10 Animal Sanctuaries in Oz

10 Animal Sanctuaries in OZ

Be Kind to Animals Week

Be Kind to Animals Week (1-7 Oct) is a time to reflect on the importance of being kind to animals. Organised by Edgar’s Mission, this week aims to demonstrate how simple changes and acts of kindness can create a better world for animals of all species.

Australia is lucky to have so many incredible sanctuaries and farms that are rescuing abused, abandoned, and neglected animals and providing them a safe, loving home. Many allow you to help out by donating, adopting, or volunteering your time and skills. Check out this list of 10 incredible animal sanctuaries around OZ.

Where Pigs Fly Farm Sanctuary, Wollombi, NSW
Where Pigs Fly is a sanctuary dedicated to the shelter and care of farmed animals in need. They have saved over 180 rescue animals from cases of severe abuse, neglect, or abandonment. Each animal is named based on its distinctive personalities such as Bubbles the Pig or Shirley the Sheep. Visit their site to find out about attending a sanctuary tour (currently on hold), volunteering, or sponsoring a furry friend.

The Owl & The PussyCat Farm, Byron Bay, NSW
This family-run sanctuary by the sea provides a loving haven for all sorts of rescued farm animals to live out their days in peace and kindness. In addition to permanent residents, their ongoing rescue efforts include providing emergency accommodation, foster care, and rehabilitation/rehoming of neglected and unwanted beings. Click the link in their bio to see how you can help them out or plan a visit.

Little Oak Sanctuary, Canberra, ACT
Creating a compassionate world for animals is the mission at Little Oak Sanctuary. Not only do they provide refuge for animals but actively work to educate the public about issues faced by animals in Australia. Little Oak hosts regular open days, volunteering sessions, kid’s programs, and private tours. Their animal sponsorship also makes the perfect gift for any animal lover.

Plumfield Farm, Rural Victoria, VIC
Plumfield Farm was started in 2017 by the owners of the Mornington Peninsula’s first 100% vegan café and store, Wombat Cafe. Their farm is now home to over 100 rescued farm animals, including pigs, horses, chickens, and cows. When customers dine at Wombat Café & Store, their money is helping save these animals from death row. Follow their journey on their Instagram page.

Edgar’s Mission Animal Sanctuary, Lancefield, VIC
Nestled in the tranquillity of the Macedon Ranges, Edgar’s Mission is a not-for-profit sanctuary that seeks to create a humane and just world for all. Many of their animals have endured lives of misery in factory farms where they live without sunshine, freedom, or hope. There are lots of ways to help through volunteering, donating, adopting, sponsoring, or running a fundraiser. Visit their website to find out more.

Brightside Farm Sanctuary, Cygnet, TAS
Brightside Farm is a voice for the voiceless. They rescue and re-home hundreds of animals each year including about 300 rescued dogs. Brightside also educates, advocates, and campaigns for farm and companion animals, and offers both virtual and physical adoptions. Go online to meet their animals and explore other ways to support them.

Furever Farm, Rockleigh, SA
The vision at Furever Farm is simple – love and care for the rescued, and a commitment to do it against all odds. This sanctuary is home to 80 animals, sheep, goats, full-grown ‘bobby calves’, ex-racing horses, ducks, chickens, and pigs. There are lots of ways to support them such as visiting for an overnight stay, making a donation, volunteering, or purchasing animal portraits from their online store.

Greener Pastures Sanctuary, Waroona, WA
Set on 100 acres of blissful countryside, Greener Pastures is a family-run Sanctuary for animals who have been neglected, abandoned, mistreated, abused, and rescued from slaughter. It’s a place where animals get to really live and are loved just as much as any pet. Visit their page to meet the residents and find out about how you can get involved.

Mini Tails Sanctuary, Sunshine Coast, QLD
Run by the team behind Cafe Vie, Mini Tails is a sanctuary that believes every animal has a story and deserves a happy ending. They provide proper medical treatment and love to all the precious souls that come to their farm and most importantly help them find a place to call home. They have over 65 animals in residence including alpacas, donkeys, ponies, and various feathered friends. Support them by donating online or via their donation box at Cafe Vie.

Farm Animal Rescue, Dayboro, QLD
Farm Animal Rescue is creating a world of compassion through its rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming program. They show injured and unwell farm animals peace and kindness, nursing each back to health and then helping them find a forever home. They also advocate for the animals and aim to educate the community on how they can help create change. Read the stories of their animals or find out how to help on their website.

