A Vegan Cookbook and Nail Polish

The Date: Monday, August 1
The Delivery: Quick-Fix Vegan by Robin Robertson and vegan water-based nail polish kits from Acquarella Water Color
Staff Pick: Quick-Fix Vegan

The DL: We know the galley of Quick-Fix Vegan was a staff pick a short while ago, but we can't help it—we're just too excited! Robin Robertson is nothing short of a vegan cooking genius. Our mouths are definitely watering over this new book, in addition to Robin's newest Global Vegan food column in our upcoming September+October issue. Indian-Chinese fusion, yes please! While you're waiting for the new issue to arrive, vote for your favorite vegan restaurant, cheese, chocolate, city, store, cookbook author, blog, website, and more in The 2011 Veggie Awards!

Vegan Books and Cookbooks

The Date: Thursday, June 23
The Delivery: Loving Animals by Kathy Rudy, The Food Prescription for Better Health by Baxter D. Montgomery, Raw Basics by Jenny Ross, and Quick-Fix Vegan by Robin Robertson
Staff Pick: Quick-Fix Vegan
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The DL: We've been looking forward to receiving the draft of Robin Robertson's new cookbook for weeks: This lady is on her 21st cookbook for a reason. Tuscan Vegetable Tart and Chocolate Cheesecake Squares that can be made in 30 minutes or fewer? Challenge accepted. Keep on challenging your inner chef with some chocolate mousse, which just so happens to be this week's What's Cooking. Actually, it's super easy too, and healthy to boot!

VegNews Holiday eCookbook!

The Date: Friday, November 12

The Delivery: A stellar collection of vegan holiday recipes

Staff Pick: The VegNews Holiday eCookbook, of course!

The DL: We are so excited about our newly released Holiday eCookbook, celebrating its one-week anniversary, that we can barely contain ourselves. Inside these virtual pages, you'll find 35 delicious recipes that are literally to-die-for, created by amazing chefs including Tal Ronnen, Robin Robertson, Allison Rivers Samson, and more! Recipes include a Festive Holiday Tart, Classic Cranberry Sauce, White Gingerbread Loaf, and Pumpkin Praline Cheesecake—can we say mouthwatering? Be sure to get your digital copy today!

Party Time

The Date: Tuesday, October 19

The Delivery: New products from Lush, and a book

Staff Pick: Party Vegan! Fabulous, Fun Food for Every Occasion by Robin Robertson

The DL: Who likes parties? We do! VegNews columnist Robin Robertson does! You do! Needless to say, we're all very happy that Robin Robertson's latest cookbook is party-themed, including fête favorites such as Seitan Enchiladas, Spinach-Potato Quesadillas, and Pecan-Pumpkin Pie. Love Robin as much as we do? Check out her recipes for DIY Sushi and Eggplant Kabayaki in our brand-new November+December 2o10 Veggie Awards issue. And then throw a party. We'll just be here, you know, waiting for our invitations.

Vegan Survival Guide

The Date: Friday, August 27
The Delivery: A book, but several copies (possible future giveaway perhaps?)
Staff Pick: Vegan Unplugged by Jon Robertson

The DL: Yes, the author of this book is none other than Robin Robertson's husband. There are even recipes by the vegan cookbook rock star, herself. Go team!

Hot Dog in the City!

The Date: Thursday, April 29
The Delivery: A ton of packages of vegan hot dogs, Aunt Patty's agave syrup, some cherry juice, a non-vegan book, and Robin Robertson's new book, Vegan On the Cheap
Staff Pick: Tofurky hot dogs!

The DL: These babies are for SF Vegan Drinks tonight at Martuni's. If you're in the area, come on out and enjoy one with us!

The Vegan Bible (Belt)

Date: Wednesday, November 18
The Delivery: Some cruelty-free accessories from The Vegan Collection and several more copies of 1,000 Vegan Recipes by Robin Robertson
Staff Pick: The "Sampras" belt from The Vegan Collection

The DL: You can never have too many belts, especially when they're this versatile. Plus, The Vegan Collection donates 25 percent of its profits to animal charities.

Stay tuned for our Robin Robertson cookbook giveaway on Café VegNews!

Dinner and a Movie

Date: Friday, October 9
The Delivery: A new line of chocolates from Lagusta's Luscious, a hefty cookbook, and the documentary film Seeds of Hunger
Staff Pick: 1,000 Vegan Recipes by Robin Robertson

The DL: What can we say, we love our cookbooks here at the VNHQ, and the new collection of recipes from VegNews columnist Robin Robertson is filled to the brim with kitchen inspiration.