More vegetarian recipes and excellent information on how and why to be a vegetarian are included in the list of over 60 worthwhile websites that follow. These sites can help provide you with many resources for additional recipes, instructions, utensils, vegan food products, cruelty-free clothing, and information on the benefits of being vegetarian, directories of vegetarian restaurants, and additional links to other resources.

• http://www.vrg.org -- site by the Vegetarian Resource Group with lots of info, recipes, resources, etc. Or use http://www.vrg.org/recipes to go right to the recipes.
• http://www.vegforlife.org -- this site can help you with your decision to go vegetarian for life and the rest of your life with many resources for your assistance. Or go directly to this section of their site that will take you to additional places for hundreds of various vegie recipes: http://www.vegforlife.org/eats.htm#recipes.
• http://www.veganchef.com -- the site of Beverly Lynn Bennett, a vegan chef, includes loads of vegan recipes.
• http://www.indianchild.com/vegeterian_recipes.htm -- lots of Indian vegetarian recipes, and more links.
• http://www.vegkitchen.com -- features dozens of low-fat recipes, kitchen wisdom, and tips for new and aspiring vegetarians.
• http://www.IVU.org -- the International Vegetarian Union with lots of resources on being a vegetarian, and http://www.IVU.org/recipes for tons of recipes from around the world.
• http://www.vegweb.com/food -- the Veggies Unite recipes directory for lots of choices.
• http://pavan.org.in/kitchen.html -- a site that offers a wide variety of vegetarian recipes.
• http://www.vegcooking.com/cookwithhema.asp -- a site that offers many vegetarian recipes, entrees, deserts, condiments, salads, side dishes, snacks, soups, beverages, etc.
• http://www.Bhojan.org -- a site for information on Hindu vegetarian resources, includes lots of recipes, vegetarian grocery store directory, vegetarian restaurant listings, and much more.
• http://turn.to/Vegetarianism -- A Hare Krishna site on vegetarianism, based in New Zealand, with lots of information on benefits of being vegetarian and how to do it.
• http://www.tarladalal.com -- this site has many Indian vegetarian recipes and resources, but you must register and sign in to have access to most of the site, which is worth it for serious vegetarians with an interest in Indian foods.
• http://student.anu.edu.au/clubs/Hare_Krishna_Vegetarian_Society -- a great site with lots of information and resources for being a vegetarian.
• http://www.dixiediner.com -- offers a catalog of over 150 vegan food products. Now you can get what you need no matter where you are.Offers recipes, utensils, special food items, like dehydrated veggies, non-sugar, meat substitutes, soy products, bread mixes, quick mix preparations, canned goods, cookies, chocolates, and more.
• http://www.healthy-eating.com -- offers a catalog of items for meat, dairy and egg substitutes, instant meal mixes, vegan and alternative health and yoga books, even vegetarian pet food, and more.
• http://cheese.joyousliving.com -- offers a list of cheese manufacturers that make vegetarian cheese without animal enzymes.
• http://www.veganoutreach.org -- has lots of information on the vegan lifestyle, diet, recipes, ingredients to choose, books to order, cruelty-free living, how to stay a healthy vegan, etc. http://www.veganoutreach.com/starterpack/recipes.html -- is a page that list several good vegetarian recipes.
• http://www.vegetariansabroad.com -- offers a variety of vegetarian recipes and links to many other vegetarian based businesses and resources.
• http://www.vegetarian-restaurants.net -- a great listing and directory of all the vegetarian (and vegetarian friendly) restaurants and natural food stores across America (over 2500). Has additional resources and information of co-ops, organizations, web sites, and vegetarian recipes and topics.A most useful site.
• http://www.vegetarian-restaurants.net/SouthAmerica/Brazil.htm -- a listing of vegetarian restaurants in Brazil.
• http://www.naturalnirvana.com -- has a directory of vegetarian restaurants, grocery stores, guidebooks on restaurants, information on clothes, herbs, and more, as well as guidebooks on India and Nepal.
• http://www.naturalnirvana.com/Vegetarian/Vegetarian-Links/Vegetarian-Links.htm a site with many links and resources for recipes, guides and directories for vegetarian restaurants around the world, other vegan sites, veggie organizations, animal rights groups, and more.
• http://www.naturalnirvana.com/Vegetarian/Vegetarian-Files/Non-vegetarian-ingredients.htm -- list of ingredients in food that are often derived from meat.

