Organic Vegan Food & Live Music at Caravan of Dreams in the East Village, NYC (Perfect for Dates)

Vegan New York City – Organic Food & Live Music at Caravan of Dreams in the East Village – Perfect for Date Nights!

New York City is a sprawling metropolis that’s overflowing with frenetic energy, and sometimes it can get overwhelming. I like to de-stress and make the city seem a bit more manageable by relaxing at Caravan of Dreams, an organic and kosher vegan restaurant in the East Village. Venturing into this dimly lit restaurant when a live band is playing can seem like a breath of fresh air, forcing me to focus on the present moment and enjoy a meal while forgetting all of that craziness outside.

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The Vegan Camping Box From Vegan Cuts is Ideal for Outdoor Enthusiasts and Adventurers

The Vegan Camping Essentials Box From Vegan Cuts is Ideal for Outdoor Enthusiasts and Adventurers

Vegans, vegetarians, and those who are interested in switching to a cruelty-free lifestyle are raving about Vegan Cuts. Lately, this cruelty-free subscription box and online marketplace company has been offering some special boxes like the Cheese and Meat box. Now, they’ve come out with another one-time box – the Vegan Camping Box! This one is perfect for embarking on outdoor adventures and spending nights in a tent under the stars.

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Packaged Food Company Amy’s Kitchen Will Open An All-Vegetarian Drive Thru in California

Packaged Food Company Amy’s Kitchen Will Open An All-Veggie Drive Thru in California

How cool would it be for vegetarians and vegans to have access to a meatless fast-food restaurant? What if we could order items that are similar to those at McDonalds, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut, but in a totally meatless fashion? Such a dream has arrived! Amy’s Kitchen is set to open an all-veggie drive thru in Rohnert Park, California this July.

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Awesome! Chipotle Is Testing New, All-Natural Tortillas That Contain Only 4 Ingredients

Chipotle Is Testing New Tortillas That Contain Only 4 Ingredients & Are All-Natural

As customers ask for whole foods options that are free of junk, more restaurants are stepping up to meet the demand with quality food. Chipotle, one of my favorite places to get a quick bite, is leading the pack here. A couple of months ago, the company announced it would no longer serve foods made with GMOs. Now, the Mexican food chain is testing a new, all-natural tortilla that contains only four ingredients!

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Newbie Vegan – Relying on Convenience and Packaged Foods During a Super Busy Work Week

“If at first you don’t succeed, try and try again.” -William Edward Hickson

Wow, what a week! To say this week has been hard would be an understatement; this has been the week from hell. As they say: “When it rains, it pours.” Today marks day 22 that I have been eating this vegan diet.

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Vegan Cuts Releases Cheese and Meat Box With 17 Vegan Essentials That Are Perfect for Cookouts

Vegan Cuts Releases Cheese and Meat Box With 17 Vegan Essentials That Are Perfect for Cookout Season

Vegan Cuts, the cruelty-free company that sells vegan goodies and offers monthly snack and beauty box subscriptions, has come out with a brand new box. Their one-time Cheese and Meat Box is packed with cruelty-free “cheesy” & “meaty” essentials that will have any omnivore coming back for more than one bite!

 

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ALOHA Superfood Chocolate – Hazelnut & Fig, Tropical Twist, Cereal Crunch, Macadamia Coconut

Cereal Crunch, Hazelnut & Fig, Tropical Twist, Oh My! ALOHA Has Some Bangin' New Chocolate Flavors

I have some good news for fellow chocoholics — the company that I’m a Brand Ambassador for, ALOHA, just released a new Superfood Chocolate Collection in several cool flavors! This chocolate bar tastes great and contains HUNDREDS of nutrients from superfood greens.

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Newbie Vegan – What I Ate During Week 1 Without Meat and Dairy

It has been 13 days since starting this vegan challenge. In addition to cutting out meat and dairy, I have also cut out all refined sugars and soda, and I rarely eat gluten! Here’s a recap of what I’ve eaten and how I did this challenge last week.

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Unboxing the May Vegan Cuts Snack Box – Featuring Favorite Products From Spork Foods

Unboxing the Vegan Cuts May Snack Box – Featuring Faves From Spork Foods

A few months ago, I wrote a post about how much I loved my Vegan Cuts Snack Box subscription. I have been a subscriber for more than a year, and along the way, I have discovered new favorite snacks that make it easy to maintain a plant-based diet. Now, since I recently became a Brand Ambassador for Vegan Cuts, I thought I’d share what’s inside my monthly boxes.

 

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Newbie Vegan – Here’s Why I’m Eating More Plant-Based Foods and Taking a 30-Day Vegan Challenge

Hello, I’m Brielle! Alexandra introduced me last week. I’m a meat-and-dairy eater and have decided to take on a 30-day challenge of eating more plant-based foods. I would like to start my first blog post by saying how excited I am to be apart of Lazy Girl Vegan during this challenge and to share it with you!

For the Next 30 Days, My Friend is Trying a Plant-Based Diet and Sharing Her Experience on Lazy Girl Vegan!For the Next 30 Days, My Friend is Embracing a Plant-Based Diet Challenge and Sharing Her Experience on Lazy Girl Vegan!
Some of the produce and drinks from my Kroger haul in Northern Kentucky 

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