Summer is here, and so is the ultimate VegNews guide to summer! We break down the tastiest vegan burgers and hot dogs, all the best eats for your cookouts and barbecues, the creamiest dairy-free ice cream, and more delicious must-eat summer treats. Plus, we’ve got the best in cruelty-free sunscreen, sustainable swimsuits, eco sandals, sneakers, and so much more. Welcome to your vegan summer!
VegNews Editors’ Ultimate Vegan Guide to Summer

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The VegNews Ultimate Guide to Vegan Wine The VegNews Ultimate Guide to Vegan Wine
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Celebrate Blueberry Season With These Irresistible Vegan Recipes Celebrate Blueberry Season With These Irresistible Vegan Recipes
August 10, 2026

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Creamy, Silky, Swirly: America’s Best Dairy-Free Soft-Serve Creamy, Silky, Swirly: America’s Best Dairy-Free Soft-Serve
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I Tried All Ben & Jerry’s Non-Dairy Flavors, and Here is My Ranking I Tried All Ben & Jerry’s Non-Dairy Flavors, and Here is My Ranking
August 3, 2026

Easier Than You Think: Celebrate Summer With a Giant Pan of Vegan Paella Easier Than You Think: Celebrate Summer With a Giant Pan of Vegan Paella
August 3, 2026

The Top-Rated Ice Cream Makers for Dairy-Free Desserts The Top-Rated Ice Cream Makers for Dairy-Free Desserts
August 1, 2026

From Blueberry Pie to Barbecue: America’s Iconic Summer Foods Made Vegan From Blueberry Pie to Barbecue: America’s Iconic Summer Foods Made Vegan
July 30, 2026

Our Favorite Grills for Plant-Based Barbecue Season Our Favorite Grills for Plant-Based Barbecue Season
July 30, 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Vegan Camping: Here’s Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Vegan Camping: Here’s Everything You Need to Know
July 29, 2026

The Best Vegan Summer Drinks at Peet’s (We Tried Them All!) The Best Vegan Summer Drinks at Peet’s (We Tried Them All!)
July 28, 2026

Fire Up the Grill: These Are the 16 Best Meat-Free Burgers for Summer Grilling Fire Up the Grill: These Are the 16 Best Meat-Free Burgers for Summer Grilling
July 28, 2026

These 13 Airlines Are Serving Restaurant-Worthy Vegan Inflight Meals These 13 Airlines Are Serving Restaurant-Worthy Vegan Inflight Meals
July 27, 2026

Jamie Oliver Will Make You a Pizza Grilling Master in No Time Jamie Oliver Will Make You a Pizza Grilling Master in No Time
July 25, 2026

Make 2026 the Summer of Amazing AF Fruit Salads Make 2026 the Summer of Amazing AF Fruit Salads
July 24, 2026

These Summer Salad Recipes Prove That Beans Are the Ultimate Superfood These Summer Salad Recipes Prove That Beans Are the Ultimate Superfood
July 23, 2026

Exceptional White Wines You Didn’t Know Were Vegan Exceptional White Wines You Didn’t Know Were Vegan
July 22, 2026

The Juiciest Mocktails and Cocktails Perfect for Summer The Juiciest Mocktails and Cocktails Perfect for Summer
July 21, 2026

Better Together: The Best Food Pairings to Elevate Your Plant-Based Cooking Better Together: The Best Food Pairings to Elevate Your Plant-Based Cooking
July 18, 2026

These Are the 10 Vegan Breakfasts We’ll Be Making All Summer Long These Are the 10 Vegan Breakfasts We’ll Be Making All Summer Long
July 17, 2026

Summer Only Officially Starts When You Make Dolly Parton’s Vintage 3-Bean Vegan Salad Summer Only Officially Starts When You Make Dolly Parton’s Vintage 3-Bean Vegan Salad
July 15, 2026

Easier Than Pie: How to Make a Rustic Vegan Galette Easier Than Pie: How to Make a Rustic Vegan Galette
July 13, 2026

This Retro Vegan Dessert Is Making a Comeback, and It Couldn’t Be Easier to Make This Retro Vegan Dessert Is Making a Comeback, and It Couldn’t Be Easier to Make
July 12, 2026

