Folks who work near Houstons East End will soon have a new spot for morning fuel-ups and quick lunches when Giant Leap Coffee makes its debut.

The brand new coffee purveyor will open inside Headquarters, the 35,000 square foot co-working space at 3302 Canal Street. The shop will serve up freshly-roasted beans from Houstons own Amaya Roasting Company, locally-brewed kombucha, and cold-pressed juices. For those times when something stronger than coffee, a small selection of draft beer will also be on offer.

As far as food is concerned, Giant Leap will pair with popular eateries to provide breakfast and lunch options, though no official line-up has been established just yet. Great Leaps founders are currently in talks with a number of local spots, like El Topo and Pat Greers Kitchen, to provide grab and go options.

Giant Leap Coffee is expected to make its debut at Headquarters before the end of the summer.

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Beverly Hills recent restaurant explosion continues with the imminent opening of Gratitude, a plant-based vegan temple from the Caf Gratitude family. If they dont hit any snags, the first day of service at the sunny indoor-outdoor space in the Golden Triangle will be May 24.

Much like the Newport Beach original version of this spinoff concept, expect organic produce and dairy-free fare from executive chef Dreux Ellis. The menu will actually overlap quite a bit with the even more casual Caf Gratitude, with options for everything from kelp noodles to a full line of cocktails under beverage director Jason Eisner. That means after a hard day of shopping nearby, guests will be able to tuck into a patio seat for a turmeric mule made with alkaline vodka, ginger beer, and (you guessed it) turmeric that they process in-house.

One of the more gorgeous new restaurants slated to open this spring, Gratitude should add further weight to the Beverly Hills dining scene. Long a somewhat staid area for hotel restaurants, tourist traps, and the upscale gems like Spago, Maude, and Cut, the city-within-a-city has in recent years begun a campaign to draw in new life. Sushi Park is reportedly building out the basement of the Beverly Hilton Hotel, Jean-Georges is only a month or so away from opening inside the ritzy Waldorf Astoria, and even Rafael Nadal and Gabriel Iglesias are getting in on the action all while places like Citizen and Ladure churn through crowds nightly on their own.

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NadaMoo!'s Birthday Cake Cookie Dough vegan frozen dessert uses coconut milk as its base. Because of its fat and sugar content, many vegan dairy producers say coconut is simply the easiest vegan platform to build a milk or cream out of. But almond milk is also a common choice, in part because it's so popular with consumers. Courtesy of NadaMoo! hide caption

NadaMoo!'s Birthday Cake Cookie Dough vegan frozen dessert uses coconut milk as its base. Because of its fat and sugar content, many vegan dairy producers say coconut is simply the easiest vegan platform to build a milk or cream out of. But almond milk is also a common choice, in part because it's so popular with consumers.

It was 2 a.m. on a Sunday night in January 2016. Ben and Jerry's flavor guru, Kirsten Schimoler, had been at the ice cream plant in St. Albans, Vt., all weekend. Now she stood mesmerized in the wee hours as 180 cups of non-dairy almond "ice cream" whizzed past her every single minute.

At last, after nine months straight of testing and tinkering at the company's technical development center in the U.K., she had succeeded: The famous ice-cream maker was ready to launch its new line of vegan almond frozen desserts, with flavors like caramel almond brittle or chocolate fudge brownie, among others.

"It isn't easy to make a premium vegan 'ice cream'," says Schimoler of the company's frozen desserts. (Legally, they can't call it ice cream.)

Vegan "ice cream" recipes have been around since at least 1899, when a recipe for a peanut-based ice cream appeared in a Seventh-Day Adventist cookbook. But it wasn't until the 1980s that alternative "ice creams" came of age. Soy versions such as Ice Bean and Tofutti were all the rage, with Tofutti hitting sales of $17 million in 1985, spurring dozens of competitor brands.

The 2000s saw the rise of coconut, cashew and other vegan varieties. These days, vegan "ice creams" are easy to find in the freezer aisle, with everything from almond to avocado subbing in for dairy milk.

