Dealing with non vegan family members | Q&A

[@jonathanmachado8133]

I wouldn't change a thing in your content videos, you both are genuine, relaxed, and can't get enough of the adorable Irish accents...just makes me smile especially knowing you are Vegan, average guys that are wonderful examples of compassion and health. Lots of love from Jonathan and Gracie 🐕 ♥️ in Corona California 😀

[@connorwinton4343]

I'm not vegan but you guys have inspired me to add a lot of veg and plant substitutes into my diet. Great channel, can't wait for more new recipes. vegan Japanese curry rice maybe?

[@thehappypear]

Amazing, love to hear it Connor. Hope you like oil free vegan recipes because we have a lot of them on the way, haha. We'll try out a Japanese curry soon. 😄😄

[@cltinturkey]

Your camera operator deserves giant kudos. Smooth as silk while walking backwards over many different surfaces. Fabulous job, Sean! You guys were interesting and charming as always too.

[@margarett_b]

Wife from Poland?! Being Polish, I immediately feel a bigger connection with you guys :D Each time, I feel truly inspired by your commitment to living sustainably and eco friendly. Thank you for being you! Anyways, I wish you all the best!

[@zuzannastogowska6628]

Małgorzata Bukowczyk Haha same! It’s hard to be even vegetarian with Polish grandmas:)

[@barryirlandi4217]

Irish are pretty Polish anyway, aren't we?

[@dawncierelli1510]

Hi guys! My first year vegan, I dropped about 50 lbs, my husband about 60. Our cholesterol went down and I'm working on my thyroid---we are "old school" and eat pretty basic---really basic lifestyle--I'm with you!!! Have a blessed day out there! :)

[@Optimist788]

I liked the freestyle manner of answering questions and the natural interaction you have with each other. Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work😊

[@juczy84]

You two are so freakin’ inspiring human beings! I can’t wait to move to Ireland and visit your café! 🌱💚😄

[@johnwade6580]

Great video. I'd love to see some vegan carribbean food. Try gallo pinto or Jamaican rice and peas with fried plantain. Or jerk tofu if that could work.

[@sphinx1017]

I got into this through laziness! Searched for 5 min meals on KZbin and "boom" the pear. Meat meals are so much harder and they have to be cooked through etc...can't be bothered. Probably not the best reason to be vegan, but it's true.

[@deeordo9568]

Love love your vids! Short, sweet, entertaining, yet very practical and creative. Can't rave enough! Small ask, I've had hard time with conversation to the States measurements. Anyway you guys can include it in the description of the recipe?

[@monikaus]

Can you make more kids friendly recipes? Something that toddlers/younger kids could help with? Keep up the great work!!! Thanks.

[@daplantgirl]

You are so amazing: tolerant, kind, everything positive one needs.

[@Zedbr549]

I'm impressed by your videographer. Walking backwards while keeping the camera movements smooth. Talent. 😊

[@NikkoAndKenji]

i love the walky talky videos! nice change from time to time and love to hear your input on things!

[@sarahhicks3971]

Finding you guys really inspiring. Been vegan just over a week & loving it.

[@kiwirussells]

Thank you! Fun to see Pearville as the back drop. As always you guys are so inspiring!

[@markbelanger5754]

Nice work guys. Way to spread your positive energy. It has a big ripple effect all over the planet!

[@colleencrawford5232]

Love this Q and A and hubby and I share a similar story.....ten years vegan and we are connected to beautiful friends who may or may not necessarily be vegan, but are lasting TRUE friendships✨

[@robromijnders]

Hi Happy Pear! Thanks for answering my question! If you have time, I would love a video on bobotie. It's a South African dish with broccoli and sultanas. Here in the Netherlands, supermarkets sell a pre-packaged version, but I am sure you can make a better version :) Love to the channel, Rob

[@elizabethcaldwell4410]

Great video! Thanks, guys! I also love your travel videos - I often watch them when I travel for inspiration. I would love to see more of them! ❤️

[@MadalinaZbranca]

If you don't eat a lot of B12 fortified foods it's safer to take one 5000ug every week or 1000ug 2 or 3 times a week. Or about 250ug every day... And about other videos... I love when you're talking about creating community (in real life and KZbin too) and I love your healthier recipes too, as I love to cook (and create some, why not?) more healthy foods...

