Burger King hosts yet another pop-up – this time in Costa Rica
Burger King has introduced its plant-based burgers in 70 countries in the last few years. Burger King is leading the plant-based movement in the fast-food industry. While many fast-food chains are now offering vegan versions of its most popular items, the QSR giant has expanded its meatless range all over the world. It has been …
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Hippeas just launched a new vegan snack with THIS
The new flavour is the sixth in Hippeas’ award-winning range. UK snack brand Hippeas has launched a new limited-edition flavour in partnership with vegan meat brand THIS. The Chickpea snack brand has created a vegan smoky bacon flavoured version of its puff snacks, ‘Isn’t Smoky Bacon’. The flavouring used is the same as THIS plant-based …
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Massive anti-speciesism posters deck tube and train lines across London
“Animals feel every one of the emotions humans do, and yet they’re caged, tortured, and killed with impunity”. Vegan charity PETAUK has plastered tube carriages with new pro-vegan ads. The adverts are part of their latest campaign in recognition of World Day for the End of Speciesism on 27 August. The charity has released 600 …
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Tesco slammed for non-vegan fruit saga
Tesco revealed that some of its fruits are coated with animal derived products making them unsuitable for vegans Tesco has been at the brunt of criticism for labeling its oranges and lemons ‘non vegan’. The supermarket chain recently admitted that some citrus fruits including lemons, limes and oranges, are covered in a post-harvest wax containing …
Ricky Gervais, Kendall Jenner and other celebrities call for ban on horse-drawn carriages
“The time to ban horse-drawn carriage rides is overdue. Laws regulating the carriage trade have long failed horses, many of whom have suffered and died.” Ricky Gervais and Kendall Jenner are among a slew of Hollywood A-listers backing PETA’s call for a total ban on horse-drawn carriages following the collapse of yet another horse on a …
Taco Bell trials own vegan beef at 50 outlets ahead of Beyond Meat launch later this year
The new vegan beef is inspired by Taco Bell’s classic flavours. Fast food giant Taco Bell has confirmed it is testing a new meat substitute made with pea and soy protein at select restaurant locations in the US. The new vegan meat is “inspired by classic Taco Bell flavours” and will be available at 50 …
Deliciously Ella founder reveals how a vegan diet ‘cured’ her chronic health issues
The famous British food writer and entrepreneur says her health journey has made her ‘realise the power of finding a purpose’. Ella Mills, aka Deliciously Ella has revealed how her decision to go vegan worked wonders for her health and has given her a purpose in life. She recently celebrated a major milestone marking 10 …
England must eat at least 30% less meat to avoid climate breakdown, says food tsar
Currently 85% of agricultural land in England is used for animal husbandry or to grow food which is then fed to livestock. Henry Dimbleby – the key adviser to the UK Government on future food policies – has reckoned the need to reduce consumption of meat in England by 30% The Leon restaurant chain co-founder …
KFC Australia just launched new plant-based popcorn chicken
The fast-food giant has been steadily increasing its plant-based options worldwide KFC Australia has finally plunged into plant-based waters with the launch of Wicked popcorn chicken in select NSW stores. The new snack is made with pea protein and uses the same signature spice blend of Wicked Wings in meat-free popcorn-sized bites. It will be …
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Malta announces bans on fur farming and foie gras production
The new legislation will prevent producers from moving their operations into Malta but falls short in that it does not ban the sale of foie gras or fur locally from any unscrupulous buyer. Malta has become the latest country to impose a ban on fur and foie gras production. The Ministry of Agriculture issued a …
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Animal activists want Pork Pie Roundabout in Leicester renamed to Vegan Pie Roundabout
The term ‘vegan’ was coined in Leicester by Donald Watson in 1944 Animal rights activists have urged the Mayor of Leicester to rename the city’s Pork Pie Roundabout in a bid to ‘inspire healthier food choices and celebrate Leicester’s connection to veganism’. Vegan charity PETA has sent a letter to Sir Peter Soulsby requesting to …
Pizza Hut UK now offers vegan cheese on all deliveries
“We know meat-eaters and vegetarians alike are increasingly looking for more plant-based alternatives to our pizza menus, so we are continuously searching to bring delicious innovations to the table.” Pizza Hut has finally added vegan cheese to its delivery menu following an increase in meat-free demand. According to the fast-food chain, 19% more customers are …
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