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5 Avo Dishes To Try in Melbourne

5 Avo Dishes To Try in Melbourne

Get it in ya

Avocado on toast has long been a staple vegan breakfast. However, there are now so many fun and exciting ways to enjoy this magical ingredient. Here are five avocado dishes you have to go try in Melbourne:

Health Self Co – signature avo smash
It’s time to get smashed! Hit up Healthy Self Co for a serve of their signature edamame, pea, and lemon zest AVO smash. It’s got all your favourites made vegan including marinated feta, a fried egg and lemon cashew drizzle. You’ll be licking the plate, it’s just that good.

Conscious Cravings Co. – NOM-lette with guacamole
This next dish is about to GUAC your world. Introducing Conscious Cravings Co famous NOM-elette! This cruelty-free classic is stuffed with mushies, spinach, broccolini, tomatoes, and cheese and served with a generous side of fresh guacamole. Just AVO look at that.

Wombat Cafe – breaky bowl
You know you’re gonna AVO good weekend after a trip to Wombat Cafe. Their breaky bowl is packed with goodies including tofu scramble, crispy potatoes, fermented veg, vegan sausages, crispy kale, mushrooms, and of course, a hunky chunk of avo. This is one smashing good feed!

Admiral Cheng Ho – smashed avo
Say HASS queen because we’ve found another epic avo dish to add to your list. This smashed avo dish from Admiral Cheng Ho is out of this world. It’s got some much green goodness and the avocado is stacked nice and high. Holy guacamole, we need this now!

Token Toasties – cheese and avo toastie
All you need is LOAF…and a serving of Token Toasties’ 3 cheese and avo toastie with a side of crispy onion rings. Picture two pieces of bread packed with truffle oil, mozzarella, cheddar, parmesan, and avocado. Trust us, it really is as good as it sounds. This week’s lunch plans are now sorted.

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5 Avo Dishes To Try in Sydney

5 Avo Dishes To Try in Sydney

get it in ya

Avocado on toast has long been a staple vegan breakfast. However, there are now so many fun and exciting ways to enjoy this magical ingredient. Here are five avocado dishes you have to go try in Sydney:

Mejico, CBD – table-smashed guac with plantain chips
This next dish is about to GUAC your world. Mejico is making guacamole GOURMET with their table-smashed guac served with plantain chips. That’s right – this avocado masterpiece will be made right in front of your eyes. In goes the red onion, chilli & lime, and out comes the freshest guacamole you could dream of. Enjoy with a cheeky margarita (or three) and let the night live on…

Smalls Deli – AL GREEN sandwich
All you need is LOAF…and a serving of Smalls Deli’s AL GREEN sando. Picture a panini packed with kale puree, avocado, iceberg, granny smith apple, alfalfa, pepita, and vegan green goodness. Trust us, it really is as good as it sounds. Consider this week’s lunch plans sorted.

Buddha Bowl Cafe – nacho burrito
What do you get when you combine two of the world’s greatest foods? Introducing the new NACHO BURRITO from Buddha Bowl Cafe This epic breakfast snack tastes like a Mexican fiesta in your mouth. Every bite will leave you wanting more and wishing you’d ordered an extra side of AVO. PS: yes, it has corn chips inside!

Cuckoo Callay – potato croquet in an avocado bun
Say HASS queen because Cuckoo Callay has a dedicated AVOCADO MENU! This avo-fuelled menu has some super tasty vego options such as the spiced potato croquet in an avocado burger bun. It’s innovative, exciting, and 100% DELISH. Save us a bite.

7th Heaven – smashed avo with vegan egg
You know you’re gonna AVO good weekend after a trip to 7th Heaven Cafe. Their VEGAN smashed avo will literally take you to heaven with its mouth-watering miso dressing, chimichurri, homemade dukkah, and tofu feta. Be sure to also add on a vegan poached egg that looks and tastes just like the real thing. This is one smashing good feed.

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5 Best Vegan Fast Food Options

5 Best Vegan Fast Food Options

Get Your Fix

Sometimes we’re all in need of a comforting and fast meal. Lucky for us, many of the big fast-food chains are now offering pretty mouthwatering vegan eats. Check out our top five vegan fast food options:

Zeus Street Greek – plant-based pitas and bowls
Zeus Street Greek has stolen a PITA our heart with their new plant-based protein menu. Their “lamb” and “chicken” pitas and bowls are food fit for the gods. They’re bursting with those flavours you know and love, and will have you ordering rounds 2, 3, and 4. Fast food that nourishes the heart, soul AND stomach!

