Anthony Martinelli is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Vegan Herald, which launched in 2015 as a daily vegan news and information website.
Anthony Martinelli
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Jan 09
Study: Climate Impact Labels Effective in Reducing Red Meat Consumption
A new study published by the Journal of the American Medical Association has found that climate impact labels – labels pointing out the environmental impact of certain foods – is effective in reducing the consumption of red meat. “There is increasing interest in strategies to encourage more environmentally sustainable food choices in US restaurants through …
Jan 08
Clinical Trial: No Difference in Cardiovascular Disease Risk Between Plant-Based and Low-Fat Omnivorous Soul Food Diets
A new randomized clinical trial examining weight loss and cardiovascular disease risk factors among African American adults found that “there were no differences between the groups, and the magnitude of changes overall was small.” As noted by the study, “more African American individuals die from cardiovascular disease (CVD) than any other chronic disease condition.” Despite …
Jan 07
AMC Theatres Begins Carrying Plant-Based Patty Melts, Chicken Sandwiches and Tenders From Dr. Praeger’s
Several new plant-based menu items crafted by Dr. Praeger’s is now being offered at certain AMC Theatre locations. AMC Theatres in the Northeast have begun carrying three new menu items made with Dr. Praeger’s chicken and burgers, with a plan for a nationwide launch in the near future. The new “hand-crafted, plant protein-loaded” menu features …
Jan 04
South Wales Restaurant Becomes World’s First Vegan Steakhouse
The Queen Inn in South Wales has become the world’s first vegan steakhouse. Previously known for their animal-based steaks, The Queen Inn went fully plant-based several months ago, and they’ve now taken the step of drastically expanding their menu in order to become what may be the world’s first ever vegan steakhouse. In addition to …
Jan 04
Violife Launches Dairy-Free Sour Cream
Violife, which is the #1 selling brand of dairy-free cheese in the United States, has launched a dairy-free sour cream alternative in 883 Walmart locations. Violife Just Like Sour Cream (MSRP: $4.99) offers “a creamy, rich, and tangy taste without the dairy”, states a press release. “The newest innovation is the perfect swap in all recipes …
Jan 02
California’s Animal Fur Ban Takes Effect
On January 1st a California law that bans the sale and manufacturing of new products made with animal fur took effect. Assembly Bill 44, passed in 2019, makes California the first state in the country to prohibit fur within its borders. The legislation was introduced by Assemblymember Laura Friedman and was sponsored by the Humane …
Dec 29
McDonald’s to Launch Vegan Double McPlant at All Locations in the UK and Ireland On January 4th
McDonald’s has announced that beginning January 4th their new Double McPlant will launch at over 1,400 locations in Ireland and the United Kingdom. The new Double McPlant was developed in partnership with Beyond Meat, featuring two 100% plant-based patties with ketchup, mustard, vegan special sauce, onions, pickles, lettuce, tomato, and dairy-free cheese on a sesame-seed …
Dec 28
Plant-Based Documentary ‘Revelations Café’ to Premiere Online January 1st, Will Be Free First 8 Days
Revelations Café, the new documentary from the producer of “Forks Over Knives,” will premiere online, free for eight days, beginning Sunday, January 1st exclusively at www.RevelationsCafeFilm.com. According to a press release, the film traces the journey of an unlikely couple, Mia and Robby Graham, who met in AA 10 years ago and opened a plant-based, faith-based café …
