Whether you’re an average home chef, you have prior culinary training, or you only just learned how to cook during coronavirus quarantines, Matthew Kenney wants to help you to take your kitchen skills to the next level — from home. The renowned vegan chef, entrepreneur, cookbook author, and restaurateur, who owns more than 30 restaurants around the world, recently launched […]

It seems as though Starbucks has finally entered the meatless breakfast sandwich chat — shortly after Burger King released its first-ever vegetarian breakfast sammie, the Impossible Croissan’wich, Starbucks kicked it into high gear, and unleashed the new Impossible Breakfast Sandwich. Needless to say, vegetarians and Meatless Monday participants alike are jumping for joy right now. “Starbucks’ commitment to add more […]

Have you ever considered eating insects as a source of protein? If your answer is no, now may be the time to reconsider. According to a study by the University of Copenhagen, eating insects is more sustainable than eating livestock. The same study shows that there are over 2,000 species of edible insects, though some are rare. Thankfully, some edible insects are […]

New Consumer Reports tests determined that some bottled water manufactured by Whole Foods contains potentially dangerous arsenic levels. Starkey Spring Water, which Whole Foods has been selling since 2015, contained at least triple the amount of arsenic as every other brand tested. Arsenic levels in the Starkey Spring Water ranged from 9.49 to 9.56 parts per billion. While this is […]

Scientists are leaning into the idea of lab-grown food as a solution for food shortages around the globe, and while the idea may not sound appetizing, advancements in cell technology have moved towards more palatable, and even enjoyable, food options. While 3D printed steak and lab-produced chicken are on their way to the market, one innovative company has set their sights […]

A number of studies have shown that the effects of the coronavirus outbreak can be largely attributed to the state of the planet’s environment. For example, air pollution has lowered our ability to fight off infections, and the unhealthy relationship between humans and wildlife has caused disease to spread more easily. Now, primatologist Jane Goodall says if humans don’t change […]

Food waste is a major dilemma in today’s world, and throwing out even vegetable scraps contributes to the problem. Not to mention that throwing out unwanted food is also a huge waste of money. Here’s one small way to do your part — make your own vegetable (or meat) broths and stocks from scratch. It’s surprisingly easy to make broth and relies […]

After a devastating fire ravaged the Silver Oak Winery in California’s Napa Valley nearly 15 years ago, the owners turned tragedy into opportunity when they rebuilt the facility to target the most stringent sustainability standards in the world. After achieving LEED Platinum certification, the redesigned winery has now also earned Living Building Challenge (LBC) Sustainability Certification from the International Living […]

With summer just around the corner, now is the perfect time to experiment with frozen treats, particularly some delicious and refreshing vegan ice cream. Not sure where to start? Here are four vegan ice cream recipes you can make right in your kitchen — no ice cream maker or hard-to-find ingredients required. Banana-based vegan ice cream The absolute simplest — […]

Every year, millions of eggs are rejected for sale in supermarkets, while millions of fruits and vegetables spoil before being eaten. Scientists are now addressing both problems, utilizing rejected eggs to create a coating that keeps produce fresh longer. The micron-thick, inexpensive, edible coating was developed at Rice University in Houston, Texas by undergrad students Seohui (Sylvia) Jung and Yufei […]