One of the fun things about having a new book out in the world is traveling to meet readers … and enjoy new vegan foods! When we got on the road this fall to promote Devils Island, John and I visited Seattle and Portland, two of the best vegan cities in the west. It was …
Throughout Italy, we dined at many local restaurants that made lovely vegan dishes, but this one in Naples really stood out. Ristorante Lombardi a Santa Chiara is not only a beautiful little restaurant known for making incredible Neapolitan pizza since 1922, but the staff is so gracious, lovely, and eager to see us vegans eat …
During a day of running around the city, we stopped for lunch at the fun and funky Flower Burger in Florence, Italy. We loved the idea of being at a truly local, all-plants restaurant, and this casual little spot was a perfect stop on a hot afternoon. This cafe features burgers, wraps, and bowls, we …
Most plant-based people know of the fantastic Smith & Daughters restaurant in Melbourne’s Fitzroy neighborhood, but not to be missed is its takeaway counterpart, Smith & Deli, which is a couple of blocks around the corner. It’s a sweet little storefront deli and grocery, offering not just amazing breakfasts, sandwiches, and sweets but an abundance …
We loved everything about Tasmania, including the beautiful city of Hobart, which for a small city of about a quarter million people, has amazing vegan offerings, including Veg Bar. This clean, austere, inviting place is all plant-based. You order at the bar and help yourself to water at the water station. The menu is extensive …
Unfortunately, the new president-elect of the United States does not believe in climate change. The good news is that those of us who do can help the planet in so many ways — and eating plants is one of them. Animal agriculture is responsible for nearly 20 percent of all greenhouse gas emissions, which is …