How do they do it? Mimicking the creaminess of milk without actual dairy is a big challenge. Milk may look surprisingly simple in its smooth, silky whiteness, but it's actually a complex choreography of water, protein, fat and sugar. When it's made into ice cream, each of those components plays a role.

Ben & Jerry's chose almond milk as its base because it gave the "best, most neutral canvas to let the flavors shine," says Schimoler. But none of the commercial almond milks contained enough almond to make a great frozen dessert.

Getting the vegan milk base right is crucial: Do it wrong and you end up with something that's icy and unappetizing.

NadaMoo!'s Gotta Do Chocolate coconut milk frozen dessert. Getting the vegan milk base right is crucial: Do it wrong and you end up with something that's icy and unappetizing. Courtesy of NadaMoo! hide caption

"The high water content in many vegan milks is the enemy of the creamy mouthfeel," says Afton Cyrus, test cook at America's Test Kitchen in Brookline, Mass., and a contributor to the new cookbook Vegan for Everybody. This is because, says Cyrus, "non-dairy milks generally have high water content and low fat content, which creates hard, icy crystals when frozen."

The more water that is present as ice, the faster the product will melt, and those changes in melting affect the "creamy" perception.

"We make our own almond milk," says Schimoler. "We use coconut oil to mimic milk fat, and pea protein to mimic milk proteins."

Though the exact mix is proprietary, the goal is a homogeneous frozen dessert.

Both protein and fat are natural thickeners. And there's a big difference in the protein and fat content of dairy compared to soy, cashew, coconut, hemp and other vegan milks.

For instance, soy and pea-protein milks contain at least 8 grams of protein per cup similar to dairy while almond milk has only 1 gram. Meanwhile, dairy milk has 2.4 grams of fat, almond milk 3.5 grams and unprocessed coconut milk 57 grams of fat per cup.

For naturally low-fat almond milk, adding coconut oil, as Schimoler did, works well. Coconut oil is similar to butterfat and has been used for centuries to replace butter. Even so, coconut oil is a more saturated fat than that in dairy cream and freezes differently. If you see coconut oil at room temperature, it can be solid, so under freezing conditions it makes for a very firm product.

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"Nondairy milk freezes really, really quickly!" says Schimoler. "I had set the ice cream-making machine to the usual freeze time and my first batch simply wouldn't budge."

Making vegan 'ice cream' "was so different than dairy that we had to throw out conventional approaches," she says.

Freezing temperatures can be altered by the specific types of sugars that are added: For instance, fructose will lower the freezing point of water nearly twice as much as sucrose. This may be one reason why you see both corn syrup and sugar in many vegan frozen desserts.

The goal for any ice cream is to evenly distribute tiny crystals of ice as well as air bubbles. "If you look at ice cream under a microscope, which I have done," says Schimoler, "you'll see thin slivers of ice embedded in a structure that is sort of like a kitchen sponge. The fats and proteins are working together with the air bubbles to create this fluffy, creamy food."

Because of its fat and sugar content, many vegan dairy producers say coconut is simply the easiest vegan platform to build a milk or cream out of.

"The fat influences how ice cream forms a film on the inside of your mouth and how fast it wants to slip down your throat, which influences the delivery of the flavor. You want your ice cream to linger a little," explains Donna Klockeman, a food scientist at TIC Gums, which manufactures ingredients that improve the texture and stability of foods for the food and beverage industry.

Cashew milk, like coconut, is a good base because of its higher fat content. But almond milk is still the No. 1 vegan milk choice among consumers, which makes it a popular choice for frozen desserts as well.

Today, Ben & Jerry's has seven almond milk frozen dessert flavors. Schimoler says she kept tweaking the ingredients until the end of the development process. "I was really fine-tuning it," she says. "I was working with the team to make sure we had really gotten to our signature, super-indulgent flavor and mouthfeel one would expect from Ben & Jerry's."

According to their fans, they have. As one fan tweeted on March 27: "ben & jerry's almond milk caramel almond brittle ice cream literally changed my life."

It changed Schimoler's life, too: While testing the product at Ben & Jerry's U.K. facilities, she met her fiance. She left the company last month to relocate to the U.K.

