Vegetarian Star

So Chef Robert St. John announced he was going vegetarian for 30 days, starting this month.

As you can expect, Chef’s having to deal with some meaty cravings during his stint, but has quite the sense of humor.

He’s learned that neither cinnamon rolls nor french fries contain meat.

Good job, Chef St. John. You’re making progress.

Of PETA promising to send him a “Vegetarian Starter Kit,” Chef St. John said:

“She says that she’s sending me the PETA Vegetarian Start-Up Kit and two cookbooks, but she better hurry, I only have 23 days left.”

And he wonders if the meat industry sends starter kits as well.

“I wonder if members of the Beef Council or that pork group, you know, the-other-white-meat guys, are going to send me letters and books when I come back into their fold the first day of October. Then again, maybe at the end of September, I’ll decide to go another 30 days. Stranger things have happened.”

We’re so hoping something strange happens and Chef St. John stays the veg course.

We’d even be happy with him joining us for the weekday and flexing.

Chef St. John has posted a recipe for stuff tomatoes on his blog, but one caveat:

The recipe calls for Worcestershire Sauce, which normally contains anchovies (Another lesson learned, Chef St. John).

But the folks who make The Wizard’s Worcestershire sauce have figured out a way to veganize it!

Check out Chef St. John’s blog after checking out the recipe after the jump. (more…)

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Not ready to let your 5 year old watch an animal being skinned alive yet? No problem!

For any parent looking for a children’s book to introduce some arguments on choosing the vegetarian lifestyle, That’s Why We Don’t Eat Animals, is a great start.

Author Ruby Roth uses a gentler approach (no slaughterhouse pics included) to teach children about the relationship between the food on their plate and animal suffering and even touches on environmental issues.

Roth also incites empathy for animals by letting readers know they experience pain, sensitivity, and happiness, which is another way children can relate.

The book is recommended for grades 3-6.

As expected, several notable vegetarians have praised the book, including actor Ed Begley Jr.

“In a time when we are all working to go green, I am thrilled that That’s Why We Don’t Eat Animals makes the connection between food and the environment, inspiring children to be aware and involved.”

Primatologist Jane Goodall had this to say:

“This is a powerful and important book. Farm animals have emotions similar to our pets and this is conveyed in Roth’s enchanting illustrations. It will make children – and their parents – think. But it will not lead to nightmares, rather respect and compassion for the creatures whose wellbeing is in our hands.”

And actress Alicia Silverstone added:

“Like many people, I knew as a child that I didn’t want to eat animals. That’s Why We Don’t Eat Animals would have offered me the guidance and inspiration I needed to understand those instincts. This book is a must-have for anyone who loves animals.”

That’s Why We Don’t Eat Animals was released in May, and can be purchased online.

via wired.com

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A big slice of vegan birthday cake goes out to the following vegetarian or vegan celebrities today.

• Chrissie Hynde (58)

• Shannon Elizabeth (36)

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Audrey Kitching was having a not so fun time in her kitchen recently when she decided to Tweet about the difficulties of working with chickpeas.

“Making home made hummus before my photoshoot, damn chickpeas are annoying to work with!”

We’ve never met Audrey’s chickpeas, but can only say good things about the chickpeas we’ve encountered.

Could it be the chickpeas aren’t happy because they need a little spice?

Someone who liked chickpeas created chickpearecipes.com, where you can find seven vegetarian recipes containing chickpeas like Chickpea and Mushroom Soup, Spicy Chickpeas, or Sauteed Chickpeas with Cinnamon.

Find the chickpea recipe that suits your kitchen staffing needs (and thus will work well with others) at chickpearecipes.com.

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After watching this video, you might wonder if someone slipped something into your almond milk.

Have no fear, it’s just an Auto-Tune The News parody of some recent events that touch on animal rights, which include New York city’s geese culling issue and Michael Vick‘s return to the football field.

A humorous take on series issues.

via Ecorazzi.com

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First Lady Michelle Obama gives a tour of the White House vegetable garden while offering some commentary on what led to her decision to create it.

Like most moms, Mrs. Obama wanted the fam to eat healthier, but found time constraints got in the way.

The garden is just one of the many ways Michelle found time to improve the Obamas diet, including “adding more fruits and vegetables,” sitting down with the family to enjoy a meal “a couple of times a week”, eating out a “little bit less,” and “eliminating processed and sugary foods.”

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If you’ve ever tuned into Man v. Food on the Travel Channel, you know the show is anything but promoting of a vegetarian, healthy, everything in moderation lifestyle.

Host Adam Richman samples food from different American cities before arriving at a spot to do a big eating challenge.

As you might guess, most of the food and challenges don’t involved counting the number of carrots you can down in 10 minutes.

But according to The Guardian, Richman balances his death eating challenges at work by eating vegetarian at home.

“But I know a couple of things about Adam Richman. I know he works out like a bastard before and after every episode. I know when he’s not doing the show he maintains a strictly vegetarian lifestyle. I don’t know that all the regulars in the diners and restaurants he visits are similarly vigilant. When Adam Richman’s back to his broccoli and his StairMaster, they’ll still be shovelling down food. Which isn’t to say I won’t be watching when he takes on the 12-egg omelette challenge.”

Anyone have knowledge of the validity of this statement? Does Richman attempt to purify his arteries at home?

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“I was hounded and followed by Americans worldwide, who said ‘You’ve got to make him stop.’ I hadn’t even heard the show. Actually so many people told me to take it off, I thought ‘(expletive) it.’ I don’t have to do what you people want me to do. That show doesn’t matter to me. I think people are too easily baited. Those talk guys are just part of the gossip culture. Everyone’s got opinions on other people. It’s such a boring, unoriginal topic. No offense, but that’s not an original question. Ask me something else.”

—-hilarious Chrissie Hynde in an interview where she was asked about conservative talks show host Rush Limbaugh using her song, “My City Was Gone,” for his radio show.

Eventually Chrissie allowed Rush to use part of the song, but donate royalties to PETA.

And Rush isn’t such a bad guy after all, as he recorded a PSA for the Humane Society-without Chrissie’s prompt.

The left and the right can get along.

At least when it comes to being an advocate for animals.

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