Help Support Farm Sanctuary!

Ok Vegans, time to show some love for the wonderful Farm Sanctuary and our homegirl, Amy. Next Saturday is the annual Walk for Animals, and we're representing! So...the best option would be to sign up AND donate, but do what you can ;)

To donate:

http://www.firstgiving.com/amyaronson

To sign up (!):

http://www.firstgiving.com/process/raisemoney/default.aspdid=1910&skip=home&_EventId=90561

You do not have to fundraise if you don't wish to, just show your V love! $15 is a small price to pay for some humanity.

*For those of you not familiar with Farm Sanctuary, it is a national non-profit animal protection organization that rescues and cares for animals freed from stockyards, factory farms, and slaughterhouses. FS also rallies for animal rights and advocates for healthier, kinder lifestyles for all.

Dreams DO come true!!

June 17th, 2010: the tragic day when GT Kombucha was pulled from the shelves. Too much of a buzz from the booch? That's the best part!! The fizz, the funny feeling in your tummy, the carefree swing in your step...all lovely side effects. Needless to say: this girl was bummed. Panicky even. "What if it never returns?" It was as if a close friend had been kidnapped. Seriously, card me if you have to, but give me my Multi-Green!!

Well guess what?! The latest and greatest news is that these probiotic little babies are back on the shelves and don't taste all that different than before. Life is back to normal. Phew.

Joycups and Amy Bakes are popping up everywhere!

These girls can't stop jumping for Joycups!! Our current obsession are these darling dairy-free peanut butter cups that have cool flavors filled with fruit infusions like lemon blueberry and raspberry olallieberry. The newest creation is made with raw honey (instead of sugar) and sea salt---yummy!! Pick one (or two) up at Be Love Cafe (Los Osos) or Shine Cafe (Morro Bay), and while you're there, grab a bite to eat!

http://www.thejoycupco.com/pages/ingredients.html

Another local favorite is the lovely Amy Bakes Cupcakes, with vegan and gluten-free options. If you're looking for some moist, delightfully frosty cupcakes, check these out, available at Granada Bistro (call to check availability) and Shine Cafe.

http://www.amybakescupcakes.com/

Bring Vegan Breakfast to SLO!!

Ok, it's time to vent. I awoke to visions of vegan pancakes and tofu scramble, and then reality smacked me in the face: there is no vegan breakfast in SLO! Instant buzzkill.

I have done my research, and as far as I can tell, the closest veg-friendly breakfast spots are either Morro Bay or Los Osos. You would think as a college town, San Luis would have some pretty bomb diners or cafes...tear

Soo...it's time to start pushing our local haunts to provide some delish vegan breakfast options, bc let's face it--breakfast is key! And I also want bottomless mimosas, bc every city has them, so why don't we?

Viva la Vegan brunch!!

Vegan findings at Big Sky Cafe!

There are few spots downtown that offer tasty vegan items, especially when you're out to eat with non-veggie friends. Next time you're out at Farmer's, swing by Big Sky and try the Chilled Sesame Ginger Noodles with tofu ($9.50); simple cool noodles on a bed of spinach, mixed with veggies, peanuts, and well-marinated tofu--nothing crazy, but tasty nonetheless. Do save room for dessert bc their Seasonal Fresh Fruit Crisp ($4.75) is made into an easy vegan option (ask for without whipped cream). No dairy? Whaaa???

Check it out: cute place, not too pricy, but nicer than Chipotle.

Raw Pizza at BeLove!!

Oh BeLove, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways...

We found another reason to show some V love in Los Osos: Raw Pizza! We're talking onion flax crackers, pesto, cashew cheez and avo...Yesssss.

Think of it as a day trip to one of the best places around.

Don't forget to pick up a Joycup--you won't be disappointed.

FINALLY: VEGAN THAI IN SLO!!

Thank goodness us SLO vegans now have a local Thai place where we don't have to worry about any pesky animal products sneaking into our food: no casein, no fish sauce, no oyster sauce, no shrimp paste! Of course we always knew that cruelty-free Thai food could taste this good, and now other non-veggies are tasting the magic!

Vegan Spices Thai Cuisine has friendly service, a large and clean space, and maybe most importantly: a Thai chef! This is not a vegan place that happens to make Thai food, it is some serious Thai cooking!

Ok, so down to business. There is SO much to choose from, it really makes you want to come back every other day. Some highlights: Cheese puffs (made with Tofutti), Sauteéd Eggplant, Pumpkin Curry, and the Spicy Noodles. If you're looking for something truly spicy, be sure to ask for it, bc the "Spicy" dishes tend to be on the milder side. Oh and who doesn't love a good Thai Iced Tea?

There's also a bangin' lunch special, starting at $7.95 for soup, salad, and a meal.

It's time to show your V power--we want it to stay here!

Vegan Spices Thai Cuisine

1815 Osos St. (across from Sally Loo's)

(805) 545-5996