There are so many amazing vegan options for chocolate. This is another one of my favourite brands. Plamil have a range of non-dairy options to choose from and are available from many health food shops. This is definitely my favourite bar (so far) from this brand as it is mint flavoured which is a personal favourite of mine. The chocolate is dark and decadent and the mint flavour is delicious. I have always been a fan of mint chocolate so this is perfect. You also only need a small amount of it as it is so rich so this bar is perfect to share or eat over a few days. That's the great thing about vegan chocolate you eat less as it is so rich in flavour so it lasts longer and is healthier than eating lots of milk chocolate which doesn't have the same high quality and intense flavour. I recommend this brand as they have a wide range of products. Check out the range here: https://www.plamilfoods.co.uk/chocolate

Booja Booja Fine De Champagne Truffles

Booja Booja is a brand which I have reviewed before, I love the high quality products and the beautiful packaging and design. This brand is definitely my go to place for gifts as you know you will get something beautiful that anyone will love whether vegan or not.

These Champagne truffles are another amazing product from Booja Booja, they are delicious and filling with a beautiful taste from the champagne. As with other chocolates I have tried from Booja Booja a little goes along way and the rich taste means you don't end up eating the whole box in one go, making them perfect to share or eat over a few days. 

It is clear to see that this is a luxury brand. The packaging is beautiful, making it a wonderful gift. Who wouldn't want to open this chocolate box up. 

I love the little message that comes with the chocolates, what a lovely idea. I think these might be different in every box, that's a good excuse to buy more! 

I love that fact that Booja Booja products are made in a completely dairy free environment, this is a vegan company who obviously put a lot of love and thought into their products. Everything is well thought out and looks amazing. The chocolates, along with all their products, are also organic which is great for anyone living and organic lifestyle, you don't have to give up chocolate to be healthy. 

When you finally get to the chocolate truffles, you feel like you deserve a chocolate. These look almost too good to eat. Almost. They were simply delicious and the champagne was a nice addition. Another amazing product from Booja Booja. 

Whitworths Fruit

 The fresh food isle isn't the only place to look for your fruit fix, these bags of fruit from Whitworths are perfect for baking and snacking. They tend to be sold with the baking ingredients such as flour and sugar and are perfect for adding to cakes. The handy, resealable bags mean you don't have to use all the fruit straight away. It also makes them perfect for travelling as they are small enough to bring in a bag. These dates are delicious and lovely on their own but they are perfect for baking in a sticky toffee pudding as they are already chopped and prepared. The figs are tasty and great for snacking especially if you are eating more raw food or want a healthier snack. I plan to use the dates in a recipe soon which will be on the blog soon. 

Find out more about the range at http://whitworths.co.uk/ 

Pure New Range

Pure are bringing out a range of dairy free meals that will be found in the chilled section. This is exciting as it can be hard to find vegan convenience food on the go. This is a nice change and hopefully a sign of how being vegan is getting easier by the day. These products would be good for a quick snack or lunch on the go. Look out for them in the chilled section. 

Beech's Chocolates

I got these amazing chocolates as a birthday present. They are Pineapple flavoured creams covered in dark chocolate and are an amazing vegan find. 

I had never heard of this brand and was excited to try them. They are delicious, the flavour is nice but not overpowering and they come in a lovely box making it a perfect gift. 

I was impressed with the packaging and the taste of these chocolates. I am happy to have found another vegan product. Beech's make a range of chocolates not all of them are vegan but they do have many other vegan flavours to try and a dedicated vegan section on their website which makes it easy to find suitable products. 

Check out the amazing choice at: http://www.beechsfinechocolates.com/vegan_chocolate_products/

It can be hard to find a good Vegan cider but this Harry Westons Vintage cider is available in supermarkets and labelled vegan. Not a lot of brands label their alcohol so it is nice to find one you can trust which tastes good too. 