MadMex – plant based nachos and burritos
There’s no need to be mad about missing out on your junk food faves because Mad Mex has a plant-based range that’s made just for you. Burritos, tacos, nachos, you name it…whatever you want, they’ve got it in plant-based form. We’re mad about their spicy vegan chicken burrito, baja BBQ naked bowl, and veggie rancheros with tofu filling. So many good fillings to try. Plus, order on #MeatFreeMonday and you’ll get $2 off your meal. YES PLEASE!

Crust – BBQ pulled jackfruit pizza
Here’s one fast-food favourite that you KNEAD-TO-KNOW about. The vegan BBQ pulled jackfruit pizza from Crust is out of this world. We’re talking a tomato base loaded with Spanish onions, roasted capsicum, vegan aioli, parsley, chilli and smothered with vegan cheese. It’s smoky, creamy, and oh so YUM! Plus, you’d never even know it’s vegan. Please save us a slice.

Grill’d – plant-based burger range
You’re bound to have a WHOPPING good feed after a visit to Grill’d. They’re making #MeatFreeMonday so easy with their plant-based burger range that really packs a punch. Go beyond with their plant-based burger that tastes like meat or opt for their veggie-packed patties, which really do hold their own. These are not only good for your body but good for Mother Earth too. PS: treat yourself to 2-for-1 burgers on #MeatFreeMondays.

Lord of the Fries – burgers, dogs and fries
Lord of the Fries is the champions of the vegan junk food world. They’ve been serving up the best fries and award-winning burgers and dogs since 2004. There’s something to suit every taste bud, plus everything’s 100% vegan. We recommend the Phish and Parma burgers, along with a side of mac and cheese balls and some loaded fries. Don’t forget that deluxe Mexican sauce to squeeze on top. Oh, and did we mention they also do vegan milkshakes? This place is an absolute crowd pleaser!

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5 Best Vegan Chocolates

5 Best Vegan Chocolates

Treat Yo'self!

Chocolate is no joke. We’d have it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner if we could. Here are our top five vegan chocolate brands to support:

Treat Dreams
Treat dreams are made of this … Satisfy your sweet tooth with some of Treat Dreams’ cruelty-free chocolates. They make all your favourites but with a vegan twist, and using fair and direct trade chocolate. If you can only pick one thing, make sure to try the cream egg, but there are tons of chocolate bars, bears, boxes, and boozy chocs for you to check out too. You’ll be left wanting a chocoLOT more.

Pana Organic
Do not PANAic! We’ve got another planet-friendly chocolate recommendation for you to try. Pana Organic is one of the OG players in the vegan chocolate world. They now sell a delicious range of chocolate, frozen desserts, spreads, baking products, and drink blends. With flavours like peanut caramel, strawberry and pistachio, and golden comb, you’re absolutely spoilt for choice. We love them and we know you will too!

Loco Love
We’ve got a whole LOCO love for Loco Love Chocolate. Their chocolates combine decadent indulgence with high-vibe health consciousness to create chocolate with benefits. Everything is organic, refined sugar-free, vegan, and made with good vibrations. Go for their hazelnut praline and butter caramel pecan, or spice things up with their chocolate chilli hearts. No matter what you choose, you’ll feel a burst of love and joy in every bite.

Pico
Our next PICkO for top quality vegan chocolate is from the legends at Pico Chocolate. Pico lives and breathe the art of chocolate and has made a range of premium choccies like you’ve never tasted before. Their classic sea salt and salted caramel are hard to go past but the super dark with 85% cocoa is definitely worth a try. The ultimate treat yourself (because you definitely deserve it)!

Loving Earth
We can’t say no to a melt-in-your-mouth chocolate block from Loving Earth These masterminds are determined to deliver healthy indulgence in a way that is good for the planet. Their choccie blocks are organic and plant-based, plus they go the extra mile by making them in a solar-powered factory and wrapping them in compostable packaging. They’ve got lemon cheesecake chocolate bars, cashew mylk eggs, chocolate cluster buckinis, hazelnut chocolate butter, drinking chocolate…you name it. There’s something for every day of the week!

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5 Top Vegan Cookbooks

5 Top Vegan Cookbooks

level-up your kitchen

A plant-based diet doesn’t have to be boring.Here ares five of our favourite cookbooks that demonstrate how simple, easy, and affordable a vegan diet can be. All the recipes are so delicious and you’ll be left feeling so inspired. Bring on the dinner parties!

