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Vegan barbecue season
Story: Vegan barbecue seasonSummertime, sun, barbecues – and endless invitations to open-air and garden parties. I love summer: long evenings on one terrace after another, the associated conviviality and, of course, the delicious food, which in my case consists primarily of plant-based delicacies. As a dedicated flexitarian whose diet is roughly 90% plant based, I’m faced with a never-ending dilemma as soon as barbecue fans fire up their grills and sharpen their knives. Okay, sometimes, for special occasions, when spontaneous temptation calls, or simply out of curiosity for a taste of my old life, I treat myself to a morsel of meat or…
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Vegan in Vienna – sophisticated, cosy, cosmopolitan
Story: Vegan in Vienna – sophisticated, cosy, cosmopolitanWelcome to the capital of Austria! Vienna – many people go into raptures at the mere sound of this city’s name: classical music, an art metropolis with dazzling shopping streets, theatres, museums and, of course, the world-famous Opera Ball. In various surveys, Vienna repeatedly tops the list of the world’s most liveable cities. But wait, wasn’t there more? Of course – its magnificent and world-famous cuisine! Yes, Vienna, the city of coffeehouses, the Sachertorte and – especially in Grinzing, Nussdorf and Sievering – the Heurigen or wine taverns, is a gourmet’s paradise. With centuries-old influences from the former Habsburg provinces…
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Lentils – small tasty all-rounders with bite
Story: Lentils – small tasty all-rounders with biteWhether as Indian dal or in grandma’s stew, as a salad or in pancake batter, when it comes to culinary all-rounders, lentils are right at the top of the list – and rightly so! These small pulses may look inconspicuous, but they have a mighty punch and under the skin are rich in protein. From hearty soups to exotic curries, lentils are not only delicious, they fill you up, provide valuable vegetable protein and tempt you to indulge in ever-new flavours. But what makes these little powerhouses so special, and why should we pay more attention to them in vegan…
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Vegan soul food – traditional comfort food reinterpreted
Story: Vegan soul food – traditional comfort food reinterpretedSoul food – it’s not just food, it’s a feeling. There are dishes that warm the stomach, heart and soul, bring people together and tell stories of the culture and community. Originating in the cuisine of the American South, soul food has evolved into a diverse world of flavours that celebrate the taste of home – wherever that may be. From spicy stews to crispy comfort food, slow food to hearty side dishes and sweet temptations, soul food stands for genuine, unadulterated food that fills you up and makes you happy. It also includes room for modern plant-based interpretations that…
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Life is (not) all about horsing around
Story: Life is (not) all about horsing aroundFor as long as I can remember, horses have been my most faithful companions. I sat in the saddle for the first time at the age of five, later on competed successfully up to the highest level, and now I breed Holsteiner horses on my own farm. My life has been shaped by a deep connection with these majestic animals and each day I spend countless hours caring for them, working with them and enjoying their company. My farm is a place full of life. We have a total of 14 horses, including home-bred foals, weanlings, Holstein breeding and showjumping…
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Food by color
Story: Food by colorWhen food is not only filling but also fun, color is involved! Vegan cuisine is currently undergoing a color revolution that goes far beyond green smoothies and red tomato sauces. From pink glass noodle salads to bright purple soups and desserts, color-coordinated dishes are not only a feast for the eyes, but also full of health benefits. But what do colors actually tell us about the ingredients in our food? And why should you choose colors over ingredients when cooking? Let’s dive into the fascinating world of colorful plant power! Red: the fiery heart and energy booster Red is power!…
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Plant-based trends olé – welcome to Spain!
