Edinburgh Vegan Christmas Festival

WORKSHOPS (UPSTAIRS) - Room GH-003

12pm: Introduction to Transmission Meditation

Transmission Meditation is a simple form of group meditation that provides both a dynamic service to the world and powerful personal spiritual development.We are in a crucial phase of our evolutionary process as spiritual beings and human family. At this time of crisis and transition, there is a great need for spiritual energies that stimulate human evolution and development in the right direction. By practicing Transmission Meditation we transmit such energies, which nourish and transform our world for the better.It is a group service activity, in conscious co-operation with the Masters of Wisdom, for the creation of a pool of higher energy for the benefit of humanity and the planet.This activity is a combination of two yogas: Karma Yoga (yoga of service) and Laya Yoga (yoga of energies or chakras). It allows us to come into closer and stronger contact with our own spiritual nature and use that awareness in service to the world.No previous experience required. Not suitable for children below the age of 12/14.

With Share International

https://share-international.org/

TALKS (Stalls Room)

11.15am : Plant-based Universities: Tackling the Climate Crisis on Campus

Introduction to the PBU campaign,  what we do, how we do it, and how you can join

With Plant-based Universities

12pm: Understanding Your Protein Needs as a Vegan: Separating Fact from Fiction

This talk will focus on the unique protein needs of vegans, breaking down how much protein is truly required, the difference between complete and incomplete proteins, and the best whole-food plant sources to meet those needs

With Chibuikem Osuchukwu from Gudee

https://gudee.co.uk/

1pm: The Silent Urban Killer

Learn all about the horrors of bird netting across the UK and how this silent killer is harming our wild birds. You'll also learn what you can do to help fight back against bird netting and help save the birds who are in need.

With Kevin Newell from Humane Wildlife Solutions

https://humanewildlifesolutions.co.uk/

2pm: A Journey with Paccari: The World’s Most Ethical Chocolate

Join Juan Andrés Santelices for a flavourful trip to Ecuador — no passport needed! Discover why Paccari Chocolate is ranked the most ethical chocolate brand by Ethical Consumer Magazine. Made through sustainable, fair-trade and organic practices, Paccari proves that ethics and taste go hand in hand — with over 400 International Chocolate Awards to show for it. And yes, every indulgent bar is 100% vegan.

With Juan Andres from Paccari Chocolate

https://www.paccarichocolate.uk/

3pm: High-Protein Plant Meals in Minutes with Thermomix

Discover how quick, easy, and flavour-packed cooking from scratch can be! In this live Thermomix demo, we will show you how to create a fragrant Butternut and Chickpea Curry in under 20 minutes — bursting with plant-based protein — followed by a silky vegan and super nutritious Chocolate Tofu Mousse that’s ready in just minutes. Perfect for busy foodies, this session will bust the myth that vegan meals can’t be protein-rich, satisfying, and simple to make. Watch, taste, and learn how to get more protein on your plate while spending less time in the kitchen! 

With Riki Geard from Thermomix