Juicy, Smoky, Sizzling: These Are the Best Vegan Sausages We’ve Tried, Hands Down Juicy, Smoky, Sizzling: These Are the Best Vegan Sausages We’ve Tried, Hands Down
July 9, 2026

Heirloom Tomatoes: How to Cook With Summer’s Best Ingredient Heirloom Tomatoes: How to Cook With Summer’s Best Ingredient
July 8, 2026

This Summer’s ‘It’ Flavor: Our Favorite Orange Creamsicle Treats This Summer’s ‘It’ Flavor: Our Favorite Orange Creamsicle Treats
July 7, 2026

The Best High-Protein Vegan Sandwiches to Fuel Your Next Hike The Best High-Protein Vegan Sandwiches to Fuel Your Next Hike
July 7, 2026

Gooey, Melty, Vegan: Our Favorite S’mores Recipes Perfect for Summer Gooey, Melty, Vegan: Our Favorite S’mores Recipes Perfect for Summer
July 6, 2026

Tangy, Crispy, Golden: Fried Green Tomatoes Are Our Newest Summer Food Obsession Tangy, Crispy, Golden: Fried Green Tomatoes Are Our Newest Summer Food Obsession
July 5, 2026

The Ultimate Vegan Guide to Grilling: Burgers, Brats, and Ribs The Ultimate Vegan Guide to Grilling: Burgers, Brats, and Ribs
July 4, 2026

Not Just Gazpacho: Stay Cool All Summer Long With These Chilled Plant-Based Soups Not Just Gazpacho: Stay Cool All Summer Long With These Chilled Plant-Based Soups
July 4, 2026

12 Show-Stopping Plant-Based Potato Salads to Elevate Your Summer Barbecues 12 Show-Stopping Plant-Based Potato Salads to Elevate Your Summer Barbecues
July 3, 2026

The Sweet, Refreshing Melon Salads We Never Knew We Needed The Sweet, Refreshing Melon Salads We Never Knew We Needed
July 3, 2026

The 10 Best Pizza Ovens to Make Wood-Fired, Plant-Based Pies at Home The 10 Best Pizza Ovens to Make Wood-Fired, Plant-Based Pies at Home
July 2, 2026

We’ll Be Sipping These Homemade Lemonades All Season Long We’ll Be Sipping These Homemade Lemonades All Season Long
July 2, 2026

The Vegan Fourth of July BBQ Recipes Even Your Uncle Will Love The Vegan Fourth of July BBQ Recipes Even Your Uncle Will Love
July 1, 2026

These Are the Vegan Fruit Pie Recipes VegNews Editors Swear by Every Summer These Are the Vegan Fruit Pie Recipes VegNews Editors Swear by Every Summer
June 30, 2026

Elevate Your Summer Cooking: How to Grow Your Own Herbs (Plus Our Favorite Ways to Use Them!) Elevate Your Summer Cooking: How to Grow Your Own Herbs (Plus Our Favorite Ways to Use Them!)
June 28, 2026

The 20 Best Summer Vegetables to Cook Right Now (Plus Recipes!) The 20 Best Summer Vegetables to Cook Right Now (Plus Recipes!)
June 27, 2026

Peach Season Is Fleeting, So Make These Sweet, Summery Recipes While You Can Peach Season Is Fleeting, So Make These Sweet, Summery Recipes While You Can
June 24, 2026

16 Non-Toxic and Cruelty-Free Sunscreens: We Tried Them All! 16 Non-Toxic and Cruelty-Free Sunscreens: We Tried Them All!
June 24, 2026

Think Your Vitamix is Just for Smoothies? Try These 50 Mouthwatering Summer Recipes Think Your Vitamix is Just for Smoothies? Try These 50 Mouthwatering Summer Recipes
June 24, 2026

48 Ice Cream Shops Serving Up the Best Dairy-Free Cones and Cups 48 Ice Cream Shops Serving Up the Best Dairy-Free Cones and Cups
June 23, 2026

