When we last checked, renowned journalist Katie Couric was on a health kick. Last summer, Couric made her own version of Erewhon’s iconic kale salad, massaging the leafy green to a perfect texture before adding nutritious elements such as chopped avocado, white beans, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds. In her latest venture, Couric has teamed up with Robin Arzón, Peloton’s VP of Fitness Programming, to tackle the art of vegan baking. This collaboration unfolded in Couric’s kitchen, where the duo whipped up a batch of vegan chocolate chip cookies. “I love cookies. I love chocolate chip cooki ..read more

Star Wars fans, unite! A new sauce inspired by Darth Vader is coming in hot from Truff. If classic cartoon cats are more up your alley, Garfield finally found something he likes more than lasagna: nacho Popchips.  And for the pizza lovers out there, Blackbird Foods has announced that it’s making Philly Cheesesteak Pizzas, a winning product idea that fans selected over a few interesting contenders.  Read on for more.  Health news It’s no secret that if you’re looking to live a long and healthy life, following a plant-forward diet is a good way to go and a growing number of scien ..read more

When we last checked, renowned journalist Katie Couric was on a health kick. Last summer, Couric made her own version of Erewhon’s iconic kale salad, massaging the leafy green to a perfect texture before adding nutritious elements such as chopped avocado, white beans, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds. In her latest venture, Couric teamed up with Robin Arzón, Peloton’s VP of Fitness Programming, to tackle the art of vegan baking. This collaboration unfolded in Couric’s kitchen, where the duo whipped up a batch of vegan chocolate chip cookies. “I love cookies. I love chocolate chip cookies ..read more

What gives vegan burgers, nuggets, and hot dogs their meaty chew? For many brands and homecooked recipes, the answer is seitan. Pronounced say-tan, this vegan meat alternative has born the brunt of an endless supply of bad puns, but despite its unfortunate name, seitan is responsible for advancing plant-based products beyond the limitations of tofu and tempeh. Its uses are infinitely versatile in its mimicry of animal-based meat, and it also provides a substantial amount of plant-based protein. From the decades-old origin story to how to use it in your most beloved recipes, here is everything ..read more

When it comes to bagels, there are a few different origin stories floating around. One legend, for example, notes that they were first eaten in Vienna, Austria, after the Polish king Jan Sobieski III saved the city from a Turkish invasion in 1683. Other records show, however, that a very similar-looking bread called obwarzanek was eaten in Poland centuries earlier. But regardless of where they began, there is no doubt that today, bagels are a big deal. Jewish Eastern European immigrants brought them to the US in the 19th century, and now, the streets of New York City, in particular, are lined ..read more

This past Earth Day, two California companies known for their plant-based offerings made significant announcements that underscore the tumultuous landscape of the plant-based sector and the wider food industry at large. The first came from the Northern California-based plant-based meat giant Impossible Foods: it is opening “Impossible Ranch,” a South Carolina-based former cattle ranch that will grow crops for the ingredients used in its meaty plant-based burgers and also provide a loving home for rescue cattle. The second came from a long-standing Los Angeles restaurant chain formerly known a ..read more

Let’s be honest, you can’t go wrong with a lunchtime sandwich. They’re filling, they’re versatile, they’re tasty—they’re the ultimate midday classic. In fact, on any given day, around half of all Americans will treat themselves to a sandwich. But while it’s easy to throw together a quick (vegan) BLT at home or a grilled cheese, sometimes, you can’t beat a big, juicy, professionally-made sandwich. Sure, you can pop to Subway for your fix, but Mendocino Farms has tasty plant-based sandwich options, too, as well as plenty of vegan-friendly salads, soups, and sides. jump to the list What is Mendo ..read more

You’ve probably heard already, but Taylor Swift recently released a new album. The Tortured Poets Department hit streaming services on April 19 and has already broken records in true Swift fashion. On the first day, it sold 1.4 million copies. So you’ve not just heard the news, but you’ve probably already listened to at least a handful of the 31 tracks. But have you eaten your way through it yet? Stay with us. jump to the recipes Beth Garrabrant   One listener, according to The Guardian, compared Swift’s ethereal new album to “eating too much chocolate.” They were mostly referring to the ..read more

That late-night vegan deep-dish pizza. An elegant brunch spread at your favorite fancy restaurant. Your grandmother’s holiday tamales. Everyone has that one meal, that one dish, that one experience so mouthwatering that they can never forget it. So we asked VegNews editors to share their stories of that life-altering day when they sat down, dug in, and had the best meal ever. Alex Etling Seitan Piccata Blossom • New York, NY “I’ve been a regular visitor of New York City for more than a decade, and because I am the quintessential food-obsessed vegan, some of my most cherished experiences in th ..read more

Pasta is a go-to dish across the Mediterranean, of course, but love for this Italian specialty stretches around the world. According to the Italian Pasta Organization, nine out of 10 Americans love pasta, as well as more than 95 percent of English people. In fact, across the US, England, Germany, and France, most of the population eats some form of pasta at least once a week. But when it comes to really acing pasta, it turns out, the type of sauce you choose for each shape does make a big difference. Jump to THE pasta Can you use any pasta with any sauce? While you can, of course, use any pas ..read more