JL Fields / jlgoesvegan

I will be in the Buffalo New York area this weekend speaking at Asha’s Farm Sanctuary for COWFEST 2025! Learn more about what I’ll be up to and get a delicious soup recipe here: view.flodesk.com/emails/68d16...

Thank you!

So this is 60.

I spent the past year preparing. Not just for a birthday, but for the next chapter.

The final post in my 6-part series "What I Learned on the Way to 60" is live, with links to each reflection + a simple list of actions as you navigate a milestone or reset.

jlfields.link/thisis60

Dave outdid himself with this one. Gluten-free and vegan, it’s a sausage pie with pesto (instead of tomatoes sauce).
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Small changes add up to produce real impact. Shifting towards a vegan lifestyle just means looking for better options whenever you can.

Cows, cooking, and compassion … I’m bringing all three to COW FEST! 🐄

September 27 & 28 at Asha’s Farm Sanctuary in New York join me for cooking demos + wellness strategies to create your personal toolkit for self-compassion.

Come for the cows, stay for the compassion. 💛

www.kissacowday.org

✅ @cfpublicmedia.bsky.social

Just had the chance to share a bit about my winding path: nonprofit work, plant-based living, brain health coaching, and building a purpose-driven practice.

Thanks to Bold Journey for the thoughtful interview. 💚

Take a peek if you’re curious:
boldjourney.com/meet-jl-fields

First gluten-free sourdough loaf. Short and squat: just what I would expect of GF bread. 🤣

I’m transitioning part of my sourdough starter to gluten-free so that I have baking options. Salty Sue, the FL starter I created last summer, now has a GF offspring: Meet Suki!

Batch cooking day!
A variation of the Collard Greens & Beans one-sheet dinner from my book Fast & Easy Vegan.

This time: collards, yellow peppers, pinto and black beans. Big flavor, one pan, minimal cleanup.

#VeganMealPrep #OnePanMeal #FastAndEasyVegan

Just devoured an incredible meal at Kale Café Vegan Kitchen in Daytona … too good to pause for a photo! Their house-made seitan is phenomenal: flavorful and tender, and packed with soul. If you’re anywhere near the area, don’t miss this gem!🌱 #Vegan #DaytonaBeach

Had no idea! Just texted!

Contract was ending Friday. Said what he wanted to say. Didn’t lose a contract, just didn’t get a renewed one. Sounds like he chose how to leave with a mic drop. Good for him!

Exactly why I’m a Buddhist.

Outdoor cold plunge.
55°F.
5 minutes (working up to 10).
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This summer I’m launching The Purpose Coaching Group—a 3-month program to nourish your body, align your habits, and reclaim your peace. 🌿

Live monthly sessions + group support.

Details + sign-up here: l.bttr.to/3eqcg

Happy accident in the kitchen today and my lentil soup game is forever changed. Discovered I only had 1/4 cup brown lentils. Found 1/3 cup of red lentils and about 1/3 cup of split peas. I added them all to the Instant Pot with vegetable broth, water, tomato, carrot, mushrooms, and onion. So creamy.

This week in my e-news Plant-Based Cooking Confidence series I shared tips on roasting and included a chart + a recipe from my book Fast & Easy Vegan: Roasted Japanese Yams & Tempeh. Chart and recipe on my site (link in bio).
Want weekly tips like this? Sign up for my newsletter while you’re there!

Pittsburgh Vegan Restaurant Week: Where To Celebrate A number of Pittsburgh-area restaurants are offering specials on tasty vegeterian fare now through May 18.

Years ago after hearing about Baltimore‘s Vegan Restaurant Week, I decided to start one in Colorado Springs. It went on for many years and grew from 7 restaurants to over 30! It’s such an amazing community event. Love seeing them pop up. Here’s one in Pittsburgh!

patch.com/pennsylvania...

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I mean…

Four months from 60. Prioritizing daily movement!

@elephantjournal.bsky.social took me on a walk down memory lane!

Hiiii! It’s been forever!

Vegan Prep Friday: Sandwich Staples That Save the Day Let’s talk about the humble sandwich.

Vegan sandwiches aren’t boring—they’re bold, satisfying, and endlessly customizable.

This week’s prep focus:
✅ Smoky tofu slices
✅ Classic chickpea salad
✅ Roasted veggie combos

Prep on the weekend. Feast all week.

🔗 Full breakdown jlfields570682.substack.com/p/vegan-prep...

Who are those adults with you????

Sunday. New Smyrna Beach.