VegNews, July, 2007 Edition

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July 2007 EditionBrought to you by VegNews Magazinevegnews.com In This Issue**Vote Now in the 6th Annual Veggie Awards!**Inside the Summer Fun Issue**V in the News**Veggie Event Spotlights**The Cutting Edge: New Online Resources**Recipe: Chocolate-Banana Pudding**Product Review: Gak's Snacks Oatmeal Cookies**Opinion Poll: Do You Eat Honey?**Send in Your Vegan Wedding Applications!**Back Issue Blow-Out Sale**VegNewsletter Monthly Giveaway**VegNews Seeks Part-Time Bookkeeper**August

VegNewsletter PreviewWe're glad you've discovered VegNews, America's premier vegetarian lifestyle magazine. The VegNewsletter arrives in your e-mailbox just once a month and clues you in on vegetarian news, dining, recipes, products, activist alerts, reviews, culture, giveaways and all the other good things in life. It's the perfect accompaniment to a VegNews subscription. The 2007 Veggie AwardsIt's that time again: time to vote for your favorite vegetarian products, people, and places in the sixth annual Veggie Awards! The annual celebration has become one of the magazine's most popular features, with winners announced in our November+December "Best of Vegetarian" holiday edition. It's the largest survey of its kind in the world and features nearly 30 categories, from best vegetarian restaurant to favorite veg-friendly city to best dairy-free ice cream. As always, all ballots are entered into a Grand Prize Drawing with a chance to win these great prizes:Grand Prize: CALIFORNIA DREAM VEGGIE GETAWAYOne lucky winner and

a guest will be swept away for 4 days and 3 nights to Northern California's Stanford Inn, a luxurious B & B complete with lavish ocean-view suites, fireplaces, a heated indoor swimming pool, and award-winning vegan cuisine. Also included are Dinner for 2 at San Francisco's Millennium Restaurant, All-You-Can-Eat Vegan Ice Cream Sundaes at MaggieMudd, Lunch with the VegNews Staff at our San Francisco Headquarters, and a Cable Car Fast Pass to whiz you around. Get your votes in pronto for a chance to win this ultimate veggie getaway!First Prize: URBAN GIRL GOODIE BAGWho wouldn't love to win this ultra-hip goodie bag packed with a $100 Gift Certificate to Alternative Outfitters, a pair of super stylish (and vegan, of course) Charmone Shoes, makeup products from Urban Decay, and a signed copy of the best-selling Skinny Bitch by VN columnist Rory Freedman.Second Prize: VEGAN VICE PACKAGEThis fabulous package is oozing with the indulgences we vegetarians love most. Two lucky winners will each receive a gift box overflowing with vegan wine, decadent chocolate fudge from Allison's Gourmet, and a super stylish leather-free handbag from Matt & Nat. How badly do you want to win

this package? (two winners)Third Prize: CHOCOLATE LOVERS GIFT BOXVegan superstore Pangea has custom created this box just for the 2007 Veggie Awards. Filled with an array of sumptuous dark chocolate treats from decadent chocolate spread, truffles and fondant to creamy peanut butter cups and chocolate-covered marshmallows, we regret that VegNews Magazine can't be held responsible for any ill-effects of consuming this prize. (three winners)Plus, Weekly Giveaways!Each week during the six-week long voting period, we'll be giving away a Vegan Essentials Spa Basket, brimming with cruelty-free bath goodies to relax and rejuvenate. Winners will be pampered with bath salts, body wash, soy candles, herbal tea and an exfoliating hand mitt. (six winners) Vote for the 2007 Veggie Awards right now! Inside the July+August Summer IssueThe July+August special summer edition is available on newsstands everywhere. Here's a glimpse of what's

inside:**The 25 Most Fascinating Vegetarians**Interview with Vegan Emily Deschanel**Career Conscious: Working for Compassionate Companies (they do exist!)**Veg on Every Budget**Special Travel Section! Seven Great Destinations Across the Globe**Coconut Madness (our favorite coconut recipes)**Luaus, Picnics & Summer Parties Galore**Getting Pregnant on a Plant-Based Diet**Plus... All the great reads you're used to, including the latest vegetarian news, book reviews, new products, health advice, hard-hitting features, celebrity buzz and so much more. It's all in VegNews. Haven't d? What are you waiting for?!? Order this fabulous new

issue for just $5 V in the NewsNot So Super FoodsWatch your language! The European Union is cracking down on casual use of the term 'superfood', according to the BBC. While most of us have come to think of foods like blueberries, spinach and soy as having near-miraculous properties, the EU will no longer allow producers to use the term in advertising without

