Vegan Soaps and Cleansing Wipes

The Delivery: Nature’s Beauty(works) all purpose cleansing wipes and soap from Moksa
Staff Pick: Seattle Chai-scented soap

The DL: Chai is a beloved winter-warmer among the VN staff. Nothing beats the swirling scent of earthy cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger—that’s why Editorial Assistant Hilary Pollack wrote the definitive guide to DIY Chai. Speaking of all things sweet and delicious, have you entered our cookie contest yet? You have until 5pm on Saturday to send us your most creative, decadent, mind-blowing holiday cookie recipes for a chance to win won of three great prizes. We can’t think of a better way to kick off the holiday season.

Beans and Bars

The Date: Thursday, July 22
The Delivery: Orchard Bars in three flavors, and The Good Bean in four flavors
Staff Pick: Sweet Cinnamon The Good Beans

The DL: The delivery guys must have known today that we are feeling snacky at the VNHQ. With most of the team in Los Angeles for Animal Rights 2011, those of us remaining are trying to hold down the fort, which can make you really hungry, it turns out. Hummus is typically our go-to means of garbanzo bean consumption, but we look forward to seeing if sweet suits these snacks as well as savory usually does.

A (French) Toast!

Date: Wednesday, April 8
The Delivery: More popsicles, and frozen breakfast goods (some vegan, some not)
Staff Pick: The cinnamon French-toast sticks from Van's look too good to be true

The DL: Let's face it, you can't beat the taste of freshly prepared homemade vegan French-toast. But who has the time to make such a meal except on the weekends? Van's has come to the rescue, and we can't wait to compare them with the real deal!