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Looking to increase your plant protein intake? It's easy with our delicious recipes.
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02 August 2016
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 | A study reported in the news today suggested that to boost life expectancy people should aim to get more protein from plant sources. For anyone looking to increase the plant protein in their meals here are a couple of delicious recipes. |
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Chef of the Future 2016 - winner announced
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17 June 2016
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The Vegetarian Society Cookery School is pleased to announce that Gavin Kellett, from Powys, is the winner of Chef of the Future 2016 competition. The live final, saw four contestants from Cheshire, London, Powys and Surrey battle it out to produce a three-course meal, plated for four people, within three hours.....read more here
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Chef of the Future 2016 - finalists and menus
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13 June 2016
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| The Vegetarian Society Cookery School is pleased to announce the finalists for its Chef of the Future 2016 competition. The live final, on Tuesday 14 June, will see four contestants from Cheshire, London, Powys and Surrey battle it out to produce a three-course meal, plated for four people, within three hours. Read about the finalists and their menus.....
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New report calls for major overhaul of dietary guidelines
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25 May 2016
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 | A recent report by the National Obesity Forum and the Public Health Collaboration calling for a major overhaul of current dietary guidelines has sparked a debate in the headlines. Read more here.
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Happy, healthy and delicious! New recipe book launched to celebrate National Vegetarian Week 16 -22 May 2016
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11 May 2016
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| To celebrate National Vegetarian Week 2016, the Vegetarian Society is publishing a new cook book: “Happy, Healthy and Delicious” – full of tasty, nutritious and health-conscious dishes. This collection of over 80 creative vegetarian recipes has stunning full-colour photography throughout.... read more. |
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Visit the Kitchen Table! Celebrate your food, stories and traditions. National Vegetarian Week 16 -22 May 2016
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20 April 2016
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 | We often eat because we love the taste, or because it’s good for us. Sometimes, however, food does more than just nourish our bodies. Sometimes flavours can remind us of good times, or past celebrations, or a sense of home. We all have a dish or meal that that is special to us – and this National Vegetarian Week is your chance to celebrate them.....full story here. |
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National Vegetarian Week 2016 - Official sponsors announced.
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15 March 2016
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 | The Vegetarian Society is pleased to announce the four official sponsors for National Vegetarian Week 2016 ...read full story here
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Who ate all the pies? Pie tips.
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11 March 2016
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| This week is British Pie Week which means Alex Connell, Principal Tutor of the Vegetarian Society Cookery School has tasted lots of gorgeous vegetarian pies! Read more here... |
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Chef of the Future 2016 competition now open!
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18 February 2016
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| Vegetarian food has experienced a revolution in recent times. The amazing creations seen in the finest restaurants up and down the country have never been more varied, inspiring and delicious – all thanks to their virtuoso chefs. To celebrate the work of these often unsung culinary geniuses the Vegetarian Society Cookery School is hosting its 'Chef of the Future 2016' competition. To enter the competition .....full details here
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Three in ten people in Britain have cut down on meat
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18 February 2016
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 | Three in ten people in Britain (29%) say they have reduced the amount of meat they eat in the past 12 months, according to new findings from NatCen’s British Social Attitudes survey, commissioned by the Vegetarian Society...read full story here
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Love your food this Valentine’s Day
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03 February 2016
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 | This February show someone you care by creating a delicious meal that will leave them feeling loved, nourished and glowing with health from the inside out. Visit www.unstuffed.org.uk to take a look at the recipes - all designed for two people to share. It’s free to sign up to Unstuffed and you won’t be on your own, thousands of people are already enjoying the mouth-watering collection of inspirational meals and snacks......read on |
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Boost your body and get Unstuffed in 2016 - new 5 week meal plan
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04 January 2016
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 | As 2016 begins, it’s time to get Unstuffed and try a delicious eating plan during January, designed to get you back on track - feeling refreshed, nourished and glowing with health from the inside out. All five week-long menu plans........read full story here.
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Enjoy a meat-free 'Christmas all wrapped up'
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14 December 2015
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 | Last week Arnold Schwarzenegger encouraged people to enjoy two meat-free days a week to help the planet and reduce their carbon footprint. If this Hollywood megastar’s words have inspired you or your family to reduce your meat-intake this festive season, then the Vegetarian Society has ‘Christmas all wrapped up…’ at www.vegsoc.org/christmas. As well as special favourites, this year there’s a new recipe for you from celebrity cook, stylist and writer Anna Jones, who was one of the first apprentices at Jamie Oliver’s project 15. A passionate vegetarian herself.....read more here
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Our cookery school visits catering and hospitality students
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18 November 2015
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| The Vegetarian Society Cookery School were out and about recently visiting NVQ Catering and Hospitality students at St Monica’s R C High School in Prestwich, Manchester.... read more here
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Christmas all wrapped up - now online
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10 November 2015
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 | Dust off your decorations, grab your wrapping paper and ribbon, and then switch on those sparkling lights – the Vegetarian Society has ‘Christmas all wrapped up…'.....more here
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Black widow cake – dare you take a slice!
