World Vegan Month is celebrated every November around the world as an opportunity to shed light on the benefits of a plant-based lifestyle. World Vegan Month is a time for education, breaking stereotypes, and discussion. But ultimately, it is a time to celebrate with tasty vegan foods and bring people together for a worthy cause. Check out the guide below for six ways to celebrate World Vegan Month.
1. Support a vegan business.
Supporting vegan businesses is a great way to celebrate World Vegan Month. Many of these vegan-friendly businesses even offer customers discounts to mark the occasion. Even more than that, when you choose to buy vegan, you are helping to keep these impactful businesses going. So check out your local vegan restaurants, cafes, or retail stores to show your support this month.
2. Watch a vegan documentary.
Take your next movie night to another level with a vegan documentary. Many new and old documentaries illustrate the benefits of changing to a plant-based diet, from the health benefits to environmental and ethical reasons. World Vegan Month is the perfect time to learn a few things about veganism and its impact on your health and the world.
3. Make vegan versions of your favorite foods for Thanksgiving.
Make this Thanksgiving holiday a healthier and more ethical one by making plant-based versions of your favorite dishes for the whole family. This simple change can be a great way to introduce many people to the deliciousness and simplicity of vegan foods. Whip up your favorite mashed potato recipe using non-dairy butter and non-dairy milk, roast up some veggies to serve on the side, and complete the meal with a Tofurky Roast that will satisfy any turkey craving.
4. Challenge yourself to take the Pledge to Go Vegan.
World Vegan Month is an excellent time to take the vegan pledge and dive into veganism for 30 days. In addition to the vegan pledge sign-up, PETA offers “How to Go Vegan” on their website; this step-by-step guide shows you what to buy at the grocery store, how to plan your meals, and where/how to order vegan at restaurants. You can also sign up to receive a starter kit or sign up for a vegan mentor for more support.
5. Hold a vegan taste test for your non-vegan friends.
Vegan foods usually come with a stigma surrounding them, preventing many people from even trying them. However, plant-based alternatives have come a long way in the past five years, and you can find them in most restaurants and grocery stores. Take this opportunity to break down those barriers and put together a spread of your friends’ favorite foods but veganized, so they can see just how simple plant-based swaps can be.
6. Bake vegan treats to celebrate.
Celebrate World Vegan Month with vegan versions of your favorite treats. There are so many tasty vegan recipes to be tried; you won’t even miss the dairy and eggs. Bring these delicious desserts to work to share or bring to your next family gathering for a treat everyone will love.
