Why Peace Begins on Your Plate: A Soft Introduction to Veganism
We often talk about peace as something distant—something that happens between countries, in protests, or at summits. But what if peace could start somewhere much closer? Somewhere intimate, routine, and personal?
What if peace began on your plate?
Food as a Reflection of Values:
Every meal we eat is a choice—about what we value, who we support, and the kind of world we want to live in. For many of us, that choice has been automatic for most of our lives. We grew up eating meat and dairy without question. It was normal, familiar and family tradition. I know, because I did too.
But over time, I began to see a disconnect between what I believed in—compassion, justice, sustainability—and what was actually ending up on my plate. How could I say I loved animals while supporting industries that profit from their suffering? How could I want peace in the world while contributing to violence behind closed doors?
Veganism isn’t about being perfect. It’s about aligning your actions with your values—just one meal at a time.
Let’s be honest: activism doesn’t have to look like standing in the street with a sign (although that’s important too). Sometimes activism is feeding someone a plant-based burger that tastes better than the “real thing.” Sometimes it's just showing people that choosing peace doesn’t mean giving up pleasure, indulgence, or culture.
That’s what this project is about.
I started this business because I wanted to make plant-based food exciting. Fun. Nostalgic. Familiar. Vegan food should feel like a celebration, not a sacrifice—and if it turns heads and opens hearts along the way? That’s activism too.
Choosing Peace has a Ripple Effect:
Every time we choose a plant-based meal, we’re choosing:
Compassion over cruelty
Sustainability over destruction
Equity over exploitation
And the beauty of it is—you don’t have to be 100% vegan to start making a difference. Even one switch, one meal, one conversation can create ripples.
Because peace doesn’t begin in policy. It begins in small decisions, repeated with love.
This is just the beginning. In future posts, I’ll be exploring everything from:
The hidden truths of the animal agriculture industry
Environmental impacts of our food choices
Stories of resilience, change, and community
Recipes, behind-the-scenes at the business, and more
Whether you’re vegan-curious or just hungry for something different, I’m glad you’re here. Let’s build a more peaceful world—one plate at a time.
With love,
Laura
Founder, Vegan Junk Food RI
