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Dealing with Ants Safely and Humanely

I'm more tolerant of insects in my house than most people. I'm the guy you'll find either casually ignoring spiders in the corner of the room in the winter or kindly taking them outside when the weather is nice. The occasional scutigera (the "eyebrow bug") running across the house does not even bother me. At… Continue reading Dealing with Ants Safely and Humanely

Commentary, Nutrition

Ottawa’s Hidden Vegan Gem: Govinda’s Restaurant

Ottawa is becoming a great place to eat out for vegans. As our “Vegan In Ottawa”guide shows, there really is no shortage of decent options in the city. But there is one vegan restaurant that has been serving Ottawa for decades that many people overlook. Granted, Govinda’s buffet is not what you would call fine… Continue reading Ottawa’s Hidden Vegan Gem: Govinda’s Restaurant

Commentary

Little Jo Berry’s Stellar Opening. Queues for days, treats for weeks!

You must have heard about the anticipated opening of Little Jo Berry's Coffee and Eats. Did you attend the opening celebrations yesterday? It was legitimately a big deal. Vegans are very loyal. When they are still sad about the loss of a great bakery and one of its former bakers rises up to create an… Continue reading Little Jo Berry’s Stellar Opening. Queues for days, treats for weeks!

Commentary, Nutrition, Sports Nutrition, Vegan Fitness

Three Vegan Nutrition Fixes to Kick Ass Like Nate Diaz

It’s a sad statistic that seventy percent of vegans go back to eating animal products of some kind. Health concerns are among the highest cited reason for this lapse. On the other side of the coin, there are athletes achieving peak health and optimal performance on a vegan diet. Serena William’s recent plant-based Wimbledon victory… Continue reading Three Vegan Nutrition Fixes to Kick Ass Like Nate Diaz

Nutrition, Recipes

Pink Fluff Banana Smoothie

AKA the easiest smoothie ever! This crowd pleaser has the prettiest colour and best flavour. It's perfect pre or post workout, at work as a mobile breakfast or for the little ones. It tastes like cotton candy but it naturally sweetened so what's not to love? Make one today! Ingredients 1 cup of frozen strawberries… Continue reading Pink Fluff Banana Smoothie

Recipes

Daily Eats: zesty cream sauce pasta and grilled veggies

Welcome to the Daily Eats section of the blog. Featuring easy and delicious dishes which we make at home, serve to friends and bring anywhere from potlucks to work lunches. We think everyone can become a vegan chef with great skills and can learn to love the art of cooking at home. These recipes will… Continue reading Daily Eats: zesty cream sauce pasta and grilled veggies