UK overtakes Germany as world’s leader for vegan food launches Sean Murphy January 10, 2019 Food, In the News Less than two weeks into Veganuary, market research website Mintel has released new data showing that the UK is now dominating global vegan new product development. As many as one in six (16 per cent) food...
Sean Murphy: Growth and popularity of veganism in the UK showing no sign of slowing Sean Murphy January 8, 2019 Food The recent stramash over the launch of the Greggs vegan sausage roll has accurately highlighted the depth of feeling and interest in this fast growing lifestyle choice, as more and more people across the UK...
Almost half of UK vegans made the switch to the lifestyle within the last year Sean Murphy November 19, 2018 Food, In the News The study by data analysis platform GlobalData found that, as of 2018, 42 per cent of reported UK vegans have followed the diet for less than a year; this compares with only one fifth of vegetarians (most...
63% Thrive, Edinburgh, restaurant review Gaby Soutar November 8, 2018 Food, Restaurant Review Life is like an avocado. It’s pear-shaped, and, at the centre of things, there’s a huge vacuum. Now that I’ve got my existential angst out of the way, I can talk more positively about this fruit,...
5 of the best vegan restaurants to check out in Edinburgh Sean Murphy October 31, 2018 Food With veganism becoming a more popular dietary choice, restaurants, cafes and shops have adapted to keep up with the demand of people choosing this conscientious lifestyle. The capital has always been quick...
World Vegan Day recipe: Subzi Tak-a-Tak Sean Murphy October 31, 2018 Food, Recipes Subzi Tak-a-Tak An Indian vegan diet can be extremely healthy with many curries being made with lentils and beans which are rich in protein. One of the healthiest things about Indian food is the liberal use...
Edinburgh restaurant group to offer UK’s first meatless ‘bleeding’ burger Sean Murphy October 31, 2018 Food, In the News Innovative food brand Moving Mountains, who specialise in plant-based dishes, are bringing the UK’s first ever meatless ‘bleeding’ burger to Scotland, having secured a listing with Montpeliers’...
Glasgow and Edinburgh top chart of UK vegan hotspots Sean Murphy October 29, 2018 Food, In the News Mindful Chef, the health recipe box service, has unveiled their report into regional dietary preferences around the country – revealing that you’re most likely to bump into a vegan if you’re in Glasgow,...
Scottish cafe unveils world’s first vegan sandwich made with Irn Bru Scotsman Food and Drink Staff October 29, 2018 Drink, In the News The sandwich is served on toasted sourdough with rocket, cheese and pickles. Its barbecue sauce is made from pulled jackfruit and mushrooms - roasted in Irn Bru. The sandwich also comes with side-salad,...
Louise Palmer-Masterton: 6 common problems vegans face when eating out Sean Murphy October 17, 2018 Food Having spent 35 years eating out as a vegan, gone are the days when people would look at me as though I had just landed from outer space. At that time, just being a vegetarian was thought to be strange...