Refreshing and Cool: The Best Vegan Lemon Desserts Refreshing and Cool: The Best Vegan Lemon Desserts
June 23, 2026

Crisps, Cobblers, and Cakes: The Best Vegan Fruity Desserts for Summer Crisps, Cobblers, and Cakes: The Best Vegan Fruity Desserts for Summer
June 21, 2026

We Wait All Year Long for These Summer Fruits (Plus Recipes!) We Wait All Year Long for These Summer Fruits (Plus Recipes!)
June 19, 2026

The 20 Best Plant-Based Cookbooks for Summer Cooking The 20 Best Plant-Based Cookbooks for Summer Cooking
June 18, 2026

The Best Smoothie Subscription Services to Try in 2026 The Best Smoothie Subscription Services to Try in 2026
June 16, 2026

The Best Dairy-Free Cheesecake Recipes We’ll Be Making All Summer Long The Best Dairy-Free Cheesecake Recipes We’ll Be Making All Summer Long
June 12, 2026

The 2026 Guide to Vegan Starbucks Summer Drinks The 2026 Guide to Vegan Starbucks Summer Drinks
June 10, 2026

12 Vegan Summer Salads That Will Elevate Any Barbecue 12 Vegan Summer Salads That Will Elevate Any Barbecue
June 6, 2026

The Best Oat Milk Ice Cream: From Ben & Jerry’s to Oatly The Best Oat Milk Ice Cream: From Ben & Jerry’s to Oatly
June 4, 2026

Tested and Approved: The VegNews Guide to Vegan Birkenstocks Tested and Approved: The VegNews Guide to Vegan Birkenstocks
June 3, 2026

The Best Jamba Vegan Menu Items, From Smoothies to Bowls to Snacks The Best Jamba Vegan Menu Items, From Smoothies to Bowls to Snacks
June 2, 2026

Summer’s Biggest Blockbuster: All the Vegan Movie Theater Candy Summer’s Biggest Blockbuster: All the Vegan Movie Theater Candy
June 1, 2026

No Campfire? Make These Gooey Vegan Indoor S’mores Whenever You’d Like No Campfire? Make These Gooey Vegan Indoor S’mores Whenever You’d Like
May 29, 2026

Ditch the Pint: The Best Vegan Ice Cream Sandwiches Ditch the Pint: The Best Vegan Ice Cream Sandwiches
May 28, 2026

Move Over, Ketchup: 9 Next-Level Veggie Burger Toppings Move Over, Ketchup: 9 Next-Level Veggie Burger Toppings
May 28, 2026

Thick, Creamy, Vegan: The Best Milkshakes Across the Country Thick, Creamy, Vegan: The Best Milkshakes Across the Country
May 26, 2026

To Reap the Benefits of Cherry Season, Be Like Oprah, Martha, and Bobby Flay To Reap the Benefits of Cherry Season, Be Like Oprah, Martha, and Bobby Flay
May 26, 2026

Yes, Vegan BBQ Can Do Pulled Pork, Ribs, and Kebabs, Too Yes, Vegan BBQ Can Do Pulled Pork, Ribs, and Kebabs, Too
May 25, 2026

The Dreamiest, Dairy-Free Burrata Recipes You’ll Want to Make All Summer Long The Dreamiest, Dairy-Free Burrata Recipes You’ll Want to Make All Summer Long
May 24, 2026

You’ll Want to Slather These 12 Vegan BBQ Sauces on Everything This Summer You’ll Want to Slather These 12 Vegan BBQ Sauces on Everything This Summer
May 23, 2026

From Fudgy to Fruity, Here’s How to Make the Best Plant-Based Popsicles at Home From Fudgy to Fruity, Here’s How to Make the Best Plant-Based Popsicles at Home
May 23, 2026

From Oscar Mayer to Field Roast, We Tried Them All: The Best Meat-Free Hot Dogs From Oscar Mayer to Field Roast, We Tried Them All: The Best Meat-Free Hot Dogs
May 22, 2026

Brownies, Bars, and S’mores: Our Favorite Vegan Dessert Recipes Made With Graham Crackers Brownies, Bars, and S’mores: Our Favorite Vegan Dessert Recipes Made With Graham Crackers
May 21, 2026

