6 Essentials Swaps for a Vegan Christmas
1. MERRY MINCE PIES: GREGGS
Encased in a soft and crumbly shortcrust pastry, Greggs Sweet Mince Pies are filled with a sweet mincemeat of vine fruits, Bramley apples, candied orange and lemon peel. Plus, at just 50p each, as always, these are the high-street heroes for herbivores, everywhere
2. PLANT-BASED PÂTÉ: TESCO
No need to miss out on the cold meats, cheeses and preserves – this Celeriac and Smoked Chestnut with an Apple & Pear Chutney vegan pâté is a fitting accompaniment to Christmas dinner, and makes a decadent topping for crackers and toast
3. VEGANISED PANETTONE: MINDFUL BITES
A sustainable and plant-based take on the classic festive Italian sweet loaf. The light and fluffy Mindful Bites Veganettone is delicately flavoured with candied orange peels and raisins, and is available in Whole Foods
4. FAIRTRADE TRUFFLES: g.org.e
Made with ethically sourced and organic, sustainable ingredients, The Christmas Selection Box by g.org.e contains five original chocolate truffle flavours, and three limited edition seasonal extras: Christmas Pudding; Turkish Delight; and Orange Chocolate
5. WINTRY WELLINGTON: ASDA
For its new vegan offering this year, ASDA has brought out the Festive Vegan Wellington (pictured, above). A golden puff pastry parcel filled with chickpea, cranberry and apricot stuffing and cranberry sauce, it’s a worthy replacement to roast turkey
6. CELEBRATORY CUPCAKES: Ruby’s of London
Hand decorated with elegantly piped buttercream and colourful toppings, Ruby’s Hello Pretty and Brownie Bite cupcakes are fully customisable and the perfect vegan-friendly addition to an office Christmas party