[@victoriazwergmaus9813]

Madalina Zbranca do you have a good B12 brand? I am lost!

[@MadalinaZbranca]

I take a supplement from Solgar (cyancobalamine),1000ug every 2 or 3 days, sublingual. They're quite cheap and I buy them from iHerb. I hope this helps you :)

[@broadwaybabyto]

Loved this! Especially the bit about connecting & community... it can be so hard at first to find your tribe & what you guys have built there is an inspiration 🙌🏻

[@stephenfarmer1195]

On my third week of being vegan thanks to you guys. Well done and yeah probably to echo a few other comments oil free recipes are amazing

[@jonesgez]

Stephen Farmer and how are you finding it? G

[@stephenfarmer1195]

jonesgez going well. Not really missing animal products and love the cooking. Always experimenting lol

[@davidthescottishvegan]

I don't have problems getting all my vitamin, minerals and antioxidants because I eat a minimum of 5 vegetables a day (often more), minimum 5 fruit (often more) combined with beans, legumes, grains and nuts. I get my B12 through plant based milks or fortified breakfast cereal or both.

[@ameliat8981]

David Mcgregor that’s not reliable enough. Take the supplement.

[@jmeleopard]

i love these videos where you are both walking, it feels like I'm talking a friendly stroll with you both : )

[@josianedalcourt8220]

Thank you Dave and Steve!! love all your videos! thank you for answering all the questions! we have your 3 recipe books and we make a new dish everyday!!!!! lots of love from Mexico! Josie and Justino :):)

[@shannonvernon6838]

You talk a lot about food recipes but what do you drink? You don’t drink alcohol or caffeine so what is your go to drink? Could you also perhaps do some liquid recipes like smoothies! Love you guys x

[@JM-wr2fo]

Love your videos guys! This one was special and inspiring! Sending lots of love your way

[@bushran2022]

You guys are way older than me but I find you to be absolutely adorable. Just really cute. I hope you are not offended and see this as a compliment.

[@consciouscateringco]

loved the style of this video! It was so casual but very informative and engaging. Keep up the great work, with love from Australia xx

[@marjiesgirl]

Great video Dave & Steve, thank you it was very inspiring with some excellent hints on how to help family members see why being vegan is so important. Love to you as always from Australia. XX

[@margaritacourtenay3794]

Great video.. I love you guys .. very inspiring. Love using your framework to make delicious food x

[@lifestyleonthecheap6119]

I would love a video about more staples I should keep in my pantry please. I am obsessed with your channel and have been binge watching for a couple of weeks now. I just cooked my first Pear inspired meal. I made shredded carrot, diced zucchini and garbanzo beans in some evoo with soy sauce salt and pepper over quinoa. Delicious!!!!

[@elenavalentino3889]

My take-away - “have fun and you’ll attract more people”. Thanks!

[@ThisIsFiftyWithLil]

Haha, I thought the exact same thing when you mentioned how well the person shooting the video and walking backwards was doing. Great job, all of you. Figs and oatmeal, two favorites of mine. Your Instastories usually feature both, and how I wish we had figs available the whole year. I live in Texas and was able to enjoy fresh figs this season. Growing up in Southern California I unknowingly took for granted that pomegranate, fig, orange, avocado, and so many odd fruits grew everywhere. I loved that my aunt could just reach out her back door and pluck a green apple to put in a salad. And kumquats that grew in the backyard , well they were usually used as ammunition by my cousins sitting on the roof of the house, their prey... anyone who walked through their "space." Good times. I'm not vegan, but I'm so glad to have discovered you guys on Instagram and am so glad you are making KZbin content more regularly. Favorite part of your vids... everyone gathering to take a plunge in the sea.

[@louisegharakhanian6664]

Just went out to buy b12 today for my family. Thanks for the reminder boys.

[@jackgascoine8285]

You guys are great the whole happy pear team ! Even though you are growing and becoming much bigger you still reply to as much people as you can 🌱✊😁

[@staceynolan8577]

Guys absolutely love your attitude towards your children. You don't force. Your very inspiring. All about promoting healthy diet I'm on the way to vegan but not there yet.

