Year of Green

Date: Thursday, January 15

The Delivery: Reading material on how to green your home
Staff Pick: Karyn Siegel-Maier's The Naturally Clean Home takes DIY to a whole new level

The DL: From the look of it, it appears 2009 is going to be the year of going green, and as we said before, it's all about small steps. So pick up a helpful book, such as those shown above, and start greening it up!

Have Some Cheese with that Cake

Date: Wednesday, January 14

The Delivery: Cool, eco-conscious toe-socks, some raw-chocolate truffles, two dark-chocolate bars, several books, and a luscious-looking cheesecake
Staff Pick: We were blown away by the delivery of this cheesecake from Follow Your Heart

The DL: We thought Christmas was over at the VNHQ. That was until this morning when this oh-so-delicious-looking cheesecake came through our door. Its ingredients include Follow Your Heart's new cream cheese and sour cream products, and looks exactly like the real dairy-laden thing! We definitely can't wait to get our hands on a slice. Thanks, Earth Island!

Take a Stand!

Date: Tuesday, January 13

The Delivery: A stainless-steel mug, a reusable bag, three organic-cotton t-shirts, and some sparkling beverages (not vegan, unfortunately)
Staff Pick: Revenge Is... introduces a new type of revenge—helping the environment!

The DL: Those weight-loss resolutions are so passé. Why not change it up this year and resolve to take small steps to help the planet? One would be to stop using disposable cups and water bottles already! Stainless-steel is the way to go, and this mug even has an integrated tea strainer. You can't get any better than that!

Give Us That Parma!

Date: Monday, January 12

The Delivery: A huge bag of Parma!
Staff Pick: We just can't get enough of Parma!, and Eat in the Raw has most definitely obliged us

The DL: Nothing short of chaos ensues at the VNHQ if our Parma! stash runs low. Thanks to this bulk delivery today, we won't have to worry for quite some time. What a wonderful way to start the week!

Book It!

Date: Wednesday, January 7

The Delivery: Two vegan-friendly books
Staff Pick: Veganism and athleticism go hand-in-hand with Brendan Brazier's new book, Thrive

The DL: It may have been a small delivery today, but what it lacked in quantity, it made up for in quality. It's always exciting when veganism is accurately represented as a diet not lacking in the nutrients needed for athletic performance. The VN team definitely is an active bunch, and Brazier's book looks to be an informative guide.

Raw Power, Baby!

Date: Tuesday, January 6

The Delivery: A rawsome onesie and a box full of raw chocolate
Staff Pick: Baby or no baby, this onesie from Rock n Roll Babies is pretty darn cute

The DL: As featured in the May+June 2008 issue of VegNews Magazine, there is quite a debate going on about the issue of procreating. No matter what side you're on, it's hard to disagree with the notion that it's important to raise socially conscious children, and this adorable baby's garment seems to do just that.

A Fresh Start

Date: Monday, January 5

The Delivery: Some reading material, and fresh-and-healthy condiments
Staff Pick: These probiotic-infused salsas and relishes from Zukay Live Foods are now vegan

The DL: VegNews is back to the grindstone after a wonderful holiday, and what better way to start the New Year than with new products! We sure do like our condiments during lunchtime, and this garlic-dill relish looks like a delicious addition. Bring on the tofu dogs!

Season's Greetings!

Date: Wednesday, December 24

The Delivery: Two US Canteens and some dark chocolate
Staff Pick: Chocolate's always good during the holidays, and Shaman Chocolates are both gourmet and organic

The DL: There's no such thing as too many sweets during this festive time of the year, and we here at VegNews wish everyone a very wonderful and compassionate holiday. Please take note that the VNHQ will be closed starting December 25 and reopening January 5. Happy Holidays!

Hot Hand-Bag

Date: Tuesday, December 23

The Delivery: A vegan-friendly handbag, organic sugar-cookie mix, a book, and Brain Toniq

Staff Pick: Hit the town in style with vegan handbags from Vegetarian Shoes and Bags

The DL: This gorgeous bag has been catching a lot of eyes at the VNHQ. Too bad there's only one. Whether you're doing the casual thing or having a night on the town, this handbag will make a great accessory.

Sweets for Your Smoocher

Date: Monday, December 22

The Delivery: A chic faux-leather laptop carrier, a bounty of books, sweet-tasting lip balms, a peanut butter-chocolate bar, reusable bags, and some fabulous-looking fudge

Staff Pick: Cure your ice cream cravings with Crazy Rumors A La Mode Lip Balm

The DL: It's hard to escape dry lips in the middle of winter, and vegan lip balm is not always the easiest to come by. So, we are quite excited to try these ice cream-flavored lip balms with such decadent flavors as Mint Chocolate and Almond Fudge!

Ringing in the New Year, VegNews Style

Date: Friday, December 19

The Delivery: A beautiful bouquet of fresh herbs from Forty Oaks Farm and the January+February '09 issue of VegNews Magazine

Staff Pick: It's time to relax and feel good with our brand new issue!

The DL: So sue us for featuring our own product, but we are super excited about our fresh-off-the-presses Feel-Good Food issue of VegNews! And what's not to be ecstatic about? We don't want to give anything away, but we're pretty darn sure you won't be disappointed.

Sea the Beauty

Date: Wednesday, December 17

The Delivery: All-natural, zero-calorie sweetener, a couple boxes of festive chocolates, fresh-scented body products, healthier soda-pop, and a book

Staff Pick: Smell good without all the cruelty with One With Nature sea mineral body products

The DL: The One With Nature skincare line employs a give-and-take philosophy when it comes to its products. Salt and mud from the Dead Sea are the products' main ingredients, and part of the company's profits go toward Dead Sea preservation efforts.

Twinkies, You Say?

Date: Friday, December 12

The Delivery: Baked potato chips, yummy vegan sweets, a leather-free soccer ball, and some dietary supplements

Staff Pick: Vegans can really have anything our hearts desire, even Twinkies!

The DL: To tell you the truth, many of us here at the VNHQ believed our days of eating Twinkies were over after adopting the vegan lifestyle. But we are once again united with these sweet treats thanks to Dulce Vegan! The cruelty-free version beats the old-school snack hands-down, being just as sweet without the overly processed factor.

Stay Educated

Date: Thursday, December 11

The Delivery: Vegan doughnuts and chocolate-dipped pretzels, some organic chocolate, our usual shipment of Clif Bars, a CD, several documentaries, a children's book, and an all-natural veggie-fiber facial-sponge

Staff Pick: Get educated with the new, informative documentaries that are being released including Flow and Blinders

The DL: Though not always pleasant to watch, documentaries are a great way to get informed and to inform others about a topic of interest. Luckily, a great deal of these films focus on animal rights and the environment, making it even easier to spread the word about vegetarianism.

Just Bag It!

Date: Wednesday, December 10

The Delivery: Loads of seasonal chocolate, good-for-you dark-chocolate bars, reusable bags, and some hemp products

Staff Pick: There's no more having to worry about paper or plastic with ChicoBag's pocket-size reusable bags

The DL: It feels wonderful to say, "No bag please," in the store check-out line, but it can definitely be a hassle to lug all your recyclable bags around. This is where the Vita bag comes to the rescue. It's plenty big and can hold up to 40 pounds, but can also fold up into a tiny ball that fits right into your pocket. Now that's what we call thrifty!