actual evidence to back up the claims that these veggies really are super. Even without the flashy label, we all know it can't hurt to eat anti-oxidant-packed veggies throughout the day.Dairy Council Loses WeightThe USDA and The National Dairy Promotion and Research Board were forced to cease using advertisements that claim consuming three servings of dairy per day can help with weight loss efforts, according to a recent New York Times article. Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine petitioned the Federal Trade Commission to end the campaigns, "3-A-Day. Burn More Fat, Lose Weight" and "Milk Your Diet, Lose Weight", citing that there is no scientific evidence to prove that dairy consumption aids weight loss. It's unlikely that we'll see advertisements about the outright negative effects of dairy on a healthy

diet anytime soon, but let's raise a glass of soymilk to a small step in the right direction.Oregon Bans Gestation Crates for Pregnant PigsAs if pregnancy weren't uncomfortable enough, pregnant pigs raised for food are often kept in restrictive stalls, usually so small that they can't even turn around. Oregon joined Arizona and Florida in banning the use of these stalls, with a signature by Governor Kulongoski. Pregnant sows won't feel the relief provided by the law until 2013, when it takes effect. Despite the delay, this is a major victory for animal rights as it helps to set the precedent that cruelty and suffering are unnecessary. For more information about the new law, Veggie Event SpotlightsThe event schedule this summer is packed! Here are three of the most exciting annual events, all of which are sponsored by VegNews. Stop by our booth to meet VN editors and pick up a free, stylish VegNews tote bag with your subscription!Animal Rights 2007 National ConferenceYou don’t get to be the world’s oldest and largest animal rights conference without a good lineup, and this year Animal Rights 2007 keeps up tradition by providing some of the industry’s most notable speakers. Elizabeth Kucinich, Howard Lyman and Erik Marcus join more than 80 other

speakers in Los Angeles July 19–23 at what is sure to be a motivational and informative weekend for animal welfare. Check out the website for the full list of speakers, information and registration.Vegetarian SummerfestThe most famous and delicious conference of the year is finally here! Hundreds of veggies will swarm Johnstown, Penn. from July 25–29. Educational sessions covering everything from delectable cooking techniques to how to work off the great food with exercise will keep attendees busy for the entire week. For details Taking Action for AnimalsThis popular, annual conference highlights farm animal issues in Washington, DC on July 28–30. With all-star speakers lined up from The Humane Society of the United States, Vegan Outreach, PETA, Physicians Committee for Responsible

Medicine, Farm Sanctuary and many more, it’s sure to be an intense weekend! For more information visit their website. The Cutting Edge: New Online ResourcesHowdy from Austin!Following the success of Compassion Over Killing’s sibling websites VegDC.com and VegPortland.com, the newest addition to the family highlights veg-friendly eateries deep in the Lone Star state. VegAustin.com offers anyone with an internet connection listings in the Texan capital broken down by

neighborhood, type of cuisine, and lists caterers, bakers and groceries along with dependable vegan and vegetarian restaurants.Eat Your Way to AltruismEver think that more people would go veg if they just gave it a try? That’s the whole idea behind the new website, Veg-A-Thon.com. Participants pick the charity of their choice and raise money by following a veg diet for one to eight weeks, with sponsors' support just like in a marathon or walk-a-thon. It's said that habits form after 21 days, which is conveniently the length of time that Veg-A-Thon.com recommends for a trial run. Go on, see how long you can keep it up!Want to Work Here?VegNews offers internships throughout the year and the next one could be yours! Jump at the opportunity to work hands-on for your favorite magazine, no stuffing envelopes or organizing the product closet here. And, of course, feel good about

working for a cause that matters. Visit our website to apply! Web Exclusive! The Goods at Google If you've ever dreamed of working for a company whose ethics align with your own, you're not alone. Some of us—take the VegNews staff, for instance—are lucky enough to work in an environment that supports our values, while others are still searching for that workplace to call home. If you're part of group two, you'll want to read the Benevolent Business feature in the current issue of VegNews. With details galore on some of the biggest names in green business you'll get an insider's look at some of the perks companies like Clif Bar, and Nature's Path are offering new hires, and learn tools for landing your dream job. Check out our special web-only feature on veg-friendly Google, where free vegan meals, on-site gyms and

complimentary dry-cleaning are part of the daily grind. Click here to read this exclusive web feature on Google! Skinny Bitch Takes New YorkDrumroll please! The fabulous team of Rory Freedman and Kim Barnouin have officially taken

over New York as their book, Skinny Bitch sat proudly on The New York Times bestseller list at number four on July 8. Look for Rory's latest installment of her VegNews column in our September+October Issue. Kudos to the lovely duo. Paperback advice has never looked so good.Don't forget to vote in the Veggie Awards for a chance to win a signed copy! Click here for an inside peek at Skinny Bitch and to order your copy Recipe: Chocolate-Banana PuddingFor a sweet indulgence that will cool you down on hot summer days, try Chocolate-Banana Pudding from super star chef Robin Robertson's latest offering Quick-Fix Vegetarian. Chocolate and banana were made for each other, just like Robertson and success. Author of 14 other cookbooks and VN columnist, Robertson fills this one with lickety-split recipes, for quick, succulent spoonfuls!What you need1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup raw cashews1/3 cup water2 ripe bananas1/4 cup pure maple