[@staceynolan8577]

I'm fascinated by bees too. My grandfather kept bees. I want a bee hive but iv no where to put it at the moment 😃

[@veganversus9052]

It always stinks when the people closest to you aren't accepting of your life. Just keep in kind that they don't really have to be. Over time most people around us have become more accepting of us realizing it isn't a phase. Just keep calm and eat plants!

[@Curt_Randall]

do you two ever disagree about anything? or are there any fun differences you would like to share?

[@susanwaterworth5622]

This was lovely. Walking and talking, inspiring us to be healthy and positive. I would love to hear what caused you to changed from boyos to yoga-and-meditation-loving vegans. It sounds like a profound change and I think many of your viewers would find it interesting if it is not too personal. Thank you for your channel and food and attitudes.

[@madi972100]

Thank you for all these answers they were really clear and helpful. I’m struggling a bit with the “vegan kids” discussion with my non-vegan partner. Any tips?

[@Phitzee]

You should say to your partner... If they don't care about their own health, the environment, or other living beings... then what on earth should they care about!? XD

[@kimberlyh5868]

You guys are just some wholesome and happy and it’s really infectious! Love everything you represent 🙌🏻

[@kellyharrison6884]

Guy's, you two are seriously the best! As someone who is new to this way of life, I find you channel so informative and welcoming. You guys set a wonderful example for all vegans :)

[@ZachBuechler]

It's like you're speaking right to me! Thanks guys, hope to visit someday soon!

[@clark_cant]

Loads of love guys, you're doing us a great service by being a continual inspiration!

[@MrMyMylo]

You Are Just Amazing...thank you for sharing with us your lifestyle...👏👏👏

[@realNicoCollu]

The real MVP in this video is the videographer!

[@amynorfleet3440]

I literally just stumbled upon you guys! I'm so stoked. You guys are adorable and fun! Thanks for sharing your journey with us 💚🍀🌾🌿🌱

[@Gtee5]

Love the oil free videos!

[@UNROOTME]

Great video! Our family struggles to find a community of other vegans, especially families. I thought it would be easier once we began to travel but haven't had much luck meeting anyone with the same thoughts. We have met some great people though. : )

[@lisalaurel1352]

UNROOT ME have you tried workaway? think that's an awesome worldwide community to find likeminded people if you're into traveling :)

[@freakdancing4144]

Loved the stuff about your kids, really open and insightful

[@rois-g94]

great video as per guys! would love to see you guys talk a bit more on yoga & meditation (meditation especially) if possible - tips for beginners perhaps! And maybe more raw food dishes for summer 😊💚

[@DaveinTokiyo]

I REALLY loved this Vid Lads. If its difficult / Expensive to source Organic fruits, vegetable and herbs in your area, what would you recommend to buy Organic and why?

[@louisegharakhanian6664]

I'm planning a vegan party. Can you help with the menu? Bbq style. Summers here! What would you 2 do?

[@d.h.9278]

Well Hello! Where is the Happy Pear located? I'm whole food plant based, no oil - located in the states. Enjoy your channel and your cooking! This was a nice format- are your products available outside your general location? Thanks for all the encouragement!!! (Do you have a good recipe for summer rolls or a video?)

[@GeoffreyChisnall]

Awesome QnA guys! Very interesting to hear some of those answers! :D

[@bondk002]

Just wanted to thank you guys for all your recipes and tips. I have been vegan for years but it was always a struggle finding quick good recipes. You really made my life my delicious :) Cheers from Malta

[@maaikemolendijk1478]

This is the first time I watch one of your videos and I already think you guys are absolutely amazing! Thanks!!

[@rebeccamccarthy380]

Hi! 👋 So I bought The Happy Health Plan book yesterday evening and I read it all by this afternoon, it’s amazing and I’m feeling so inspired! My family are extreme meat eaters and because I made the spinach and butter bean curry this evening for dinner (which was delicious btw) I’ve been getting grief, I would never force my diet choices on my family so I’d made them chicken on the side so they can do what they want. I don’t feel any point in eating meat or animal products as my doctor told me a few months ago I’m deficient in B12!?! And my diet always had meat and dairy and eggs in it. I’m not happy with my body and my health as I used to be in way better shape and this year I’m at a point where if something isn’t beneficial to my health then I don’t need it in my body, animal products aren’t doing “their job” so I’m going to leave it off and change to the whole plant-based food lifestyle, but I found it so hard to deal with my family today and I know ye said try and get their support or make them see the benefits but I don’t see that working with them.... does anyone have some advice on what I should do? It’s hard to get your head around something that is proven to have positive results when the people close to you are so negative about it. Thanks to anyone who can offer a word of advice ♥️ xx

[@rebeccaeverett3948]

I love your channel. I love what you both aim to do. Keep up the great work.

