SMOKED SALMON WITH CREAM CHEESE, CAPERS AND DILL CANAPÉS

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Welcome to our December issue. Christmas is a time

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Your letters, emails and musings

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“THE NUMBER OF ANIMALS WE SAVE EACH YEAR IS HOW WE MEASURE OUR TRUE SUCCESS ”

We catch up with busy mum, marketing director and entrepreneur, Tammy Fry

IRRAWADDY DOLPHIN IN FOCUS

We take a look at the Irrawaddy dolphin

THE ACCIDENTAL VEGAN

Products that are vegan by chance rather than design

HAVE YOURSELF A COMPASSIONATE CHRISTMAS

Sean O’Callaghan on how to help others and advocate this December

IF YOU COULD SAY ONE THING TO HELP SOMEONE TURN VEGAN, WHAT WOULD IT BE?

This month we asked for your thoughts on the best things to say to help non-vegans make the change

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WHAT I EAT IN A WEEK...

NYC-based actor Bradley Gibson is currently appearing on Broadway as Simba in The Lion King. We find out how he fuels his hectic schedule.

“THE WORLD IS STARTING TO WAKE UP TO LIVING LIFE WITH MORE COMPASSION”

Maria Slough reflects on the past year by revisiting some old friends

SHOULD VEGANS BE WORRIED ABOUT CHOLESTEROL?

Yvonne O’Halloran tells us about the ‘good’ and ‘bad’ guys in your blood

TOP 5 VEGAN-FRIENDLY CHRISTMAS MENUS

Vegan food is no longer an aterthought — we’ve found the best chain restaurants to enjoy a plant-based festive feast, with a twist

NOT JUST FOR CHRISTMAS

Lily Woods explores why so many animals are given as gifts in December

DRINK AND BE MERRY

Oliver Coningham spreads some festive cheer

‘TIS THE SEASON TO STAY SILENT

Should vegans put their morals aside during the festive period for the sake of their friends and family?

“ART IS SUCH A POWERFUL TOOL IN RAISING AWARENESS AND OPENING UP PEOPLE’S MINDS ”

Illustrator Ellie Kakoulli reveals her motivation for producing activist artwork

A CHRISTMAS INFLUENCER

Jake Yapp on our growing community

VEGAN NEWS

All things vegan from the worlds of entertainment, politics, sports, animal advocacy and more. Got news for us? Email vegannews@primeimpact.co.uk

MAKE A LIST, CHECK IT TWICE

You’ve sorted the food and the Christmas evening tipples; the house is laden with eco-friendly tinsel and you’re looking forward to spending time with friends and family — but, what about presents?

FOR HIM

Perfect gifts for him this Christmas

FOR HER

Perfect gifts for her this Christmas

FOR KIDS

Perfect gifts for them this Christmas

FOR FURRY FRIENDS

Perfect gifts for our friends this Christmas

PASS THE CHEASE, PLEASE

For many, a cheeseboard is an essential placeholder on the table at Christmas. Worried that because you’re vegan, you’ll miss out on a cheesy Christmas nibble? Think again

A FEAST TO REMEMBER

No cheese? No problem! Impress your friends with a festive vegan spread

PERFECT PAIRINGS

There are some foods that just go better together. We’ve collected some of the best vegan chease accompaniments, that will ensure you get the most from your Christmas spread

IS BREXIT BAD NEWS FOR VEGANS?

We take a look at how we will be affected

MAKE YOUR GIFTS MEANINGFUL

Find yourself playing pass the parcel each year? Get of the merry-go-round of mindless re-gifting and give a compassionate present this Christmas

A VEGAN'S GUIDE TO EDINBURGH

Jessica Gray shows us why the Scottish capital is a vegan foodie’s heaven

PREP, COOK, EAT CHRISTMAS! WITH VEGAN LIFE

Our favourite recipes this month

COVER RECIPE

This quick and easy treat looks stunning and is so simple to make.

SEITAN BEEF ROAST

A tasty alternative to a traditional turkey style roast

RENDANG CURRY WITH LEFTOVER SEITAN

This quick and easy curry is an ideal way to use up

DAUPHINOISE POTATOES

Don’t miss out on this essential Christmas side dish.

CHRISTMAS PIE

This mouth-watering pie is packed with warm spices

STUFFED NO-TURKEY WRAPPED IN GAZ’S STREAKY BACON

This is technical to make but so rewarding when you

STREAKY “BACON”

No-Turkey recipe continued

SWEET POTATO AND CHESTNUT STUFFING

Continuation of No-Turkey recipe

CRANBERRY AND ORANGE SAUCE

No-Turkey recipe continued

FLUFFY YORKSHIRE PUDDINGS

This was a hard recipe for me to crack, but after several

MINCE PIE CHRISTMAS TREE

This mince pie tree is fun and festive to make, and

FESTIVE SPICED ORANGE BISCUITS

Orange always works well at Christmas, and if you’re

CHOOSE LIFE PARTY PUNCH

Club Tropicana, drinks are free — from alcohol and

COCONUT WATER KEFIR

Ingredient for Party Punch

PIROUETTE

Most of us have got a little bit of ballerina inside

JUNIPER SYRUP

Ingredient for Pirouette

GINGERBREAD MEN

Who doesn’t love a gingerbread biscuit at Christmas?

MISS MAPLE CRANBERRY DRINK

Try this high fibre festive drink, instead of your

CAULIFLOWER SOUP WITH CUMIN TOASTED CAULIFLOWER & CRISPY CHICKPEAS

CNM recipe

CHRISTMAS CROWD-PLEASERS

No time to cook from scratch, but want a show-stopper on Christmas Day? Read on…

THE BEAUTY EDIT

The vegan products you need on your radar this month

VEGAN LIFE LOVES

Family-run cosmetics company, LivOliv, aims to bring

VEGAN SPOTLIGHT

Our favourites this month