Deliciously Ella: Quick & Easy
Deliciously Ella is the queen of the vegan cooking world. Her newest cookbook Quick & Easy proves that plant-based cooking doesn’t have to be difficult or time-consuming. The recipes are split into seven sections, including delicious breakfasts, lunches, 10-minute meals, 20-minute meals, big batches, and weekend cooking. There’s everything from easy toast-toppers to portable bars and family noodle bowls. Each recipe really is as good as the next and will have you cooking them on repeat!

Bosh: Simple Recipes, Amazing Food, All Plants
Hands up if you love ridiculously good plant-based food combined with a little light-hearted fun! Simple Recipes, Amazing Food, All Plants is about to become your new best friend. The Bosh duo’s latest cookbook has over 150 incredibly easy and outrageously tasty plant meals for you to test. From clean-eating crowd-pleasers like the guacamole potato salad to the most indulgent vegan junk food like vegan kebabs, this cookbook is perfect for vegan newbies and veterans alike. This is one purchase you won’t regret!

Ellie Bullen: The Global Vegan
Beat those travel blues by getting your hands on Ellie Bullen’s Global Vegan cookbook. Each recipe is inspired by Elsa’s travels around the world and is exploding with colour and flavour. From Indian aloo jeera to Japanese spicy ramen and Portuguese custard tarts, the recipes are just SO GOOD. This cookbook is guaranteed to become your newest kitchen essential.

Shannon Martinez: Vegan With Bite
Vegans will need no introduction to Shannon Martinez, Australia’s #1 vegan chef. She’s championed change in the Australian plant-based dining scene and her book is helping home cooks do the same. Vegan With Bite is everything you would expect and more! There are over 80 thoughtful but easy meals that prove meat-free, dairy-free doesn’t have to be boring and predictable. French toast, laksa, and apple pie are some of our favourite recipes but tbh we are obsessed with them all.

Tammy Fry: Made with Love & Plants
This next cookbook is perfect for anyone looking to transition to a plant-based diet. Made with Love & Plants is not only a recipe book, but it’s also a holistic guide to living your best life. The cookbook is jam-packed with over 75 wholesome recipes, lifestyle tips, plant-based pantry lists, meal plans, and budgeting tips. Who needs a life coach when you’ve got Tammy Fry?

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Indigenous Businesses to Support

Indigenous Businesses to Support

NAIDOC week

NAIDOC Week runs from 4-11th of July and celebrates the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. From coffee to skincare, here are eight Indigenous businesses to support this NAIDOC Week.

Kara Meta (Mabu Mabu)
Nornie Bero is a talented and inspirational Komet woman who is head chef and owner of Mabu Mabu. Under the label Kara Meta, she sells a range of handmade teas, spices, and sauces that celebrate Indigenous and tropical flavours. Everything is GF and vegan, such as their wattle seed hot chocolate or strawberry gum spice mix. Order these online or drop into the Yarraville cafe where you can also enjoy some delicious Indigenous-inspired food.

Native Elements
Native Elements are another Indigenous-owned, natural skincare company. Their products are hand-made in Australia in small batches to ensure the freshest and fullest shelf life. The ingredients are sustainably sourced from across Australia and hand bottled in the Clarence Valley. They’ve got native moisturises, cleansers, serums, and clay masks. Everything you could want for glowing skin, that doesn’t cost the earth.

Lillipad Cafe, Sydney
Lillipad Cafe is a cosy Glebe cafe with a mission to create a space where everyone feels welcome. Owners Nyoka and Laszio Hrabinsky have created a flexible menu to match that celebrate First Nation flavours, such as their waffles with riberries and desert island muesli with wattle seed, cinnamon myrtle, and macadamia. All eggs and meats can be substituted with vegan options, such as their eggs benedict. Get around these legends.

Lowana Skincare
Lowana is a natural skincare brand made with the planet in mind. This incredible Indigenous-owned business heroes native Australian plant-based ingredients in their products, and everything is vegan and packaged in recycled bottles. They’ve got moisturisers, face masks, eye creams, you name it! We love them and we know you will too. Shop online via their website or on Nourished Life.

Gulbarn Tea
Gulbarn Tea is a wild-harvested, herbal tea brand, co-founded by Alawa people and hand-picked on Alawa Country in the Northern Territory. It has been used as ancient bush medicine for thousands of years by Alawa people to heal coughs, colds, and stomach aches. Their tea is high in antioxidants, caffeine-free, and possesses a mild flavour of sweet citrus, tea tree, and eucalyptus. Order it online via their website.

