Category: FAQs

Cream of Tatar is a common ingredient used as a thickening or leavening agent in recipes such as whipped creams or meringues. However, you may be wondering: what exactly is cream of tartar? And what does this mean for vegans? Well, if you’re following a vegan diet, you’ll be glad to know that: yes, cream…

You may have heard people talking about seitan and wondered what they were referring to. Apart from its slightly disconcerting name, seitan is a great product for both vegans and vegetarians. So what is seitan? We’ll take a look at where it comes from, what it’s used for, how it is cooked and what it…

Probably the world’s most famous soft drink Coke is instantly recognizable all over the globe. The Coca-Cola brand manufactures a lot of different beverages so which ones can vegans enjoy? We will take a look at some of the most popular drinks made by Coca-Cola and ask is Coke vegan? Coke Ingredients Coke contains carbonated…

Traditional American fare often includes pancakes. If these fluffy piles of delight that are heaped high and served with syrup, butter, and all of your favorite toppings were absent from breakfast and brunch, the meals simply would not be complete.  While you’ve undoubtedly been having pancakes for breakfast for as long as you can remember,…

On March 6, 1912, the Oreo cookie was first marketed by Nabisco, which at the time was still operating under its former name of National Biscuit Country. Oreos would go on to become the most popular type of cookie during the 20th century, even though Hydrox cookies were invented two years earlier. This time-honored cookie…

Oatmeal is one of the most popular breakfast dishes in the country and very healthy too. Many people begin their day with a bowl of hot oatmeal, topped with banana slices or maple syrup.  But is oatmeal vegan? We take a look at which types of oatmeal are vegan, which might be and which definitely…

If you suffer from IBS then you will know that high FODMAP foods can cause or worsen this chronic condition. So you will want to eat foods that are low FODMAP. But you may have wondered, is quinoa low FODMAP?  We take a look at this ancient grain and find out how it fits into…

When making various plant-based dishes, you will need to find a vegan substitute for meat. Whether you’re making tacos or curry, your dish just won’t be complete without a certain taste and texture.  This is where seitan steps in! Although it sounds somewhat sinister and devilish (it is pronounced SEY-tan), seitan is far from evil.…

Donuts are a hugely popular snack around the world, but no more so than in the United States. Plastered over billboards, TV adverts, movies, and TV shows, donuts seem to be everywhere. But, although popular, they may not be suitable for vegans. Or are they? Read on to find out! Well, we have some good…

Olive oil is one of the most commonly used cooking oils available on the market. When you’re frying some vegetables, roasting some potatoes, or drizzling it over a salad – olive oil is incredibly versatile.  Although, despite its popularity, the question remains: is olive oil vegan? Well, the short answer is yes! Vegans can eat…