In this episode of our podcast, we talk about “upcycling” versus “recycling” and share some ways people and businesses are using upcycling. We talk about how our business, Cheery Bird Vintage, uses upcycled art as a way to repurpose materials that would otherwise be discarded.   You can listen to us discuss upcycling and upcycled … The post The Upcycled Art World of Cheery Bird Vintage (VZ 371) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

Vegetarian Zen Archive (Episodes 201 - 300)

The Upcycled Art World of Cheery Bird Vintage (VZ 371)

I Graduated from the Forks Over Knives Online Cooking Course! During the summer of 2019,  I started a new 90-day adventure by taking the Forks Over Knives Cooking course. I will admit I was a little nervous since I was not the primary cook in the house, but I knew we needed to improve our … The post 5 Big Take-Aways from the Forks Over Knives Cooking Course (VZ 274) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

5 Big Take-Aways from the Forks Over Knives Cooking Course (VZ 274)

  Vegan or Not Vegan? That is the Question!  When we first because vegetarians in 2013, we were pleasantly surprised to find out that yes, Fritos, one of my favorite snack foods, are indeed vegan! Note: This only includes the regular, scoops, and BBQ varieties. All others are NOT vegan. Unfortunately, we were also surprised … The post Are Fritos Vegan? (And Other Surprisingly Vegan Foods!) (VZ 286) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

Are Fritos Vegan? (And Other Surprisingly Vegan Foods!) (VZ 286)

I Graduated from the Forks Over Knives Online Cooking Course! During the summer of 2019,  I started a new 90-day adventure by taking the Forks Over Knives Cooking plant-based cooking course. I will admit I was a little nervous since I was not the primary cook in the house, but I knew we needed to … The post 5 Big Take-Aways from the Forks Over Knives Cooking Course (VZ 274) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

Vegan or Not Vegan? That is the Question!  When we first because vegetarians in 2013, we were pleasantly surprised to find out that yes, Fritos, one of my favorite snack foods, are indeed vegan! Note: This only includes the regular, scoops, and BBQ varieties. All others are NOT vegan. Unfortunately however, we were also surprised … The post Are Fritos Vegan? (And Other Surprisingly Vegan And Non-Vegan Foods!) (VZ 286) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

Are Fritos Vegan? (And Other Surprisingly Vegan And Non-Vegan Foods!) (VZ 286)

If you listen to the podcast, you know we’ve talked about vegetarian meal delivery services in the past. As the demand for more plant-based options goes up, businesses such as meal delivery boxes is constantly changing!   That’s a GREAT thing!     In this episode of our podcast, we’re talking vegetarian meal delivery options … The post 4 Vegetarian Meal Delivery Services Compared with Danielle Fried (VZ 300) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

4 Vegetarian Meal Delivery Services Compared with Danielle Fried (VZ 300)

Tips and Recipes Ideas for Tasty Tofu! Back in episode 8 of the podcast, we talked “All About Tofu”, explaining what it is and sharing a few tips for cooking with it. 291 episodes later we’re back with another round of tofu talk, this time inspired by Peas and Carrots Society member Ron Kaufman-Schmick who … The post How to Marinate Tofu (VZ 299) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

How to Marinate Tofu (VZ 299)

Intarsia, Baby Rhinos, and Baby Elephants! We’ve made it a goal for 2019 to share more interviews with members of our Vegetarian Zen community. This week we are happy to welcome artist Sherri Lewis to share her wonderful art and insights with us. Sherri is a woodworker who creates amazing pieces using a technique called … The post The Art of Intarsia with Sherri Lewis of Sundog Wood Murals (VZ 298) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

The Art of Intarsia with Sherri Lewis of Sundog Wood Murals (VZ 298)

This year, Netflix launched a new show called “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo” which is based on the best-selling book, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing. Marie Kondo is an organizing consultant and “tidying expert” who visits families to help them declutter their homes.     Her system, … The post The Konmari Method for Your Home and Life (VZ 297) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

The Konmari Method for Your Home and Life (VZ 297)

Several weeks ago, we found a stray dog at a park near our neighborhood. It was a stressful experience for us because once we were able to contain him, we weren’t sure exactly what we should do.  Listen to our story here:     Safety first! Rescuing is awesome but you need to ensure that … The post What To Do If You Find a Stray Cat or Dog (VZ 296) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

What To Do If You Find a Stray Cat or Dog (VZ 296)

Be my Veggie-Valentine! Despite its theme of love, Valentine’s Day can be a high-pressure holiday. What to give your spouse of 30 years “who has everything”? You’ve only been on two dates with someone—do you give them a gift? Should you declare your undying love for your secret crush?? (probably not!) Being a cruelty-free, eco-conscious … The post 6 Ways to Celebrate a Cruelty-Free & Environmentally Friendly Valentine’s Day (VZ 295) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

6 Ways to Celebrate a Cruelty-Free & Environmentally Friendly Valentine’s Day (VZ 295)

What are Buddha Bowls? Larissa and I are busy people, as are most of the folks in our community. Full-time jobs, kids, pets, and finding time for friends and family can make it challenging for anyone to plan meals, much less plan healthy meals. The siren song of Grubhub beckons all too often when we … The post Buddha Bowls – What They Are and Why You Need Them In Your Life (VZ 294) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

Buddha Bowls – What They Are and Why You Need Them In Your Life (VZ 294)

The Ultimate Vegan Tailgate Party! A few days ago, I tweeted a VegNews article about a Free Vegan Tailgating Party that will happen Super Bowl weekend in Atlanta. I received a response from a fellow tweeter, offering more info about the event; this person, it turns out, was the event’s organizer and host, Kimberly Barnes! According to Kimberly, … The post Vegan Pop-Up Tailgate Party with Kimberly Barnes of Might Be Vegan (VZ 293) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

Vegan Pop-Up Tailgate Party with Kimberly Barnes of Might Be Vegan (VZ 293)

The year was 2013 and I was on vacation for the holidays. Larissa and I, a steak-loving couple, decide to watch Netflix and queued up a couple of documentaries just to pass some time. For some reason, we decided on “Fat Sick and Nearly Dead” and “Vegucated“. By the end of Vegucated, Larissa and I decided … The post 6 Things We’ve Learned in 6 Years of Being Vegetarian (VZ 292) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

6 Things We’ve Learned in 6 Years of Being Vegetarian (VZ 292)

What is the Call-Out Culture? Wikipedia defines “call-out culture” (also known as outrage culture) as “the social phenomenon of publicly denouncing perceived racism, sexism, homophobia, and other forms of bigotry. Denunciation (“call-outs’) can happen in person or online through outlets such as social media.”   For as long as we have walked the earth we … The post How the Call-Out Culture Is Hurting the Plant-Based Community (VZ 291) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

How the Call-Out Culture Is Hurting the Plant-Based Community (VZ 291)

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Vegetarian Zen Archive (Episodes 201 - 300)

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