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  • Kimchi, miso & co. – fermented superfoods

    Kimchi, miso & co. – fermented superfoods

    Whether tempeh or yoghurt, kefir or kimchi – fermented foods are all the rage. Yet this processing method is ancient. New discoveries show that fermented delicacies can be stored perfectly, are your gut’s best friend and add a delicious fresh taste to many plant-based dishes. Find out all about the variety, production and use of these „active“ foods – with step-by-step instructions. Of course, we also have delicious recipes to accompany it.

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  • Hot, hot, hot – Mexico wishes you ¡buen provecho!

    Hot, hot, hot – Mexico wishes you ¡buen provecho!

    Depending on your preference, a vacation to Mexico can mean white beaches, visits to ancient ruins and Mayan temples like Chichén Itzá or Palenque, adventures in the jungle, or exploring vibrant, lively cities. But that’s not all – this country at the juncture between Northern and Central America also has plenty of mountain ranges, semi-deserts and sites bearing witness to the colonial era. You’ll be hard pushed to find another country offering so much variety. And, of course, the culinary highlights are among the top reasons to take a trip to Mexico. Did you know that UNESCO has declared Mexican…

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  • The story of the Burrens: a real Swiss animal fairy tale

    The story of the Burrens: a real Swiss animal fairy tale

    For many generations, the Burrens had lived on their farm near Bern, Switzerland, where they kept animals… and slaughtered them. When the son, Tobias, took over, he decided that everything would be different from then on. For the animals, especially. And yet, at first glance, the handsome farm situated idyllically in lush green countryside doesn’t look much different to other farms. We talked to Tobias Burren and learned his story, which sounds a little like a fairytale while nonetheless having become everyday life for him and his wife Christine – with plenty of work and happiness in equal measure. Read…

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  • These 9 things happen when you stop eating meat

    These 9 things happen when you stop eating meat

    According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), there are clear guidelines regarding meat consumption: Too much meat is unhealthy. Red and processed meat is also proven to be carcinogenic. An American study goes even further and names specific diseases associated with meat consumption: In addition to cancer, the risk of heart and respiratory diseases, stroke, diabetes, infections, Alzheimer’s as well as liver and kidney diseases increases. For our health, these are therefore compelling arguments in favour of eating less meat or no meat at all. But what happens to my fitness, my metabolism and my body if I skip the…

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  • Vegan in the City – Munich

    Vegan in the City – Munich

    Our first instalment of the Vegan in the City series was very well received by you, which makes us very happy. In this new installment, we’re moving from the Spree to the Isar. Today you can find out how – perhaps in contrast to colourful Berlin – it is possible to live a „griabig“ (= cosy) vegan life in Bavaria’s capital. Are all the clichés of tables laden with roast pork, white veal sausages and knuckle of pork still true? Or is there plant-based hope between Nymphenburg Palace Park and the central Marienplatz, at the traditional Viktualienmarkt, around the Hofbräuhaus,…

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  • Vegan goes to Hollywood …

    Vegan goes to Hollywood …

    Plant-based food is on everyone’s lips – and their tongues! But taste isn’t the only sense through which we’re sent messages about animal welfare, health and sustainability. Particularly memorable are images – which are known to be able to say more than 1000 words. Given that behind each decision to follow a vegan or increasingly plant-based lifestyle, there are as many rational arguments as there are feelings, documentaries are a particularly good way of raising awareness about the subject. They combine urgently needed fact-based information with stark images. And filmmakers use different techniques to get there: from humor to shock…

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  • Daniel Noah – actor and activist