• http://www.vivavegie.org/vv101/index.html -- 101 reasons for being a vegetarian.
• http://nvclub108.blogspot.com/ - Club 108 is a hub of progressive, environmentally-based outreach featuring contributions from the wide spectrum of the ISKCON devotee world.
• http://people.qualcomm.com/sriharid/info/vegetarianism/veg.html -- A beginner's guide to vegetarianism, a short article.
• http://www.webcom.com/ara/col/books/VEG/hkvc1.html -- "Vegetarianism: A Means to a Higher End," by Adiraja das. Explains the material and spiritual advantages and need for a vegetarian diet.
• http://www.indianchild.com/vegeteriansim_in_india.htm -- a page on Vedic reasons why vegetarianism is good for us and our spiritual practice, plus vegie recipes and more.
• http://www.jewishveg.com -- This site explains why many Jewish religious leaders advocate vegetarianism, including Chief Rabbi of Britain Jonathan Sacks, late Chief Rabbi of Israel Shlomo Goren, and the first Chief Rabbi of pre-state Israel Abraham Kook?
• http://www.goveg.com/jsfkosher.asp -- presents a video "If This is Kosher" on the atrocities in the agriprocessors that are said to produce kosher meat. "If This is Kosher" makes the idea of kosher meat as cruel as any process of animal slaughter there is.
• http://www.indianchild.com/vegeterianism_quotes.htm -- a page that offers thoughtful quotes by important and noteworthy people on the need to be vegetarian.
• http://www.clubs.psu.edu/up/vedicsociety/vegetarianism/ -- a short online film on the reasons and benefits of being a vegetarian from the Penn State Vedic Society.
• http://www.christianveg.com/goodnews.htm -- a free ebook by Christians for convincing other Christians that vegetarianism is the proper diet. The title is "Good News for All Creation: Vegetarianism as Christian Stewardship".
• http://www.ivu.org/religion/index.html -- a great list of many articles that look at all the religions and religious reasonings behind being a vegetarian.
• http://www.veganhealth.org/shv#ada -- a site that lists the various concerns on staying a healthy vegan and the easy ways to get the proper nutrients in one's diet.
• http://www.vegansociety.com -- a site that offers information about proper nutrition, the vegan lifestyle, animal and environmental issues, and more.
• http://www.vegsoc.org -- the site of the Vegetarian Society with lots of info about being a vegetarian, with books, articles, recipes and more info about how to be vegetarian and promote its benefits.

Sites for Animal-free Products and Non-Leather Items

• http://www.TheVegetarianSite.com -- offers news about vegetarian issues, articles, recipes, and resources for shoes, etc., that are leather-free.
• http://www.VeganEssentials.com -- one of the largest selections of 100% vegan products in one place. Offers vegan shoes, belts, gourmet vegan food and sweets, body care products, and more.
• http://www.VeganStore.com -- large selection of vegan goods, body care, cosmetics, vitamins, chocolates, candies, books and more. A one stop shop for cruelty-free needs.
• http://www.mooshoes.com -- Carries non-leather items, shoes, jackets, ethical wares, vegan belts, wallets, bags, message T-shirts, buttons, stickers, etc.
• http://www.downbound.com -- Downbound.com offers a wide assortment of products that promote animal rights (all vegan), human rights (no sweatshop and fair trade), and the environment (organic wherever possible). The name “Downbound” represents an ideological shift down the corporate ladder, down the food chain and down to earth. They carry over 200 organic hemp clothing and footwear items, organic fair trade coffee, DVD’s, etc.
• http://www.sunflourbaking.com -- offers cookies and snacks that have no animal products and the finest vegan ingredients, along with ingredients for sale such as non-hydrogenated expeller pressed canola oil, non-aluminum baking powder, etc.
• http://www.vegancats.com -- cruelty-free, vegan products for dogs and cats.
• http://www.veggiepets.com -- a company in the United Kingdom for those who want to have vegetarian pet foods.
• http://www.cowsarecool.com -- info on problems with leather and free guide to leather alternatives.
• http://petacatalog.com -- lots of items helping and promoting a vegetarian lifestyle.
• http://www.awbi.org/pamp24.htm -- the Animal Welfare Board of India and their list of meat ingredients in common foods, cosmetics, clothing, etc. Quite revealing.
• http://www.vegetarianshoesandbags.com -- offers a variety of non-leather shoes and lady's handbags.

