V for Life

16/05/2026

Sweet, savoury or somewhere in between – how do you enjoy walnuts and biscuits?

Chef Claire shares her favourite ways to celebrate Walnut Day and Biscuit Day, from classic pairings to simple baking inspiration.

Read more: vegetarianforlife.org.uk/blog/post/crunch-crumble-and-celebrate-walnut-day-and-biscuit-day-in-may-2026

Tell us your go-to biscuit below 👇

05/05/2026

Some days, it’s not the cooking – it’s the washing up afterwards.

In the latest episode of Cook This When…, we gave our four chefs one simple brief:

What do you cook when washing up feels like too much?

No preparation. Just their immediate ideas.

Watch the latest episode here:
https://youtu.be/B0dMXKqYpl4

What do you cook when washing up feels like too much?In this episode of Cook This When…, our four chefs take on the same challenge:Create a comforting meal w...

30/04/2026

Sometimes you don’t need a celebration meal – just something that feels comforting, nourishing, and easy.

In our latest Cook This When… challenge, we asked our four chefs one simple question:

What do you cook when you want to feel looked after?

No preparation. Just their immediate ideas.

Watch the latest episode here: https://youtu.be/mxfWZr1dauc?is=SVCq3XbYN4Otjowx

COOK THIS WHEN you want to feel LOOKED AFTER | VEGAN comfort food | Chef challenge

16/04/2026

National Tea Day is nearly here.

If you’re planning to mark it on 21 April, now’s a great time to start thinking about your tea and cake spread.

From a classic Victoria sponge to a rich chocolate cheesecake, our Vegan Baking Guide is full of ideas to help you create something everyone can enjoy.

Simple swaps, big impact – and no one misses out.

Take a look and start planning: https://vforlife.org.uk/resources/publications/vegan-baking

Who would you invite for tea and cake?

Discover how to create a range of tasty vegan bakes – from light, airy sponges, to traditional puddings, and eggless meringue. To purcha...

15/04/2026

A birthday card… but make it grow.

Our charity seed-embedded cards bloom into wildflowers when planted.

3 for £10 or 6 for £18 – no code needed, discount applied at checkout.

Thoughtful, sustainable, and a little bit magical.

https://vforlife.org.uk/shop/category/gift-ideas

07/04/2026

A healthy, sustainable food system starts with plant-rich diets.

As the Government develops its Good Food Cycle strategy, we’re proud to support the Ten Point Plan for Plant-Rich Diets alongside 50+ organisations working to encourage healthier, more sustainable food choices.

Better food should be accessible to everyone – at every stage of life.

Find out more and add your voice:

To meet the goals of its Food Strategy, the government must act to increase production and consumption of plant-rich diets in the UK.

01/04/2026

Today we're celebrating the 7th work anniversary of Claire, our Roving Chef (Scotland).

From consistently demonstrating amazing dishes to bringing energy and humour to the team, you’ve been an important part of everything we do. And of course, this year you took things to another level with your appearance on The Chase – proving your talents go well beyond the kitchen (we’re still impressed!)

Thank you for everything you’ve brought over the past 7 years – here’s to many more successes ahead.

24/03/2026

Cooking should fit around real life – not the other way round.

In our latest Cook This When… challenge, four chefs respond to one brief: What do you cook when standing for too long isn’t an option?

Their ideas are thoughtful, practical, and full of comfort.

Watch Episode 2:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FO6QM9GJd1U

What do you cook when standing for too long just isn’t an option?In this episode of Cook This When…, our four chefs again take on the same brief. Responding ...

23/03/2026

Vegan cooking should be about celebration – not substitution, argues VfL Roving Chef, Claire.

Discover how to layer flavour, play with texture, and create vibrant plant-based dishes that truly satisfy in her latest blog: https://vforlife.org.uk/blog/post/the-joy-of-creative-vegan-cooking

19/03/2026

Spring is all about fresh ideas and new voices.

In the latest eBites, we’re inviting older vegans and vegetarians to share the stories behind their lifestyle choices in our Veggie Voices competition. Selected stories will feature in an exhibition at the Whitworth Art Gallery this autumn.

You’ll also find practical nutrition guidance, a new digital carers’ guide, and inspiring outreach from our chefs.

Read the Spring issue and get involved today: https://mailchi.mp/vegetarianforlife/ebiteswinter26

18/03/2026

If you went into hospital tomorrow, would your dietary choices be respected?

For Nutrition and Hydration Week, we spoke to hospital catering leaders about vegan and vegetarian meals in the NHS.

Featuring experts from NHS England and Royal Free Hospital.

Watch here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fB2SfFbyo0s&t=4s

If you went into hospital tomorrow, would you be served meat – even if you’re vegan or vegetarian?To mark Nutrition and Hydration Week, we bring you an essen...