    Daniel Noah – actor and activist

    Umwerfendes Lächeln, Megaausstrahlung und eine Riesenportion Schauspieltalent. So erlebt man Schauspieler Daniel Noah auf allen TV-Kanälen und bisweilen im Kino. Bekannt wurde er als Sascha Beck aus GZSZ, für seine Rollen beim Tatort und in weiteren Fernsehformaten. Aktuell dreht Daniel im August 2024 für Inga Lindström in Schweden. Darauf dürfen wir uns schon jetzt freuen! Es lohnt sich sehr, sich mal mit ihm zu unterhalten, denn er weiß, über den Tellerrand zu schauen. Ach ja, der Teller ist bei ihm übrigens mit pflanzlichen Köstlichkeiten gefüllt. VELIVERY: Das Fernsehpublikum kennt und schätz dich aus zahlreichen TV-Produktionen, bei denen du immer wieder…

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  • Vegan in the City – BERLIN

    Vegan in the City – BERLIN

    What’s life like for a vegan in the city? To answer that question, we’re starting a new mini-series for urban lifestyle fans. What can you find there, and where? What is IN and what are the latest trends? We kick off with Berlin. Join us on a trip across the pulsing capital city that makes vegan hearts skip a beat. The vegan lifestyle’s capital city Berlin is a vegan paradise: need to shop for plant-based food? No problem. Going out for vegan food? A cakewalk. And that’s not all: from vegan hairdressers and vegan fashion labels right through to vegan…

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  • Discover Hawaiian Poke Bowls

    Discover Hawaiian Poke Bowls

    Es ist schwer, genau zu bestimmen, wann die erste Schüssel erschaffen wurde, aber sicher ist, dass Menschen seit Urzeiten schalenartige Behälter benutzen, um ihre Nahrung aufzubewahren und zu servieren. In der modernen Küche hat sich aus dieser einfachen Idee eine ganze Kunstform entwickelt, besonders interessant und vielseitig in Form von Poké Bowls. Diese bunte und gesunde Mahlzeit hat ihre Wurzeln in Hawaii und eroberte von dort aus die Welt. Was macht also Poké Bowls so besonders? Und geht das Ganze auch vegan? Tauchen wir ein in die Geschichte, die vielfältigen Einflüsse und die zentralen Zutaten dieses beliebten Gerichts. Egal ob…

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  • Plant-based indulgence drenched in Greek sunshine

    Plant-based indulgence drenched in Greek sunshine

    Griechenland – alles Fleisch & Fisch, oder was? Weit gefehlt! Auch wenn Fleisch und Fisch in der traditionellen griechischen Küche natürlich eine Rolle spielen, ist Griechenland ein überraschend gut geeignetes Reiseland für Veganer:innen. Egal ob in Athen oder Thessaloniki, ob auf einer der traumhaften Inseln oder sonst wo am Festland von Peloponnes und Pilion, pflanzlich schlemmen macht hier richtig Spaß! Wir zeigen dir wie. Und wenn dich zu Hause der Heißhunger auf griechische Köstlichkeiten überkommt, erfährst du hier die besten Veganisierungen deiner Lieblingsgerichte. Viele Veganfans erinnern sich noch an „früher“, als sie beim Griechen um die Ecke der Mittelmeerküche gefrönt…

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  • What’s that gnawing at my vegan conscience?

    What’s that gnawing at my vegan conscience?

    Schweißgebadet wachte ich auf. Ich hatte einen animalischen Albtraum. Und zwar lag ich eingemummelt – der Klassiker 😉 – unter einer tierisch warmen Daunendecke und zählte mal wieder jene Schäfchen, die mir erst recht den Schlaf raubten, weil sie jedes Mal, wenn ich meine Wohlfühlsocken über meine veganen Füßchen zog, ihrem verlorenen Wollkleid nachblökten. Und der Schlaf des (Selbst)-Gerechten war beendet. So schlurfte ich missmutig und voller Gewissensbisse in die Küche, öffnete den Kühlschrank und trank erst mal einen Schluck klärendes Wasser. Doch halt, mein Blick blieb auf dem Etikett der Wasserflasche haften und ließ in mir die Frage aufkeimen, ob der…

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  • Enjoy a relaxing vacation with VeggieHotels & VeganWelcome

