Loisa has come out with ready-made sofrito (a combination of tomatoes, red bell peppers, and onions found in Latin cuisines). The product is available in three varieties: Classic, Recaito, and Rojo. Read our review here https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2025issue4/2025_issue4_veggie_bits.php

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The Vegetarian Resource Group’s Annual Scholarship Program for Graduating High School Seniors in the USA Promoting Veganism

Due to the generosity of anonymous donors, The Vegetarian Resource Group each year will award one $10,000 and several $5,000 college scholarships to graduating U.S. high school students who have promoted veganism in their schools and/or communities. Entries may only be sent by students graduating from high school in SPRING 2026

We will accept applications emailed or postmarked on or before FEBRUARY 20, 2026. Early submission is encouraged.

Applicants will be judged on having shown compassion, courage, and a strong commitment to promoting a peaceful world through a vegan diet/lifestyle. Payment will be made to the student’s college (U.S. based only). Winners of the scholarships give permission to release their names to the media. Applications and essays become property of The Vegetarian Resource Group. We may ask finalists for more information. Scholarship winners are contacted by e-mail or telephone. Please look at your e-mail.

If you would like to donate to additional scholarships or internships, go to www.vrg.org/donate

Applications

For information on applying, visit: https://www.vrg.org/student/scholar or call (410) 366-8343 or email [email protected].

This contest is sponsored by The Vegetarian Resource Group/Vegan Journal, PO Box 1463, Baltimore, MD 21203.

Through December 31, 2025, you can give a gift membership to The Vegetarian Resource Group (includes a 1-year subscription to Vegan Journal) for $15 each. Offer is valid in the USA only!

This is a terrific way to share the vegan message, as well as support VRG outreach. Gift subscriptions can be done online by simply typing in your message and the name and address of each gift recipient in the comments field. Go to: www.vrg.org/donate

Cold Brew Coffee Cake photo by Hannah Kaminsky

Hannah Kaminsky shared some Beverage-Inspired Holiday Treats in a previous issue of Vegan Journal. Enjoy: Hot Cocoa Brownies; Maple Brown Sugar-Oat Milk Pops; Cold Brew Coffee Cake; Poached Pear Upside-Down Cake; and Orange-Pepper Peanut Brittle. Find the recipes here: https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2021issue4/2021_issue4_holiday_treats.php

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Caulitos chips are made by combining cauliflower and red lentils! Enjoy them in two varieties: Sea Salt or Dairy-Free Nacho. Read the review here https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2025issue4/2025_issue4_veggie_bits.php

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Seitan Brat Crostini photo by Rissa Miller

Are you still searching for ideas on what to serve during the holiday season? Why not try Fancy Vegan Toasts! Jason Yowell offered these creative recipes in a previous issue of Vegan Journal: Mushroom Medley Toasts with Herbed Cashew Cheeze; Seitan “Brat” Crostini; Sweet Potato Toasts with Beet Purée; BLT Toasts; and Sweet Cream & Fruit Tartine.

See: https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2021issue3/2021_issue3_fancy_toasts.php

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Salsa Queen has manufactured salsa that is freeze-dried. All you need to do is add water when ready to use the product. Read our review here https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2025issue4/2025_issue4_veggie_bits.php

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Watch this short VRG video: https://youtube.com/shorts/0NWPHHjqzm0?feature=share

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This year The Vegetarian Resource Group awarded $50,000 in scholarship money to graduating high school seniors promoting veganism. Read all about the wonderful work these young adults are doing throughout the USA in Vegan Journal here: https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2025issue4/2025_issue4_2025_scholarship_winners.php

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