PlantBased August 2021

I always try and find something to love in every month of the year, but August makes it especially easy. We have a lovely bank holiday to look forward to, the sun is shining, and everyone feels a little lighter; there’s a spring in our step as we soak up all that glorious vitamin D! We’ve packed our pages with more great foodie inspiration for you this month, starting with the delicious Tofish and Chips recipe from our cover. We decided to celebrate the best of British recipes in this issue, and what better place to start than with this seaside favourite. Since Seaspiracy arrived on Netflix earlier this year, many people who hadn’t even thought about going vegan before have started to question how their choices are impacting the future…

A survey conducted by YouGov, as part of the British Nutrition Foundation’s Healthy Eating Week 2021 has found that nearly two-thirds of Brits have made a change to their diet in order to get healthier in the last year. The BNF (nutrition.org.uk) found that 33 per cent of people said that they have included more fruits and vegetables in their diets, 29 per cent have started cooking healthier meals, and 32 per cent have been drinking more water. Over half (57 per cent) have made changes to cook more healthily since May 2020, with 1 in 5 finding healthier recipes to make. Roy Ballam, Managing Director and Head of Education at the BNF, said: “We’ve all had such a challenging year, so it’s really positive to see that so many people have…

Enfield Vegan Market 8th August – Enfield Market – Free Open from 10.30-16.00, the market will feature up to 40 stalls selling a variety of ethical and sustainable products: food stalls, eco-lifestyle brands, luxury cosmetics and more. veganmarkets.co.uk Vegan Camp Out 20th -22nd August – Newark Show Ground – £60 (weekend pass) The world’s largest vegan camping festival returns for 2021, with Russell Brand, BOSH! and Chris Packham headlining alongside activists, family entertainment and plenty of food. vegancampout.co.uk VeganFest Ormskirk 30th August – Town Centre – Free Supporting compassionate cuisine and promoting health and wellbeing, with a wide range of independent creative businesses offering locally-produced food, crafts and art. artisannetwork.co.uk…

Commonly referred to as nuts, cashews are actually the seeds from the cashew tree; native to Brazil, the tree is now cultivated in many warm climates across the world. The seeds that we know as nuts are nutritionally rich; they are high in unsaturated fats, low in sugar, and a source of fibre and protein. They are also a great source of copper, a mineral needed for a strong immune system and a healthy brain. Cashews do contain phytates, meaning that it can be difficult for your body to absorb all of the vitamins and minerals they contain: soaking them overnight will reduce their phytate levels and make them easier to digest. Cashews are particularly popular amongst vegans as their creamy consistency make them perfect for making homemade cheese.…

Norfolk-based vegan truffle maker Booja-Booja (boojabooja.com) has launched four new flavours and five new packs. The new flavours: Chocolate Orange, Deeply Chocolate, Chocolate Salted Caramel, and Honeycomb Caramel are each available in their own 8-pack. They also appear in a sixteen-truffle gift box called The Signature Collection. Managing Director Matt Gilding, said: “We’re even more excited about this launch than any other of recent years. Each one of the new flavours is a classic adventure: our unique take on a really popular chocolate variety. “Fans have been asking us for a Chocolate Orange truffle for a long time. It’s an absolutely classic flavour, but with our own special twist including juicy pieces of tangy mandarin.” The new flavours are widely available throughout UK supermarkets, independent stores and online stockists.…

1 The Vegetarian Butcher Patty on the Back This patty is soy-based, making it high in protein, and is a source of iron, fibre, and vitamin B12. Perfect for any summer BBQs you’re planning this month. £4, Morrisons 2 Heura Burgers The only plant-based burger to use olive oil, this option from Heura has 85 per cent less fat than a traditional beef burger, and 11 per cent more protein per calorie. £4.29, Planet Organic 3 Future Farm Future Burger Made from soy, pea and chickpea, Future Farms are looking to change the way the world eats with its plantbased products. £3.90, Sainsbury’s…