We Asked the Experts: How Do You Make Dairy-Free Ice Cream at Home? We Asked the Experts: How Do You Make Dairy-Free Ice Cream at Home?
May 21, 2026

From Mac ‘N’ Cheese to Greek Potato Salad: The Best Plant-Based Sides for Summer Barbecues From Mac ‘N’ Cheese to Greek Potato Salad: The Best Plant-Based Sides for Summer Barbecues
May 20, 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Beer and Spicy Vegan Food Pairings The Ultimate Guide to Beer and Spicy Vegan Food Pairings
April 28, 2026

The 20 Best US Hotels Where Vegans Can Eat Like Everyone Else The 20 Best US Hotels Where Vegans Can Eat Like Everyone Else
April 13, 2026

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March 23, 2026

Stop Checking Bags—These Seven Carry-On Essentials Will Save Your Trip Stop Checking Bags—These Seven Carry-On Essentials Will Save Your Trip
March 20, 2026

Crack Open a Cold One, And Cook With It—Make These Vegan, Beer-Infused Recipes Crack Open a Cold One, And Cook With It—Make These Vegan, Beer-Infused Recipes

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Save Time and Money With These Vegan Recipes Perfect for Batch-Cooking Save Time and Money With These Vegan Recipes Perfect for Batch-Cooking

Better Than a Big Mac: Juicy Meatless Burgers That Rival the McDonald’s Classic Better Than a Big Mac: Juicy Meatless Burgers That Rival the McDonald’s Classic

S’mores and More: The Best Vegan Marshmallows S’mores and More: The Best Vegan Marshmallows

The VegNews Guide to Vegan Beer The VegNews Guide to Vegan Beer

Where to Find the Best Vegan Pizza in Naples, Italy Where to Find the Best Vegan Pizza in Naples, Italy

Where to Eat Vegan in Catalonia: Barcelona and Beyond Where to Eat Vegan in Catalonia: Barcelona and Beyond

We Tried Grilled Versus Boiled Corn—Here’s What Actually Tastes Better We Tried Grilled Versus Boiled Corn—Here’s What Actually Tastes Better

Bake All of These Vegan Pies if You Love Summer Bake All of These Vegan Pies if You Love Summer

Where to Find the Best Vegan Food in Bali Where to Find the Best Vegan Food in Bali

2025’s Best Vegan Street Food in New York City 2025’s Best Vegan Street Food in New York City

The Vegan Wine Tour That’s Changing the Way People Taste Sonoma The Vegan Wine Tour That’s Changing the Way People Taste Sonoma

12 Non-Dairy Frozen Desserts to Try This Summer 12 Non-Dairy Frozen Desserts to Try This Summer

Must-Make, No-Bake Vegan Summer Cookie Recipes Must-Make, No-Bake Vegan Summer Cookie Recipes

Where to Eat in London, According to a Vegan Michelin-Starred Chef Where to Eat in London, According to a Vegan Michelin-Starred Chef

Top Your Watermelon With Chili, Cheese, and Cream for the Sweetest Summer Upgrade Top Your Watermelon With Chili, Cheese, and Cream for the Sweetest Summer Upgrade

Zucchini Is the Summer Squash That Does It All and These Recipes Prove It Zucchini Is the Summer Squash That Does It All and These Recipes Prove It

This is Officially the Best Way to Store Tomatoes This is Officially the Best Way to Store Tomatoes

Where to Find the Best Vegan Food in Rome Where to Find the Best Vegan Food in Rome

The Top Veggie Burger Picks From a Nutritionist The Top Veggie Burger Picks From a Nutritionist

No Matter How You Pronounce It, Açaí Is the Ultimate Smoothie Bowl Ingredient No Matter How You Pronounce It, Açaí Is the Ultimate Smoothie Bowl Ingredient

How to Make Summer Rolls, the Healthier, Fresher Spring Roll You Can Eat Year-Round How to Make Summer Rolls, the Healthier, Fresher Spring Roll You Can Eat Year-Round