[@aislingaine22]

Love the q&a - so cute waving at all the passers by 🙌🏻

[@tigerdeer]

Hey happy awesome pair! For some reason hadn't been able to catch your videos for about 3 months. Just having a fest watching all the new ones right now. Pleased to see you lads well and happy as always. As a vegetarian living with a meat eater I would like to make the suggestion that you never ever preach saying things like "aww look at that poor animal you are eating" etc. They have made a choice to do that and it's terrible being preached at all the time. Like you guys suggest live by example and do the right thing. If that is not enough to convert people around you then that's it. Over the years at the very least my husband has stopped eating meat that has not been prepared in the most ethical and humane way amongst other little things he does to care for animals. It's a long process to change the culture and the best thing we can do is lead by example. Thanks Steve and Dave for letting me preach here in the comments. Lots of love from Sydney to you and the family. xx

[@jchai1343]

You guys are awesome! So down to earth!

[@shelleyhill6911]

Isn't the ocean freezing in Ireland? How do you swim?!

[@nikablecich7753]

I loved this video. Loved how you were so honest and humble 🙏💓

[@thebellaluna]

As always, I enjoy watching your videos and learning about your vegan lifestyles! Y'all are so encouraging and inspiring! Thx, guys! 👍😁💞

[@destineeuelmen8024]

who is filming? so good

[@e.g.2084]

Been following you since you had about 50k subscribers; once you even answered my comment, haha. Love you guys. I am Polish too and I'd love to see your wife in a video sometime if she wants to. Best wishes!!

[@sandifurbish4534]

Do not have to change a thing. I love every single one of your videos!

[@aislingor5899]

I love how natural and real your videos are :)

[@Jaydit7]

One thing, dealing with non-vegans: I have quite a few lovely vegan cookbooks that I share with friends (vegan or not) and the Pictures help to sell recipes that might seem wonky to Omnivores...it's just a thought but has worked for me, sharing vegan recipes with Omnivores. I am not Strictly Vegan but have People who are......Your cookbooks (Happy Pear) are so Eye Friendly that I've made your recipes and "fooled" Omnivores (chuckling aside)...I never got into Meditation...can't sit still long enough......You guys are the Bomb, much love from the USA.

[@lisalaurel1352]

Are you guys from Greystones originally? Can't tell it by the accent (which is lovely btw! :D) How did you find all of your amazing crew members and chefs? Thanks so much for building this community, can't wait to pop into one of your cafés the next time I'm in Ireland

[@moegirl76]

Dave it’s great to know your wife isn’t vegan. My hubby isn’t. And Steve I’m with you. Show them and let them choose. ❤️ Melissa @thehappyventure

[@cathyggill]

Great vid! Thanks, guys!

[@lukakitchen8398]

Thank you to all the vegan youtubers that are teachers. i am teaching my coworkers what to eat and take when there sick or when to have to help them be healthy evey day. A bunch of my coworkers are shocked when I talk healthy to them. I dont really talk at work because I am working a bunch. But when I see some one and they need some health tips I help them out and they say oh yes I'll try that out. I love being smart now after watching and learing from so many vegan youtubers. Oh and I just drank 3 -4 cups of unsweetened almond milk. I love almond milk so much!

[@tykwang]

Yo dudes love this vid. I hope to visit you all when I'm in the States! Very inspiring

[@PhoenixCavalier]

I am curious about swimming everyday. Is it a more of a quick dip or do you swim for a while? What are some of the benefits that you have found from it?

[@islandgirl8604]

LOVED THE Q&A AND THAT IT WAS SO CHILL...

[@Groveland64]

Is your videographer walking backwards. How does that work?

[@Linkous12]

Veerrryyy caaarrefffullly.

