[Misc] Veganism

[Horses Arse]

Well this is exactly what you said.



Apparently it's only vegans that care and are noble and are trying to be the best they can. Maybe that helps you understand the angst[/QU

How bitter and twisted. I've never had any problems with vegans but some of you must have experienced real problems with them. The mere mention of vegans seems to get some frothing at the mouth. All very odd.

 

[Falmer Flutter ©]

A question for any vegans on here. Would you consider eating bivalves, such as clams or oysters? I can't really see much of an ethical argument for avoiding them. Especially as they taste great.

I wouldn't, but that's only because of my previously mentioned "red lines" on what and what not to eat/wear. I certainly wouldn't have any problem or judge any "vegan" who would eat them. I'd even quite happily stick my face into a bowl of steaming mussels and inhale deeply.

 

[Gwylan]

A question for any vegans on here. Would you consider eating bivalves, such as clams or oysters? I can't really see much of an ethical argument for avoiding them. Especially as they taste great.

I'm not a vegan but as a vegetarian, no, I don't eat them. They're actually the only thing I miss about being veggie.

I know that the cliche is that bacon sandwiches are the downfall of most would-be veggies but I couldn't stand the taste or smell of bacon. I look longingly though at people slurping their way through a half-dozen Bouzigues with some envy though

 

[Bakero]

I'm not a vegan but as a vegetarian, no, I don't eat them. They're actually the only thing I miss about being veggie.

I know that the cliche is that bacon sandwiches are the downfall of most would-be veggies but I couldn't stand the taste or smell of bacon. I look longingly though at people slurping their way through a half-dozen Bouzigues with some envy though

Why don't you eat them though? They lack consciousness and a central nervous system. Farming them is beneficial to the environment and there's less secondary death than you get when harvesting vegetables.

I'm sure there are compelling counter arguments but if I were vegetarian I think I'd continue to slurp away guilt free!

 

[Bakero]

Good read here on the rise of alternative 'milks.' https://www.theguardian.com/news/20...-alternative-milks-oat-soy-rice-coconut-plant

 

[GOM]

Well this is exactly what you said.



Apparently it's only vegans that care and are noble and are trying to be the best they can. Maybe that helps you understand the angst[/QU

How bitter and twisted. I've never had any problems with vegans but some of you must have experienced real problems with them. The mere mention of vegans seems to get some frothing at the mouth. All very odd.

I'm neither bitter nor twisted, merely quoting you saying how noble vegans are and by implication that non-vegans aren't.

 

[Horses Arse]

Good read here on the rise of alternative 'milks.' https://www.theguardian.com/news/20...-alternative-milks-oat-soy-rice-coconut-plant

Fascinating article. Loved the line "neo-Nazis continue to push the theory that soya milk is a liberal conspiracy to emasculate men, and drink cow’s milk at rallies to demonstrate “digestive superiority”."

 

[Horses Arse]

Sure. Enjoy the angst.

 

[Bakero]

Fascinating article. Loved the line "neo-Nazis continue to push the theory that soya milk is a liberal conspiracy to emasculate men, and drink cow’s milk at rallies to demonstrate “digestive superiority”."

Reminded me of certain posters on here.

 

[beorhthelm]

Good read here on the rise of alternative 'milks.' https://www.theguardian.com/news/20...-alternative-milks-oat-soy-rice-coconut-plant

i have always been a little perplexed by the notion of replacing milk with substitutes that seem to bare little resemblance to milk than colour. why not just not have the thing that goes with milk, opt for toast or green tea instead? i've been told several times the alternatives are not nice, or "you get used to them" . though oat milk sounds nice idea on cereal, not for tea or coffee.

 

[Horses Arse]

i have always been a little perplexed by the notion of replacing milk with substitutes that seem to bare little resemblance to milk than colour. why not just not have the thing that goes with milk, opt for toast or green tea instead? i've been told several times the alternatives are not nice, or "you get used to them" . though oat milk sounds nice idea on cereal, not for tea or coffee.

The Barista version of oat milk is fantastic, far better in coffee than normal milk. Getting hold of the bloody stuff is tricky though.

 

[Diablo]

I`ve been Vegan since Lunchtime and will be again after Dinner !!

 

[beorhthelm]

The Barista version of oat milk is fantastic, far better in coffee than normal milk. Getting hold of the bloody stuff is tricky though.

is it? seen cartons in the kitchen today i'm tempted by this.

 

[Horses Arse]

Found out today that the vegan society are against eating honey. Have to say that surprised me. I was using agave nectar, which is bloody great, and wondered why it existed. Another issue raised due to intensive production and commercialisation I guess. Really can't see the problem in small batch honey.

Also, the blue webber agave plant is used to make tequilla. What an education over breakfast

 

[Westdene Seagull]

i have always been a little perplexed by the notion of replacing milk with substitutes that seem to bare little resemblance to milk than colour. why not just not have the thing that goes with milk, opt for toast or green tea instead? i've been told several times the alternatives are not nice, or "you get used to them" . though oat milk sounds nice idea on cereal, not for tea or coffee.

Agreed. A few weeks ago we went to Bombay Aloo in Ship Street which is a Vegan curry place. Nothing wrong with the curry at all but the kids all ordered milkshakes which were made from soya milk. All three of them said they were awful tasting so we ordered them cokes. I had a sip and I have to say, if I went Vegan, I wouldn't touch soya milk at all. I'd rather go without.

 

[Bevendean Hillbilly]

My other half has been a veggie since she was 8 and my 10 year old recently joined her.

The problem is that he is a dreadful vegetarian because he doesn't like vegetables! He's sticking to it though to his credit.

Me. I support them absolutely but I'm too.set in my meat loving ways.

 

[zefarelly]

Really? This is another reason why I think veganism is just ****ing stupidity. . . . likewise not eating eggs. we have chickens, I feed them well, and eat their eggs . . .what else am I going to do with them ? lacquer the fence? FFS!!!

Found out today that the vegan society are against eating honey. Have to say that surprised me. I was using agave nectar, which is bloody great, and wondered why it existed. Another issue raised due to intensive production and commercialisation I guess. Really can't see the problem in small batch honey.

Also, the blue webber agave plant is used to make tequilla. What an education over breakfast

 

[Hotchilidog]

Really? This is another reason why I think veganism is just ****ing stupidity. . . . likewise not eating eggs. we have chickens, I feed them well, and eat their eggs . . .what else am I going to do with them ? lacquer the fence? FFS!!!

Ooh feel the rage....

 

[zefarelly]

Impressive isn't it ;-)

modern farming and management of livestock leave more than a lot to be desired . . . but we are omnivorous.

Ooh feel the rage....

 

[Gwylan]

Just as an experiment, I made vegan pancakes this morning, using the water from a can of beans instead of egg. They worked a treat (and at about 2p a pancake, they're not expensive either).

I'm still not ready to turn vegan but I can see how people can do it.