1Big Vegan Flavor by Nisha Vora
Nisha Vora, the cook behind Rainbow Plant Life, wrote the book for vegans who want food that tastes amazing, not just healthy. It has 150 recipes and teaches the techniques behind them, like caramelising, braising and building layers of flavour, so they can cook better without a recipe too. It was an instant New York Times bestseller.
Pros
- 150 recipes with real depth.
- Teaches techniques, not just recipes.
- Instant bestseller.
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2The Korean Vegan Cookbook by Joanne Lee Molinaro
Joanne Lee Molinaro's book pairs plant-based Korean recipes with stories from her family's history, so it's a cookbook they'll read as well as cook from. Dishes run from jjajangmyun noodles to chocolate sweet potato cake. It was an instant New York Times bestseller.
Pros
- Bold Korean flavours.
- Moving family stories.
- Instant bestseller.
Cons
- Some ingredients need an Asian supermarket.
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3Tofuture tofu press
Pressing tofu is the secret to crisp, chewy tofu that soaks up marinade, and it's a faff with tea towels and heavy books. The Tofuture press holds a block in a tub with silicone bands, so it presses in the fridge while they get on with other things. It doubles as a container for marinating and storing.
Pros
- Crisper, tastier tofu.
- No mess with tea towels.
- Marinate and store in it.
Cons
- Fits a standard block, so larger ones need cutting.
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4Bragg nutritional yeast, 2-pack
Nutritional yeast is the vegan's secret ingredient for cheesy sauces, popcorn and pasta. Bragg's is a favourite, with a nutty, cheesy flavour and a big dose of vitamin B12, which vegans need to get from somewhere. The two shaker tubs live happily next to the salt and pepper.
Pros
- Cheesy flavour with no dairy.
- High in vitamin B12.
- Gluten free.
Cons
- A practical gift, so pair it with a cookbook.
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5Dr. Bronner's peppermint castile soap
Many vegans care about what goes on their skin as much as what they eat. Dr. Bronner's castile soap is certified vegan, made with organic and fair trade oils and never tested on animals. The peppermint version tingles, and one bottle covers body wash, hand soap and cleaning.
Pros
- Certified vegan and cruelty-free.
- Organic, fair trade oils.
- One bottle, many uses.
Cons
- Needs diluting for most uses.
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What to buy someone who loves plant-based living
Vegans are used to checking everything, so make sure every gift is vegan, including books and toiletries. The best gifts for vegans are cookbooks that make food exciting and kitchen tools that make plant cooking easier. A good cookbook suits almost any vegan. Avoid leather, wool and silk.
How we picked these gifts for vegans
We picked each product for what vegans enjoy and because it makes sense as a present. The order is our own choice. The pros and cons come from published product details, not customer reviews.
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