Hiking Snacks

Ma Baker bars are delicious! This strawberry bar was so tasty and filling. They are the perfect vegan snacks for hikes and outdoor adventures. Having a fruity flapjack makes it a healthy alternative to chocolate bars but the fruit gives it a sweetness that makes you feel like you are having a dessert. 

It is a perfect portable size that makes it a great travel snack. You can easily fit this is a bag or in your pockets. It is light but filling which is ideal if you are planing a long hike or long journey. I have only recently started seeing these bars around, I found this one at a farm shop but they are also available online. I think this brand will become more popular soon and will be available in more places.

Pasta

Using the co-operative vegan pasta sauce I made a delicious dinner. It was quick and easy to do and something you can try at home. 

I measure out my pasta now as I was guilty of cooking for a family of six. 100 grams of pasta is the recommended amount for each person. As always I used brown pasta as it is healthier and easier to digest. 

I fried onion, added Sainsburys vegan soya mince which is a handy product to have in and tastes amazing then added the sauce. 

It is that simple. The mince only takes a few minutes to cook so the whole meal can be made in the time it takes to cook the pasta. I added mushrooms as well and mixed the sauce in with the pasta. 

I like to add yeast flakes as they are a source of B12 and give the pasta a nice flavour. Making sure you get all your nutrients is important and it is simple to do with a product like this, you can simply sprinkle the flakes onto pasta, soups or salads. Getting B12 into your diet doesn't have to be difficult. 

This is a simple meal, easy to make and full of flavour and nutrients. Add it to your meal plan for when you need something to eat in a hurry. 

Raw Halo- Artisan Raw Chocolate

The flow box was one of the best gifts I have ever been given as it just keeps on going. It's nice to have a handy supply of vegan treats for when you feel like something sweet. 

This Raw Halo bar is Dark and Sour Cherry and Almond flavour. I admit to not immediately thinking I would like it. However it was a pleasant surprise. The chocolate is heavenly (excuse the pun), it really lives up to its Artisan name. There are pieces of sour cherry which were nice but I would prefer a plain bar, but the Flow box is all about finding new products and getting a random selection. The almond flavour wasn't strong at all, I'd say it is more of a subtle addition to the chocolate which was really lovely and something I have never seen in a chocolate bar before. 

I definitely like this brand, the halo imprints on the chocolate are a nice touch and the bars can be bought in gift sets which look amazing. This isn't an every day chocolate bar but it would make a beautiful gift, I am looking forward to trying more flavours and buying gifts from this brand as the brands really are beautiful. 

Find out more and shop here http://rawhalo.com/

Vegan Easter- Some dairy free options for the Easter holidays

Easter is up there with the best holidays. Getting to eat an unnatural amount of chocolate without people becoming concerned for your health. That's my kind of holiday.

Vegan Easter Eggs are easily available so you can celebrate in style. Moo Free have a great range of Easter eggs, available in a variety of flavours you will be spoilt for choice.

The accidentally vegan Green and Black's Easter egg is one for lovers of dark chocolate. This luxury egg makes the perfect gift. And it's fair trade too, you can feel good while you eat your body weight in chocolate.

Choices have a huge range of dairy free chocolates from Easter eggs to chocolate bunny's you'll be spoilt for choice with this brand.

The Easter egg I am most excited about is the Kinnerton Easter egg, the chocolate bars are amazing for cooking so I'm sure the Easter egg will be delicious. 

Celtic is a brand I haven't heard of before but I am happy to see this Easter egg in the supermarkets, dairy free choices are becoming easier to find and this treat looks lovely. 

If you are looking for a bit of luxury Booja Booja have not disappointed with their options for Easter, the beautifully wrapped Eggs are almost too good to eat. Almost! These would make amazing gifts. 

As always you are spoilt for choice in the dairy free options. Going vegan doesn't mean missing out and it certainly doesn't mean you don't have options. The hard part is deciding which Easter egg pick. Happy shopping!