ABCNews reported that McDonald’s is having problems with Sparboe Farms and that the “farm” will be included in a 20/20 broadcast on Friday 11/18/11. The video clip shows unsanitary conditions discusses citations issued by the FDA. Watch the 3 minute news report from Good Morning America. Mercy for Animals helped to uncover the cruelty behind McDonald’s…
Category: Animals Matter
Eating Animals
Eating Animals by Jonathan Safran Foer is an excellent read for people who love animals. This National Bestseller challenges the notion that animals are ours to “farm” and eat. This easy read sets the stage for what is the philosophy of being vegan. The essence of this book is its plain language in considering the…
Oh Deer We Need a Tee Time
While golfing yesterday, my son and I saw nearly 100 deer on the course. These beautiful animals seemed to be enjoying the fall day as much as my son and I were. They were noshing on grass and lounging in the sun watching golfers as they passed by looking for their lost golf balls or…
Bird is the Word!
My son is coming home from college for Thanksgiving and the whole family is filled with anticipation. Thanksgiving is his favorite holiday and we’re all really looking forward to making his first trip home from school a great event. We’ve asked him to give us ideas for what he’d like on the menu the week…
Duck Season at Wolfgang Pucks
I felt compelled to build this site and start writing after a recent business trip to Los Angeles, California. I had the pleasure of dining with two close business colleagues at Wolfgang Pucks restaurant on the 24th floor of the Ritz Carlton. As a vegetarian for 25 years, business travel is always an adventure and…
On Your Plate and On Your Mind!
Welcome to the Compassionate Plate. Grab your fork, spoon and knife and be ready to dig into some delicious conversation. This is the place where we’ll talk about what’s on your plate … and on your mind.
The Compassionate Plate 