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28 October 2015
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 | The night is dark, the pumpkins are carved, cobwebs in place and frightful happenings are on the cards. It’s time for a Halloween party and all parties need a cake. This black widow cake is a sweet-but-spooky treat, is vegan and makes a perfect centrepiece to any Halloween party table. ....recipe here.
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World Health Organisation classifies processed meats as carcinogens.
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26 October 2015
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| The World Health Organisation has today released a report which has classified processed meats such as bacon, sausages and ham as carcinogenic. The report also states unprocessed red meats are ‘probably carcinogenic’ but there is only limited evidence. Lynne Elliot, Chief Executive at the Vegetarian Society, said: "Millions of people across the UK enjoy meat-free meals – even if just a couple of times a week...... read more here |
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National Vegetarian Week 2016 dates announced
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09 October 2015
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It's the bake off final! Baking recipes from the archive.
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07 October 2015
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 | It's the great British bake off final tonight - we've had a look through our archive and found a few baking recipes from the 50's. More here |
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World Vegetarian Day 2015
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01 October 2015
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 | It's World Vegetarian Day today (1 October 2015). Check out our Facebook and Twitter feeds to get involved. |
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It's our birthday - 168 years old - 30 September
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29 September 2015
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 | The Vegetarian Society is celebrating its 168th birthday on September 30. Help us celebrate online.....read more here |
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Tasty Tips for students
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21 September 2015
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 | Started back at university? Then it’s time to get some tasty tips to help you rustle up delicious dinners for you and your friends. |
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The Vegetarian Society Cookery School at the Ludlow Food Festival
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08 September 2015
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 | This September the Vegetarian Society Cookery School is out and about at the Ludlow Food Festival. On Friday 11 September the cookery school’s Principal Tutor Alex Connell will be demonstrating delicious veggie dishes – if you are heading to the festival you can see him at the ‘What’s cooking stage’ at 12:30.
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Response to Daily Mail article - How three women ruined their health by giving up meat
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25 August 2015
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| The Daily Mail published an article entitled “Hair loss, chronic exhaustion and even mental breakdowns: How three women ruined their health by giving up meat.” We felt there were several issues that warranted a response from the Vegetarian Society. In the Vegetarian Society’s view the piece was in many instances inaccurate and in essence misleading and scientific evidence runs counter to the author’s stance. Read our response here.
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KIN 2015 a big success for the Vegetarian Society
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31 July 2015
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 | From the moment the superhero banners unfurled either side of the main stage it was clear that this was not your typical vegetarian event... read more here |
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New Abel & Cole partnership!
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22 June 2015
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 | The Vegetarian Society is delighted to announce the brand new partnership with Abel & Cole. Famed for their fruit and vegetable box deliveries, Abel & Cole now deliver to over 60,000 addresses per week. Under the partnership scheme, Abel & Cole will donate ...... read more here |
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Celebrate World Meat-Free Day – head to KIN 2015 for a feast of ideas for only £20!
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11 June 2015
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 | To celebrate World Meat-Free Day on June 15 book your ticket to KIN 2015 for just £20! World Meat-Free Day is all about taking one small step for our planet and KIN 2015 is all about how those steps can help the planet, animals and people. KIN 2015 is a feast of ideas packed into a day! more on this story
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The Vegetarian Society's website wins an award!
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11 June 2015
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 | The Vegetarian Society’s website www.vegsoc.org was nominated in The Veggie Awards 2015 in the ‘Best Vegetarian Online Resource’ category and has won!... more details
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Choose KIN 2015: the first vegetarian event of its kind
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02 June 2015
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| The Vegetarian Society is staging a unique event, KIN 2015, in Manchester on Saturday 11 July 2015. It has been designed to help people learn and share more about why vegetarianism affects not only the choices we make about the food we eat, but also how it’s produced and the impacts on both our health and our planet that those choices create. Read more here
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National Vegetarian Week 18-24 May 2015, sponsored by ‘Nothing But’ - launches in Newcastle-upon-Tyne
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06 May 2015
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| On Monday 18 May National Vegetarian Week, sponsored by ‘Nothing But’, will launch in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. More details
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UK gets a 'pizza' National Vegetarian Week - on tour! Dates and locations.
