Ooh-la-la… lactobacillus!
As someone who went vegan before the Greek yogurt craze hit, I never had the chance to try Greek yogurt. So even though I never missed the taste, I did wonder why everyone was so crazy for the sour-smelling stuff! (No, I’m not allergic to dairy, so I could technically take a taste if I wanted to do so.)
However, awhile back, I wrote more about why I chose not to stray from veganism.
Thanks to So Delicious, vegans can now have their Coconut Greek Yogurt and eat it too: Chocolate, Plain, Strawberry, Vanilla, Raspberry & Blueberry!
Other new vegan products on the horizon:
More on these, and other new products, here: New Product Alerts!
Moving on to not-so-happy news:
Most of y’all have probably heard about the magnitude-8.9 earthquake that hit Japan yesterday, killing over 1,000 people. Obviously, a lot of help is going to be needed! It can be so tempting to get overwhelmed, say “How sad,” and then go back to your daily life. But please please don’t! Especially in this Lenten season, try to do something to help. (I’m betting God will consider it a greater Christian sacrifice than giving up sweets! ;))
Will you join me???
I’m going to send some of this month’s blog proceeds to relief organizations.
(Side note: It’s important to pick a reputable charity! Do NOT just give money to someone you don’t know; it’s horrible, but people take advantage of tragedy to run scams.) The American Red Cross and Salvation Army (both of which are accredited by the Better Business Bureau) have announced ways to donate to the relief cause by texting. Donors can text “Japan” to 80888 to donate $10 to Salvation Army efforts. They can visit mobilecause.com for terms and conditions and should respond “Yes” to a “Thank you” message they receive. Donors can text “Redcross” to 90999 to donate the same amount to that organization. Donations can also always be made online to www.redcross.org or www.salvationarmy.org.
And be grateful every single day. Go cuddle with someone you love. Me, I choose to hug these two troublemakers:
Thing One and Thing Two
Faces that could turn even the Grinch’s heart to (vegan) butter!
Who are you currently cuddling?
A child? A boyfriend? A bowl of oatmeal?
(Hey, I won’t judge…)
If ya can’t wait ’til May, here’s a recipe for Vegan Greek Yogurt
BroccoliHut says
Wow! So cool that there is finally a vegan Greek yogurt available.
So nice of you to donate proceeds to relief organizations.
Emma says
Hi Sweetie! You are truly amazing Katie, you really are. Such a kind heart. Thankyou for continuing to write this wonderful blog, highlighting issues in such a mature and sensitive way. CCK world is definately one of my favourite places to visit each day 🙂 I mentioned you in my post – I’ve been experimenting with agar flakes after seeing them on your blog. Sending big hugs xoxo
Alexa @ SimpleEats says
Aw, Katie, you’re such a sweetheart! My heart is going out to everyone in Japan, too. I’m going to donate, I just wish I could physically GO THERE and help. Way to go with your idea 🙂
Marissa says
OMG. This is so exciting! I think Greek yogurt is the dairy food I have missed more than anything, so learning about the vegan version totally made my day!!
Namaste Gurl says
Coconut everything is taking over the world, and I mean it 🙂 Finally people are getting what’s good, huh? 🙂
Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine says
Wait I NEED to find that ASAP!!!!! And the Amy’s pizza….gahhh I’m dying!!
Livvy says
This sounds so good!! I’ll have to keep my eye out for sure:) I am SOOO excited for the coconut bliss new flavors! That chocolate walnut brownie is right up my alley:)
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says
I am beyond excited for this yogurt. And the pizza! I hadn’t heard about that one yet. Any ETA on the pizza?
Coconut Bliss makes an Amaretto flavor that is off the chain. You HAVE to try it if you ever see it. Trust me on this. 🙂
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
I heard the yogurt’s coming out in May, but no clue about the pizza!
Stacey (The Home-Cooked Vegan) says
I’m so excited about vegan Greek yogurt! And all of the other products coming out too!! 🙂 Coconut ice cream sounds a-mazing 🙂
Chris says
Wait, chocolate coconut milk Greek yogurt???? I can’t wait to cuddle with that!!!!!
Christin@purplebirdblog says
I’ve got both my pups by my side right now. And I may not be vegan, but my lactose intolerant self is extremely excited about the coconut milk Greek yogurt… I absolutely CANNOT WAIT!! 🙂
Albizia says
I’m not cuddling anyone at the moment but I feel like doing it all the time. The only problem is that my mum has more important things to do than hugging her crazy daughter 24/7. I’ve been feeling awful ever since I saw the news about the earthquake. I wish I could do something to help. I wish I had a magic wand…
whitney says
What a great idea Katie!
I’m so excited for the coconut greek yogurt, you have no idea! I’ve never had greek yogurt either…
Whitney
A.Cook says
Oh. My. Gaga this post made me SO HAPPY!!! I cannot WAIT for vegan Greek yogurt. I tried the dairy version during my temporary fall from vegan grace and thought it pretty great, mostly due to the fact that it is more filling than regular yogurt (which is helpful for those, like me, who are watching their weight). So, veganized Greek is something I will *definitely* buy. That Amy’s pizza is on my list as well.
On a related note, it is thrilling to me that new, wonderful vegan products continue to be made. It shows that how we spend our consumer dollars does matter!!!
Serena says
When is this stuff hitting the stores?
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
Another blogger said May… but that’s just a rumor!
Raquel says
hey, I saw this stuff at my local Kroger’s here in Fort Worth. They had plain and vanilla, and I bought a vanilla one. it’s not bad, but if, like me, you’re used to the taste of regular dairy yogurt, it’s rather different. Not bad, though! I admit I’m not sure if I like it yet, s weird as that sounds. I need to eat more to find out.
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
Wait… you saw the GREEK yogurt in stores, or just their regular non-dairy yogurt? I heard that the Greek yogurt wasn’t coming out until May.
Raquel says
Ah no! I’m sorry I should have clarified, I wasn’t thinking! It was regular old yogurt. Sorry about that! My only excuse is I was at work and my brain was asleep!
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
Oh good, because I don’t like the regular yogurt either. But I have higher hopes for the Greek one.
ShellBee says
Do u know when the greek yogurt will be out? it’s already mid-June and it’s still not in stores (whole foods….and I put a request in too!), nor is it up on So Delicious’ website…. I wanna eat it!!!! 🙂
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
My friend is going to email me when they release it. Mid summer, she says.
Laurel says
I am also in LOVE with the So Delicious greek yogurt. I just found it the other day at Whole Foods and have been adding big scoops on top of my veggie chili.
I’m also keeping my eye out for the Amy’s pizzas with Daiya cheese and the So Delicious Mint Chocolate milk. Both sound amazing!
Susan Gano says
I need to know where to buy you yogurts. I am allergid to lactose so I figured i would give up the meat too. Never was fond of eatin the animals. I just love them all so much.
Also what ever foods that contain high protein. I had bariatric surgery and need over 60 grams of protein a day because os the non absorbsion of the shorter intestines. I have a 4 ounce pouch now. I love yogurt but did not realize it was making me so ill. I knew I could not drink the milk anymore but never put it together with dairy for a while. Any advise would be appriciated for a new, struggling Vegan. Thnak you for any help you can give me
Susan Gano
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