Archive for October, 2008
A Couple of Vegetarian Restaurants in Siem Reap and Bangkok
The word vegan is not understood by a lot of people, but i think these restaurants are vegan if not then really close to it. If you happen to be going to cambodia or thailand, chances are you will be going to Siem Reap and Bangkok. Siem Reap is the city where Ankor Wat is [...]
Help Create A National Animal Rescue Day
Last fall, Rep. Robert E. Andrews (D-NJ) introduced a bill in Congress to designate the first Saturday in October as National Animal Rescue Day in order to “create awareness for animal rescue programs throughout the year, address the challenge of overpopulation through continued spaying and neutering of adopted pets, and bring Americans together as a [...]
LUSH Goes Vegan in Celebration of World Vegan Day
So far this is the highest profile announcement I’ve heard about this upcoming Saturday’s World Vegan Day. All 464 employees in the 72 North American retails stores of LUSH Cosmetics are going vegan for the day. A rough survey of their company revealed that 20% of their employees were already vegetarian, but all have agreed [...]
Prop 2: Ruffled Feathers in the LA Times
Last week the Los Angeles Times published an editorial by columnist George Skelton and his conclusion after “research” into Prop 2. At the end of the article he comes to the conclusion that he is “for chicken compassion. But [he] feels more compassionate about the chicken farmer in this bankrupting economy” and the issue of [...]
The Stray Cat Alliance – 5th Annual Evening At The Stray Cat Club
The Stray Cat Alliance, a well-known non-profit group dedicated to building a no kill nation one cat at a time, hosted its Fifth Annual Charity Auction and Dinner. The black tie event took place in Historic Wilshire Ebell Club. The evening was filled with wine, laughter, satin, sequins, cat costumes, and good intentions. Items auctioned [...]
Doomie’s Home Cookin’ Opening Oct. 18th?
I have not been able to find anything substantial about this, but apparently there is a new vegan restaurant opening up in Chinatown this Saturday the 18th called Doomie’s Home Cookin’. Focusing on vegan versions of American comfort food, they will be featuring items like chili cheeseburgers, chicken picatta, and country fried steak. Anyone have [...]
One Good Thing About This Economy
The Huffington Post has an interesting article about fast food restaurants such as McDonalds and Hardee’s/Carl’s Jr. are taking beef off of their dollar menus due to it’s current high cost. Buried deep in the article was this tidbit: Part of the problem stems from protein producers’ plans to cut back on production in the [...]
California Egg Industry Undercover Investigation
Tara, who is off gallivanting around St. Croix instead of sending me her bio for this site, just forwarded this horrible video about an undercover investigation which happened at a California egg farm. Of course, it’s filled with graphic footage, as if that is a shock: You can find more out about the undercover investigation [...]
Pics: “Diva Dog” meets ARME Benefit
Here are a few pictures from last nights ARME benefit hosted by Diva Dog.
Peanut Butter Cheesecake
I’ve been checking out some of the stuff people are making during the Vegan Month of Food. Bjorkedoff has posted what I think is hands down the best sounding/looking thing I’ve seen, maybe ever. A Peanut Butter Cheesecake! That’s two of my absolute favorite things rolled into one. There’s no recipe on the site, so [...]
The Best Thing About Carving A Pumpkin
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds! Fall’s finally here…
Prop 2: The Myth of Happy Meat
Last week I was greeted with this short little video in my e-mail. In an animated 2 minute clip HSUS was able to sum up everything to hate about Prop 2. The biggest issue I have with Prop 2 is that it promotes the concept of “Happy Meat.” HSUS is really pushing the idea that [...]
Vegetarian Festival in Thailand
The Vegetarian Festival in Phuket, Thailand started on Sept 28th and goes until Oct 7th this year, perhaps following the lunar calendar. I don’t know much about it and I’d rather make up stuff than researching about it to tell you, well, it’s really easy for you to read about here, so… I’d rather write [...]
Snip, Snip: Spay and Neuter in LA
After a six month grace period, the new Spay and Neuter Law goes into effect in the city of Los Angeles today. It requires most dogs and cats to be spayed or neutered by the time they are 4 months old. First-time offenders will receive information on subsidized sterilization services and be given an additional [...]
Welcome to The Vegan Collection Blog
The Vegan Collection is excited to announce our new blog which launches today! Our new site will feature daily stories, blog posts, videos and event highlights from a whole host of different authors with a focus on all things veggie. We will be highlighting vegetarian businesses, interviews with rescue and non-profit organizations, recipes from restaurant [...]