The New Year brings plenty of opportunities to try something new. One of the most common trends in recent years is Veganuary, combining Vegan and January together. Originating in England, Veganuary has since become a worldwide trend that encourages people to try a Vegan lifestyle for the month of January in the hopes that they will learn how to live a more environmentally friendly life.

Going vegan might seem like a monumental task at first, but once you break it down into manageable steps, it’s actually easier than you think! Having vegan options at restaurants and businesses can also increase your profit as you have more options and are appealing to a wider audience of potential customers. The vegan food market is evergrowing and it is smart to get in on the ground now, so you can carry on benefiting from this planet positive progress.

Vegan Products

Ensuring that meals and dishes are cooked with the Vegan lifestyle in mind, colour-coded kitchenware items are your best bet to stop cross-contamination in restaurants and at home.

In a kitchen, green represents vegetables and fresh fruits. Cooksmill has everything from colour coded tongs to green-handled frying pans, to make sure there is no chance of cross-contamination when preparing a vegan or vegetarian menu. We also have a wide array of general kitchen utensils in green so chefs can keep track of the entire meal prep, from start to finish, to reassure customers that their vegan meal has not been touched by any meat.

Colour-coded items are also great for use at home if you live in a household where there is a mix of diets. They ensure that food is not contaminated between meat eaters, and those trying a vegan lifestyle.

Environmentally Friendly Disposables

Veganuary is all about raising awareness for one's carbon footprint. Takeaways and restaurants can produce a lot of disposable waste. Switching to biodegradable disposables is good for business, and the environment.

Cooksmill sells a wide range of biodegradable disposables, from cups to cutlery. Biodegradable disposables come in all shapes, sizes and quantities, there is a knife and fork for every business and restaurant.

There is a misconception that biodegradable disposables aren’t as strong as their plastic alternatives, but that isn’t true! Biodegradable packaging is much stronger than it used to be and most of it has been designed with busy takeaways and hearty meals in mind.

If you’re looking for an easier way to switch out disposables, why not start with disposable beverage serving options? Paper and biodegradable cups are becoming the norm now for most large chain restaurants, indicating a shift in the market. Make sure your business is ahead of the curve and has enough biodegradable cups for all your drinks needs.

Vegan Recipe

Deciding where to start when trying a Vegan lifestyle is one of the hardest parts about trying Veganuary. So, here’s a simple and easy breakfast option to try that is a good stepping stone towards the Veganuary lifestyle.

Overnight Oats.

Ingredients (for one to two servings):

• 4 tablespoons of Natural Oat Yogurt
• 100g of porridge oats
• Handful of strawberries
• Handful of blueberries
• Drizzle of maple syrup
• 100ml of almond/oat/soy milk
• 2 tablespoons of chia seeds

Method:

1. Add oats, chia seeds, the vegan milk of your choice, oat yogurt, and syrup to a small bowl and stir. Or, use a Kilner Jar for a more aesthetically pleasing look.
2. Ensure all the oats have been mixed in thoroughly and are fully immersed in the milk. Cover this mixture and place it in the fridge overnight.
3. The next morning add a splash of water or vegan milk, and add fresh oats and fruits.
4. Enjoy!

Vegan has cemented itself as a lifestyle that isn’t a fleeting trend, therefore being able to cater for vegans is a smart move for businesses looking to expand their current target audience. Even something as simple as providing biodegradable takeaway options or ensuring customers that their food won’t be cooked using the same instruments as meat is massive, and reflects positively on your business.

Swapping out your kitchenware for colour-coordinated alternatives, or switching to biodegradable disposables can make a massive difference, not just in January but year-round. Veganuary is a chance to try something new and more environmentally friendly, which will impress eco-conscious customers and guests. Shop now with Cooksmill and get fast free courier delivery on orders over £60.

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