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Lockdown has been a difficult time for many businesses, but some have still been able to open their doors in the midst of it all. Here are three businesses that have opened since the start of lockdown that you can support in will definitely love. 

3 Businesses That Have Opened During Lockdown

Sustainable living is an important topic of conversation that many of us as individuals and on a wider collective scale are finally talking about. But what actually is sustainability, and how does it personally affect our lives? Here’s what you need to know. 

As we look towards more environmentally-friendly clothing options, circular fashion has been a big topic of discussion in the world of sustainability and the fashion world. So what is circular fashion exactly, and why is it important?

Looking to get organised with your meals this spring? Here are some recipes to make for lunch and dinner using the best produce of the season.

Keep reading for 10 facts about veganism and the environment that you can tell people who don't believe going plant-based or vegan can help combat climate change!

10 Facts That Prove How Being Vegan Saves The Planet 

Been wondering what simple and effective ways there are to reduce the air miles of your weekly food shop and other items you’re bringing into your home? Keep reading to learn a few of our quick tips.

5 Swaps To Reduce Your Food’s Air Miles (And Your Carbon Footprint)

Been wondering what are some good pre-workout food ideas? Keep reading for our favourite plant-based recommendations. 

We tried out some of the hot fitness trends tipped to be big in 2021 to see what we thought, what they’re all about and if they’re worth a go!

We Tried The Latest Fitness Trends (So You Don’t Have To)

With the long-awaited reopening of gyms and a renewed sense of motivation to get active on the minds of many, here are some of the brands making exercise as accessible and inclusive for all women that you need to know. 

3 Brands Making Fitness More Inclusive and Safe For Women

The tropical plant is a key ingredient in a variety of dishes — but what actually is it, and is it good for you? Find out this and more in this handy guide. 

Everything You Need To Know About Tamarind

Brunch is always a good idea — but it’s perfectly possible to have a decadent brunch that’s healthy, too. Whether you’re looking for healthier, vegan versions of brunch classics or vegetable-packed brunch recipes, you’ve come to the right place. 

It’s that time of the year — the weather is warmer, the days are longer, and the long awaited opportunities for barbecues with loved ones has rolled around. So, for the best vegan barbecue that’ll blow your guests away, check out these marinades to glaze, drizzle and dip into your wonder vegetable creations. 

Top Marinades For A Perfect Vegan Barbecue

It can seem a little confusing sometimes trying to figure out how to keep your fresh produce at its best, so we’ve compiled a helpful guide on how to keep what, where and a few helpful tips.

How To Properly Store Your Fresh Vegetables

Nothing pulls a dish together quite like a handful of fresh herbs. We’re not all lucky enough to have a window box or herb garden to pick from, so how can we get the most out of our fresh herbs from the supermarket? Keep reading to find out.

We love a versatile ingredient that seems to be able to do it all, and what’s a better example of this than yoghurt that can bring together sweet and savoury recipes alike? But how does labneh differ from thick yoghurts and is it even vegan? Keep reading to find out.

Spring is here and the list of produce that’s naturally growing in our hedgerows, woodlands and meadows is growing by the day. Keep reading to discover what’s on your doorstep in the UK this month and things to remember when foraging. 

Been wondering what this spicy Syrian dip tastes like, whether or not it’s vegan and how to make it yourself? Keep reading to find out all these things and more.

Looking for some natural spring cleaning inspiration? Well, you’ve come to the right place, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favourite natural cleaning products and DIY recipes for when the cleaning fairy has missed their last few visits. 

Natural Cleaning Products For Your Spring Clean

Going plant-based but still craving a nostalgic fish finger sandwich? We understand — so it’s a good thing there are lots of vegan seafood alternatives out there for you to choose from. Read on for our top picks. 

We believe the world (and everyone on it) would be better off if we ate more plants. As it stands, our food system isn’t in a good place; we use more, emit more, pollute more and waste more than the Earth could ever replace or absorb, value isn’t equally distributed, food and nutrition isn’t equally accessed and murky supply chains hide resource intensive practices and human rights violations. 

Ellie Unearths: How We Reduce The Environmental Impact Of The Ingredients In allplants Meals

Because this is the recipe the world needs right now.

A Vegan Creme Egg Cocktail Recipe (And More) Guaranteed To Brighten Your Easter Weekend

The Best Child-Friendly allplants Meals And Healthy Recipes

Because there's more to vegan books than tasty cookbooks...

The Best Vegan Lifestyle Books You Need To Read

We’re all guilty of throwing produce away when it’s looking a little worse for wear but still edible, so here are some recipes to get the most out of food that you need to use up. 

Tackling Food Waste: Our Favourite Apple Recipes

We’re all guilty of throwing produce away when it’s looking a little worse for wear but still edible, so here are some recipes to get the most out of food that you need to use up.

