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A Taste of India: FND 24th January 2025
Last week’s Friday Night Dinner was a truly special evening, filled with connection, community and the irresistible aroma of delicious plant-based Indian cuisine, prepared by the talented Chef Nishma of Shambhu’s. Guests gathered to enjoy a delightful feast that showcased the rich flavours of North Indian and Gujarati dishes, creating a wonderful sense of togetherness. […]
Tu B’Shvat 2025 (15 Shvat 5785)
Dear Reader, As we approach Tu B’Shvat, the “New Year for Trees,” I find myself reflecting on what this holiday truly means—especially. Tu B’Shvat, which falls on the 15th of Shevat, is a beautiful celebration of nature and the life that springs from the earth. It’s a moment to pause, appreciate the trees, and honour […]
Winter Warmer: Vegan Leek and Potato Soup
Here’s a simple and creamy vegan leek and potato soup recipe!
Veganism and Environmental Conversations at Davos 2025
The World Economic Forum (WEF) at Davos continues to highlight the climate crisis and the importance of sustainability across industries. A key focus at this year’s event is the transition to more sustainable food systems. As part of this, veganism and plant-based diets have been spotlighted as critical components in reducing global carbon emissions. Some […]
Vegan NIBs: 23 January 2025
The vegan community has witnessed several noteworthy developments: 💚 UK’s First Fully Plant-Based Work Canteen Launched: Ecotricity, a green energy company, has unveiled the UK’s first fully plant-based work canteen, offering affordable and sustainable meals for its employees. 💚 Emirates Expands Vegan Menu: Emirates Airlines has significantly expanded its vegan menu across all cabin classes […]
Film Screening: Six Inches of Soil
To mark Tu B’Shevat (New Year of the trees) we are screening Six Inches of Soil film. The film tells the story of remarkable farmers, communities, small businesses, chefs and entrepreneurs who are leading the way to transform how our food is produced and consumed. As part of the evening there will be a vegan […]
Gujarati Feast – A Taste of North India: 24th January 2025
We’re looking forward to you joining us for community connections this week. For our first Friday night dinner of 2025 and to get inspired for Veganuary! We are starting the year with a delicious, plant-based journey through the heart of India! Chef Nishma of Shambhu’s will be preparing an exclusive Indian feast, showcasing her expertise […]
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Vegan NIBs (news in brief): 20 January 2025
💚 Lidl has launched a budget-friendly plant-based product range in the UK, with prices starting at £1.09, aiming to make vegan options more accessible. 💚 Waitrose has expanded its PlantLiving range with nine new and improved products, featuring bold packaging and a new ‘Plant Varieties’ logo. 💚 A new Oxford University study reveals that plant-based […]
Veganuary 2025 Cooking Class
We had a fun packed time at our sold out Veganuary 2025 cooking class. Our resident chef Zoe got everyone working in pairs. We made the following dishes: • ginger sesame baked tofu • roasted cauliflower with tahini • roasted broccoli and satay • oyster mushroom parcels • chocolate mousse (2 ways – chocolate orange […]