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VZ 453: The Best Vegan Hot Dogs For Summer Grilling
Vegetarian Zen - May 19, 2024 09:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn this episode of the podcast, we’re talking about some of the best veggie hot dogs on the market today with a little help from our closed Facebook group the Peas and Carrots who voted on theirs. Check out the full show notes here.
VZ 452: Nature's Nurturers: A Tribute To Awesome Animal Moms!
Vegetarian Zen - May 05, 2024 09:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsDiscover the remarkable world of animal moms and their nurturing ways. Explore the depths of maternal instincts across wildlife species. Check out the full show notes here.
VZ 451: Fuel Your Life At Fruitive: A Chat With Gregg Rozeboom
Vegetarian Zen - April 21, 2024 09:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn this episode of Vegetarian Zen, we’re pleased to welcome Gregg Rozeboom, owner of Fruitive, a 100% organic, vegan, and sustainable restaurant located in Virginia Beach and in Washington DC. We’re going to talk to Gregg about his inspiration for opening a 100% plant-based restaurant and abo...
VZ 450: 10 Energizing High Protein Vegan Breakfast Recipes You'll Love
Vegetarian Zen - April 07, 2024 09:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn recent years, there’s been this huge protein push with a lot of companies trying to convince us that we’re protein deficient, especially if you’re plant-based or plant-based leaning. While a lot of this is media hype, there is some truth to the importance of making sure you have enough pr...
VZ 449: 10 Ways You Can Celebrate National Garden Month
Vegetarian Zen - March 24, 2024 09:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsApril is National Garden Month, a perfect time to embrace the warmer weather, get your hands dirty, and indulge in the many joys and benefits of gardening. Larissa and I have experimented with vegetable gardening over the years. We’ve had some very knowledgeable gardeners on the show in the p...
VZ 448: Why I Stopped Being An Angry Vegan With Kate Galli
Vegetarian Zen - March 10, 2024 10:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’re pleased to welcome Kate Galli, a visionary vegan health coach who's been at the forefront of the fitness industry for over a decade. What really interested me about Kate’s story is that she focuses a lot of what she teaches on mindset, whic...
VZ 447: We Love Casseroles! 10 Tasty Vegetarian Casseroles
Vegetarian Zen - February 25, 2024 10:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, Larissa and I will be talking about vegetarian casseroles. The reason we want to talk about casseroles is that, much like a lot of topics we discuss on the podcast, they are a big interest to us primarily because of how much time we’ve been saving b...
VZ 446: 2024 Food and Beverage Trends That Sound Awesome!
Vegetarian Zen - February 11, 2024 10:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’re going to be discussing some food and beverage trends expected this year. Neither Larissa nor I consider ourselves “trendy” but when it comes to all things veg, it’s neat to see how much people are adapting even more flexitarian lifestyles whe...
VZ 445: The One About Us
Vegetarian Zen - January 28, 2024 10:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsThis episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast is all about us! One of our longtime listeners requested that we do a show letting eveyrone know what we're up to so here we are! You can get links to everything we discuss in the show notes.
VZ 444: Ed and Natasha Tatton of BReD - Organic Sourdough and Baked Goods
Vegetarian Zen - November 12, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we’re pleased to welcome Ed and Natasha Tatton, co-founders of BReD–Organic Sourdough, a 100% plant-based café and bakery in Whistler, British Columbia. We talk to Ed and Natasha about vegan baking and their new book, BReD: Sourdough Loaves, Small...
VZ 443: What's New in Plant-Based News October 2023
Vegetarian Zen - October 29, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn this episode of The Vegetarian Podcast, Larissa and I talk about 3 recent news articles that caught our attention. Things are moving so fast in the plant-based space that we like to discuss topics here. You can check out the full show notes and links to the articles here.
VZ 442: What Is World Vegetarian Day? 8 Ways to Celebrate Vegetarianism
Vegetarian Zen - October 15, 2023 09:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsWe’re in October (already…can you believe it?!) and smack dab in the middle of Vegetarian Awareness Month. In this episode, we discuss 8 ways you can celebrate vegetarianism this month. You can check out the show notes here.
VZ 441: 15 Delicious Vegan Fall Desserts You Need to Try!
Vegetarian Zen - October 01, 2023 09:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we share 15 vegan fall desserts. We'll also share a quick vegan baking primer to help you swap ingredients in your own favorite dessert recipes to make them vegan. Check out the full show notes with links to all the recipes here.
VZ 440: Protein Power! 5 High Protein Milk Alternatives We Love
Vegetarian Zen - September 17, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast, we're revisiting the topic of high protein milk alternatives. The state of the plant-based milk industry is certainly booming so we're sharing the latest plus 5 of our own recommendations.
VZ 439: 10 Vegetarian Lunch Ideas We’re Trying This Month!
Vegetarian Zen - September 03, 2023 09:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn the quest to find healthy, satisfying, and delicious meals, vegetarian lunch ideas often top the list. Forget boring salads; we're talking about hearty salads, grain bowls, and so much more. This month, we've curated a list of 10 vegetarian lunch ideas we can't wait to try. These recipes are ...