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Prime cookout and outdoor eating season is almost upon us. Be ready to feed almost anyone at your table with this selection of vegan mains from the Recipe Finder.

[Meatless mains and sides to toss on the grill]

Tacos With Tofu Chorizo and Potatoes, pictured above. We frequently recommend this DIY vegan chorizo because its that good.

Vitas Barbecue Tofu. Works best with extra-firm tofu; you can make it a few days in advance.

Portobello Mushrooms With Tuscan Kale and Sweet Potato. The tidy package makes it conveniently portable; we bet you could par-bake these and then finish them off on a grill.

Black Bean Tortas With Chipotle Mayo. A mix of creamy refried black beans and with chipotle-spiked vegan mayonnaise.

Vegan Chili Mac. Tote along a tub of this to spoon atop grilled portobellos or vegan hot dogs.

Walnut Tacos. Easy to assemble and make vegan by using nondairy yogurt or sour cream.

Hearts of Palm and Artichoke Cakes. They look like crabcakes, dont they?

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Very fitting for #transformationtuesday . So. Today is the day. Exactly one year ago today is when I decided to go vegan. At first, it wasn't really because of the animals. I was just doing what my good friend and trainer was telling me to do. No, not because Im not smart or letting someone have "control" over my life, (eyeroll), but because as a good friend.....I TRUSTED HIM. Not until I watched the documentary Earthlings. That is what changed my entire view on factory farming and how we humans are just awful. The way these animals are abused and treated I just couldn't help support that anymore. Within the first month, I noticed right away how amazing I felt. I did NOT go into this looking for an aesthetic change (although, that is a bonus). The before pic on the left is either the day or day after I started. Quite honestly, I was happy in my skin then. Sure, I was fluffier, but I was happy. Self love and changing your mindset makes a HUGE difference. I also didn't give a damn about a scale number. I am 5'7. I believe I was roughly around 190-195. Yeah I carried it well. Today, I am between 150-155. I think that's my "sweet/happy" spot. Hell, I actually wanted to STOP dropping weight at 170. The best part is I wasn't even trying to lose weight. I have been eating roughly 500-600 grams of carbs a day.....2600-3200 calories a day. Yes for the entire year. I eat good food and NEVER deprive myself. But now.....I do it being cruelty free. I will be first to admit, I haven't been perfect. Sushi dates I ate shrimp and seafood. But with so many vegan options, that got easier to give up. I'm not trying to change anyone's minds on how they eat or what they do. You do you. I do me. But here is what I learned after going vegan: 1) I did NOT suffer from protein or nutrient deficiency 2) I'm still strong af 3) I'm happier and body still changing 4) i can still nourish my body and feel great being cruelty free 5) every damn day is a "cheat day". Thank you all for being apart of my journey. I'm far from dine. Let's see where 2 years will bring me, yeah? Live life, love yourself, and kick ass everyone! Xoxo!

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Many people have found great health benefits, including weight loss, from going vegetarian or vegan, and these before-and-after photos of Jee Nee just might inspire you to try it out. After going vegan one year ago, she's lost about 40 pounds, and even though she was "was happy in my skin then" and "didn't give a damn about a scale number," she says, "Hell, I actually wanted to STOP dropping weight at 170. The best part is I wasn't even trying to lose weight."

Ditching meat, dairy, eggs, and honey can open up a whole new world of healthy foods, and many vegans find that eating more fruits, veggies, and whole grains makes you feel more satisfied and energetic, and the weight loss is just an added bonus.

There's no need to jump into a vegan diet 100 percent if you're not ready. Try eating vegan once a day, or maybe even once a week. Here are some recipes and cooking tips for inspiration:

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If you want to nail your next manicure, consider a growing trend in the salon world non-toxic nail polish.

With health-conscious beauty regimens on the rise, companies are following the leads of consumers and physicians to make cleaner, less toxic products that perform just as well as their toxin-heavy counterparts. With a plethora of 3-free, 5-free (free of the top three and five chemicals found in lacquers) and even vegan polishes hitting shelves, it can be overwhelming to choose something that looks good and it still good for you.

