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What is seitan? The vegan protein alternative going viral online

The Conversation via Reuters Connect
Posted at Mar 17 02:26 PM

Seitan’s versatility and “meatiness,” combined with the need for tasty, vegan protein options have contributed to its huge increase in popularity world-wide in recent years. Read more »

These are the best veggie burgers in PH, according to PETA

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Mar 11 03:13 PM

These 12 non-meat options are made using ingredients such as jackfruit, mushrooms, tofu, and beans.  Read more »

Vegetarian kindergarten in China ordered to provide meat lunches after menu accused of malnutrition

Mandy Zuo, South China Morning Post
Updated as of Mar 09 08:10 PM

A kindergarten in southwestern China has been ordered to give up its vegetarian diet for children after it aroused national controversy that it could lead to nutritional deficiency. Read more »

New eats: Seda Vertis North introduces plant-based dishes from bowls to dessert in Misto buffet

Joko Magalong-De Veyra
Updated as of Feb 26 11:25 AM

Misto at Seda Vertis North amps up the healthy quality of its buffet with the addition of plant-based dishes.  Read more »

Plant-based burgers you can get delivered straight to your home

Kara Santos
Posted at Nov 21 10:04 AM

Here are just a few fast food joints in the Philippines now offering plant-based burgers for home delivery. Read more »

Shakey's eyes slice of 'meat-free' market with new plant-based burger

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Nov 16 10:34 PM

Shakey's said the burger patty will be made from 'unMeat', the plant-based meat alternative brand from its sister company Century Pacific Food Inc.   Read more »

Burger King's plant-based burger now available in PH

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Nov 16 12:53 PM

Burger King on Monday launched its first plant-based burger in the Philippines.  Read more »

Farmers ask EU parliament to ban terms such as 'veggie burger'

Philip Blenkinsop, Reuters
Posted at Oct 19 08:46 PM

Medical groups, environmentalists and companies that make vegetarian products say it would be a step backwards in meeting the bloc's environmental and health goals. Read more »

Recipe: Belle Mariano's mushroom embutido

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jul 30 01:55 PM

Nitong Huwebes, ibinahagi ni Belle kung paano lutuin ang kanyang embutido na aniya ay puwedeng-puwede rin para sa mga vegetarian.   Read more »

Asia pivots towards plants for protein as coronavirus stirs meat safety fears

Farah Master, Reuters
Posted at Apr 22 11:56 AM

Demand for plant-based protein foods is surging in Asia, suppliers say, as suspicion over possible links between wild animal meat and the new coronavirus drives some consumers, particularly in Hong Kong and mainland China, to rethink diets. Read more »

QC eats: This Maginhawa cafe serves keto, vegan-friendly fare with a heart

Kara Santos
Posted at Feb 20 05:56 AM

There’s a new restaurant to check out in Maginhawa Street.  Read more »

Oscars go green with plant-based menus, no plastic bottles

Reuters
Posted at Jan 28 12:19 PM

Food at this year's Oscar events will be almost entirely plant-based, the Academy of Motion Pictures said on Monday, in line with other celebrity dinners during Hollywood's 2020 awards season. Read more »

QC Eats: Likha Diwa serves affordable plant-based meals

Kara Santos
Posted at Jan 26 04:37 PM

It’s generally hard to find ready-to-eat plant-based meals that are budget-friendly.  Read more »

Vagnet, vegchon, vacon, and more: Catch these plant-based treats at VegFest Pilipinas

Celine Murillo
Posted at Nov 14 06:34 AM

Touted as the “biggest vegan festival in Asia,” the two-day event will feature a total of 150 all-vegan merchants showcasing a whole host of food and non-food items free of any animal products.  Read more »

QC eats: This beloved Roces Ave. restaurant has new items on the menu

Angelo G. Garcia
Posted at Oct 31 05:44 AM

Every six months, chef Waya Wijangco and her team at Gourmet Gypsy Art Cafe review the menu. Read more »

You can find vegan inihaw, 'vacon' and more at this Sunday Market

Kara Santos
Posted at Oct 06 06:06 AM

If you've been trying to consume less meat and live a healthier lifestyle, but are having a hard time finding a variety of tasty dishes, you might want to head over to Mandaluyong today. Read more »

Meaty issue: Mock pork edges onto Southeast Asian plates

Joe Freeman, Agence France-Presse
Posted at Sep 19 04:01 AM

A sprinkle of chili, some pinkish "pork" and a few basil leaves tossed into a sizzling wok -- chef Songpol swears his vegan version of punchy Thai favorite pad kra phao is a match for the original, as plant-based protein creeps onto Southeast Asia's meat-heavy menus. Read more »

QC eats: 5 vegan-friendly options around Maginhawa

Kara Santos
Posted at Jul 28 10:19 AM

Here are five spots in the foodie neighborhood of Maginhawa for those looking for vegetarian and vegan-friendly fare.  Read more »

Drive, eat, pray: where to dine in the city during Holy Week

Joaquín Carlos U. de Jesús
Updated as of Apr 15 03:56 PM

If you’re staying in town this Holy Week—whether you’re doing the Visita Iglesia ritual or just want to go somewhere while the traffic is light—there’s reason enough to seek out these quaint restaurants that are (mostly) open during the long Easter weekend Read more »

Vegetarian patty gets the Burger King Whopper test

Jane Lanhee Lee, Reuters
Posted at Apr 01 08:28 PM

The Impossible Whopper comes at an extra cost - about a dollar more than the beef patty Whopper. But Finazzo said research shows consumers are willing to pay more for the plant-based burger. Read more »