    Enjoy a relaxing vacation with VeggieHotels & VeganWelcome

    Do you dream of a vacation which is not just relaxing, but also meets your ethical and culinary standards and expectations? Where every meal is a feast for the senses, and you never have to worry whether what you’re eating really is free from animal products? Allow us to present VeggieHotels and VeganWelcome-Hotels – the platforms for all vegan travelers which will take care of all your wants and needs! The idea for VeggieHotels came about due to an all too familiar state of affairs: Travel journalists Thomas and Karen Klein and their colleague Peter Haunert were having difficulties finding…

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  • Thomas Müller loves a plant-based alternative

    Thomas Müller loves a plant-based alternative

    Wie ernährt sich der bayerische Fußballprofi und wie sieht er die Vereinbarkeit von Leistungssport und pflanzlichem Lebensstil? Im Interview verrät er uns, wie es zur Kooperation mit dem Münchner Startup für vegane Fleisch-Alternativen, Greenforce, kam, sein ideales Frühstück an Trainingstagen und noch so einiges mehr. FRAGE: Sie engagieren sich für vegane Ernährungsweise mit dem Start-up- Unternehmen GREENFORCE und ernähren sich selbst oftmals pflanzlich. Wann haben Sie sich für diese Ernährungsweise entschieden und aus welchen Gründen? THOMAS MÜLLER: Ich ernähre mich schon immer sehr ausgewogen und mit GREENFORCE und der vielfältigen Produktpalette ist es nun für uns alle sehr leicht geworden,…

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  • Europe’s appetite for change

    Europe’s appetite for change

    Meandering through the streets of Paris, you could almost think that the traditional bakeries, famous for their buttery croissants, had given way overnight to cafés boasting vegan pain au chocolat. But this culinary shift is not just a French phenomenon. From the sun-kissed terraces of Spain to the cosy cafés of Poland, the whole of Europe seems to have embarked on a culinary voyage of discovery that combines tradition with trends, seasoned with a big pinch of green. Here in Germany, there are so many more vegan foods that land on our plates than almost anywhere else. After all, the…

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  • Stable whispers & jungle talk

    Stable whispers & jungle talk

    In the untouched wilderness of Africa, a little girl grew up who teaches us an extraordinary lesson about the relationship between humans and animals. Tippi Degré, often referred to as the ‘real Mowgli’, spent her childhood closely connected to wildlife – from majestic elephants to spotted wild leopards. She talks to the animals and they react. She reads their body language and understands the sounds they make. The pictures her parents took of her and her furry friends as animal film makers are incredibly moving. Her unique ability to communicate with wild animals not only opens up a magical window…

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  • Daily Bread

    Daily Bread

    From the ancient Egyptians, who are considered the pioneers of leaven, to the Romans, who spread bread to all corners of their empire, the history of bread is as varied as it is fascinating. The first records of bread date back as far as 14,000 years ago, long before modern civilization as we know it began to flourish. Not only was this ancient staple food a witness to human evolution, but it also played a crucial role in the development of societies around the globe. In Europe, evidence has been found of bread production dating back to the times of…

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  • The Big Five – smart food supplements

    The Big Five – smart food supplements

    Choosing a vegan diet isn’t just a matter of personal lifestyle, it’s often equally a conscious choice for the environment and animal welfare. In addition, following a vegan lifestyle is often a decision for our own health, but let’s not kid ourselves, it can sometimes be challenging to make sure we’re getting all the essential nutrients from our plant-based diet. Studies have shown that vegans have a higher risk of deficiencies in nutrients such as vitamin B12, omega-3 fatty acids, iron, calcium and vitamin D. These nutrients play a crucial role in the health and well-being of the body. This…

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  • The top 5 vegan food trends of 2024

    The top 5 vegan food trends of 2024

    Not only is 2024 introducing us to new flavors on the culinary map – it’s also giving us interesting new ways to celebrate our love of food. Here are five vegan recipe trends which are bound to give you plenty to talk about, and will send your tastebuds on exciting new journeys. 1. Overnight oats – the breakfast that prepares itself while you sleep Overnight oats are not just a trend – they’ve become a way of life. Simply soak oats overnight in plant-based drink or water. And voilà – in the morning, you’ll have a creamy, nutritious breakfast waiting…

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  • Lab-grown meat – is it vegan?

