The holidays are here, and we’re all due for a bit of cheer for making it through the year, right? So what better to do that with than all the vegan goodies? Whether it’s charitable chocolate, all-things coffee, or full-blown vegan cake deliveries (who says this time of year is just about pies?), VegNews editors were tasked to find 10 vegan products that they would give this year. The result? An endless array of gift ideas for you!
Dear Bella Creamery
Day 1: Vegan cakes … delivered!
“Is it necessary? No. Are there other, more practical gifts (like socks or a new iPhone charger the cat hasn’t gnawed through) out there? Of course. But the thrill of receiving something totally unexpected and admittedly a bit frivolous makes a gift that much sweeter.”
—Tanya Flink, Digital Editor
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Stella McCartney
Day 2: Vegan luxury
“Did you know luxury goods last longer? That’s because they are so often made the old way— that is, the slow way, with less of an impact on the planet, fewer resources, and impeccable attention to detail. But what’s really exciting is that there is so much vegan innovation happening in the luxury space right now as brands look to get more sustainable and ethical—whether in food and wine, beauty, fashion, or jewelry.”
—Jill Ettinger, Director of Digital Strategy
Miyoko’s Creamery
Day 3: Christmas like a Ukrainian
“As you may be able to guess from my last name below, I’m not from around these parts. I hail from the Soviet Ukraine where winters were cold and food was either meat, potatoes, or meat and potatoes. I now reside in San Francisco, and while it’s not as cold, I always look for comforting and cozy gifts during the holiday season. So what does this Soviet soul find comforting? Vegan versions of the meats and cheeses I grew up eating.”
—Anna Starostinetskaya, Senior News Editor
Tom’s
Day 4: Cold-Weather Must-Haves
“Though I’d much rather skip winter altogether and leapfrog straight into spring, keeping warm without wool, feathers, or fur is easier than ever. In fact, some of the snuggliest accessories this season are vegan … To nudge you in the right direction, I’m sharing a few of my favorites. And I promise they’ll keep you warm and wonderful all season long.”
—Nicole Axworthy, News Editor
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