Forgoing animal products doesn't mean missing out on warming comfort food. These recipes will nourish your body and your soul on World Vegan Day on 1 November.
You don't have to be a committed herbivore to celebrate World Vegan Day. Plant-based eating has become so mainstream there is now even a three-Michelin star vegan restaurant. Daniel Humm's Eleven Madison Park in New York became the first vegan establishment to be awarded the coveted three-star rating just last month.
It's not just the rarified world of starred restaurants that have embraced veganism – although there are plenty of acclaimed eateries that have made the shift. You can find out which cities are home to the most plant-based restaurants here. Equally, no self-respecting cafe would now fail to offer an oat or nut milk alternative for a latte or flat white and there is a growing market for vegan wines.
A diet of nuts, vegetables, fruit and legumes is sometimes seen as a little austere by committed carnivores, especially when the mercury drops. No juicy steaks? No crispy roast chicken or braised beef casserole? Never fear: eating vegan doesn't mean comfort food is off the menu. If you're cooking for friends, we guarantee serving up 'Butter Chicken' and Peanut Butter & Chocolate Cups will have even meat lovers asking for seconds.
So this World Vegan Day, take inspiration from our favourite recipes below, whether you're craving a spicy curry, hearty bowl of soup or sweet snack.
The Falstaff team wishes you lots of fun and success in the kitchen!
