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Vegan America
January 02, 2026
Edition no. 59
Food, Beverages and Supplements
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Cosmetics and Skincare
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Fashion
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The Vegan America Weekly Brands
Date Smarter Snacks: Naturally Sweet, Guilt-Free Indulgence
Date Smarter is all about reinventing snacking with real, plant-powered goodness. Their chocolate covered date caramels are sweetened naturally with fruit and packed with clean ingredients like organic dates, cacao beans, tapioca fiber syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract. For fans of extra flavor, varieties like peanut butter or peppermint blend in organic peanuts or natural peppermint for a twist that still stays vegan, gluten free, dairy free, and refined sugar free. These snacks are crafted to satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping your body happy.
What makes Date Smarter unique is how it uses whole food ingredients to deliver sweetness and nutrition in every bite. Dates bring natural fiber, antioxidants, and potassium to the table and help avoid sugar crashes common with traditional sweets. The addition of inulin and coconut sugar supports steady energy, and simple, organic elements like cacao and peanuts create satisfying, crave-worthy flavor without artificial additives. For anyone looking for a treat that’s as thoughtful as it is tasty, Date Smarter is a snack that feels good from first bite to last.
Try Date Smarter today and snack your way to better energy and balance.
Wholesome Bites for Busy Days
Cravers Snacks turns everyday cravings into better-for-you choices you can feel good about. Each bar and bite brings bold flavor and high-quality ingredients with real benefits. Their lineup features plant protein, almonds, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, and dried fruits for natural texture and sweetness. With options like Chocolate Sea Salt and Cranberry Almond Crunch, Cravers blends nutrient rich elements like pumpkin seeds and flax seeds into every recipe to support energy, fiber, and lasting satisfaction.
What makes Cravers special is how they combine simple ingredients with enjoyable taste. There are no artificial additives or fillers, just straightforward goodness that fuels your day without a sugar crash. Whether you’re fueling a workout, topping off your afternoon, or packing snacks for the kids, Cravers gives you something wholesome and delicious in every bite.
Snack smarter and savor the flavor—discover Cravers today and let every craving be a chance to nourish your body.
Botanical Baths Begin Here
SunnieMade makes bathing something you look forward to with bar soaps that are simple, natural, and wonderfully effective. Their handcrafted bars combine plant based goodness like olive oil for deep hydration, coconut oil for gentle cleansing, and shea butter for soft, smooth skin. Every bar is also infused with botanical elements such as oat milk to soothe sensitive skin, activated charcoal to clarify, and essential oils for uplifting scent and balance. With no harsh chemicals or synthetic fragrances, SunnieMade makes it easy to care for your skin with ingredients you recognize and trust.
What sets SunnieMade apart is their focus on clean skin that feels good and smells delightful. Each soap brings together nature’s best to leave your body refreshed, nourished, and balanced. Whether you’re after a calming lavender bar to unwind, a lively citrus bar for a morning pick-me-up, or a deeply cleansing charcoal bar after a long day, SunnieMade delivers quality you can feel from the first lather.
Elevate your daily routine with thoughtfully made bar soap — discover SunnieMade and treat your skin to pure, joyful care.
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U-LUV Cookies: Allergy-Friendly Treats That Taste Amazing
U-LUV Cookies are heart-crafted snacks made for everyone to enjoy, even those with food sensitivities. These cookies are free from the top 14 common allergens, including gluten, dairy, soy, nuts, and eggs, and they use clean, natural ingredients like rice flours, pure cane sugar, applesauce, and real cocoa for rich flavor and great texture. You’ll find irresistible options like Brownie, Cherry Brownie, Snickerdoodle, Birthday Cake, Lemon, and Mint Brownie, each giving you a soft, chewy bite without artificial preservatives, colors, or flavors.
What makes U-LUV Cookies special is how they deliver real cookie satisfaction while still being mindful of dietary needs. Whether you’re packing snacks for school, sharing at gatherings, or just craving something sweet, these cookies prove that a better-for-you treat can still be full of flavor. Perfect for families, plant-based lifestyles, or anyone who wants a delicious cookie without compromise.
Give your snack time a joyful twist—discover U-LUV Cookies and taste the difference today.
Animal Organization of the Week
The Wild Animal Sanctuary is a nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and providing lifelong care for captive wildlife especially large carnivores that have been abused, abandoned, illegally kept, or exploited. It was founded in 1980 and is recognized as the oldest and largest sanctuary of its kind in the world.
The Sanctuary operates multiple facilities across the United States, primarily in Colorado, with additional sites including one in Texas. Combined, these locations cover tens of thousands of acres of natural habitat where rescued animals can roam, play, and live freely with others of their own species.
The Sanctuary cares for hundreds of lions, tigers, bears, wolves, and many other animals, providing expert veterinary care, appropriate diets, and enriched environments for their lifelong well-being.
The Weekly Vegan Events
What - A free admission vegan celebration party as part of Veganuary, a plant-based event
When - January 4, 2026 (Sunday) from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm EST
Where - Fantastic Gardens of LI 67 Avery Avenue Patchogue, NY 11772 United States
Free Entrance
What - A free admission vegan celebration party as part of Veganuary, a plant-based event
When - January 3, 2026 (Saturday) from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm EST
Where -78 Parsons Avenue Columbus, OH 43215 United States
Free Entrance
The Weekly Vegan Restaurants
Evergreens is a fast-casual health food restaurant known for fresh, made-to-order salads, wraps, warm grain bowls, and other customizable meals using fresh ingredients perfect for healthy, quick lunches or dinners.
Style & offerings:
Fresh salads and warm bowls with a variety of toppings
Wraps and protein options
Customizable meals where you choose your bases and ingredients
Options often include vegan-friendly and gluten-free items depending on location and menu choices
Where it’s located:
Evergreens has multiple locations across the Pacific Northwest (especially Washington and Oregon). Popular ones include:
Seattle, WA — e.g., at 17801 International Blvd (SeaTac) and 2070 6th Ave
Bellevue, WA — e.g., at 10503 NE 4th Svt
Beaverton, OR — e.g., at 2725 SW Cedar Hills Blvd postmates.com
If you want the exact menu or hours for a specific location, just pick which one!
Vertical Diner is a plant-based vegan diner-style restaurant serving creative comfort food with breakfast all day, burgers, sandwiches, classic diner favorites, and more. all 100% vegan. It has a fun retro-inspired diner vibe with hearty menu items like vegan biscuits and gravy, tofu scrambles, burgers, tacos, and more, attracting both vegans and non-vegans with its flavorful and inventive dishes.
Style:
Casual, retro diner atmosphere
All-vegan menu (breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch)
Comfort food with plant-based twists
Friendly, community-oriented dining experience
Vertical Diner has multiple U.S. locations:
Salt Lake City, Utah: 234 W 900 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101 (main vegan diner location)
Portland, Oregon: 8124 SW Barbur Blvd, Portland, OR 97219 (with a lively diner & Gold Room space)
Additionally, the same group has opened a related vegan spot: Vertical Deli in South Salt Lake, UT focusing on plant-based bowls, sandwiches, burgers, and all-day breakfast if you’re nearby.