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06 May 2015
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| They say the best things in life are free – well, you can’t get better than free pizza during National Vegetarian Week, sponsored by ‘Nothing But’ (18-24 May 2015)! This May the Vegetarian Society is visiting seven locations across the UK giving out free pizza slices and celebrating how food brings people together. Dates and locations announced .....details here
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Get a 'pizza' National Vegetarian Week – on tour!
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01 May 2015
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They say the best things in life are free – well, you can’t get better than free pizza during National Vegetarian Week, sponsored by ‘Nothing But’ (18-24 May 2015)! This May the Vegetarian Society is visiting seven locations across the UK giving out free pizza slices and celebrating how food brings people together. Read more.
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Get together, cook, eat and share! Free Share toolkit available now.
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09 April 2015
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Food always tastes better when it’s shared and food sharing initiatives are on the rise in Britain and across the world. What’s involved? ....more on this story
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New meal service guide - Dinners to Your Door
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08 April 2015
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Having ready meals delivered directly to your home has become an increasingly popular choice for many people across the UK. Particularly for those who are older or unable to get around .....more on this story.
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Time to share a veggie feast! National Vegetarian Week 18-24 May,sponsored by 'Nothing But'.
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03 March 2015
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Dust off your apron, grab your utensils and start choosing your recipes! It’s time to share your favourite veggie dishes with friends, family, work colleagues, community groups and the big wide world. National Vegetarian Week 18-24 May 2015 ..... read full story here
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This Valentine’s Day love your food and canoodle with noodles!
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09 February 2015
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This Valentine’s Day love your food – canoodle with noodles, tempt yourself with tarts and find pleasure in little pots of love......... read more
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Meet KIN 2015 - a kinder way of living - a thought provoking event!
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28 January 2015
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The Vegetarian Society is pleased to announce a brand new event: KIN 2015. On July 11 2015, speakers from around the world will gather......read more
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Celebrate Burns night - Sunday 25 January. Not so offal mini veggie haggis.
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21 January 2015
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No traditional Burns Night menu would be complete without the haggis but now you can cut out the ‘yuk’ factor with your own veggie haggis! Packed with the wholesome goodness of oats and deliciously spiced for a traditional taste, there’s definitely nothing offal about this recipe.
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Five festive feasting tips - keep all your guests happy!
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16 December 2014
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Christmas celebrations bring family and friends together for festive food but keeping all your guests happy at Christmas can be tricky. Read full story...
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Meet KIN 2015 - a kinder way of living a new event!
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11 December 2014
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The Vegetarian Society is pleased to announce a brand new event: KIN 2015. Scheduled for 11 July 2015, KIN will bring together speakers from around the world to Manchester to take part in this thought-provoking event ...read more here
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Are your customers falling out of love with meat this Christmas?
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04 December 2014
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With Christmas approaching around 20% of the population could be considering a meat free Christmas! This news prompted us to contact catering press to ask "Will your customers be happy with your menu? " Read the full news release here
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Nothing But are headline sponsor of National Vegetarian Week 2015
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18 November 2014
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The Vegetarian Society is pleased to announce “Nothing But” - a brand of the Premium Snack Company - as the headline sponsor of National Vegetarian Week 2015. Commenting on the announcement....read more here
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Halloween - treats without the tricks
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28 October 2014
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It’s dark and spooky, the pumpkins are carved, cobwebs in place and frightful happenings are on the cards – it’s time for a Halloween party. Disgust your friends and family with sumptuous slimy snails and scare your taste buds with a black widow cake. For more on this
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Foie gras - in the news
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21 October 2014
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Today Vanessa Feltz's show on BBC Radio London is discussing a butcher's shop in Primrose Hill which is importing foie gras pate from France. Our Chief Executive Lynne Elliot is appearing on the show to discuss this issue...... For more info and alternative recipes click here
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Climate Summit 2014 - Why food choice matters
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22 September 2014
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The UN Climate Summit takes place this week in New York where world leaders will debate one of the biggest challenges ever to face the planet.There is a lot on the agenda. While for world leaders global energy use and fossil fuels might be a big issue when it comes to climate change, as individuals, one of the best things to consider is our food. Read full news item
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Latest diploma students from the Vegetarian Society’s cookery school
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12 September 2014
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The Vegetarian Society’s cookery school Cordon Vert is pleased to announce the two latest graduates from the Cordon Vert Professional Chef’s Diploma programme as Gavin Kellett from Surrey and Jackie Phillips from Kent. Read the full news item
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Study says global consumption of meat needs to fall.
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03 September 2014
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Research from Cambridge and Aberdeen universities says that global consumption of meat
needs to fall - to ensure demand for food can be ..... Read the full release here
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Vegetarian Society – response to BBC2 Horizon programme.
