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Scoop
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Delicious Deli Meats For Vegans
Press Release – Vegan Society The Vegan Society of Aotearoa's seventh annual Sausage and Deli Awards are being judged on 23rd June and the Society is delighted that the annual food awards continue to grow, as more products come out that need recognition. The vegan food awards will always showcase the excellence that can be found in plant-based foods. The range of deli style not meats is well represented in Aotearoa and these healthier alternatives can be found in all good supermarkets across the country. Plant-based foods are great for the environment, requiring much less land and water than animal products, plus no animals were harmed during their production. The categories this year are: Breakfast Sausage Bangers BBQ Hotdogs and Sausage Rolls Speciality Sausage Chorizo Pastrami Cold Cuts (chicken, turkey, salami) Bacon Style Burger Patties Hot Served 'Meats' 'Seafood' Style Paté Innovation Category (Producers using innovative ingredients such as jackfruit, banana blossom, tempeh, congak, fungus etc, to create a unique vegan meat option.) Last year's Supreme Award winner was Vegan Smoked Sausage with Szechuan Sauce (Blissful, 'Whole Perfect Food' brand), the judges were particularly impressed, saying it was a fantastic special sausage. Great spice and good presentation. Engaging texture and moisture. Good in stir fried noodles and rice because of Asian flavour background. The judges this year are food and beverage industry experts, Aaron Pucci and Jasbir Kaur, both highly respected in their fields with a wealth of expertise between them. Favourite vegan funny man Tom Sainsbury, whose great love of vegan sausages has helped lend a voice of the public to the proceedings. The almighty and formidable vegan pie maker, Jason Hay of Richoux Patisserie, is crossing the line this year to become Judge Jason and we also excited to welcome seasoned Executive Chef with a proven track record at Sudima Auckland Airport, Rodney Gomes excels in innovative menu creation and managing high-volume kitchen operations. 'We are so excited to have our new deli meats categories, which recognise the quality and care that goes into producing great plant-based alternatives for meat products. We urge all manufacturers to try their luck and see if their product has what it takes to win our judges over. With the rising cost of living, eating plants will always be a good thing, providing healthier foods with lower emissions, helping to look after our home.' said Media Spokesperson, Claire Insley With so many categories to munch their way through, these judges will really be getting their teeth into it. To find out more about the awards go to More about the Vegan Society Aotearoa New Zealand: The Vegan Society supports and facilitates a vegan lifestyle and plant-based eating by creating a vibrant, visible and influential community, and by providing resources and information.
Scoop
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Delicious Deli Meats For Vegans
Press Release – Vegan Society With so many categories to munch their way through, these judges will really be getting their teeth into it. The Vegan Society of Aotearoa's seventh annual Sausage and Deli Awards are being judged on 23rd June and the Society is delighted that the annual food awards continue to grow, as more products come out that need recognition. The vegan food awards will always showcase the excellence that can be found in plant-based foods. The range of deli style not meats is well represented in Aotearoa and these healthier alternatives can be found in all good supermarkets across the country. Plant-based foods are great for the environment, requiring much less land and water than animal products, plus no animals were harmed during their production. The categories this year are: Breakfast Sausage Bangers BBQ Hotdogs and Sausage Rolls Speciality Sausage Chorizo Pastrami Cold Cuts (chicken, turkey, salami) Bacon Style Burger Patties Hot Served 'Meats' 'Seafood' Style Paté Innovation Category (Producers using innovative ingredients such as jackfruit, banana blossom, tempeh, congak, fungus etc, to create a unique vegan meat option.) Last year's Supreme Award winner was Vegan Smoked Sausage with Szechuan Sauce (Blissful, 'Whole Perfect Food' brand), the judges were particularly impressed, saying it was a fantastic special sausage. Great spice and good presentation. Engaging texture and moisture. Good in stir fried noodles and rice because of Asian flavour background. The judges this year are food and beverage industry experts, Aaron Pucci and Jasbir Kaur, both highly respected in their fields with a wealth of expertise between them. Favourite vegan funny man Tom Sainsbury, whose great love of vegan sausages has helped lend a voice of the public to the proceedings. The almighty and formidable vegan pie maker, Jason Hay of Richoux Patisserie, is crossing the line this year to become Judge Jason and we also excited to welcome seasoned Executive Chef with a proven track record at Sudima Auckland Airport, Rodney Gomes excels in innovative menu creation and managing high-volume kitchen operations. 'We are so excited to have our new deli meats categories, which recognise the quality and care that goes into producing great plant-based alternatives for meat products. We urge all manufacturers to try their luck and see if their product has what it takes to win our judges over. With the rising cost of living, eating plants will always be a good thing, providing healthier foods with lower emissions, helping to look after our home.' said Media Spokesperson, Claire Insley With so many categories to munch their way through, these judges will really be getting their teeth into it. To find out more about the awards go to The Vegan Society supports and facilitates a vegan lifestyle and plant-based eating by creating a vibrant, visible and influential community, and by providing resources and information.
