The bus rumbles as its carriage meanders through a muddy track towards Elpitiya Plantations on the outskirts of Kandy in central Sri Lanka. Intricately measured rows of tea plants carpet the lush hillside under a grey sky that’s threatening a downpour at any moment. Along the track, I inch closer to the Tea Plantation Workers […]
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Sri Lanka is a small country where human and Asian elephant populations try to co-exist. With so many people (about 20 million) and disappearing natural habitat, the Asian elephant population of approximately 4,000 is struggling to survive. As reported by the Elemotion Foundation, a non-profit organisation working to improve the lives of Asian elephants, up
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The island nation of Sri Lanka is one that prides itself on its national dish of rice and curry. Sri Lanka is placed in good stead geographically; a strategic ‘pit-stop’ on the historic spice trade route from centuries past. Prolific spice trading occurred in Sri Lanka, as it was the perfect spot connecting the Middle
Hands Up for Vegan Rice and Curry in Sri Lanka! Read More »
Poya Day is one of the most auspicious days of Sri Lanka’s calendar and one of the most celebrated days when you can enjoy a gigantic all-vegan feast at Mount Lavinia Hotel in Colombo. This is one of, if not the vegan food experience to try when you’re in Colombo. Poya Day is the name
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Vegan markets are sprouting up all over Australia and there are a plethora of vegan businesses vying for stall-space. Currently, people choosing a vegan lifestyle is accelerating at an unprecedented rate and you’d think that there are many who would be flocking to vegan markets regularly. Community is at the forefront of the vegan lifestyle.
Australia’s Vegan Markets Need You. Here’s Why… Read More »
It’s International Chocolate Day on Sunday this weekend, and Melbourne is not short on supply of vegan chocolate options. I must admit, chocolate is one of my favourite foods and I’m always stumbling across delicious chocolatey vegan desserts, hot drinks, gelato and blocks or morsels in my vegan travels. The basics of chocolate – cacao
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Travelling the vegan road is one filled with tasty twists and turns, though it’s not often when two vegan roads merge into one. This is true for vegan restaurateurs, Kat Wang and Mike Dodd of Woking Amazing. As many vegans in Melbourne will attest, Woking Amazing is just that. Go to any Melbourne vegan festival,
Two Vegan Food Roads, One Woking Amazing Journey Read More »
Heading to the Mornington Peninsula for a beachside getaway? Just over an hour’s drive south east of Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula is a picturesque getaway destination. Beachside fun in the summer months, and nature walks through native bushland in the cooler months, the Mornington Peninsula affords travellers all the relaxation they need. Part of that
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The travel quote ‘home is where the heart is’ rings no truer than for Melbourne Michelin star chef Mark Ebbels. A native of Melbourne’s outer eastern region, Mark has travelled the globe to hone his skills and articulate his talents as a chef. Mark completed his training and started his career in Melbourne’s Yarra Valley
Coming Full Circle: An Interview with TarraWarra Head Chef Mark Ebbels Read More »
Years ago, before I was vegan, I hosted a Good Friday lunch for my boyfriend’s family. It took me hours to prepare the meal, and I was so excited to share my creations. Not long after they arrived my boyfriend’s brother asked: “Does this have meat in it?” I responded with an enquiring “yes”. What
Reshape Tradition and Eat Vegan in Melbourne this Easter Read More »
