10 Gift Ideas For Vegans + Animal Lovers

Attention animal lovers! Are you looking for the perfect gift that gives back or a gift for a special vegan in your life? Look no further—you’re going to love this roundup of 10 perfect gift ideas! Plus, every time you make a purchase in our online store or with one of our partners, the proceeds … Read more

2020 Gift Guide For Animal Lovers

One of the greatest joys is the happiness of gift-giving. Knowing that your gift helps animals is even better! We’ve got a few gift ideas that are sure to delight your loved ones — don’t forget to treat yourself, too! All proceeds help support the rescue and educational program work here at the Sanctuary. For Chefs: … Read more

Thanksgiving Recipe Roundup: Sides and Desserts

Watercress and Fennel Salad

For some people, Thanksgiving is all about the side dishes and desserts. We sure do love the variety and decadence of everything from potatoes to pumpkin pie, Brussels sprouts to brownies. These are dishes that don’t necessarily get top billing, but instead, make up the ensemble cast that truly makes the holiday meal epic. We’ve … Read more

Gingerbread Pear Upside Down Cake

Gingerbread Pear Upside Down Cake

Winter calls for warming spices and there’s no better place to find them than in this Gingerbread Pear Upside Down Cake. Moist and dense, topped with rich caramel and sweet, tender pears, there’s almost nothing that will go better on your holiday table this year. 

Sanctuary Resolutions for 2019

As Catskill Animal Sanctuary begins a new year, a fresh start, we want to take a moment to honor what we carry with us from the past. We carry the lessons humbly learned. We carry the past year’s losses. We mourn those who succumbed to illness or age or those too far gone to save. … Read more

Not Your Normal Merry Christmas Message

I’ve always loved Christmas. As children, my sister and I trekked into the woods to chop down our tree with Dad, decorated each room of the house with Mom, and sat, rapt, in front of Grannylou each year as she read us the Christmas story from her cherished Bible. Christmas Day itself was right out … Read more

4th of July and Summer Recipe Roundup

There’s no better season than summer to get creative–and compassionate when planning your get-togethers. So fire up the grill, don your apron, and enjoy warm-weather eating and entertaining–vegan-style. Main Courses Compassionate Carrot Dogs Marinated Portobello Burgers Marinated Tempeh Veggie Kebabs Nut and Seed Burgers (Protein Burgers) Reuben Dog Rustic Summer Gazpacho Other Hot Dog Toppings … Read more

Memorial Day Vegan Recipe Roundup

vegan BBQ pulled pork

The unofficial start of summer is the official kickoff to grilling, family picnics, and all matter of outdoor dining. Don’t let tradition and habit dictate a less than compassionate menu this year. With so many choices, there’s no reason not to make Memorial Day meal a vegan one! Main Courses BBQ Pulled Jackfruit BBQ Tempeh … Read more