Archive for May, 2008
Friday, May 30th, 2008
Free Stuff Friday over at PETA site
Visit this post then add your comment stating your reason for being against animal testing for cosmetics by June 13th. You’ll be in the running to win all five new PETA vegan lip balms in the following flavors: “‘Go Faux’-Fabulous” Fruit Smoothie, “Animals Out of the Act” Tangerine, “Viva Las Vegans” Vanilla Bean, “Cut Out [...]
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Friday, May 30th, 2008
Replace your plastic water bottle and help slooow down Global Warming
I can personally vouch for the quality and charm of the aluminum SIGG cup! As parents, we were/are wary of Bisphenol-A present in so many plastic baby products, including sippy cups. So, we found some alternatives (including Kleen Kanteens and the Thermos Foogo), but we liked the SIGG cups the best. They’re functional (lightweight and [...]
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Thursday, May 29th, 2008
Help Care2 reach their 10,000 signature goal
This is an easy one for us vegans! Sign Care2’s pledge to help “our environment, our exploited farm animals, and yourself by eating less meat, and knowing where your food comes from.” Their goal is to reach 10,000 signatures. If you are so inclined, please add your name and spread the word…!
No Comments » - Posted in Activism by cvc
Wednesday, May 28th, 2008
Find out what’s in season in your area
Finding seasonal produce in your area is as easy as selecting a month and a state on Epicurious’ interactive Seasonal Ingredient Map. Details on each ingredient as well as shopping guides and tips are also available.
[via LifeHacker]
No Comments » - Posted in Food Hacks by cvc
Tuesday, May 27th, 2008
Natalie Portman offers a new line of vegan shoes
Natalie Portman, Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner, has a new women’s high fashion shoe line, available exclusively at Te Casan. 100% of sales will be donated to various non-profit organizations committed to environmental preservation and animal rights. Visit Te Casan to see the many styles available. Take note that the shoes are sold [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Shopping by cvc
Sunday, May 25th, 2008
Make your own vegan “magic shell” ice cream topping
A vegan version of Magic Shell — the chocolate topping that hardens into a shell when poured on ice cream — exists, and the recipe is available online!
It contains dark chocolate, olive oil, ground espresso beans, and optional vanilla extract and caramel, orange, or raspberry flavoring. Easy to make and delicious! Visit Runner’s World for [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Food Hacks, Vegan Fitness by cvc
Sunday, May 25th, 2008
Four Easy Ways to Promote Veganism
Some great ideas posted straight from Vegan Soapbox:
Take pictures of your vegan food and put them on the web. They don’t have to be perfect pictures. They just have to be pictures. The more, the merrier.
Post vegan recipes on the web. Put them on your blog, in forums, wherever…
Give new vegans encouragement by leaving [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Activism, Social Networking by cvc
Thursday, May 22nd, 2008
Parlay your worst date ever into a Chocolate Gift box prize from VegNews
Email VegNews with the details of your worst date in 100 words or less for a chance to win a Chocolate Gift Box from The Vegetarian Site. Said chocolate box contains brownies, truffles and handmade chocolates. Don’t delay, entries must be submitted by May 30 (be sure to include full name and your mailing address)!
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Thursday, May 22nd, 2008
find vegan shoes for your toddler, get free shipping and a free bag
Environmentally concerned parents can rejoice after an announcement by Vegetarian Shoes and Bags of Tarzana, California today, introducing a new line of vegan, eco-friendly footwear for children.
Shoes are available in infant sizes through a child’s size 6 and features are based on “practical, durable and fun” styles.
Vegetarian Shoes and Bags has a full line [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Vegan Shopping by cvc
Thursday, May 22nd, 2008
Be a part of Waffle Party history!
On Saturday, May 24th, Pittsburgh will come alive with waffles in celebration of the inaugural multi-city vegan waffle party. Be a part of Vegan Waffle history and add your site to the list of waffle party hosts. Even if you’re unable to host a waffle party this year, Waffle Party is an absolutely fantastic resource [...]
