Author: Tracy I
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Vegan pizza — yes yes yes
Fridays on the blog are fun days where I talk about food. What better Friday food than pizza? I know people who have pizza every single Friday. Some order it in. Others make it lovingly at home, no longer even needing to consult their favourite dough recipe, each family member selecting toppings of choice. Or…
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Vegan “meat” products: is more realistic better?
Several years ago, before I’d ever heard of “Beyond,” I sent back a burger I’d ordered in a sports-bar style restaurant because I thought it was a beef burger rather than the veggie burger I’d ordered. It was red inside, and I thought the juice running out of it was blood on my plate. It…
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For the vegans who miss creamy, this post is for you
Among the more frequent obstacles people cite that get in the way of moving from vegetarian to vegan, missing “creamy” is probably second (missing cheese is the main contender for the blue ribbon). Who doesn’t love a creamy dessert like chocolate mouse or trifle, or a creamy salad dressing like ranch, or a creamy pasta…
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On labels: “vegan” or “plant-based”?
In recent years, you’ve probably noticed the rise of the term “plant-based.” What’s the difference between “vegan” and “plant-based”? Does it even matter? As a philosopher, I may be more prone to seeking significance in distinctions that others might consider simply a matter of semantics. But in this case, there is a difference in both…
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Some ideas to help you plan ahead for Meatless Monday
Sometimes trying something new is daunting until you have a plan. Then it becomes easier. As promised earlier this week, today I’m offering a few ideas for easy Meatless Monday meals and snacks. I’m definitely a three-meals-a-day person, plus snacks, and so today I’ll cover breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. Breakfast: A quick and easy…
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“Meatless Monday” is two-thirds there, once a week
You’ve probably heard about Meatless Monday, a campaign or, as the Mondays folks call it, “a global movement,” that encourages people to reduce their meat consumption “for their health and the health of the planet.” It’s a great idea and easy to do. It’s true that a plant-based diet has health benefits. This message has…
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Lab-grown meat? I’ll take a veggie burger, please
In recent years you’ve likely encountered reports of lab-grown or cultivated meat. As outlined in the article, “Will I See Lab-Grown Meat in Supermarkets Any Time Soon?” some people consider it a great alternative that addresses any ethical concerns they might have about killing animals for food. And we are one step closer to it…
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The elegant simplicity of mint tea
Of all the herbal teas out there, I love mint tea the most. It’s refreshing whether served hot or iced. It’s light on the tongue. The minty aroma is soothing. To me, everything about mint tea makes me feel relaxed and calm. If you’ve ever grown mint in your garden, you know that it takes…
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Why is talking about food ethics so prickly?
In my “about” blurb I mention that the blog is a companion to a book-in-progress. One thing the blog is helpful for is working through some issues I’m having with tone. I realize that food ethics in general raises issues that immediately put people on the defensive. Why so prickly? I touched on this a…
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Plant-based and synthetic yarns have lots to offer
For lots of us, figuring out our food options when we start trying to make vegan choices is just the beginning. It slowly radiates out from there when it becomes clear just how much our commitment can have an impact on other areas of our lives. I am an enthusiastic knitter, and used to love…
Vegan Practically 