Justine de Jonge

I’m a freelance vegan travel writer and blogger based in Melbourne, Australia. Fire & Tea is my destination where I can help you find the joy of vegan in your travels. Fire & Tea is also a map of my personal journey into becoming vegan, especially while on the road, and slipping into the vegan way of life.

The Lamb Care Australia Vegan Bake Sale: Meet the Vegan Bakers and Makers

Lamb Care Australia’s first vegan bake sale fundraiser for 2023 is on Saturday April 22 at The Vegan Grocery Store in Fitzroy. To help with the fundraising, some of Melbourne’s tastiest vegan bakers and makers are donating their treats. All funds raised from the sale will help the organisation save more lambs this year. So, […]

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Voila! 10 Vegetables that are In Season in Australia Now

We all know that vegetables grown in-season are the best for us. But did you know what’s in season here in Australia right now? Locally grown and sourced vegetables that are in season are not only healthy, they are better for the environment. Plus, buying local produce supports local growers. Here are ten of the

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Let’s Travel the Vegan Road in 2023. Here’s How!

New Year, new you. Re-invent yourself. Start afresh… I know you’ve heard all the New Year clichés before. However, have you ever thought about making a change in the new year that actually makes lasting change and makes a significant difference? If you’ve been thinking about going vegan, then 2023 is definitely the year to

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Green Vibes, Strong Tribe, Long Lives: Q+A with Chrissy and Adrian of Earth to Body

Earth to Body’s mantra is “green vibes, strong tribe, long lives”. This 100% plant-based gym and café in Croydon in Melbourne’s outer east breaks traditional training norms and promotes inspiring group-based training with an immersive community spirit. Founders Chrissy and Adrian were free to chat about their vision for Earth to Body Gym and Café,

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Travel and Eat Vegan along Sydney Road in Brunswick

Brunswick is the northern cousin of vegan Fitzroy. With its own personality and tramline, Brunswick beckons Melbourne’s vegans with the promise of great vegan food. Sydney Road is dotted with many spots for a vegan meal and vegan-friendly experiences. All courses are covered! Here’s my pick of the bunch that won’t leave you hungry. Run

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For a Greater Cause: Q+A Interview with Astrella of Cause & Events

Veganism inspires people to be of service for a greater cause. Through her vegan events company Cause & Events, Astrella is doing just that in Melbourne. Astrella curates fun and inspiring fundraiser events that raise money for not-for-profit organisations and invites local vegan makers to be a part of the fun. I spoke to Astrella

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4 Cheap and Easy Vegan Food Deals in Inner City Melbourne

We all know that Melbourne is one of the most vegan-friendly cities in Australia. But where can you go for a cheap vegan food deals? Here are some of the latest cheap vegan food deals the inner city of Melbourne has to offer. There are tasty midweek vegan deals plus some sneaky offers that will

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