VZ 438: What's New In Plant-Based News: August 2023
Vegetarian Zen - August 20, 2023 09:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn this episode of The Vegetarian Zen podcast, Larissa and Vickie discuss 3 recent news articles and share their opinions and perspectives. You can get links to the articles plus full show notes here.
VZ 437: Reimagining Leather With Stephanie Downs Of Uncaged Innovations
Vegetarian Zen - August 06, 2023 09:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn this episode of The Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’re chatting with Stephanie Downs, CEO and Co-Founder of Uncaged Innovations, a company that creates material that mimics leather without sacrificing the characteristics that make it a desired material for the fashion, automotive, and home goods i...
VZ 436: Plant-Based Cooking Made Easy With Diane Rose-Solomon
Vegetarian Zen - July 23, 2023 09:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsToday, Larissa and I are thrilled to have Diane Rose-Solomon on the show. Diane's an animal rescue advocate, award-winning author, filmmaker, and the creator of "What's Plant-Based Cooking Good Looking?". A certified Humane Education Specialist, Diane has transformed her life and others throu...
VZ 435: Embracing the Reducetarian Lifestyle: Brian Kateman's Vision of a Healthier Planet
Vegetarian Zen - July 09, 2023 09:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’re pleased to welcome Brian Kateman. Brian is the President and co-founder of The Reducetarian Foundation. He coined the term reducetarian, which we’ve often used on this show. A reducetarian is a person who is deliberately reducing their cons...
Mycoprotein: What Is It and Why Your Body and Planet Will LOVE It!
Vegetarian Zen - June 18, 2023 09:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsOver the weekend I read an article in the Vegconomist on the topic of mycoprotein. “What is mycoprotein?”, you might be asking. Mycoprotein is a plant-based protein made from a fungus, and it’s something you may want to pay attention to whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or are just looking to h...
VZ 433: The Ultimate Guide To Potluck Etiquette: How To Make Sure EVERYONE Has A Good Time!
Vegetarian Zen - June 04, 2023 09:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsPotluck etiquette is like the secret sauce that turns a good food fest into a great one. Picture this: your friends, family, and neighbors getting together for a massive feast, each showcasing their kitchen prowess and favorite recipes. Sounds pretty amazing, right? It’s a cost-effective way t...
VZ 432: Is Being Vegetarian Healthy? Our Journey And What We've Discovered So Far
Vegetarian Zen - May 21, 2023 09:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratings2023 marks 10 years since Larissa and I made the decision to become vegetarians and we’ve learned a lot along the way. One question we hear every now and then from people not familiar with plant-based diets is, “Is being vegetarian (or vegan) even healthy?” Well, we thought the 10-year anniver...
VZ 431: Vegan Charcuterie Boards: Enchant Your Guests with These Plant-Based Masterpieces
Vegetarian Zen - May 07, 2023 09:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsDiscover the world of vegan charcuterie boards! Explore creative ideas to craft stunning, mouthwatering plant-based spreads for any occasion. You can check out the show notes for this episode here.
VZ 430: Is Yeast Vegan? Let's Have Some Fungi Fun!
Vegetarian Zen - April 23, 2023 09:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIf you've ever wondered, "Is yeast vegan?" this one's for you! We'll answer the question and provide some yeast health benefits plus recipes! You can check out the full show notes here.
VZ 429: Tostada-rific! 10 Vegan Tostada Recipe Ideas for Busy Weeknights
Vegetarian Zen - April 02, 2023 09:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast, we’re going to share 10 vegan tostada ideas for busy weeknights. Larissa and I appreciate quick easy meals as I’m sure a lot of you do as well. Tostadas are a meal we have in our rotation but they can sometimes get a little boring so we’re going to ...
VZ 428: Toni Okamoto Shares How to Be Plant-Based on a Budget
Vegetarian Zen - March 19, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we welcome Toni Okamoto who is the founder of Plant-Based on a Budget, the popular website and social media platform that teaches millions how to eat more plants without breaking their budget. She’s also the author of the book Plant-Based on a Budge...
VZ 427: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth With These Vegan Girl Scout Cookies
Vegetarian Zen - March 05, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIt’s that time of year again! The Girl Scouts of America will be out in full force, green sashes and all, peddling their delicious boxes of cookies. But if you’re vegan, are you able to partake of this yearly deliciousness? The short answer is YES. There are some delicious vegan Girl Scout Co...
VZ 426: 7 Tips for a Successful Veganuary and Beyond!
Vegetarian Zen - January 29, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn this episode we share 7 tips to help you succeed through Veganuary and beyond!
VZ 425: 10 Years of Vegetarian Zen!
Vegetarian Zen - January 15, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsIn this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we celebrate 10 years of the podcast by reminiscing about some of our favorite guests. You can check out our full show notes here.
VZ 424: Vegetarian Zen Presents Your 2022 Vegan Gift Guide
Vegetarian Zen - November 27, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsLooking for some great gift ideas for your favorite vegetarian or vegan? Check out our 2022 vegan gift guide for some of our faves! You can find a link to all of the products we mention in the show notes.