My Dilly Bag
My Dilly Bag was started 20 years ago by Aunty Dale Chapman. She’s on a mission to bring awareness to the oldest living culture in the world – the Australian Aboriginal culture and is doing so through sharing delicious Australian native foods. My Dilly Bag stocks a range of bush foods, which are grown and harvested by Aboriginal artisan creators. Vegan offerings include their wattle seed and onion marmalade, Davidson plum jam, saffron, and lemon myrtle tagliatelle, and earth spice dukkah. Shop online via their website.

Willow & Co
Willow Organics is an Indigenous-owned and vegan-friendly skin and hair care brand. They have repackaged old Aboriginal remedies into modern beauty, with a range of charcoal, clay, and ochre products. Favourites include their eucalyptus bath bombs, bush balms, and Kakadu Plum soups. Shop online via their website.

DHUWA Coffee
Dhuwa Coffee is an Indigenous-owned coffee brand that aims to use coffee as a way to share stories, build bonds, and nourish relationships. DHUWA means ‘to feel alive’ in Bidjara language and they have branded their coffee as ‘reconciliation in a cup’. You can purchase their coffee in Woolworths, with 5c per product being donated to Dreaming Futures.

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10 New Vegan Supermarket Products to Try

Vegan Supermarket Products

ten new products to try

Walking up and down the supermarket is an adventure with the amount of new vegan products that are popping up. Here are ten new vegan supermarket products to try that you can find in the big stores across Australia:

Woolworths’ Vanilla Lotus Biscoff Cake
All you sweet tooths better watch out because we’ve found your next guilty pleasure. Woolworths’ new Vanilla Cake with Lotus Biscoff topping is the ultimate budget-friendly version of an all-time favourite dessert. Word on the street is that it’s even better than Woolies’ famous mudcake.

Health Lab’s New Bliss Balls
Growing up doesn’t have to be so vanilla… Indulge in the nostalgia of your childhood with Health Lab’s new range of bliss balls. Their Peanut Butter Jelly and Aussie Lamington Jam Filled Balls are available in the health aisle at Woolworths. Make sure to stock up in case you have a snaccident and eat them all in one go.

vEEF’s Plant-Based Bacon Bits
Add a powerful punch to your plate with vEEF’s crispy “Bacon” bits. They’ve got that smoky flavour you love and are the perfect addition to your next pasta dish or salad. The only challenge now is resisting the urge to eat every last crumb by the spoonful.

Pana Organic’s New Chocolate Bars
Stop scrolling and listen up. Pana Organic has released not one but two new bars. We’re talking Mylk Golden Comb and Peanut Caramel. Stash up now at your local Woolworths for those late nights when you need a choccy hit.

Sheese’s Tasty Style Cheese Slices
Sweet dreams are made of cheese. Be sure to check out Sheese’s new Tasty Style Slices, available at Coles and Woolworths. It melts like heaven and is an absolute gamechanger for your next toasted sandwich.

Oatly’s Ice Creams
Start screaming because Oatly’s ice creams have hit the Australian shores. Their smooth, light, and creamy ice creams come in vanilla, chocolate, and mint chip, and taste just like the real thing (but even better). Stock up from Coles.

Four N Twenty’s Meat Free Pies and Sausage Rolls
There’s nothing quite like a pie fresh out of the oven. You can now enjoy the piping hot goodness of our national dish with Four N Twenty’s Meat Free Pies and Sausage Rolls. The perfect 2am post-party snack or 2pm late lunch. Available from Coles and Woolworths.

So Delicious’ New Yogurt Range
You asked, they listened… So Delicious has just released a tempting range of new snackable yogurts and there’s a flavour to suit everyone. They’re creamy, decadent, and 100% delicious. Find them at Woolworths.

V2 Food’s Bolognese Sauce
We’re always in the mood for a big bowl of spaghetti and V2 Food’s Bolognese sauce makes life that much easier. There’s no need to sacrifice your old favorites but instead explore the pastabilities with V2’s epic plant-based meat alternatives. Available at Coles supermarkets nationwide.

Ruffies’ Butterless Chicken
After a long day at work, you want nothing more than to come home to a warm and comforting meal. Ruffie’s have released a Butter Chicken-less ready-made meal that’s a vibrant and flavoursome twist on an Indian culinary favourite. Buy it from Woolworths and then enjoy it from the comfort of your own couch.