Scoop
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Delicious Deli Meats For Vegans
The Vegan Society of Aotearoa's seventh annual Sausage and Deli Awards are open for registration and the Society is delighted that the annual food awards continue to grow, as more products come out that need recognition. The vegan food awards will always showcase the excellence that can be found in plant-based foods. Entries must be on sale in NZ and are welcomed from all countries. The range of deli style not meats is well represented in Aotearoa and these healthier alternatives can be found in all good supermarkets across the country. Plant-based foods are great for the environment, requiring much less land and water than animal products, plus no animals were harmed during their production. The categories this year are: Breakfast Sausage Bangers BBQ Hotdogs and Sausage Rolls Speciality Sausage Chorizo Pastrami Cold Cuts (chicken, turkey, salami) Bacon Style Burger Patties Hot Served 'Meats' 'Seafood' Style Paté Innovation Category (Producers using innovative ingredients such as jackfruit, banana blossom, tempeh, congak, fungus etc, to create a unique vegan meat option.) Last year's Supreme Award winner was Vegan Smoked Sausage with Szechuan Sauce (Blissful, 'Whole Perfect Food' brand), the judges were particularly impressed, saying it was a fantastic special sausage. Great spice and good presentation. Engaging texture and moisture. Good in stir fried noodles and rice because of Asian flavour background. The judges this year are food and beverage industry experts, Aaron Pucci and Jasbir Kaur, both highly respected in their fields with a wealth of expertise between them. Favourite vegan funny man Tom Sainsbury, whose great love of vegan sausages has helped lend a voice of the public to the proceedings. The almighty and formidable vegan pie maker, Jason Hay of Richoux Patisserie, is crossing the line this year to become Judge Jason and we also excited to welcome seasoned Executive Chef with a proven track record at Sudima Auckland Airport, Rodney Gomes excels in innovative menu creation and managing high-volume kitchen operations. 'We are so excited to have our new deli meats categories, which recognise the quality and care that goes into producing great plant-based alternatives for meat products. We urge all manufacturers to try their luck and see if their product has what it takes to win our judges over. With the rising cost of living, eating plants will always be a good thing, providing healthier foods with lower emissions, helping to look after our home.' said Media Spokesperson, Claire Insley With so many categories to munch their way through, these judges will really be getting their teeth into it. To find out more about the awards go to
Yahoo
15-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Chick-Fil-A Has One Feature In Its Restaurants That McDonald's Has Been Getting Rid Of
For both kids and parents, going out to eat is a family affair. Even a trip to a fast food joint is an opportunity to make memories. One of the most exciting parts of fast food dining as a child has always been making a pitstop at the playground, full-bellied from burgers and french fries — McDonald's top selling item. Unfortunately, many restaurants have shifted focus away from playgrounds. Luckily for those who love an indoor play place, not all fast food joints have completely given up on this kid-friendly attraction. Namely, Chick-Fil-A continues to stand as one of the few restaurants that still offer playgrounds for its younger patrons -- but not at every location. Chick-Fil-A customers looking to pass down their fast food traditions to the younger generation can see which store has a playground via Chick-Fil-A's official website and app. This is easily done by selecting the playground filter when searching for nearby locations. Those concerned about potential germs in the play place can rest assured that Chick-Fil-A's playgrounds are sanitized nightly and disinfected bi-weekly via steam. Although not every Chick-Fil-A store has a playground, there may be alternatives. Some locations offer an indoor play experience like ball pits as well as kids' menu activities. Both of which are great ways to keep them entertained and engaged. Read more: Ranking Fast Food Burgers From Worst To Best, According To Reddit Perhaps the biggest reason that playgrounds are largely a thing of the past is due to increasing concerns about injury and pathogens. In 1995 and 1999, McDonald's agreed to pay two multi-million dollar settlements (one for $4 million in damages to the government, and another wherein the company would finance $5 million for a safety campaign) related to injuries at various playgrounds. As recently as 2019, the Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled certain McDonald's playground equipment after receiving 34 reports of related injuries. Turning to pathogens, a 2011 investigation conducted by university professor, Erin Carr-Jordan, uncovered that playgrounds at multiple fast food chains, contained strains of various dangerous pathogens that can cause food-borne illness, and even MRSA (via QSR Magazine). It's possible that these multiple controversies caused many fast food restaurants to pull back from featuring playgrounds, but another major blow likely came from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2020, McDonald's and other stores shuttered playgrounds to assist in measures taken to combat the spread of germs during the pandemic. In the end, many restaurants have seemed to shift focus away from reopening these playgrounds, favoring other marketing ventures. Interestingly, nostalgia still does play a large factor in many of these campaigns, such as the revitalization of McDonald's Szechuan Sauce. This isn't to say that fast food playgrounds have entirely disappeared. Aside from Chick-Fil-A, the World's Largest Entertainment McDonald's offers the likes of a full arcade and completely intact PlayPlace for kids to enjoy. Want more food knowledge? Sign up to our free newsletter where we're helping thousands of foodies, like you, become culinary masters, one email at a time. Read the original article on Food Republic.