According to a 2014 survey conducted by industry publication Nails Magazine, the average price of a manicure in the US is $19.54. With many women opting to maintain their nail health with weekly or bimonthly manicures, its increasingly important that the products theyre using (and leaving on their nails for weeks at a time) dont come at a dangerous cost.

Dr. Samer Jaber, Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine cautions that there are three toxic ingredients that should be avoided if possible in nail polish.

Formaldehyde is a known carcinogen and toluene and dibutyl phthalate have been linked to developmental defects, says Jaber.

Enter the toxin-free salons that specialize in providing treatments that use locally-made, natural alternatives to traditional practices. The NYC-based salon tenoverten prides itself on their 8-free polishes that are also cruelty-free and vegan. In Los Angeles upscale Brentwood neighborhood, a basic manicure at the non-toxic salon Cte which goes so far as to create gluten-free polish, runs $25 just one Abraham Lincoln more than the national average of a non-specialty service.

Jaber says, The absorption of chemicals in nail polish is unclear, but its always better to be safe than sorry.

If youve mastered painting your own nails (kudos to you), stock up on some of the safer, cleaner polishes that have recently hit shelves. Beauty brand Orly responded to the increase of gel treatments with the development their Breathable line of color that is 13-free and comes infused with Argan oil, Pro Vitamin B5 and Vitamin C. At $8.99 a bottle, you can give yourself a worry-free manicure that doesnt require a base or topcoat.

Jewelry designer Ariel Gordon launched a line of 7-free polishes last year that cost $16 a bottle. Being a mom, I care more and more about the chemicals I expose myself and my kids to, says Gordon. For someone like her, showcasing her rings and bracelets are part of her job, so having nice nails to match is a must.

On that note, Jaber tells Moneyish, I would be most careful about using nail polish with the three most common chemicals with young children as they often bite their nails and put their fingers in their mouths.

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Becky, Graham and Casey (Picture: Mercury Press)

Going vegan is no easy feat.

So one 11-year-oldfrom Norfolk decided to get an early start but not without informing her parents first, of course.

Becky Robinson from Kings Lynn, Norfolk, discovered a handwritten letter written by her daughter, Casey, a couple of weeks ago informing her mum that she was going vegan.

She also asked Becky to cookthe meatiest meal for her before she took the plunge:

Dear mum, today is my last day of being a carnivore. I have decided to become a vegan, it read.

Please respect my decision as I think its right for me.

Please can we have the meatiest tea tonight as my last meat meal lol. From Casey.

And Casey certainly wasnt messing around, beginningher diet by donating an extra 14 of her pocket money towards chia and flax seeds and giving up roast beef the next day.

Though one thing she hadnt prepared for was making a fond farewell to butter.

So after a fair shot at veganism, she soon realised she might just be a vegetarian after all:

My husband Graham said we need to talk her out of it, but I just said leave her and it wont last for five minutes, said Becky.

But it was Monday morning when I found the note and by Thursday, she came into my room before school and said I think Im going to be vegetarian because I cant have butter on my toast.

Shes never really mentioned it before its typical of Casey.

Shes bright and when she gets a new idea, shell research it and look into it properly.

When my family asked why she wanted to be a vegan, she knew everything about it.

Her mum said that Casey decided to become vegan because (like most of her decisions) shed watched a YouTube video.

Casey is funny and very mature with the things she comes out with, Becky added.

Shes just so headstrong and interested in learning new things really.

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Good on Casey for knowing what she wants.

But as with any big diet change especially if you (or your kid) are young make sure you do it rightto stay strong and healthy.

Parents should maintain a food diary for their child for at least a week to monitor and ensure the childs carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals nutritional requirements are met daily, she says.

They should also investigate the vegan food options are at school sometimes to avoid animal product, theres atendency to look for foods rich in sugar and highly-refined grains that arent very nutritious.

Parents could also help the child perhaps with the help of a professional nutritionist to develop a food plan that includes wholesome foods and correct portions that meet their nutritional needs.

