Lola Méndez is a travel writer who writes about being plant-based in every part of the world. Passionate about sustainable travel she seeks out ethical experiences that benefit local communities.
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The Best Places to Eat Vegan in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Santa Fe has a burgeoning vegan and vegetarian food scene making it a fantastic city for plant-based eaters to visit. In the New Mexican town, you’ll find everything including plant-based pizza, tacos, and curry. With the variety of global cuisine options in Santa Fe, you’ll never get bored eating different types of plant-based food.
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Kamala Harris’ Chef Shares Her Famous Vegan Gumbo Recipe
Chef Rene Johnson is no stranger to making show-stopping vegan meals for political powerhouses. She’s been cooking for some of the world’s dignitaries for over two decades, including Vice President Kamala Harris, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Congresswoman Barbara Lee, Governor of California Gavin Newsom, and others.
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The 6 Best Places to Eat Vegan in Cabos San Lucas, Mexico
Cabo is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Baja California Sur, Mexico. Most visitors stay in all-inclusive resorts which is a shame as San José del Cabo has an array of gorgeous farm-to-table restaurants and cool cafes serving plant-based and vegan dishes. Even ...
Chef Lorena Garcia’s Famous Vegan Arepa Recipe
Arepas are a staple in Colombian and Venezuelan cuisine and are unintentionally vegan. The main ingredient of the dish is cornmeal. Arepas are half an inch thick—both sides of the cornmeal cake are cooked until the arepa develops a crunchy exterior. Insi...
This New Wool Alternative is 100% Vegan and Made From Oyster Shells
Although Spring is here, the chilly temps persist, especially during our morning walks. One of the most difficult aspects of living a vegan, cruelty-free lifestyle is finding warm vegan clothing and accessories that aren’t made of wool, alpaca, or cashmere.
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Where to Find the Best Vegan Mexican Food in New York City
New York City is a true melting pot of cultures and cuisines. If you're looking for Mexican food, there is no shortage of spots to visit in the city, with over 900 restaurants serving Mexican fare. If you're vegan or vegetarian, fear not: There are many restaurants that offer vegan dishes from around the globe, and you can find vegan Mexican food almost anywhere in the city.
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The Best Places to Eat Vegan International Food in Portland, OR
Portland, Oregon is celebrated as one of the most vegan-friendly places in the entire country. With more than 50 all-vegan eateries and even more plant-leaning restaurants in the city, there's a place to match every craving.
We’ve featured some of the best restaurants to eat vegan and plant-based in Portland previously, but here are five more incredible spots where you can find the best vegan glob
Your Guide to the Best Vegan Pizza in New York City
New York City is one of the most iconic places in the United States to enjoy a cheesy slice of pizza. Vegans will rejoice to know it’s easy to find a vegan slice anywhere in the city. Even traditional pizzerias around the city are offering a plant-based version. No matter
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7 Amazing Health Benefits of Hearts of Palm and Why to Eat More of Them
Heart of palm has been a staple in my diet all my life, since like many Latinx people my family ate it often. But I had never even considered where it came from, so I researched this specific type of food and discovered that it’s one of the healthiest plants you can eat.
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5 Vegan Cooking Tricks from a Celebrity Chef Who Cooks for Kamala Harris
Chef Rene Johnson is no stranger to making show-stopping vegan meals for political powerhouses. She’s been cooking for some of the world’s dignitaries for over two decades, including Vice President Kamala Harris, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Congresswoman Barbara Lee, Governor of California Gavin Newsom, and others. She’s know
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