fight against climate change. Science keeps telling us that eating more plant-based foods can do wonders for both our hearts and the planet. A diet rich in veggies, whole grains, and legumes helps lower blood pressure, reduce cholesterol, and […]
Why Everyone’s Talking About Plant-Based Eating (And Why You Might Want to Join In if You Haven’t Already)
Alright, let’s talk food. More specifically, let’s talk plant-based food—because, honestly, it’s having a moment (and for good reason). Scientists have been studying it for 20 years now, across nearly 50 studies, and the verdict is pretty clear: eating more plants is a win for your body and the planet. Whether you’re vegetarian, vegan, or […]
Vegan NIBs: 19 February 2025
💚 Royal Mail Implements Digital Tags to Enhance Sustainability Royal Mail has partnered with Wiliot to introduce digital tags for real-time tracking across the UK. This initiative aims to optimize logistics, reduce emissions, and support Royal Mail’s goal of achieving net-zero by 2040. Source 💚 Holistic Sustainability Metrics in Lighting Industry The lighting industry is […]
Vegan NIBs: London Vegan Michelin
London’s plant-based dining scene has just reached an exciting new milestone! In addition to Plates making history as the UK’s first fully vegan Michelin-starred restaurant, several other London hotspots—Oma, AngloThai, and Lita—have also been awarded Michelin stars in 2025. This is a huge win for the city’s ever-growing vegan and plant-based dining movement and a […]
Plates London: First Vegan UK Restaurant to Win Michelin Star
Big news for the plant-based food scene—Plates London has just become the UK’s first fully vegan restaurant to land a Michelin star! This is huge, not just for the restaurant but for the entire future of vegan cuisine. It’s proof that plant-based food isn’t just a “healthy option” or a niche trend anymore—it’s fine dining, […]
Plant-Based Brands, This One’s for You
Plant-based pioneers, listen up. The Battle of the Brands is back, and if you’re looking to get your products in front of major UK and European retailers, this could be your golden ticket. Happening on 4th June 2025 at the Radisson Blu London Stansted Airport, this competition is all about giving one challenger brand a […]
Lara Balsam’s Restaurant Review: Tofu Vegan
On an especially rainy and chilly February day, I was excited to try some warming Chinese fare at Tofu Vegan in Golders Green. One of five branches scattered across London, their NW11 site is a stone’s throw from JVS, conveniently located opposite the old Hippodrome and is well serviced by numerous buses as well as […]