Our first instalment of the Vegan in the City series was very well received by you, which makes us very happy. In this new installment, we’re moving from the Spree to the Isar. Today you can find out how – perhaps in contrast to colourful Berlin – it is possible to live a „griabig“ (= cosy) vegan life in Bavaria’s capital. Are all the clichés of tables laden with roast pork, white veal sausages and knuckle of pork still true? Or is there plant-based hope between Nymphenburg Palace Park and the central Marienplatz, at the traditional Viktualienmarkt, around the Hofbräuhaus,…

What’s life like for a vegan in the city? To answer that question, we’re starting a new mini-series for urban lifestyle fans. What can you find there, and where? What is IN and what are the latest trends? We kick off with Berlin. Join us on a trip across the pulsing capital city that makes vegan hearts skip a beat. The vegan lifestyle’s capital city Berlin is a vegan paradise: need to shop for plant-based food? No problem. Going out for vegan food? A cakewalk. And that’s not all: from vegan hairdressers and vegan fashion labels right through to vegan…

Es ist schwer, genau zu bestimmen, wann die erste Schüssel erschaffen wurde, aber sicher ist, dass Menschen seit Urzeiten schalenartige Behälter benutzen, um ihre Nahrung aufzubewahren und zu servieren. In der modernen Küche hat sich aus dieser einfachen Idee eine ganze Kunstform entwickelt, besonders interessant und vielseitig in Form von Poké Bowls. Diese bunte und gesunde Mahlzeit hat ihre Wurzeln in Hawaii und eroberte von dort aus die Welt. Was macht also Poké Bowls so besonders? Und geht das Ganze auch vegan? Tauchen wir ein in die Geschichte, die vielfältigen Einflüsse und die zentralen Zutaten dieses beliebten Gerichts. Egal ob…

From the ancient Egyptians, who are considered the pioneers of leaven, to the Romans, who spread bread to all corners of their empire, the history of bread is as varied as it is fascinating. The first records of bread date back as far as 14,000 years ago, long before modern civilization as we know it began to flourish. Not only was this ancient staple food a witness to human evolution, but it also played a crucial role in the development of societies around the globe. In Europe, evidence has been found of bread production dating back to the times of…

Not only is 2024 introducing us to new flavors on the culinary map – it’s also giving us interesting new ways to celebrate our love of food. Here are five vegan recipe trends which are bound to give you plenty to talk about, and will send your tastebuds on exciting new journeys. 1. Overnight oats – the breakfast that prepares itself while you sleep Overnight oats are not just a trend – they’ve become a way of life. Simply soak oats overnight in plant-based drink or water. And voilà – in the morning, you’ll have a creamy, nutritious breakfast waiting…

In a world where our time is precious and in which we are becoming ever more aware of the environment and where we are constantly self-optimising, a tried and tested method is experiencing a new lease of life. What was known as „preparing food“ has been given a new name suitable for Instagram: meal prep! This is planning, preparing and pre-cooking meals in an efficient, healthy and contemporary way. There is an element of genius that simplifies your everyday life. This food trend „vegan meal prep“ not only combines the practical needs of modern life, but also the ethical convictions…

Google the phrase “clean eating”, and you get almost 17 million hits, several (unbelievably successful) books, and blog upon blog with tips and recipes as far as the eye can see. So it’s clear to see that clean eating is most definitely “in”. And yet, this way of eating, which involves mainly going for unprocessed foods, is anything but new. Our grandmothers did so without thinking. So, where do things stand today? In the US, clean eating has been around for about 20 years. And on closer inspection, it turns out to be unexpectedly sustainable, interesting and healthy. The trend…

If you read on, you’ll find out what all of us can learn from fish. 🙂 And it’s all about seaweed. Seaweed’s status as a superfood has brought it into the focus of health-conscious consumers and top chefs. Wakame salad, miso, detoxifying seaweeds and agar agar are on everyone’s lips – quite literally. Seaweed are known as the green gold of the seas. They are enjoyed in exotic dishes, as well as being appreciated as a nutritional supplement. But what is it that makes seaweed so special? Where do different types of seaweed come from? And, especially important for us…

The thick, round orange superfood isn’t just for making creepy faces on Halloween, it’s also a fantastic all-rounder and favourite of vegan cuisine. In this article we delve into the wonderful world of pumpkins, investigate their origins, have a look at their nutritional values and discover some delicious vegan recipes. Did you know that there are more than 800 varieties of edible and ornamental pumpkins? And that in countless different colours and shapes! Get ready to become a real pumpkin fan, because these vegetable beauties aren’t just fun to look at, they’re unbelievably nutritious too… and tasty! Pumpkins are true globetrotters.…

Ready for an extensive exploration of the wonderful world of salad? If you thought salads were boring side dishes or sad appetizers, then prepare to change your mind. More than just a bowl of greens, salads can be real explosions of flavour, bringing countless surprises to the table as full-fledged main courses. So fasten your seatbelts, we’re about to experience the most exciting salad feast bowls ever! Let’s start right at the very beginning and take a look at the origins of the leaf salads we are all so familiar with. These green wonders originate from Europe and have been…

Summer at last. We are in the middle of the barbecue season. Barbies are being fired up everywhere. Tempting smells. Garden parties and picnics are also in high season. That’s why we have come up with something very special for you … Cheese, mince & bacon are yesterday’s news. Celebrity TV and star chef Benedikt Faust gives the classic burger a new twist with unusual ingredients and a fresh combination of flavours. Exclusively for us, the TV and kitchen professional has created the ultimate plant-based summer burger recipes with that certain something for you to try out. The challenge: His…

There are many ways to get started on your way to leading a vegan lifestyle: from eating strict vegan menus from day one, to being flexible (flexitarian) and combining vegan dishes with occasional consumption of animal products. The decision to lead a completely vegan lifestyle is often motivated by many good reasons: Less animal suffering, fewer CO2 emissions, less damage to the environment – and instead, more healthy plant-based alternatives on your plate. More and more people are deciding to help animals, the environment and the climate by eating a purely plant-based diet and leading a vegan lifestyle. However, if…

The velivery food scout has been out and about tracking down the most delicious trends and current must-haves in vegan cuisine for you. Whether you’re looking for something savory, refreshing or unusual, one thing is for sure: these Top 5 “Vood” trends are bound to whet your appetite for trying something new! So, what are you waiting for? Have a browse, reach for your kitchen utensils and treat yourself to a whole range of new vegan foods. Enjoy trying them out! f you love Asian cuisine and you like it hot, then this Korean cucumber salad is just the thing…

Sitting down on the couch to watch your favorite movie in the evening with a bag of chips and a glass of fine wine can be a great way to relax after an eventful day. If you’re following a purely plant-based lifestyle and want to eat a vegan diet, you need to keep an eye on what snacks you’re eating. That’s because even products which you’d assume were vegan sometimes contain ingredients obtained from animals. So that you can avoid being tricked into eating non-vegan foods, we’ve put together an overview to help you identify where animal-based ingredients might be…

Scrambled eggs, pancakes, sunny side up, egg liqueur, Eggs Benedict or a festive eggnog? – chicken eggs are a very versatile ingredient in the kitchen. If you decide to live a vegan lifestyle, you have to go without eggs – which are so enjoyable to eat that in German, egg yolks are synonymous with “the best bit”. But do you really have to go without them? In the eyes of those who implement the idea of a purely plant-based lifestyle to the letter, the only eggs which can rightfully be perceived as being from happy hens are those which never…