Sites for Additional Resources, News and Issues on Vegetarianism, and Animal Protection Groups

• http://www.ffl.org -- Food for Life, the world's largest vegan/vegetarian food relief organization.
• http://www.vegetariantimes.com -- the site for Vegetarian Times magazine.
• http://www.vegsource.com -- a site that offers news, views, recipes, etc., on vegetarianism/veganism.
• http://www.goveg.com//vegkit/index.html -- here you can get your kit packed with info about going vegetarian, plus has a few recipes.
• http://www.pcrm.org -- the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, has news, information on vegetarianism, progress on stopping animal testing, publications, and more.
• http://www.meetyourmeat.com -- order or download Peta's video "Meet Your Meat", narrated by Alec Baldwin, has undercover footage Peta has taken of how animals are abused in meat and dairy industries.
• http://www.sharetheworld.com -- has a nongraphic video for children.
• http://www.bancruelfarms.org/meatrix -- the real story of cruel factory farms and what you can do about it.
• http://www.Peta-online.org -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, has news, views on animal cruelty, publications on vegetarianism, etc.
• http://www.PetaIndia.com -- how to assist Peta's campaign to help cows, goats and sheep in India, and other advocacy work.
• http://www.collegeactivist.com -- lots of info for veganizing your college dining hall and other ways to get active.
• http://www.animalactivist.com -- tons of resources to do more for animals, literature, videos, etc.
• http://www.vsdc.org -- site of the Vegetarian Society of the District of Columbia.
• http://www.greenpeople.org/vegetarian.cfm?memid=321 -- the site for the Vegetarian Resource Center.
• http://www.vasumurti.org -- the site of Vasu Murti das and his writings, with many great and informative articles and book excerpts on the devotional, religious and civil need for a vegetarian lifestyle.
• http://www.satyamag.com -- a magazine of Vegetarianism, Environmentalism and Animal Advocacy.
• http://www.greenpeople.org/vegetarian.htm -- you can find a huge listing of additional vegetarian organizations and their websites from around the country, maybe one near you.
• http://www.all-creatures.org -- the site of long-time vegans and animal rightists Frank and Mary Hoffman, dedicated to furthering peaceful, compassionate living for the whole creation. A huge site with lots of articles on all aspects of the significance of the vegetarian and compassionate lifestyle, from the religious to social.
• http://www.kinshipcircle.org -- offers a collection of ready-made letters to legislators, businesses, and media that address animal cruelty/protection issues.
• http://www.FarmSanctuary.org -- a large organization with many projects which operates the farm animal sanctuaries, and wages campaigns to stop the exploitation of animals raised for food. Also has news, resources, books, videos, etc.
• http://www.vivausa.org -- offers info on the disadvantages and dangers of meat-eating, issues of farm bred animals for meat consumption, and educational info about the need for the vegetarian lifestyle.
• http://www.anc.org -- the site for the Animals News Center.
• http://www.vegetarianhome.com -- lots more resources and information on all aspects on the vegetarian lifestyle.
• http://www.anc.org/laboratory/laboratory_article.cfm?identifier=2003_0409_site -- a page that promotes animal dissection alternatives.
• http://www.madcowboy.com -- Howard Lyman's site on the dangers of mad cow disease, a meat diet, news, and the need for vegetarianism.
• http://www.notmilk.com -- lots of articles and news on the issues and dangers of milk and modern milk industry.