eBites Spring 2026

Spring is a time for fresh ideas and new voices – and in this issue we’re celebrating both. 

Our Veggie Voices competition (page 8) invites older vegans and vegetarians to share the stories behind their lifestyle choices. From f irst inspiration to lifelong commitment, these personal journeys will come together in an exhibition at the Whitworth Art Gallery in Manchester this autumn. We hope you’ll take part. 

This issue also marks Nutrition and Hydration Week. Roving Chef Ollie highlights our food fortification guide (page 3), with a focus on protein – a key nutrient for maintaining strength and wellbeing as we age. 

Making sure dietary choices are understood and respected in care settings is equally important. Our new digital carers’ guide (page 6) helps older veg*ns communicate their needs clearly with carers and support staff. In this issue, Karin shares her father’s experience of maintaining his vegan values in later life. 

Meanwhile, VfL’s chefs continue their inspiring outreach work – supporting communities and helping care providers better understand the needs of older vegans and vegetarians (page 4). If you know a group or organisation that would welcome a cookery demonstration or talk from one of our chefs, we’d love to hear from you. 

Primary Audience

This publication is aimed at older vegans and vegetarians and those who cater for them.