Tackling Food Waste: Our Favourite Banana Recipes

Black garlic has been used for thousands of years, but has recently found itself a much sought-after ingredient to cook with for both home cook foodies and chefs alike. So what is it, and how do you cook with it? Read our guide for a full breakdown of this punchy ingredient. 

Everything You Need To Know About Black Garlic

Freekeh is a great grain to get accustomed to, and can be cooked with to make delicious versatile dishes. So what actually is it? Read on for the full guide to freekeh, soon to be your new favourite kitchen cupboard hero. 

What is Freekeh And How Do You Cook With it?

Tackling Food Waste: Our Favourite Bread Recipes

It may sound strange, but many people of different hair types swear by washing their locs in rice water. So what’s the science behind this, and what are the benefits of rice water for your hair? Read on to find out. 

What’s a plant-based ‘fish’ and chips without a helping of mushy peas? But is this sweet and vivid green condiment suitable for vegans? Keep reading to find out.

Everyone looks for shortcuts and efficiencies - can I make a pizza dough without leaving it to rise? Can I do 10% less and still pass my course? Can I still be considered ‘green’ if I recycle paper but not food waste? 

If you’ve got your digital ear to the ground you might have come across the term ‘pagan diet’ recently, but what exactly does that mean? Keep reading to discover all the ins and outs including what you can and can’t eat and its supposed health benefits. 

Has the pagan diet piqued your interest and now you’re keen to try some recipes? You’ve come to the right place, you’ll find some of our favourite dishes that fit perfectly into the pagan diet. 

What a nostalgia trip it is seeing a wall of multi-coloured sweets you can get your fill from. Carefully selecting the right amount of sour fizzes, UFOs and cola bottles to have weighed and then pay for. But what about vegan pick and mix? Keep reading to find out.  

Will a set of fluffy and crispy vegan Yorkshire puddings evaluate your roast game? Keep reading for all the best recipes. 

Anyone who says they don’t enjoy snacking isn’t eating the right food in our opinion. Here are some of our go-to keto vegan snacks to fuel you through busy days between meals and meetings.

Want to know more about the latest plant-based food trend to be blowing up Twitter? Keep reading to learn all about vegan shrimp – homemade, shop-bought and eating out. 

Everything There Is To Know About Vegan Shrimp

These colourful plant-based bowls are inspired by Hawaiian poke. Traditionally using raw fish, these recipes capture freshness and seasonality with tofu or tempeh, ginger, raw vegetables, rice and zingy dressings. Any one of these dishes is guaranteed to elevate your lunch game to new levels.  

If you’re plant-based and your sweet tooth is still craving fudge, then we’ve got you covered with our favourite vegan fudge recipes to try at home. They range from super simple with only a few ingredients to ever-so-slightly less simple with a few more components – essentially, your plant-based fudge dreams are soon to become a reality.

As the sun continues to shine and we spend more time outside with friends and family, the reusable straw is set to be the must-have accessory of the summer for plant-conscious-al-fresco-drinkers. Here are some of our favourite plastic-free straws to keep the turtles and your hydration levels happy.

The Best Vegan Chicken Nuggets To Make You Feel 12 Again

Following the surge in searches for plant-based seafood after the release of Netflix documentary, Seaspiracy.

Your Plant-Based Seafood Questions Answered

Preserve your food the planet-friendly and stylish way.

Ellie Unearths: Why Plastic Isn’t Always Bad

Vegan marshmallows are incredible. That is all.

The Best Vegan Marshmallows You Need To Buy Right Now

Here's the lowdown of all things vegan at hotel chocolat. 

A Guide To Hotel Chocolat's Vegan Options

Brussels sprouts are often wheeled out during Christmas and can draw mixed reactions from any family at dinner, but actually they don’t get the credit they deserve. From nutritional benefits to unlocking its true potential with flavours, here are the reasons why brussels sprouts should be on your plate all year round.

Everything you need to know about Brussels Sprouts

Here's a roundup of recipes and ready-to-buy dairy-free Creme Egg alternatives. 

The long Easter weekend usually comes with long spring walks, time off with friends and family and plenty of tasty food – vegan Sunday lunches, baked treats and, of course, chocolate! We’ve compiled some of our favourite plant-based recipes that will get your vegan Easter feast really going.

As face coverings steadily cement themselves further into our daily lives, we’re here to help you find the most sustainable options to stay safe when out and about, without having a negative impact on the planet. 

GUIDE

3 Businesses That Have Opened During Lockdown

What Does Sustainability Mean?

What Is Circular Fashion?

April Seasonal Meal Plan

10 Facts That Prove How Being Vegan Saves The Planet

5 Swaps To Reduce Your Food’s Air Miles (And Your Carbon Footprint)

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