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An overhead shot of two vegan squash patties on a speckled brown plate topped with deep green salsa verde and arugula sprouts.

Vegan Squash Patties with Mixed Herb Salsa Verde

Nutty Vegan Breakfast Cookies

An overhead shot of a stew in a braiser-style pot, containing: seared chunks of eggplant, chickpeas, crushed tomatoes, spices, and chopped parsley.

Braised Harissa Eggplant with Chickpeas

Super Savoury Veggie, Hemp & Millet Nuggets - The First Mess

Veggie Nuggets with Broccoli, Hemp & Millet

#vegan bbq lentils with millet "polenta" // via @thefirstmess

Vegan BBQ Lentils with Millet Polenta

Spring Onion Falafel-Style Balls & Some Accompaniments

An overhead shot of a Morocco-inspired vegetable and chickpea stew with a scoop of mixed brown rice on top. The soup is in a red patterned bowl on top of a grey background in evening light.

Flavours of Morocco-Inspired Vegetable and Chickpea Stew

Tempeh Burgers with Millet & Rice

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About Laura Wright

I'm a vegan cookbook author, recipe developer, and I've been a food blogger for over 10 years. Here, you'll find seasonal vegan recipes, wholesome meals, and plenty of feel-good inspiration for a compassionate lifestyle. My hope is to always inspire and encourage anyone, at any level, to try plant-based cooking at home.

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