[@MUSEsyndrome78]

Drone I would say

[@MUSEsyndrome78]

Or maybe not, i don't know haha

[@flowagency4336]

Drones are way to loud, walking slowing is what it is

[@barryirlandi4217]

I WANT TO KNOW!!!!!!!!!!!

[@amybradley216]

I love your recovery recommendations!

[@BethWallaceIreland]

Love this vid, lads, a deeper look into the 2 of you and your personalities 🧡🔥🧡

[@poisonivy794]

Q: Have you guys tried the Impossible burger? If so what do you think of it?

[@ErikMunneke6714]

I love the soy chunks (TVP). Kind of wondering why you say it isn’t really healthy? Is it just because there isn’t B12 in them? I mean it’s pretty “lean” and high in protein. So I love to use it as a source of protein when I eat a plant based meal. Not really a big fan of meat replacers.

[@barbaracarbone4658]

Great vid. You guys truly are a happy pair.. ❤😁

[@jessicaaudate]

I totally agree. My sonny eats meat. Usually I by him meat and it's for lunch to take to school. I limit him to meat once a day, but I'm not perfect!

[@theolewis8948]

Hello lads! What do you think of Marmite and do you think it's a reasonable alternative to supplementing b12?

[@katechurcher4830]

Great video. Thanks!

[@TheRealTycoNash]

You guys are awesome. Thank you ❤

[@nicholasherlock4865]

I love you two, you’re so awesome. Lots of love from Limerick 💕💖

[@tamcon72]

Pearville? Are you WIllie Wonka? LOL! Enjoyed hearing the questions and your answers; you radiate goodwill, fellas, and I always feel positive after spending time watching you. Thanks!

[@Linkous12]

It's awesome you guys are into calisthenics! For some reason veganism and calisthenics seem to be a popular pairing!

[@kezrave2982]

I have been mostly vegan for about 4 months. I am finding it difficult not to offend friends who forget and cook me meat. And then once derailed I lose my momentum and tend to eat processed food the next few days with dairy and eggs in them. I also need to lose weight so have to stop eating fats but I love avocado and vegan cheese. That's a challenge.

[@sofiacastroluz195]

More snack videos! And meal prep stuff! :)

[@bananapatch9118]

What is your primary reason for being Vegan ? The animals ? Health ?

[@eviemc]

Aaw guys, ye are amazing 👏. Such an amazing inspiration ❤ 💖

[@eviemc]

I've been vegetarian for 30+ years, I'm also a chronic asthmatic, the only animal products I eat occasionally are eggs and cheese. I suffer from fatigue and would love to go vegan, but I'm afraid it will get worse by turning vegan. Any advice?

[@dwarfer2309]

Why take b12 just eat some calf liver and onions or a nice t-bone nothing better than a t-bone on the bbq smells like heaven when it cooks

[@kelleyking]

Your b12 spray will likely go bad in the car. Keep it in the fridge. I learned the hard way. It gets moldy and nasty and you don’t know til you have a mouthful.

[@annika6636]

How are you guys always so positive?

[@d.h.9278]

Could you talk about greens and cooking greens? Or do a cooking session on greens w/o oil - what should I add to them to add flavor? Thank you for your help!!

[@carolynhance5588]

I know the question isn't to me, but as a vegan nutritional consultant/personal chef, I'll chime it. If you're using greens without oil, in order to get all of the important fat soluble vitamins from them, you'd still need to eat them with some type of fat(ie: avocado, nuts, olives, shelled or crushed seeds), and the vitamin C from fresh lemon or lime juice will also increase the iron uptake...it's fascinating that humans intuitively put lemon and olive oil on their salads without really knowing why, but sometimes our tastes help us get the most nutrition our of the food we eat. Most greens are best not cooked for optimal nutrition, or at the most, wilted just to the point where they become a bright green. Soaking nuts are great for sauces. A tahini or peanut butter sauce with lots of garlic, ginger, chili, bit of soy sauce or miso will not leave any salad or steamed greens like broccoli feel like they're lacking flavour.

[@d.h.9278]

Thank you so much for the information. With my whole food plant based lifestyle, I am great about eating my fresh fruits and vegetables, but lacking in the greens department other than lettuce and spinach. I need all the help I can get in this area. Thank you for your kindness!!

[@carolynhance5588]

No prob!