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Jammie Dodgers just launched a slimy edition flavour for Halloween

“They smell as good as ever, classic Jammie Dodgers, and the filling is like sweet syrup with a faint hint of apple.” Jammie Dodgers has launched a limited Halloween special Gooey Apple Slime Edition. The iconic British biscuits filled with oozing green “slime” have gone on sale at B&M and Home Bargains for just 49p …

Canada to ban single-use plastics by end of 2021

“Plastic pollution threatens our natural environment. It fills our rivers or lakes, and most particularly our oceans, choking the wildlife that live there.” This month, the Canadian government announced its intention to ban plastic bags and other single-use plastics nationwide by the end of 2021. The announcement follows Prime Minister Justin Trudeau first admitting to …

Lewis Hamilton reveals how a vegan diet changed his dog’s life

“He now doesn’t have any breathing issues, his throat is no longer restricted, and he doesn’t overheat like he did before and he loves to run. He also has no allergy issues. He’s like a puppy again!” Lewis Hamilton has revealed his eight-year-old dog Roscoe, a bulldog, is “like a puppy again” after going vegan …

Luxury vegan footwear label Pīferi unveiled at Harrods today

“I love that it’s a vegan collection. Sustainability is becoming more important and relevant for every single customer. But I also love that the shoes are super feminine, dreamy and unique.” Today, vegan luxury footwear label Pīferi is making its long-awaited debut at Harrods, London, where it will be exclusively sold for the next month. …

Seven new plant-based brands feature in Tesco’s 2020 incubator cohort

“Our Incubator programme enables us to partner with some of the most exciting up-and-coming brands, who are at the very forefront of consumer trends including plant-based innovation and sustainability.” This year, seven new plant-based brands are going to participate in Tesco’s 2020 incubator programme. The selected brands exemplify Tesco’s commitment towards promoting plant-based products and …

Flora puts dairy back into Flora Buttery recipe

The plant-based giant has reintroduced the previous non-vegan version after shoppers said they missed “the familiar taste” of buttermilk in Flora Buttery. Flora has reintroduced dairy to its Flora Buttery variant in a bid to offer choice to every consumer “looking for a product specifically tailored towards their needs”. The spread’s new recipe, which will …

Pizza Hut’s first vegan ‘chicken wings’ launch in Australia

“Our commitment of making it easier for more Aussies to share good times continues, now through more inclusive menu choices. After all, everyone is a Pizzatarian.” Fast-food chain Pizza Hut has launched new plant-based ‘chicken wings’ in Australia as part of its ongoing commitment to plant-based diners. This new addition to the brand’s WingStreet range …

UK’s first vegan hot meal vending machine for NHS staff arrives at London Hospital

“The NHS has been doing an incredible job of keeping the country afloat during this terrible pandemic, and it’s been a pleasure to collaborate to improve the quality of NHS staff diets across the country.” NHS staff at Hillingdon Hospital in Greater London will now have access to hot vegan meals via a new vending …

Kroger adds 50 new products to its own brand plant-based line

“We’re excited to introduce the latest additions to our Simple Truth Plant Based collection to provide an expanded selection of affordable, delicious and quality products for our customers who live a vegan, vegetarian or flexitarian lifestyle.”  This week, America’s favorite grocer, Kroger announced the expansion of its private vegan food label – Simple Truth. The …

Hooray Foods’ plant-based bacon to launch in US retail on World Vegan Day

“I have been in the food industry for many years, so working to make an environmental difference seemed like a good place to start.” Hooray Foods has announced its plant-based bacon will make a retail debut into seven US regions through a distribution partnership with Whole Foods on World Vegan Day on 1st November. According …

Vegan brand to give away a year’s supply of plant-based chicken nuggets

“It’s great to see that so many people are willing to try out a plant-based diet. It’s never been easier to introduce meat-free options into your diet.” Vegan brand The Fry Family Food Co. is hosting a competition for meat eaters to earn the chance of winning a year’s supply of its plant-based chicken nuggets. …

Bel Group to launch vegan versions of its best-selling cheese lines

“I am convinced that we must build a food model that can have a positive impact on our entire ecosystem.” This week, French multinational giant Bel Group has announced plans to roll out plant-based cheeses in each of its core brands in the coming months. The group, which owns popular cheese brands including The Laughing …