A vegetarian diet is good for your health and the environment. So why not set aside at least one day a week for vegetarian options.

Reduce Waste & Air Pollution

Our pig farms alone produce more waste and air pollution than the whole of Gauteng. And industrial farms are among South Africa’s top 10 pollutants.

And that does not include the methane and ammonia gasses, which contribute to the greenhouse effect, released by farm animals and poultry. Nor does it take into account the toxic chemicals from pesticides or exhaust gasses from farm equipment.

In fact, one person eating meat regularly probably contributes more to environmental degradation than a gas-guzzling 4x4. 

Spring is in the Air

Spring is in the air and everything will soon be turning green and fresh. There will be more fruits and vegetables available and vegetarian options will be even more delicious.

‘Vegetables are endlessly interesting to cook and a joy to eat,’ says Deborah Madison, founding chef of Greens restaurant in San Francisco and author of Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone. ‘It's an ever-changing parade of flavors and colors and textures and tastes. Everyone can enjoy them, but vegetarians are more likely to think about cooking and eating vegetables.’

Jamie Oliver Recipe

By cutting out meat at least one day a week you will be helping preserve our planet. So why not take a step to safeguarding the environment by trying this wonderful root vegetable salad on toasted ciabatta adapted from Jamie Oliver.