Story: Plant-based trends olé – welcome to Spain!Beautiful beaches, cities steeped in history and ancient traditions – Spain is one of the world’s most popular travel destinations. Add to that the Balearic and Canary Islands, which are top-tier tourist magnets in their own right. The culinary delights of these regions are certainly among their highlights as well. Away from the uniform tourist gastronomy, there’s actually a lot to discover. And we’re not talking about sangria and schnitzel. 😉 Nor are the party strips representative of a country rich in cultural heritage, history and traditions. So what is food really like in this country, which is much more…
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Vegan life in Cologne – with a touch of humour
Story: Vegan life in Cologne – with a touch of humourAfter our culinary journey through Munich, Berlin and Hamburg, our next stop takes us along the Rhine to the cathedral city of Cologne. This metropolis steeped in history is known not only for its imposing cathedral, Carnival and Kölsch beer, but also for its hearty meat dishes such as Himmel un Ääd and Sauerbraten. But what if you follow a purely plant-based diet? Is Cologne a vegan’s paradise? The answer is a resounding yes! The city on the Rhine is fast becoming a hotspot for vegan cuisine that is diverse, modern and surprisingly creative. Whether strolling through the Old Town,…
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A superwoman with a passion for animals
Story: A superwoman with a passion for animalsVictoria has what you might call a wide horizon. On her blog, the author, (radio) presenter, influencer and animal rescuer deals with a whole range of highly topical and fundamental life issues. These include equality and feminism, but also mental health, self-care, social issues and food. The central issue in her life has always been animal welfare. She is passionate about everything, but for animals she is now an activist, having already been vegan for a long time. In this interview, Victoria tells us all about how she came to be a vegan, what her exciting life is like and…
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Welcome to the Chicks‘ Club – why chickens make you happy
Story: Welcome to the Chicks‘ Club – why chickens make you happySometimes it’s the unexpected gifts that change your life. When I moved from the city to the country four years ago, it was a big step. The sounds of sirens and car horns were suddenly replaced by birdsong and the rustling of trees. But the real adventure began when my best friend showed up with a gift that would change my life forever: three hens and a magnificent rooster we named Heinrich. „Animals can be hard work, but without them everything is much harder,“ she said at the time – a sentence that turned out to be more profound than…
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Authenticity that inspires – Anne Menden
Story: Authenticity that inspires – Anne MendenFor more than 20 years, Anne Menden has been enchanting us as Emily Höfer in the German soap opera „Gute Zeiten, schlechte Zeiten“ (GZSZ – Good Times, Bad Times), making her one of the best-known and most popular faces on German television. As strong as the character of her most important TV role is, the actress is also strong in other ways. Animals and animal welfare are two of her greatest passions, and that’s why she decided to go vegan over 10 years ago. We wanted to know more about this and asked Anne Menden about her commitment and her…
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Candy Crash – living colourfully, free and vegan
Story: Candy Crash – living colourfully, free and veganOne moment in Berlin, the next in California. There’s always something going on with Candy. She defies all categories and lives her life self-confidently, courageously and colourfully. Many people came across Candy Crash for the first time in the TV series „Queen of Drag“, and have since been fascinated by her personality, which plays with her feminine side. As an entertainer and content creator, the drag queen inspires an impressive and growing number of followers on a wide range of topics – from beauty to cooking to adventures in life! We caught up with her to find out more about…
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world of vegan delights – vantastic!
Story: world of vegan delights – vantastic!Veganuary has now become mainstream and a real trend. Each year, more and more people use January to try vegan alternatives for the first time or to add more plant-based options to their diets. Of course, this is made all the easier when there are brands that support you with delicious products and promotions. Today we introduce you to Vantastic, a brand that offers an exciting range of products from delicious meat alternatives to vegan basics and sweet temptations. We spoke directly to Stephan Scherer, Product Manager at Vantastic. Interview with Stephan Scherer, Product Manager at Vantastic VELIVERY: Can you…
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Try a plant-based diet with Greenforce
Story: Try a plant-based diet with GreenforceThomas Müller does it, more and more people in the vegan community do it, flexitarians around the world do it too. Are you doing it too? We’re talking about giving a plant-based diet a try. Greenforce and the professional footballer are launching the campaign with the motto #probier’s pflanzlich (try plant-based). In this interview with Thorsten Zeller from Greenforce, we find out all about the young company from Munich and what they have to offer fans of meat alternatives. VELIVERY: Greenforce was only founded in 2020 and has already been a success story for 5 years! How was the company…
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Simply delicious cheese alternatives
Story: Simply delicious cheese alternatives„Cheese was the hardest thing to give up when I decided to go plant-based“ – this is something we often hear from existing vegans and those interested in changing their diet. And maybe you felt the same way? Sure, we all know and love cheese, and it’s used almost everywhere in the kitchen – on pizza and pasta, in meals and snacks, with burgers, in gratins and much more. But word has got around that there are now great alternatives. Simply V has, for example, lots of delicious cheesy, purely vegan options on offer. In an interview with Simply V’s…
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For nerves like steel
Story: For nerves like steelThere are days when your nerves are on edge: endless to-do lists, annoying appointments, and worries big and small that keep swirling around in our heads, throwing us off balance and sometimes bringing us to the brink of despair. It is on days like these that we long for something to calm our nerves and clear our minds. When the pressure is high and the mind cannot find rest, we can help by consuming the right nerve food. And, of course, a good night’s sleep also plays a central role: If we lie awake at night, depriving ourselves of sleep…
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Advent with a happy ending
Story: Advent with a happy endingAdvent is here, the goose takes flight before it’s roasted golden bright. Christmas roast – yes or no? This is precisely the question I asked myself many years ago, when I was still a semi-inveterate flexitarian, shortly before the much-loved Christmas season with all its fanfare and meat feasts. I can still remember the surprise and shock shown by my whole family when, after receiving the obligatory Advent calendar, I told them that I was going to go vegan for the whole month of December. With a smug smile on his face, my father held out his hand to me…
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Vegan Italian cuisine on TV – Boris Scafati
Story: Vegan Italian cuisine on TV – Boris ScafatiVon würzigen Antipasti und köstlicher Pasta mit cremig-raffinierter Soße, über Ragù mit mediterranem Sugo und duftend Überbackenes, bis hin zu Tiramisù und einer Torta della nonna … wer würde nicht dahinschmelzen allein beim Lesen einer italienischen Speisekarte? Dass die italienische Küche, auch auf Spitzenniveau, heute absolut vegan sein kann, beweist Chefkoch Boris Scafati. Und das nicht nur in seiner eigenen Küche, sondern auch im Fernsehen für ein Millionenpublikum. Wir haben mit Maestro Boris Scafati gesprochen. Hier erfährst du alles über pflanzliche Küchengeheimnisse jenseits des Brenners. Und das Beste: fast alles davon lässt sich zuhause nachkochen.
