Veg Out 625: La Dolce Vita

Fibremaxxing is the latest trend in the wellness space, but before you rush out to buy psyllium husk in bulk, listen to this episode! Desiree Nielsen is a registered dietitian and self confessed fibre nerd. She joins Barbi and Jeanette to talk all things fibre - what it is, what it does, how to incorporate it into your diet - all through evidence based, practical, plant-based advice. Links:Desiree Nielsen (https://desireerd.com/)Better Batter Cookie Co. (https://betterbattercookieco.com/)The New Gold Standard Documentary Screening (https://thebeaglealliance.org/documentary-film-canadian-inaugural-premier-screening/)Four Course Dinner Fundraiser at Iris Toronto (https://www.instagram.com/p/Dc9Bi8ByUfw/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&stkn=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== )Desiree NielsenHosts: Barbi and JeanetteSummary and Editing: JeanetteSocial Media: JenTheme song: Matt Judge

The first episode of Veg Out aired in 2006, so today all five of us are recording together to remember what life was even like as a vegan in the GTA 20 years ago. We reminisce about the excitement over vegan pizza (without any cheese!), raw food, activism, our favourite restaurants that are no more, and thankfully some that are still around!Links:Pilot Episode:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/pilot-episode/id1661444569?i=1000712317101Vegan Vegan Night Market: https://www.theveganmarket.ca/torontoPeterborough Veg Fest:https://ptbovegfest.ca/Avo Organic Kitchen:https://avoorganickitchen.com/Plant Curious:https://www.thisisplantcurious.com/toronto-homeCredits:Hosts: Barbi, Jeanette, Jen, Steve and SwetaEditing: JeanetteSummary: BarbiSocial Media: JenTheme: Matt Judge

The carb fest continues! We've talked about potatoes and pasta, and now we are learning how to bake delicious, crusty and flavourful vegan bread at home! Jeanette's culinary cousin Hannah comes on the podcast to share her tried and true tips for baking bread. Links:VegTO Sunset Social with Sau Bake(https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/vegtos-sunset-social-with-sau-bake-tickets-1993344721722?aff=ebdssbdestsearch)Upcycling Fashion Show(https://www.eventbrite.com/e/upcycling-fashion-show-tickets-1994596809751?aff=ebdssbdestsearch)Vegetarians of High ParkDinner at Lettuce Love, Friday September 4th from 6-8 pm. RSVP to [email protected] by Monday, September 1st.Bread Recipes:Nigella Lawson's Essential White Loafnote: can use vegan butter or olive oil in place of dairy butter(https://chileanflavor.blogspot.com/2009/06/essential-white-loaf.html)Nora Cooks Vegan Focaccia(https://www.noracooks.com/vegan-focaccia/)Mary's Test Kitchen Fluffy Flax Hamburger Buns(https://www.marystestkitchen.com/easy-vegan-hamburger-buns-no-special-ingredients-needed/)It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken Bread Recipes(https://itdoesnttastelikechicken.com/category/recipes/lunches-dinners/bread-recipes/)

Dumplings, sauces, spices, oh my! There are so many flavourful, affordable and unique vegan products or accidentally vegan products waiting for you at the dozens of East Asian grocery stores around the GTA. Sweta, Steve and Jeanette share some of their picks, plus our top stores.Links:Toronto Baking Group Muffin Meet Uphttps://tinyurl.com/57cnsptzVegTO Summer Eventshttps://www.veg.ca/Credits:Hosts: Jeanette, Sweta and SteveEditor and Summary: JeanetteSocial Media: JenTheme: Matt Judge

Are all of your colleagues vegan, or may zero of them are? Either way, we're talking about it! Listen as Jen and Sweta chat about being vegan in supportive and non-supportive workplaces.Credits:Cohosts: Jen and SwetaEditing: SwetaSocial Media: JenTheme Music: Matt Judge

If you're looking for the most incredible gelato, you have to head to La Dolce Vita! Once you step inside the store in Downtown Oakville, you'll face a wall of so many flavours, you won't know where to start. On this episode, we're joined by owners Chris and Mia, who share with us how La Dolce Vita got started and what inspired them to make delectable gelato without animal products. We also chat about how they come up with their wide variety of flavours and the other amazing goodies they offer on their menu. Have a listen and find out more about these sweet treats you need this summer!Links:La Dolce Vita: Website, Facebook and InstagramThe Vegan Night MarketVegan Paint, Sip and SnackBurlington VegFestCredits:Guests: Chris and MiaCohosts: Barbi and JenEditing: SwetaSocial Media: JenTheme Music: Matt Judge

On this episode, Barbi and guest host Bernie talk to John Shep about his mission Outrun the Darkness, where he completed a 142.2K Ultra-Double Marathon, as well as his training leading up to it which involved some very tasty treats.Links:Outrun the Darkness (https://www.instagram.com/outrunthedarkness/ )Burlington Veg Fest (https://www.burlingtonvegfest.com/)Credits:Hosts: Barbie and BernieGuest: John ShepSummary: BarbiEditor: JeanetteSocial Media: JenTheme: Matt Judge

There are nine rhesus macaques that are currently being tested on at a primate medical lab at York University. These macaques are being subjected to cranial implants, restraint collars, social isolation, and water deprivation. Last Chance for Animals exposed the harm taking place at this lab with undercover footage taken by a whistleblower.To discuss the findings of the investigation, as well as what the public can do to help, Jeanette is joined by three animal rights activists, Peter Athenaios, Vikki Lenola and Jenny McQueen, who are working on the campaign to close down the lab and release these monkeys. Event Links:Vegan Night Market (https://www.theveganmarket.ca/toronto)Toronto Vegan Drinks at Chic Peas(https://www.meetup.com/torontovegan/events/314650855)Episode Links:Last Chance For Animals(https://stopyorkprimateresearch.com/)Investigative Journalism Bureau Article(https://ijb.utoronto.ca/news/at-york-universitys-primate-lab-allegations-of-bruises-bloody-wounds-and-escapes/)Animal Alliance of Canada Call to Action(https://www.animalalliance.ca/campaigns/end-primate-research-in-ontario/)Animal Rights Toronto Event Calendar(https://animalrightstoronto.com/events/)Next Protest at York Facebook Event(https://www.facebook.com/events/1485345559520090/)Credits:Hosting, editing, summary: JeanetteSocial media: JenTheme: Matt Judge

What are the little things that you can add to your daily routine to promote veganism? Jen and Jeanette bring you some ideas to help you on your activism journey!Links:Sustainalicious (on until Jun 14)https://tocwchallenge.zestyplan.com/challenge/TorontoClimateWeek/sustainaliciousThe Vegan Night Market (Jun 18)https://www.theveganmarket.ca/The Vegan Baking Group Presents Pride Colours (Jun 11)https://www.facebook.com/events/27013945054923063/Credits:Hosts: Jen and JeanetteSummary and editing: JeanetteSocial media: JenTheme: Matt Judge

On this episode, Barbi and Jen are talking about all things breakfast! Join us as we explore our favourite vegan savoury and sweet breakfast foods, beverages, recipes, and brunch places!Links: Climate Week Kickoff Happy Hour (June 1)https://luma.com/dek0g57s Toronto Animal Rights March (May 24)https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/toronto-animal-rights-march-2026/ National Animal Rights Day (June 7):https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/nard-16-toronto-national-animal-rights-day/ Credits: Cohosts: Barbi and JenEditing: JeanetteSummary: JenSocial Media: JenTheme Music: Matt Judge