The Very Good Butchers Review: A Big Box of (Plant-Based) Meat

We just ordered our second Big Box of (Plant-Based) Meat, and we finally decided to write The Very Good Butchers review! I first discovered this Plant-Based Butchery a year ago in a Facebook ad. It said, ‘we butcher beans.’ I was intrigued by the products but intimidated by the price. But I finally bit the bullet and…

Vegan V-Day: Love the Planet, Animals and Your SO

Valentines day is around the corner and heart-shaped merchandise is flooding stores. It can be easy to get overwhelmed and end up reaching for the closest box of chocolate placed directly at eye level by rich advertisers. Or you can do a little bit of research and make the best choice for the planet and…

Vegan Thanksgiving 101: Meatless Turkey Options

This morning I read that one-third of Americans are considering going meatless this Thanksgiving. These numbers seem too good to be true, but I’m staying hopeful! I am also hoping to be mostly vegan this Thanksgiving for the environment, animal welfare and for my health. From my past experiences, a 100% vegan Thanksgiving is super…

Plant-based is NOT a Synonym for Healthy

I began my plant-based (or vegan) journey over two years ago. In that time, so many alternative products have hit the markets and now you can buy vegan ice cream, pizza and even cheese at most grocery stores. Since changing my diet, I have actually gained about 20 pounds by eating the wrong kind of…

Plant-Based Eating Tips: Infographics

Plant-based eating is very trendy right now and it can be a little confusing to start. When switching to a plant-based diet it’s important to keep track of your macros and make sure you are getting all the nutrients you need! There are plenty of guides online, but what I found particularly helpful are these…

How I Became a Beveage (Vegan…ish)

‘Vegan’ is a word I never thought I’d use in reference to myself. Until three months ago, I never even said ‘vegan’ without grimacing unless I was being sarcastic. I loved meat, cheese and eggs, pitied vegetarians and looked down on vegans. Why did I single vegans out so much? One or two may have…