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19 August 2014
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The BBC2 programme entitled “Horizon: Should I eat meat?” shown on Monday 18 August 2014, has sparked quite a debate on social media and in the press – and has evoked comments from people with a variety of viewpoints. Read the full response
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Should I eat meat? The Big Health Dilemma
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18 August 2014
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Tonight the BBC’s Horizon programme is asking the question ‘Should I eat meat? – The Big Health Dilemma.’ The Horizon programme’s pre publicity says that in the first episode Dr Michael Mosley seeks to establish the truth about meat. Are those barbecue favourites like burgers and sausages really that bad? Should we all go vegetarian instead? Ahead of the programme the Vegetarian Society was invited onto several regional BBC radio stations to discuss how a well-balanced vegetarian diet is kind to the planet, your health and animals. Read the full release here.
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World War 1-The Vegetarian Messenger's editorial on the outbreak of war
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08 August 2014
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The outbreak of war on 4 August 1914 was commented on in the September issue of the Vegetarian Society's magazine The Vegetarian Messenger and Health Review. To mark the centenary ....... Read full news story
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Special offer for a tasty September
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08 August 2014
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Back to school? Forget the uniform – grab an apron! The Vegetarian Society’s Cordon Vert cookery school in Cheshire have a special offer for a tasty September. To soften the blow of the end of the holidays, Cordon Vert are giving you the opportunity to increase your cookery skills, recipe ...... Read full news story
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Top five al fresco favourites
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30 July 2014
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Eating outside can bring its own pleasures. When the sun shines grab a blanket, a cool drink, something tasty and head to the hills, ..... Read the full news story
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Beef ten times the damage
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22 July 2014
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Further evidence of the damage beef production is doing to the environment was revealed yesterday. ... Read the full news story
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No sirloin for Sir Richard
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10 July 2014
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Yesterday Sir Richard Branson announced in his blog that he had given up beef, adding that “Eating less red meat can be healthier, better for the environment and – surprisingly to me – really easy to do so.” His blog also asked ..... Read the full news story
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National Vegetarian Week 2015 dates announced
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09 July 2014
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National Vegetarian Week 2015 is from Monday 18 to Sunday 24 May. Keep up to date with news of the week through www.nationalvegetarianweek.org Now in its twenty-third year this celebration of all things veggie is a great time to ....
Read the full news story..
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Turn the heat up - top ten BBQ tips
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08 July 2014
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It doesn’t matter whether the skies are blue or grey, the UK has caught the barbecue bug and veggies are no different than the rest of the population. So if you are hosting an outdoor food extravaganza it’s best to be prepared....... Read the press release
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Vegetarians have helped to change school meals for the better
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02 July 2014
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Earlier in 2014 the government asked for feedback on the proposed School Meals Plan. The Vegetarian Society sent official feedback and encouraged parents and members to do the same. Now, following ... Read the press release
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Put your chef hat on with Quorn and the Cordon Vert Cookery School – winners announced.
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01 July 2014
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To mark National Vegetarian Week Quorn UK ran a Facebook competition giving customers the chance to win a day’s cookery experience at the Vegetarian Society’s Cordon Vert cookery school in Altrincham. Read the press release
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Cordon Vert goes one better than the World Cup - Knockout food created by chefs from Brazil, the Netherlands and England!
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30 June 2014
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Brazil, Netherlands and England all had representatives at the Cordon Vert cookery school this week. This was no footy match but chefs getting some top training in catering and developing knockout menus for their meat free customers. Read the press release
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Rabbits are not the only animals...
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19 June 2014
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Award-winning writer, Jeanette Winterson, has received a backlash from the social media community this week by posting images of a rabbit she caught, killed and cooked.
Read the press release
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Cordon Vert Chef of the Future 2014 is Gavin Kellett
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21 May 2014
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The Vegetarian Society’s cookery school, Cordon Vert, is pleased to announce that the winner of the Chef of the Future 2014 competition is Gavin Kellett, Head Chef at the Manor House, Godalming. Read the press release
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Nearly half of British public would rather go veggie for the week!
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16 May 2014
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If you were asked to go meat free for a week could you do it? What would you miss? Would you rather do something else instead?
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Meet Matt, he's a cat man! Everymealcounts.org
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12 May 2014
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Meet Matt, Winnie and Alan. Matt’s a cat man, Winnie loves her granddaughter and having adventures, and Alan wishes he loved his waistline a little more! These three are the lead characters in the Vegetarian Society’s brand new set of films called ‘Every Meal Counts’. Read the press release
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Free veggie recipe app launched for National Vegetarian Week 2014
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01 May 2014
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If you like to browse your recipes on the move, then you need the Vegetarian Society’s free recipe app, launched just in time for National Vegetarian Week 19-25 May 2014. Read the press release
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