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A fat yield
Story: A fat yieldWhy oils and fats are not only delicious but indispensable for humans. Fats often have a bad reputation – many people immediately think of weight gain, sluggish metabolism or negative effects on the liver. But that’s not the whole story. In fact, fats are essential for the human body and an essential part of a balanced diet. Rather than avoiding fats altogether, the focus should be on eating the right, healthy fats – and using them wisely in the kitchen.
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Creative ways to tackle food waste
Story: Creative ways to tackle food wasteLebensmittelverschwendung ist eines der größten globalen Probleme unserer Zeit. Jedes Jahr landen Millionen Tonnen an Lebensmitteln auf dem Müll, während gleichzeitig viele Menschen keinen ausreichenden Zugang zu Nahrungsmitteln haben. Dieses Ungleichgewicht ist nicht nur eine massive soziale, sondern auch eine ökologische Herausforderung. Die Produktion von Lebensmitteln verbraucht wertvolle Ressourcen wie Wasser, Energie und Anbaufläche. Wenn Nahrungsmittel weggeworfen werden, gehen nicht nur diese Ressourcen verloren, zugleich entstehen zusätzlich klimaschädliche Emissionen durch den Abbau und die Entsorgung der Lebensmittel. Ein Wandel ist dringend nötig – und er beginnt, wie so oft, bei uns selbst. In diesem Artikel zeigen wir verschiedene kreative und…
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Vegan delights in Hamburg
Story: Vegan delights in HamburgNach unseren Reisen „Vegan in the City“ durch Berlin und München geht es jetzt in den hohen Norden: Wir machen auf unserer kulinarischen Entdeckungstour Halt in der Hansestadt Hamburg. Die Metropole an der Elbe ist für ihren maritimen Charme, ihre stolze Seefahrtsgeschichte und natürlich für klassische norddeutsche Gerichte wie Labskaus, Aalsuppe oder Matjesbrötchen bekannt. Doch wie sieht es mit veganem Genuss zwischen Speicherstadt, Alster und Schanzenviertel aus? Lässt sich hier auch ohne Fisch und Fleisch wunderbar leben? Spoiler: Auf jeden Fall! Hamburg bietet eine lebendige und vielfältige vegane Szene, die entdeckt werden will. Ob beim Spaziergang entlang der Landungsbrücken oder…
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Climate-friendly culinary pleasure – the book
Story: Climate-friendly culinary pleasure – the bookVegan fürs Klima heißt ihr innovatives Kochbuch. Darin entführt sie in die Welt der regionalen, saisonalen und selbstverständlich rein pflanzlichen Küche. Die Dresdner Landschaftsarchitekturstudentin und Bloggerin Natalie Reichelt hegt schon seit etlichen Jahren den Wunsch, den Umweltschutz in einen modernen Lifestyle und in eine Genießer-Kulinarik zu integrieren. Dafür ist sie schon länger aktiv. Gerade über leckere pflanzliche Küche kann man die Menschen erreichen, so ist Natalie Reichelt überzeugt. Im Gespräch mit Velivery erzählt sie uns mehr über ihr Buch, die Beweggründe und was sie sonst noch so alles auf die Beine stellt. Auch ihre Rezepttipps dürfen nicht fehlen!
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The donkey – a miracle creature. From beast of burden to faithful companion
Story: The donkey – a miracle creature. From beast of burden to faithful companionHow cutely she wiggles her long ears and gazes longingly at the carrot I give her … There is something almost meditative about watching Ronja the Donkey munching on it. Donkeys exude an incredible calm. Stroking and grooming them is just as relaxing, and the feeling of well-being this generates is probably mutual. The closer you get to these grey animals (although they are not all grey!), the more you have to love them. Here are some key facts about donkeys and their long, and not always happy, history as human companions. It is their clever and social nature that…
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Thanks be to the harvest
Story: Thanks be to the harvestOne of the great achievements of humanity… …is the transmission of patterns of behaviour and beliefs based on ideas and culture – known to most as tradition. Paradoxically, however, it is above all tradition to follow all these traditions without a second thought. After all, that’s the way it’s always been done. And that can’t be wrong, can it?