Decolonizing Veganism to Make it More Accessible and Less Racist
Give people of color space to care for themselves, deal with the hurdles life provides, and to generally live their goddamn lives compared to exerting the const...
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Part Two: Black-Owned Urban Farms in the DMV
In this three-part series, we are showcasing Black-owned urban farms in all their glory from three different regions of the U.S.
When you think of a farmer, do...
Part One: Black-Owned Urban Farms in Atlanta
In this three-part series, we will showcase Black-owned urban farms in all their glory from three different regions of the U.S.
With Amazon lowering prices at ...
5 Steps to Attaining the Body Neutrality of a Nerdy Hetero Cis Male
As I watch my husband not-even-consciously opt out of this obsessive bullshit, I can’t help but sit back in awe and wonder how I can get some of that for myself...
Dear Virgie: I Feel Embarrassed When I Eat in Public
You have the right to exist in your body, no matter your size or shape or heath status. You have the right to eat whatever the fuck you want.
Dear Virgie,
I...
WeAreMitu, Can You Stop Exploiting Our Culture For White People?
Many WeAreMitu articles reek of pandering to “harmlessly curious” white people and others who know nothing about Latinx culture.
It’s not hard to understand wh...
4 Vegan Treats For Your Hanukkah Celebration
December 24 marks the beginning of Hanukkah this year. From then until January 1, Jews and their friends everywhere will be celebrating The Festival of Lights -...
We Asked For It: What Are Some of Your Thanksgiving Traditions?
Thanksgiving means a lot of things for a lot of different people. Despite its deeply problematic origins, for some it can be a time when family (be they cho...
4 Quick and Easy Vegan, Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Hits
Whether you’re hosting or attending a holiday party this year, one thing is certain: someone at the gathering is bound to have a dietary restriction. People are...
Dear Virgie: Why Post Low-Fat Food Pics?
Dear Virgie,
I am a new fat activist, and have been exploring the world of selfies for the first time. The other day I got into an argument with my fat f...
How to Enjoy Latin America’s “Super Comidas” Without Being a Cultural Appropriator
The ubiquitous acai bowl is just comidas to Latinx folks.
You say "superfood," we say "comida."
Growing up, my home and life was filled with incredible smell...
Meet Keema: The Deliciously Spiced One-Pot Dish You Can Serve All Week Long
All photos by Natasha Sisodiya.
by Natasha Sisodiya
Creamy Spiced Ground Lamb with Potatoes & Peas (Keema)
This week I’m sharing one of our favorite ...
I’m An Omnivore With Vegan Best Friends
Soyrizo nachos by Janet Hudson. Creative Commons license.
by Jetta Rae Robertson
I’m an omnivore; my two closest friends in Oakland are vegan. It sounds ...
Yes, I’m Gluten-Free. No, I Don’t Have Celiac.
via quickmeme.com
When people find out I don’t eat gluten, they often react with eye rolls and aggressive, skeptical questions. Isn’t being gluten-free just...
Food Crush: Kimchi Fried Rice Topped with Candied Bacon and Fried Egg
Eggy kimchi rice with candied bacon. All photos by Natasha Sisodiya.
This week I am going to share my recipe for kimchi fried rice with you!
In my versio...
Don’t Say These 6 Things to Your Celiac Friend
Photo by Sandra Balboa. Creative Commons license.
I discovered in 2007 that I have celiac disease -- a totally different era in terms of public awareness ab...
It’s Political For Women To Sing About Food
After Kelis released songs like "Milkshake," she wrote a cookbook.
by Jetta Rae DoubleCakes
“You’re writing an album about food?”
When I tell people w...
Food Crush: North Indian Rajma
All photos by Natasha Sisodiya.
by Natasha Sisodiya
Ever since I went gluten free after being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, the majority of my ...