Vegan living in Paris (and other fun places)
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Film: Nos Enfants Nous Accuseront
Too often, organic food can be criticized as some kind of Bobo trend. That’s why I was impressed by the theme of Jean-Paul Jaud’s new film Nos Enfants Nous Accuseront [Our Children Will Accuse Us], where he tackles the issue of the great number of diseases linked to environmental pollutants and the efforts of a small…
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Saveurs Végét’Halles
Saveurs Végét’Halles is a great little place and oh so almost vegan. In fact their sign declares that they are a “Vegetarian and Vegan restaurant” and their menu declares that they do “Cuisine Sans Oeuf” (Egg free cooking.) They label everything and even label the one non-vegan food item that they make, which is a lasagne in case you were wondering. It’s…
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Vegan Lies in Paris
If you’re a vegan you might recognize this routine. You ask if something is vegan. You ask another guy at the store if it’s vegan. You go away and you come back another day and you double check. You maybe even get invited into the kitchen. You discuss eggs. You discuss milk. You bring up…
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Sunday Recipe: Raw Green Pea Hummus
My sister introduced me to this very quick, easy and yummy hummus recipe. And it’s raw! I use the organic frozen peas from Picard or Naturalia. Peas are generally frozen shortly after picking (but some brands may be blanched prior to freezing.) Frozen products are still considered raw: although a small amount of enzymes are…
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La Victoire Suprême du Coeur
La Victoire Suprême du Coeur has gone vegan! This is a big deal for Paris… now we have two vegan restaurants! You used to have to request vegan versions of their dishes, but they have recently had an image makeover, new decor and a whole new menu that they call vege chic. The new menu is…
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My Vegan Christmas in Paris
I always like to find out what other vegans make for their holiday meals so I can get inspiration. Donc, here’s what we had this joyous Noël: Polenta crusted tempeh Orange-ginger sauce Olive-oil roasted potatoes Emily’s Mâche Salad Sauteed leeks with lemon Roasted Cauliflower with Garlic & Rosemary Mushy Peas courtesy of my English mother-in-law Fruit…
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bio-moi
I was walking up Rue Debelleyme from Rose Bakery when I looked up and saw this big sign. I thought to myself “What could this be? I need to find out right away!” My heart started beating faster like a true grocery store addict and I decided to go in and check it out. Well,…
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Buckwheat Crêpes
Oh, it must be so easy to be a vegetarian, wandering around town eating eggy crêpes dripping with cheese or Nutella hot off the steamy grill whenever the fancy takes you. Of course, a vegan can always make her own crêpes, but when you crave a bit more convenience I really recommend the ready-made organic…
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Vegan Soaps and Creams
When you eat vegan, you also start thinking about what you’re putting on the outside of your body. After all, your skin is your largest organ. So I am a bit particular about the soap I use. I had heard a lot of good things about the company Lush. It’s absolutely great that they are…
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Sunday Recipe: Vegan Raw Nog
Egg Nog sounds totally gross in English, but it is even worse in French “Lait de poule” [Chicken Milk.] But Père Noël has to have a drink to go with his cookies, so this is what we whip up chez moi. So go and get your “noggin” ready [old English word for small cup] and create a…
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