Pinterest thinks it knows what will be trendy in 2022, so we're exploring the list. From bedazzled food to gothic aesthetics, we might be in for another wild year!

Pinterest Trend Predictions 2022: https://newsroom.pinterest.com/en/post/pinterest-predicts-the-trends-to-watch-for-2022

Vegnuary is all about going vegan for the month of January, but what happens after that? Instead of going all in for 31 days, we're proposing a more sustainable approach to going vegan that's all about making small, long-term changes that aren't overwhelming or intimidating.

Vegan recipe creators to follow:

The Viet Vegan: https://thevietvegan.com/

Okonomi Kitchen: https://okonomikitchen.com/

Ally Lazare: https://allylazare.com/

Nora Cooks: https://www.noracooks.com/

Hot for Food: https://www.hotforfoodblog.com/

The Korean Vegan: https://thekoreanvegan.com/

We're wrapping up the year with our favourite recipes, videos, podcasts, and things that brought us joy. We'll be back in January for another year of food, cooking, and fun!

What does a food video need to do well on TikTok? Turns out it's a combination of creativity, authenticity and appearing perfectly amateur. Inspired by Dan Pashman on The Sporkful and his quest to understand food videos on TikTok.

The Sporkful: pod.link/350709629

We're reviewing the heartbreaking movie Okja and what it says about the farming industry, consumerism, and people's perceptions of animals.

From DIY meal kits, to artisanal chocolates and many treats in between, we're going through our lists of gift ideas for all the foodies in your life and sharing some small businesses to help support along the way.

Businesses/Brands mentioned:

VdeV

Ye11ow Studio

Wabanaki Maple Syrup

Framebridge

Hedley and Bennett

Club Backdrops

Grounds and Hounds

Indie Coffee Roasters

Lake and Oak Tea Co.

ChocoSol Traders

Vaka Craft Chocolate

Watercolours by Carly

Natura Soy Candles

Which came first, the marketing or the product? The answer might not be as clear cut as you'd expect. Marketing is in just about everything, especially our food, but it doesn't have to be feared by consumers... most of the time.

Denny's seems to be vaguely hinting at some plant-based menu plans... We're catching up on the latest vegan news including Starbucks holiday drinks, vegan chocolate and nutella, more vegan chicken and Burger King's plans to dominate. 

https://vegnews.com/2021/11/starbucks-sugar-cookie-vegan-holiday-drink

https://vegnews.com/2021/11/eric-adams-new-york-city-vegan-mayor

https://vegnews.com/2021/11/popeyes-vegan-chicken-burger-uk

https://vegnews.com/2021/11/dennys-vegan-breakfast-options

https://vegnews.com/2021/10/lindt-vegan-chocolate-bar

https://vegnews.com/2021/10/stranger-things-noah-schnapp-vegan-nutella

https://vegnews.com/2021/10/panda-express-expands-beyond-orange-chicken

https://vegnews.com/2021/10/burger-king-in-spain-meatless

As we considered common perceptions people have about vegans, we ended up examining our choices as vegans and what they mean for being imperfect vegans who hang out in the 'grey' area. 

In honour of spooky season, we're reviewing Larry Cohen's The Stuff. What did we learn? The scariest thing we should all fear is...consumerism!