How to Master the Art of Crudité How to Master the Art of Crudité

The A-to-Z Dairy-Free Ice Cream Guide: Flavors, Shops, and Trends You Need to Know The A-to-Z Dairy-Free Ice Cream Guide: Flavors, Shops, and Trends You Need to Know

Universal Studios Orlando Is the Place to Go for Great Rides and Even Greater Vegan Food Universal Studios Orlando Is the Place to Go for Great Rides and Even Greater Vegan Food

The Best Vegan Restaurants in the World, According to a Travel Expert The Best Vegan Restaurants in the World, According to a Travel Expert

7 Must-Visit Beach Towns for Sun, Sand, Surf, and Delicious Vegan Food 7 Must-Visit Beach Towns for Sun, Sand, Surf, and Delicious Vegan Food

The Best Tortilla Chips for Salsa, Guac, Queso, or Straight Out of the Bag The Best Tortilla Chips for Salsa, Guac, Queso, or Straight Out of the Bag

Where to Find the Best Dairy-Free Gelato in the US Where to Find the Best Dairy-Free Gelato in the US

What to Feast on at Smorgasburg NYC: Vegan Tacos, Bao Buns, and So Much More What to Feast on at Smorgasburg NYC: Vegan Tacos, Bao Buns, and So Much More

Where to Find Vegan Food at Universal Studios Hollywood, From Butterbeer to Burgers Where to Find Vegan Food at Universal Studios Hollywood, From Butterbeer to Burgers

Vegan Food Near Me: London’s Best Restaurants Vegan Food Near Me: London’s Best Restaurants

Dive Into the 10 Best Sustainable Vegan Swimwear Brands Dive Into the 10 Best Sustainable Vegan Swimwear Brands

Vegan Restaurants Near Me: The Best Places for Plant-Based Food in San Francisco Vegan Restaurants Near Me: The Best Places for Plant-Based Food in San Francisco

Here’s What to Buy and Cook This Summer: From Corn Gazpacho to Cheesy Summer Squash Here’s What to Buy and Cook This Summer: From Corn Gazpacho to Cheesy Summer Squash

9 Essential Picnic Foods: From Deli Salads to Desserts 9 Essential Picnic Foods: From Deli Salads to Desserts

Mumbai’s Incredible Food Scene is a Glimpse Into India’s Sustainable Food Future Mumbai’s Incredible Food Scene is a Glimpse Into India’s Sustainable Food Future

How to Be a Responsible Drinker and Still Have Fun How to Be a Responsible Drinker and Still Have Fun

Where to Find the Best Vegan Brunch in Los Angeles Where to Find the Best Vegan Brunch in Los Angeles

15 Must-Try Restaurants in Orange County, From the Best Dairy-Free Milkshakes to Fish-Free Sushi 15 Must-Try Restaurants in Orange County, From the Best Dairy-Free Milkshakes to Fish-Free Sushi

Meet the Women Who Made This Vegan Ice Cream Shop a Hollywood Favorite Meet the Women Who Made This Vegan Ice Cream Shop a Hollywood Favorite

11 Must-Try Restaurants in Europe, From Athens’ Vegan Beat to Kraków’s Krowarzywa 11 Must-Try Restaurants in Europe, From Athens’ Vegan Beat to Kraków’s Krowarzywa

10 Fruity, Bubbly, Funky Drinks Perfect for Summer: From THC Tonics to Aguas Frescas 10 Fruity, Bubbly, Funky Drinks Perfect for Summer: From THC Tonics to Aguas Frescas

Exploring Barcelona’s Best Restaurants: From Plant-Based Doughnuts to Fish-Free Sushi Exploring Barcelona’s Best Restaurants: From Plant-Based Doughnuts to Fish-Free Sushi

Get Your Fill in Philly: 13 Must-Visit Vegan Restaurants in Philadelphia Get Your Fill in Philly: 13 Must-Visit Vegan Restaurants in Philadelphia

The Plant-Forward Guide to Traveling the Amalfi Coast The Plant-Forward Guide to Traveling the Amalfi Coast

The Votes Are In. What is the Best Vegan Ice Cream in America? The Votes Are In. What is the Best Vegan Ice Cream in America?

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