syrup1 teaspoon pure vanilla extractWhat you doMelt the chocolate in a double boiler over low heat, stirring constantly. Set aside. In a blender or food processor, grind the cashews to a powder. Add the water and blend again until smooth. Add the bananas, maple syrup and vanilla and blend again. Finally, add the melted chocolate and blend a final time. Serve chilled. Get your copy of Quick-Fix Vegetarian here! Product Review: Gak's Snacks Oatmeal CookiesWheat? Dairy? Eggs? Nuts? No thanks, says Gak's Snacks. The company purchased all of its equipment brand-spanking new and gurantees no cross-contamination, which comes as a big relief to cookie lovers with food allergies. Enjoy Gak's Snacks Oatmeal Cookies without worry—even those of us without allergy restrictions can enjoy the hearty, cinnamony taste. Long gone are the days of the cardboard-like rice cakes that plagued the wheat-sensitive. Gak's has taken a turn for the cakey with these dense, mouthy cookies which are a far cry from anything flat and corrugated.

Click here to see all of Gak's Snacks offerings and info Opinion Poll: Do You Eat Honey?What do you think? Share your perspective for a chance to appear in the upcoming November+December issue of VegNews. Give us your two cents on the following question:Can an ethical vegan eat honey with a clear conscience? If there's "just a little bit" of

honey in your breakfast cereal or energy bar, is that okay, or does vegan mean absolutely no animal products of any kind?Submit your response along with a high-resolution photo of yourself to Editorial Assitant Elizabeth Castoria by Monday, July 30. (Sorry, only responses accompanied by a high-res photo will be considered.) Getting Married?It's Your Turn: Apply for our 2008 Wedding FeatureWith July 7, 2007, the most popular wedding day ever with more than three times the normal number of nuptials because of the superstitious appeal of 7-7-7, shortly behind us,

weddings are heavily on our brains. Did you have a sensational vegan wedding this year, either on the biggest big day or a less popular one? If so, apply to be in our 8th annual Vegan Wedding Feature.Every year, our editorial team chooses a select group of very special weddings to be featured in the magazine. It has become our most popular issue of the year, and it inspires couples around the world to organize their own dream vegan wedding. Competition is stiff, but we're looking for all kinds of weddings. Whether you had an extravagant country club affair or it was just you, your new spouse and Elvis in Vegas, we're looking for weddings that are unique and memorable. The application deadline is September 1 and the feature will be published in our March+April 2008 issue. Click here to apply for the 2008 VegNews Wedding

Feature! Back Issue Blow-Out SaleFrom time to time, we offer deep discounts on our beloved back issues. This month, we're putting our March+April 2007 issue on sale for just $3 (regularly $5), but the issue must be purchased by July 31. Featuring a fascinating exposé on store-brand organics (can we trust organic labels?), this popular edition also includes our 2007 wedding couples, Dan Piraro's two cents on America's cheese obsession, a Q & A with vegan presidential candidate Dennis Kucinich, and a delicious array of recipes featuring peanut butter. Click here to order your copy today! (just $3 and includes shipping) VegNewsletter Coconut Craze GiveawayIf you've read your July+August summer issue (and who hasn't!?!), we hope you enjoyed VegNews columnist Robin Robertson's food feature on all things coconut. From Thai-Style Coconut Soup to Tempeh with Coconut-Peanut Sauce to the staff favorite Coconut Sticky Rice with Mangoes, the mighty coconut lends a delectable richness to cakes, curries, sauces and soups. We don't know about you, but we can't get enough!Enter the July VegNewsletter monthly giveaway. One of our favorite treats, Crispy Cat candy bars by Tree Huggin Treats, have recently been reformulated and taste better than ever. We're giving away a box of 12 Mint Coconut bars (reminiscent of a Mounds bar) in celebration of Robin's food feature and just because they're so darn good.To win this box of vegan candy bars, simply tell us your favorite way to eat coconut. Limit your response to 50 words or less, and email to newsletter by July 31. The winning response will be announced in our August edition of the VegNewsletter. Click here to order our current edition featuring "Coconut Craze!" VegNews Seeks Part-Time BookkeeperInteresting in helping a vegan-owned, growing media company? We're in search of a part-time bookkeeper at our San Francisco offices. If you're veg-friendly, a fan of VegNews, and a financial whiz, we want to talk to you. Please email an introduction and resume to Associate Publisher Colleen Holland. Preview of the August VegNewsletter Satisfy your between-issues cravings with this complimentary supplement, featuring exclusive product reviews, musician, artist and event spotlights, slammin' recipes, giveaways, plus the lowdown on how

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