This can be a good way to ensure good diet habits are set from the beginning.

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What started as one grab-and-go vegan sushi shop on 14th Street has now grown into its fourth location, the first full-service Beyond Sushi in New York City with alcohol on the way, too. It might sound like an improbable success story: In a town full of top-notch, fish-filled sushi, a vegan sushi joint has somehow pushed its way into the already crowded space.

It may seem like a ridiculous concept to eat sushi without fish, but the restaurant, from co-owners Guy and Tali Vaknin, has been expanding like mad. The latest location on 37th Street is by far the largest space yet with 72 seats, Tali called it seven times bigger than the original location.

The menu, in full below, is familiar, packed with the shops vegetable- and fruit-based rolls, which are exactly like regular sushi rolls but filled with items such as braised fennel, curried cauliflower, and mango. There are also noodle bowls, and rice paper wraps, plus the addition of two new desserts.

But the major difference here is the introduction of alcohol. While it is still waiting for the license to come through, likely in June, once it does there will be sake, beer, wine, and low-ABV cocktails. Most of the drinks are sake-based and savory, such as the peppercorn martini (extra dry sake, dry vermouth, peppercorn juice, black caraway seeds, pickled green peppercorn) and fennel (dry sake, cucumber juice, candied fennel, fennel seed, dash of lime). The drink menu is also included below.

Its been a five year journey for the Vaknins since they opened the first location in Union Square, which blossomed into two more kiosks (Chelsea Market and Midtown West) before this full-service spot. Come June, another counter will open at the food hall at 70 Pine Street with seats for 40 people.

Beyond Sushi is now open at 134 West 37th Street from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily.

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There are many different ways to have your period. For some people it comes every month like clockwork, while other people on certain types of birth control don't get it at all. Some people have a super heavy flow, while others barely spot. While there are some signs your period sends that can tell you something is off, however your period comes is natural. But Broadly recently pointed out that there are a cohort of vegan bloggers who think having a period is a sign of toxicity in your body.

Freelee the Banana Girl, a well-known vegan blogger, posted on her YouTube channel years ago that she stopped getting her period for nine months after following a raw, vegan diet. When it returned, Freelee said it was much lighter than before. Freelee interpreted this to mean that having a period is a sign of excess toxicity that needs to leave your body.

"I still believe that, largely, menstruation is toxicity leaving the body," she said in the video. "So a lot of people are having these heavy, heavy periods and painful periods because they have a toxic body or have a toxic diet."

Freelee said heavy periods are not natural, and that it's healthier to have a light flow. She continued to say people with heavy, painful periods should adopt a diet like hers (she's been known to eat up to 51 bananas per day). She's not the only one, as Broadly points out. Other bloggers also subscribe to a similar idea.

This, however, is not accurate. For those who have started menstruating, the absence of a period is called amenorrhea. According to the Mayo Clinic , natural amenorrhea occurs for reasons like pregnancy, breastfeeding and menopause, while taking certain medicines and using certain contraceptives can also cause it. Hormonal imbalances and problems with your reproductive organs can lead to amenorrhea, but being underweight, exercising too much or being under a lot of stress can also prompt your periods to stop. While amenorrhea is totally healthy and normal in situations like pregnancy or while you're using a contraceptive, Dr. Jackie Maybin, a clinical lecturer in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Edinburgh, told Broadly she doesn't advise changing your diet to alter your period.

"It's difficult to recommend a strict vegan diet without investigating hormone levels and endometrial health in these women," she said. "It's likely that the complete absence of periodsamenorrheaindicates that ovulation is not occurring and could have a significant negative impact on reproductive health."

But it's also important to note that Freelee's statements also perpetuate the idea that menstruation is somehow impure or unclean. We see this idea in action in many ways some casual and others very serious. We see it when people call periods "gross" or people who menstruate go to great lengths to hide their pads or tampons. We also see it when, in rural areas of Nepal, people who menstruate are shunned during their period because of the idea that it makes them unclean. Periods are, in fact, a natural occurrence that has nothing to do with your levels of so-called toxicity, but instead is an integral part of your menstrual cycle.

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