Make This Thanksgiving Vegetarian-Friendly


Updated 11/19/11 10:11 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Vegetarian Thanksgiving Tips

Although the turkey is a huge part of the holiday, this Thanksgiving, why not honor the vegetables (and the vegetarians), too? You could plan an entirely meat-free meal or simply make your Thanksgiving more vegetarian-friendly. With a few small steps, you can easily alter your menu to suit both carnivores and vegetarians. Here's how: Start by making all of the appetizers vegetarian. Serve Read more

Do You Eat Meat Substitutes Like Tofurkey or Soyrizo?


Updated 11/15/10 9:40 AM · Posted by · 21 comments

Do You Eat Meat Substitutes Like Tofurkey or Soyrizo?

I'm not a vegetarian and, therefore, don't have very much experience with meat substitutes like tofurkey or soyrizo, but I would love to learn more about these products. What is your experience with them? Do you enjoy eating and cooking with meat substitutes? Source: Flickr User JP Puerta Do You Eat Meat Substitutes Like Tofurkey or Soyrizo? Yes No Read more

PETA Names Its Sexiest Celeb Vegetarians of 2010


Updated 07/01/10 1:49 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Olivia Wilde and Bob Harper Named Sexiest Vegetarians by PETA

Drumroll, please: actress Olivia Wilde and Biggest Loser trainer Bob Harper have been named PETA's sexiest celeb vegetarians of 2010. The pair — who are both vegans — beat out other sexy notables like Joaquin Phoenix, Hayden Panettiere, and Ellen DeGeneres. Here's what Olivia and Bob told PETA about living a vegan lifestyle. Olivia on being vegan: "Beyond my desire to boycott the torture Read more

GirlA's Product Review: Tofutti Cuties Cookies 'N Cream


Updated 04/27/10 3:01 PM · Posted by · 19 comments

Tofutti Cuties Product Review

Summer is approaching, so ice cream is a must. This product review was submitted by YumSugar member girlA in the Dairy Free Diva Recipe Exchange group. Delicious. That’s about it. Ok, so here’s the low-down: one cutie is 130 calories with 6 grams of fat. So not the healthiest, but c’mon, it’s fake ice cream! And when you’re a vegan, tasty fake ice cream is like striking gold. Completely Read more

Alfalfa Spouts: Love Them or Hate Them?


Updated 09/22/09 12:39 AM · Posted by partysugar · 26 comments

Alfalfa Spouts: Love Them or Hate Them?

When I went to UC Berkeley there was a cafe on Telegraph Avenue, Intermezzo, that I (well, everyone) would frequent. Known for its vegetarian cuisine, Intermezzo made excellent soups, salads, and sandwiches. I loved everything about this place, except for one small thing: the sandwiches came with sprouts! While Yum loves them, alfalfa sprouts are an ingredient that I would like to forget. I find Read more

Do You Make Separate Dishes For Vegetarians?


Updated 05/28/09 9:09 AM · Posted by partysugar · 40 comments

Do You Make Separate Dishes For Vegetarians?

Recently I served grilled bacon-wrapped jalapeños at a party. Since my girlfriend Melissa — who's a vegetarian — was in attendance, I made some wrapped in basil instead of bacon. While I normally try to offer a meal that everyone can enjoy (without creating more work for myself!), this wasn't the first time I've made one dish for vegetarians and another for meat-eaters. How about you? Do you Read more

NBC Pulls PETA Super Bowl Ad For Being Too Provocative


Updated 01/29/09 3:02 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 38 comments

NBC Pulls PETA Super Bowl Ad For Being Too Provocative

Animal rights organization PETA has always produced campaigns that have been the subject of contention. And, with Super Bowl Sunday — the biggest day of the year for advertising — looming around the corner, the group has naturally found itself in a hotbed of controversy. NBC has rejected PETA's newest TV spot, aptly titled "Studies Show Vegetarians Have Better Sex." According to the network, Read more

Have You Ever Pretended a Dish Was Vegetarian?


Updated 11/07/08 9:06 AM · Posted by partysugar · 59 comments

Have You Ever Pretended a Dish Was Vegetarian?

The majority of you have never taken ownership of a store-bought dish (which frankly, I found surprising!), and now I want to know if you've ever served a vegetarian a dish that wasn't totally meatless? Source Have You Ever Pretended a Dish Was Vegetarian? No, that is wrong in too many ways. Yes, no one will ever know it was made with chicken broth instead of vegetable broth. Read more

Do Tell: Would You Try to Raise a Vegetarian (or Vegan) Pet?


Updated 11/05/08 1:23 PM · Posted by PetSugar · 15 comments

Do Tell: Would You Try to Raise a Vegetarian (or Vegan) Pet?

I certainly don't know many kitties that would turn down some fresh fish as a treat . . . and I can't be the only one with the iconic cartoon image of a cat lapping milk in my head. However, a recent post on Dolittler (my go-to site for a behind-the-scenes vet perspective) got me thinking: Are there really vegan pets out there?Seems that converting pets – especially cats – to a vegetarian or Read more

Yummy Links: Cheater Pints to Sunchokes


Updated 10/28/08 2:45 PM · Posted by partysugar · 0 comments

Yummy Links: Cheater Pints to Sunchokes

Beer drinkers beware of cheater pints. — Chow Chef Eric Ripert invites you to host a seasonal dinner party. — Serious Eats Learn how to make homemade tofu. — U Handbag Why you need a cake cover. — Baking Bites Halloween recipes so good, it's scary! — Epicurious Jerusalem artichokes, also known as sunchokes, are in season. — The Kitchn Source Read more