Vegan Christmas (over 70 Amazing Vegan Recipes For The Festive Season And Holidays, From Avant Garde Vegan)

By (author) Oakley, Gaz
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First ever vegan Christmas cookbook, from YouTube and Instagram sensation Avant Garde Vegan
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Vegans and vegetarians everywhere will have the best holiday period ever with Gaz Oakley''s fantastic alternatives to the trad turkey and trimmings. Gaz is an expert in bold flavours and textures, so everyone can enjoy a spectacular centrepiece and amazing food throughout the festive season.

Gaz talks you through the menus and the planning, from Christmas morning breakfast like Sweet Potato Waffles and Tofu Benedict, through to a show-stopping lunch with the likes of Ultimate Christmas Wellington, "Turkey" Roast and Festive Nut Roast Wreath served with all the trimmings: "No Pigs" in Blankets, Hasselback Potatoes and Fluffy Yorkshire Puddings – all rounded off with spectacular dairy-free puds including Boozy Tiramisu and Creme Brûlée Tarts. There are vegan versions of mince pies, Pavlova and the traditional Christmas Pudding with Custard, and even a "cheese" board for afters! And it''s not just about the big day: Gaz offers a supreme spread of party food for when you''re celebrating with guests - Mini Sausage Rolls, Sticky BBQ "Ribs" and Arancini, among many others, plus ideas for Boxing Day leftovers including Bubble & Squeak, Christmas Curry and Gyros.

Packed with suggestions for the festivities and advice on how to keep cool in the kitchen if you''re cooking on the big day, Vegan Christmas Cookbook offers every solution you''ll ever need for what to cook for vegans and vegetarians at Christmas.

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There’s substance behind the hype: his recipes taste wonderful and (applause) he has a way of creating a sauce that tastes properly cheesy, yet without a whisper of dairy in sight. These dishes from his new book are fit for any celebratory, all-the-trimmings spread – whether you’re vegan or not…
Biographical note
Gaz Oakley is passionate about vegan cooking. He became a chef in Cardiff, UK, at the age of 15. Inspired to follow a healthier lifestyle, he decided to change his diet and go vegan. Using the techniques he had learned working as a professional chef, he started devising beautiful, innovative vegan dishes. His Instagram and youtube channel @avantgardevegan has been phenomenally successful. His first book Vegan 100 was an instant hit worldwide; this is his second book.