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Top 5 Vegan Subscription Boxes

Top 5 Vegan Subscription Boxes

Treat Yourself

Subscription boxes are the best. They’re like a present delivered directly to your door every single month. Here’s a roundup of our top five best vegan subscription boxes in Australia. Treat yourself or treat a loved one. It’s hard not to become obsessed.

Flora and Fauna Seasonal Vegan Beauty Box
Australia’s home of clean beauty is here to bring you make-up gurus and skincare-loving humans the ultimate vegan’s dream. The Flour and Fauna Seasonal Vegan Beauty Box is packed with over $115 worth of goodies that allow you to sample the best the natural beauty world has to offer. It’s the best way for vegans to explore new names and revisit highly beloved older ones. All that’s required of you is to get excited, open the box, and lap up the luxury. But be warned, these boxes sell out fast!

The Vegan Box
No matter if you are vegan, transitioning, or simply trying to embrace a more planet-friendly lifestyle, we think everyone is in need of a little kindness. We’ve found another hidden treasure packed with vegan goodies to make your heart smile. The Vegan Box is full of 5-8 cruelty-free snacks, skincare, and lifestyle products. They also feature a bi-monthly Vegan Beauty Box bursting with the best natural, organic, and cruelty-free beauty and skincare products. So much fun!

GoodnessMe Box
At GoodnessMe Box, it’s cool to eat well and nourish your bod. Their monthly health boxes are consciously curated with 7-10 natural and GMO-free health food products, ranging from vegan chocolate and granola to veggie chips and gut-friendly beverages. These boxes are packed with so much love and the ultimate “treat yoself!”

Cruelty-Free Shops’ Vegan Mystery Box
If you’re vegan, then it’s likely you’re no stranger to the Vegan Grocery Store. These legends have a super awesome Vegan Mystery Box containing 8-10 vegan versions of your favourite products, including superfoods, treats, recipes, and pantry essentials. It’s like Christmas on your doorstep every single month!

Biome Box
Let us introduce you to Australia’s only palm oil-free, vegan, and ethical lifestyle box, the Biome Stores Box. The boxes are seasonal and stocked with some of the best cosmetics and skincare. Plus, they’re reusable and Australian-made. The surprise of what’s inside will have you sleeping with one eye open!

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5 Best Vegan Cheese Brands

5 Best Vegan Cheese Brands

Our Top Picks

Giving up cheese is one of the top reasons stopping people from transitioning to a plant-based diet. However, there are so many vegan cheeses on the market now that are just as awesome as the real thing. Meet our top five vegan cheese brands:

Hello Friends Food
Give a wave to Hello Friends Food. The legends behind this brand have invented a cheese that’s ethical, honest and delicious. A win-win situation for all! Their handcrafted cheeses are completely nut and gluten-free, setting them apart from most vegan nut-based cheeses. If you’re looking to impress, we recommend getting a slab of their fresh mozzarella and halloumi. Available for purchase via their online shop.

Vegan Dairy
Fruit and pistachio, Persian feta, chilli chives…we’re drooling over all the delicious cheese flavours available from the creative geniuses The Vegan Dairy. These masterminds have nailed the taste, texture and presentation of all their cheeses, and you might just find yourself eating it by the spoon. Cheese to that! Find it in your local Harris Farm.

Artisa
Sweet dreams are made of cheese…especially when they’re from Artisa. Their simple cheeses celebrate the flavours of Tasmania and you’ll find some funky flavourings including pepper berry, vine ash and fennel pollen. They look good, taste good and are good for you. We can guarantee these cheeses will get you talking. You can find them at The Vegan Grocery Store (in Glebe or Fitzroy)

Yay!
Hip hip hoorYAY! If you need cheese to impress your non-vegan mates, then serve them up some of Yay Foods Vegan marinated vegan feta with garlic and rosemary. This feta has taken the vegan cheese world by storm with its tangy zest and melt-in-the-mouth texture. It really doesn’t get much feta than this! Available from The Vegan Grocery Store.

Dilectio
Spice up your next cheese board with some of Dilectio Gourmet’s rich and creamy cashew-based cheeses. You can’t go past the ashed chèvre or classic camembert. The unmistakable dairy cheese flavour will trick your friends into thinking that they’re eating the real thing. Cheese the day by serving it up on your next spread. Find them in select Harris Farm stores.

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