The vegan revolution is here to stay and now it is easier than ever to ditch animal-based foods and embrace a natural, healthier and more environmentally-friendly way of life. This updated new edition of a great classic book brings the advice on key nutrients up-to-date and, along with favourite vegan mainstays, offers new exciting recipes to prove that being vegan does not mean excluding comfort food, sweet treats, or wickedly savoury delights. The 140 recipes range from Granola Breakfast Bars and Vegetable Seaweed Dahl to Roasted Squash and Mushroom Ramen and Apple Chia Puddings - there has never been a better, and easier, time to go vegan! A complete guide to planning and enjoying a healthy vegan lifestyle for people wanting to give up meat, fish and dairy, a concise introduction advises you on key nutrients and where to find them in your food, easy-fixes for packed lunches, pitfalls to avoid when eating out and much more. Recipes include Yellow Pea and Lentil Soup; Roasted Kale Crisps; Thai Noodle Salad; Malaysian Tofu and Quinoa Laksa; Spiced Greens with Hemp Seeds; Chocolate Beetroot Cakes; and Morel, Garlic and Asparagus Focaccia.

Whether all of your guests are vegan or you are catering for a mixture of vegans and non-vegans, it can be difficult to plan courses. This book provides the solution. An informative introduction supplies the basic knowledge you need when entertaining vegan friends, from where to buy ethically-sourced ingredients to facts about alcohol. The recipes include favourite dishes from all over the world, including vegan versions of traditional dinner-party classics. The book is packed with tips and variations, giving you plenty of scope to experiment with ingredients and techniques, and full nutritional breakdowns are provided for each recipe. Each dish is illustrated with helpful step-by-step pictures, making it simple for you to plan delicious food for dinner parties that will be a hit with vegans and non-vegans alike. Throw fabulous vegan dinner parties time and time again with this collection of inspired dishes. All the courses are catered for, including elegant soups and appetizers, mouthwatering main courses, delightful side dishes and impressive desserts. Try vegan-friendly versions of classic recipes, such as Pea Soup with Garlic, Vegetable Moussaka with Tofu Topping, Vegetable Paella, Marinated Mushrooms, Tofu Berry Cheesecake, Chocolate and Orange Gateau and Apple and Walnut Strudel. This title is beautifully illustrated with over 300 photographs, including step-by-step techniques and a picture of each finished dish. Full nutritional information is provided to help you plan a balanced vegan diet.