Vegetarian Resource Page
Vegetarian/vegan food and lifestyle options are more readily available than ever before, thanks in part to the internet. Here are a few suggestions to help you find what you need.
Food
Obviously, food is the major defining characteristic of vegetarian life. Most supermarkets in urban and suburban areas carry vegetarian and vegan specialty foods. Here are some suggestions on where to buy hard-to-find items online.
It's easier than ever to make the switch to meat-free eating, especially with the help of the many delicious meat substitutes available. Generally made from a combination of soy protein, wheat protein, and vegetables, these foods are so tasty that even carnivores will ask for seconds! - Dried TVP (Textured Vegetable Protein) Chunks
- Great in soups, stews, chili, and casseroles.
- Arrive dehydrated - can be stored longer than many other products.
- Easy to use - add them with a little extra water and they'll soften up in no time.
- Not Dogs
- Tastes Like Chik'n
- Praise Seitan

- Seitain
is similar to TVP but not dehydrated.
- Most packages of seitan are available in some kind of marinade.
- Some styles are made to resemble chicken
and are excellent in stir-fry.
- Seitan is excellent for low-carb diets - it is almost entirely protein and fiber!
- Also Available
Cheese Alternatives
Trying to reduce the dairy in your life? Miss that good old mac 'n' cheese from the box? Check out some of these sauces, mac 'n' cheese alternatives, and other foods made with nutritional yeast, a popular substitute that makes great creamy sauces. - Nutritional Yeast
- Nutritional yeast
is your friend. It is healthy and makes delicious creamy sauces. Try itmixed with a little melted margerine or olive oil and a pinch of salt -great on pasta, veggies or chik'n cutlets.
- Look for Red Star
brand - in addition to the handy shaker top, their yeast is fortified with vitamins that can be low in a vegan diet.
- Ready-made foods with nutritional yeast are also available.
Clothing
There are lots of options available for animal-friendly gear! From your shoes to your hat, synthetic products can keep you comfortable and stylish all year long!
Vegan Shoe Brands
| Vegetarian Shoes - Many Shapes and Styles! |
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Stylish red shoes from TUK.  |
Comfy-looking Earth Shoes.  |
Cute little sandals from Dansko  |
(Note: Not all brands listed are strictly vegan; some are, such as the obvioiusly-named Vegan wares. Others, such as Birkenstock, offer both vegan and non-vegan shoes.)
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