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In this episode of The Vegetarian Zen podcast, we welcome Joanne Roach of The Foodies, a site that helps children understand where food comes from. It’s all about trying new things to make the link between the seasons and their plates. Disclaimer: Information on this site and on our podcast is presented for educational purposes only. Always …
Teaching Kids to Grow, Cook, and Taste the Seasons with Joanne Roach Read More »
When we became plant-based in 2013 there weren’t a lot of vegan options, particularly vegan Easter candy. Fast forward to 2021, and plant-based products are on the rise! This includes a broader offering of vegan Easter candy. So, after an awesome Easter dinner, treat yourself to a few of these vegan sweet treats! Our …
Spring is here, and so is Easter! With so many great plant-based recipes out there these days, there’s absolutely no reason any vegan or vegetarian should feel deprived during the holidays. If you’re looking for something delicious to whip up for that vegan or vegetarian Easter dinner, here are a few ideas to get you …
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Before we share our 7 tips for a successful Veganuary, let’s talk about what Veganuary is in case you’re new to it. What is Veganuary? Veganuary is a month-long challenge that has taken place every January since 2014. The goal of the challenge is to encourage people to eat a plant-based diet. In 2020, …
It’s tradition down here in the southern U.S. (where we live) to get the new year started off right with a big bowl of black-eyed peas. These yummy legumes are believed to bring you good luck for the coming year. Whether you believe that black-eyed peas are lucky or not, one thing’s for certain: they …
7 Vegan Black-Eyed Peas Recipes For A Prosperous New Year! Read More »
The holiday season is my absolute FAVORITE time of year! For me, it’s always meant family, friends, and good food–and good food is what this article is all about. Here are ten vegan and vegetarian Christmas dinner ideas that will satisfy vegetarians, vegans, and even your omnivore family members. 10 Vegan and Vegetarian Christmas …
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When we decided to start a garden in our backyard, we knew we wanted a raised garden bed. We have 2 large dogs and wanted to be sure the garden was safe and that they were safe too! After some research, we decided on the Gronomics garden boxes. These were simple boxes that seemed …
Our Gronomics Raised Garden Beds (with Assembly Instructions and Pics!) Read More »
Who doesn’t love the smell of a beautiful herb garden not to mention the taste of freshly cut herbs! A few years ago, I wrote about how I assembled my Gronomics raised garden bed boxes. You can read more on this in my article, Our Gronomics Raised Garden Beds (with Assembly Instructions and Pics!) For …
A Guide To Creating Your Own Backyard Elevated Herb Garden Read More »
We are RIGHT in the thick of the holiday season with many people getting together for family, fun, and food! Navigating the holidays can be challenging for ANYONE. However, making your way through potlucks and parties can be especially challenging especially if you’re a new vegan or vegetarian or are simply trying to reduce meat …
7 Tips for Navigating the Holidays As Vegetarian or Vegan (VZ 340) Read More »
In episode 319 of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we gave you 7 Awesome refrigerator organization tips to help you stop wasting food. Also in that episode, we promised to share some pantry organization tips with you…so here we are! Let’s get organizing! You can listen here or read on for a quick summary. Why …
I have to admit, in researching this topic, I was SHOCKED to find out how many dog harnesses failed to provide the results they promised, the most basic being to protect your dog (and to protect you from a flying dog!) in the event of a car accident. Before we talk about specific harnesses and …
What You May Not Know About Your Dog Car Harness (VZ 322) Read More »
Springtime is a GREAT Time to Be in The Garden! In this episode of our podcast, we are very pleased to share an interview with someone who has been a friend of mine for 10 years or so now. I met him while working in my corporate job and we’ve stayed in touch even after …
In the Garden with Augie Sanchez (aka The Unkempt Gardener) (VZ 302) Read More »
This year, Netflix launched a new show called “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo” which is based on the best-selling book, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing. Marie Kondo is an organizing consultant and “tidying expert” who visits families to help them declutter their homes. Her system, …
The Konmari Method for Your Home and Life (VZ 297) Read More »
Be my Veggie-Valentine! Despite its theme of love, Valentine’s Day can be a high-pressure holiday. What to give your spouse of 30 years “who has everything”? You’ve only been on two dates with someone—do you give them a gift? Should you declare your undying love for your secret crush?? (probably not!) Being a cruelty-free, eco-conscious …
6 Ways to Celebrate a Cruelty-Free & Environmentally Friendly Valentine’s Day (VZ 295) Read More »
It’s That Time of Year Again! Yes, the holiday season is officially upon us! So many holiday traditions are based around amazing food, and being meat-free doesn’t mean that you need to miss out. In fact, there are so many meatless alternatives to the traditional “holiday roast” and meat-based sides these days that you might …
8 Simple Vegan Turkey Substitutes That Don’t Suck (VZ 282) Read More »
This episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast is all about how you can help animals in need in your community. If it’s just not feasible to adopt or foster a pet, there are still many ways you can help animals in need. Today, we share 8 ways you can help! Listen to the podcast …
8 Things You Can Do To Help Animals in Need in Your Community (VZ 269) Read More »
In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’ll be shedding (get it, shedding??!) some light on cruelty-free pet products, including food, treats, grooming products, and flea medicines. Please note that some of the links on this page may be affiliate links and, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission …
In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we share tips for being a vegetarian or vegan when other members of your household are not. Please note that some of the links on this page may be affiliate links and, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you …
Being Vegetarian or Vegan in a Non-Veg Household (VZ 240) Read More »
Don’t Let the Holidays Sneak Up On You! In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’ll share some tips for getting a jump on holiday entertaining, whether you’re hosting, attending parties hosted by others, or making the rounds of work, school, and community potlucks. Please note that some of the links on this …
VZ 229: Prepare Now for Holiday Cooking and Entertaining Read More »
Empowering Your Kids Can Make Healthy Choices Stick! In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’ll share some tips for helping kids make healthy choices for themselves. Please note that some of the links on this page may be affiliate links and, at no additional cost to you, we will earn …
Larissa and I have always adopted our furry family members and are BIG believers in the “adopt don’t shop” philosophy. In this episode of our podcast, we discuss 5 important reasons why “adopt don’t shop” is so important to our furry companions. Please note that some of the links on this page may …
Adopt Don’t Shop! 5 Reasons To Adopt Your Next Pet (VZ 201) Read More »
Green Cleaning Is Good for Everyone In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we talk about the merits of using green cleaning products above conventional ones and share a few green cleaning tips. (Next week, we’ll be talking about making your own green cleaners, so be sure to stay tuned!) Please note that some …
A Good Garden Planner Helps to Make a Successful Growing Season Spring will be here before we know it, so it’s time to start planning this year’s gardens. With that in mind, on this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we welcome back Megan Cain, otherwise known as the Creative Vegetable Gardener. Megan first …
The Creative Vegetable Gardener’s Smart Start Garden Planner (VZ 190) Read More »
Vegan Fashion Is Becoming, Well…Fashionable! The holidays are upon us! If you’re a vegan, receiving non-vegan clothing or accessories from well-meaning gift-givers can become an uncomfortable situation. Many people don’t realize that vegans typically do not use products made from animals (leather bags, belts, or wallets, suede clothing, jewelry made from ivory, etc). Also, it …
All About Vegan Fashion – Just in Time for Holiday Shopping (VZ 180) Read More »
Happy Thanksgiving! For those of us in the US, Thanksgiving is nearly here. It’s a time for feasting and family and football and, well…feasting. For vegetarians and vegans, Thanksgiving and other food-centric holidays can be a challenge. In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’ll share some tips from our wonderful friends in the …
