Choosing a vegetarian lifestyle is not only for the "elite"

Choosing a vegetarian lifestyle is not only for the "elite"

The concept of vegetarianism in the Philippines is usually labeled as elitist, but not for me. When I turned
vegetarian, I did not know even know the meaning of “elite.” I actually did not know who they are. All I know is when I turned vegetarian it helped reduce the number of suffering animals for food, protect the environment and improve myself.

When people find out someone is vegetarian, the number one question on most meat-eaters' minds is, "What do you eat?" My straightforward answer would always be “vegetables of course.”

Some people would wonder if I came from a family in the upper crust of society because of understanding that vegetarian food is expensive, and maintaining the lifestyle would be that, expensive. A lot of people, even friends and my own relatives do not really know the meaning of being a vegetarian. Well there is really no “elite” factor with what I am doing.

Here in the Philippines, one of the reasons why the concept of vegetarianism is not that popular compared to
other countries is because of that misconception. If you really think about it, aren’t vegetables cheaper than meat? Plant farming is actually cheaper than livestock farming, since one needs lesser energy in producing plants than raising, slaughtering, and transporting animals.

They say that it is hard to be vegetarian in the Philippines. (this was not developed). During the time of our ancestors, hunting and gathering were the main means of acquiring food. planted crops and hunted animals. This perpetuated the eating of meat. But come to think of it, there the country is rich in farmland, after all, we are an agricultural country. Geographically speaking, our soil is rich and our weather is friendly to plant farming. If we can find ways to maximize the use of this land, then there will be enough cheaper food for everyone and hunger might be eliminated finally. Unfortunately, this is not realized by most people. They still maintain what they were used to eating.

The Philippines is a poor country economically, but not in natural resources which we can tap to feed the hungry masses and provide livelihood for the many. But Filipinos suffer still from the greed of the landlords whose mindset is to supply what is being demanded – animal meat. Instead of spending the money on planting vegetable crops, hog or poultry raising is done. A UN study in a year shows that livestock production is one of the “most significant contributors to today's most serious environmental problems.

Livestock production occupies 70% of all land used for agriculture, or 30% of the land surface of the planet.
It is one of the largest sources of greenhouse gases, responsible for 18% of the world's greenhouse gas emissions as measured in CO2 equivalents. It is also “a key factor driving deforestation, in the Amazon basin 70% of previously forested area is now occupied by pastures and the remainder used for feedcrops.

Through deforestation and land degradation, livestock is also driving reductions in biodiversity." UN (2006)
further recommended that animal agriculture "be a major policy focus when dealing with problems of land
degradation, climate change and air pollution, water shortage and water pollution, and loss of biodiversity.”
Choosing a vegetarian lifestyle is not only for the elite. Being vegetarian is actually not going expensive. After
all, it is more costly when a meat eater gets sick in time because of all the toxins in meat that s/he consumed.

To switch to a vegetarian lifestyle is to slowly reduce your risks of getting sick and spending more money on
medication. Being vegetarian is a wise option health-wise and environmental wise.

Eat Green Live Well Go Vegan

International ramp and commercial Czech model Milena Krahulcova covergirl of UNO Magazine May 2008

invites you to Eat Green Live Well Go Vegan this June 28 2010

Eat Green Live Well Go Vegan

likha diwa sa gulod

likha diwa sa gulod
#1 Lt. J. Francisco Street, Brgy. Krus na Ligas , Quezon City

VAT REG. TIN 202-252-302-000

Veggie Kare-Kare 100 Php
Shrimp Chopsuey 100 Php
Lemon Grass 60 Php
Veggie Pansit 120 Php

It was not my first time to eat here - Likha Diwa. In fact a few years ago I searched it using bike because places in U.P. like this is hard to find but for a vegetarian like me there is no reason not to go here. The food is satisfying at the same time affordable. The place is so homey , there's a floor you can sit while eating. The default for rice meal is red rice, organic and much healthier than white rice. The place was well designed and mostly they have art exhibits.

Since the place is hard to find, the day when I went here is disappointing. It was raining and I grab my gf that day to eat nutritious food instead of meat. The place was full, the service was real slow, I need to eat already, it's getting late. Thank gf I have crackers, I ate 2 packs to lessen my starvation. When my food was there it was like just an obligation. Because I just need to eat.

Despite of the bad experience I would still eat here, but I would not recommend this to my friends, their service might be slower the next time. If Karuna (U.P. veg resto near romulo hall) didn't close I would choose to go there instead. The next time I will eat here I will eat some food first. Just to make sure I will not starve that hard anymore. Thank you likha diwa sa gulod, one of the place you can eat vegetarian.

likha diwa sa gulod

likha diwa sa gulod
#1 Lt. J. Francisco Street, Brgy. Krus na Ligas , Quezon City

What's vegetarian in Angel's Pizza

Some might say that pizzas are for meat lovers only.

But not in Angel's Pizza, they've got something for us vegetarians.

They do have a hand tossed vegetarian pizza topped with mushroom, green pepper, onion, tomato and mozzarella cheese. Sorry vegans not for you  this time, it has cheese!
For those who doesn't know what vegan is read this!



Yes , this is one of Angel's top 10 Pizza flavors. I had the chance to taste their vegetarian pizza and it really taste good.
One day I'm gonna bring by veggie friends here and will treat them out.
I can say that Angel's Pizza is a veg friendly restaurant because they have veg options both for pizza and pasta.
So if you are longing for an Italian food and you are a vegetarian go ahead and try Angel's vegetarian pizza.
Oh! by the way they also have pesto and ariabiata for pasta options, both meat free pasta.

They also have carrot cake which is so yummy. I also recommend you to grab a bite of it. It's rare for a pizza store to serve carrot cake so thank God they do have here. Aside from it's healthy it's not that expensive.

Prices here at Angel's Pizza are reasonable compared to the top pizza stores. So what are you waiting for? go to this heavenly place and eat your pizza pie. They do have meals that will satisfy you even if you are a vegetarian like me. Free of cholesterol, trans fat, and cruelty.

For deliveries, call 922-22-22
They  have ranches in Fairview, Kalayaan QC, Malate, Makati, Pasig, Paranaque, Recto,UN Ave.,Dagupan
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What's vegetarian in Angel's Pizza

Some might say that pizzas are for meat lovers only.

But not in Angel's Pizza, they've got something for us vegetarians.

They do have a hand tossed vegetarian pizza topped with mushroom, green pepper, onion, tomato and mozzarella cheese. Sorry vegans not for you  this time, it has cheese!
For those who doesn't know what vegan is read this!