    Lab-grown meat – is it vegan?

    In einer Welt, die ständig zwischen Tradition und Innovation balanciert, erhitzt Laborfleisch die Gemüter. Doch was ist das eigentlich? Die Grundidee ist einfach, aber gerade deswegen steckt hier moderneste HighTech dahinter: Laborfleisch, auch kultiviertes Fleisch oder In-vitro-Fleisch genannt, beruht auf der Methode, aus tierischen Zellen Fleisch zu züchten. Aus den Stammzellen im Muskelgewebe der Tiere wächst das designte Fleisch durch die Zufuhr von Nährlösungen aus Zucker, Aminosäuren, Fettsäuren, aber auch mit Vitaminen und Mineralstoffen.  War vor zehn Jahren die erste Zellkultur-Frikadelle noch eine Sensation, entsteht kultiviertes Fleisch mittlerweile schon im industriellen Maßstab. Allerdings bisher nur in sehr wenigen Ländern. Wie soll…

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  • Vegan Home Office

    Vegan Home Office

    For many of us, working from home has become the new normal. Perhaps it has for you, too? While we certainly enjoy the convenience of being able to work in our tracksuit bottoms and being right next to the fridge ;-), this way of working also has its very own challenges. Read on to find out about a few of them, as well as for ideas on how to deal with them and maintain your balance. And discover great vegan recipes for your lunch break!

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  • A Date with Kostja Ullmann

    A Date with Kostja Ullmann

    Whether it’s at the cinema, on Netflix or in German films, the beaming face of Kostja Ullmann with his big dark eyes is everywhere – and for good reason, because the actor has been on stage since he was 11 years old, and slips effortlessly into any role he takes on. He has featured in crime thrillers, his cinema debut, Summer Storm, as well as in My Blind Date with Life, where he played a visually impaired person, and in the 2023 Netflix dystopia Paradise. And his interests are just as varied as the films he has acted in. At…

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  • The ladybug – a gardener’s best friend

    The ladybug – a gardener’s best friend

    Nearly everybody loves ladybugs. Many a poet has serenaded them in their poetry – even the Brothers Grimm. Ladybugs have even become one of the most important symbols of luck there is. What’s more, all gardening fans count themselves very lucky if these little guys feel at home in their plant paradise. That’s why, in German, they’re also known as “Glückskäfer”, or “lucky beetles”. Just as May beetles are out in May, ladybugs are out in June… some places in Germany even celebrate ladybug festivals! Read on to find out why this is, and to learn many more astonishing facts…

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  • Meal Prep Food Trend

    Meal Prep Food Trend

    In a world where our time is precious and in which we are becoming ever more aware of the environment and where we are constantly self-optimising, a tried and tested method is experiencing a new lease of life. What was known as „preparing food“ has been given a new name suitable for Instagram: meal prep! This is planning, preparing and pre-cooking meals in an efficient, healthy and contemporary way. There is an element of genius that simplifies your everyday life. This food trend „vegan meal prep“ not only combines the practical needs of modern life, but also the ethical convictions…

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  • Meet Anne Menden

    Meet Anne Menden

    Die-hard fans of long-running German soap opera Gute Zeiten, Schlechte Zeiten (GZSZ – “Good Times, Bad Times”) know actress Anne Menden as the character Emily Höfer/Badak/Wiedmann. While her character is known for being moody and having a turbulent life, actress Anne Menden couldn’t be more different. She’s a woman with clear values, and plenty of commitment to them. We were very happy to be able to interview her, and find out a little bit more about what plays the leading role in her life… VELIVERY: Hi Anne, it’s great to be able to talk to you! We have to be…

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