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The 2021 Met Gala Is Going Plant-Based
The fashion industry’s biggest night will serve guests a 100% plant-based menu this year to highlight how food is changing in America towards more sustainable, meatless choices.
Will Bacon ‘Disappear’ In California?
Only 4 percent of hog operations comply with new animal welfare legislation coming into force in California - meaning bacon could soon ‘disappear’ in the state.
Beyond Meat Vegan Chicken Nuggets Launch at 1000 A&W Stores
The nuggets offer consumers the choice of animal-free fare without compromising on taste or texture.
Berkeley Is First US City To Commit To Phasing Out Animal Products
City Council votes to cut its spending on animal products by 50 percent in an effort to combat the meat and dairy industry’s huge carbon footprint, and help support the city’s climate goals.
Breaking: France Bans Egg Industry from Crushing and Gassing Male Chicks From 2022
In a world-first, France will join Germany in the prohibition of culling male chicks following years of protests over ethical concerns.
Long John Silver’s Launches Vegan Seafood
The largest quick-service seafood chain in the U.S. has tapped into the growing demand for sustainable, plant-based food by adding fish-free fillets and plant-based crab cakes.
Popular UK Plant-Based Food Brand Debuts in US
Vegan food brand Wicked Kitchen is set to launch at 2,500 stores nationwide after landing $14 million of funding.
‘Meat Me Halfway’: New Documentary Promotes Reducetarianism
The documentary seeks to find some common ground at the dinner table while guiding people to eat fewer animal products for the sake of animals, the planet, and our health.
Subway Will Expand Its Plant-Based Menu, According to Leaked Email
The news comes amid the controversy where DNA testing revealed the sandwich chain’s tuna sub contained ‘anything but tuna'.
Beyond Meat Chicken Tenders Launch At 400 Restaurants Nationwide
Beyond Meat continues to disrupt the protein market with the launch of plant-based chicken tenders at hundreds of eateries across the U.S.
Olympic Legend Carl Lewis Says He 'Wouldn't Be Here Right Now' If He Hadn't Become Vegan
The 9-time Olympic gold medallist says he wanted to adopt a plant-based diet to prolong his career and, nearly three decades later, continues to promote its benefits.
NFL Star Lawrence Guy Praises Plant-Based Diet For Prolonging His Career
The New England Patriots’ defensive tackle is the latest NFL player to embrace plant-based food and talk about its performance benefits for athletes.
World’s First Lab-Grown Sushi Bar to Open in San Francisco
Cellular agriculture company, Wildtype, is hoping to offer a solution to destructive fishing practices by launching the world's first lab-grown, slaughter-free sushi bar.
World’s First Lab-Grown Meat Factory Launches
Over 5,000 lab-grown burgers will be produced each day, marking a milestone in the race to create a more sustainable future of food.
Biggest US Meat Producer Launches Vegan ‘Chicken’ Bites
Tyson Foods continues to meet the growing demand for plant-based food with the release of its new buffalo and sweet barbecue plant-protein bites.
Recipe: Vegan Mushroom Arugula Penne
Ready in just 30 minutes, this creamy mushroom pasta recipe makes a delicious meat-free weeknight dinner! Created by Nutritious Plants.
New Plant-Based “Tuna” Coming to Restaurants By 2022
Cultured seafood company, Finless Foods, has announced its expansion into the plant-based seafood sphere, with chef-tested vegan tuna coming to restaurants as soon as next year.
Cargill CEO Says Plant-based Protein Will Cannibalize Demand For Meat
The meat company is racing to meet demand for plant-based products through significant investments into the alt-protein industry.
Recipe: Creamy Vegan Scallops With Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce
Did you know you can make vegan scallops from mushrooms? These creamy vegan scallops are marinated in a tasty garlic lemon butter sauce - perfect for a fish-free meal with friends. Created by FirstbornLisa.
Recipe: Raw Hummus “Sushi” Wraps
Vegan, super-healthy, and a raw twist on your all-time favorite sushi. This version incorporates protein-packed hummus as well. Created by Wonder Life of Sara.