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Vegan Recipes from B&Bs

Posted on September 24, 2021 by The VRG Blog Editor
Photo by Rissa Miller

The latest issue of Vegetarian Journal features an article complied by Rissa Miller called “Home Away from Home.” Here you’ll find vegan recipes from various B&Bs that offer vegan cuisine. Recipes include Tofu Quiche Muffins; Jen’s Coconut Mango Muffins; Lemon-Pepper Tofu with Roasted Veggies; Tofu Benedict Florentine with Hollandaise Sauce; and Caponata. (Please note that after we went to press Old Caledonian B&B was sold and no longer is a vegan establishment; however, they will prepare vegan meals upon request.)

You can find the entire article here: Home Away from Home

To subscribe to Vegetarian Journal in the USA, see: vrg.org/member

Wild Earth Makes Vegan Dog Food

Posted on September 24, 2021 by The VRG Blog Editor

The latest issue of Vegetarian Journal offers a review of Wild Earth’s vegan dog food, treats, and supplements. Read the review here: Veggie Bits

To subscribe to Vegetarian Journal in the USA, see: vrg.org/member

Vegan Restaurants Added to The Vegetarian Resource Group’s Guide to Veggie Restaurants in the USA and Canada

Posted on September 23, 2021 by The VRG Blog Editor
Photo from Blissful Burgers

The Vegetarian Resource Group maintains an online Guide to Vegan/Vegetarian Restaurants in the USA and Canada. Here are some recent vegan restaurant additions. The entire guide can be found here: http://www.vrg.org/restaurant/index.php

To support the updating of this online restaurant guide, please donate at: www.vrg.org/donate

Here are some new additions to VRG’s guide (Note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic many are doing take-out and/or delivery now):

Blissful Burgers, 5714 Evers Rd., San Antonio, TX 78238

Enjoy various burgers and fries.

Cajou Creamery, 411 N. Howard St., Baltimore, MD 21201

Cajou Creamery is committed to making ice cream better, using real vegan ingredients that are responsibly sourced. Their frozen treats are nut-based and come in creative flavors such as Mexican CaCao, Horchata, Baklava, Blueberry Cheesecake, and more.

Grown Together, 209 E. Mills Ave., El Paso, TX 79901

If you want “incredible vegan food” and “exceptional customer service” included in a restaurant experience, check out Grown Together. Originally a meal prep service, they now have a dine-in option as well, where one can order from a changing menu. Sample dishes have included Sweet and Sour Tofu and Veggies, UnSteak Fajita Skillet, and Lemon-Garlic Veggie Linguine.

Honey’s Ice Cream, 1448 Dundas St. W., Toronto, ON M6J 1Y6 Canada

Ice cream flavors available include Peanut Butter Cup, Cookies & Cream, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, and many more. They also offer ice cream sandwiches, pies, and bars.

JackBeQue, Hilton Denver Inverness, 200 Inverness Dr. W., Englewood, CO 80112

Enjoy a variety of barbecue sandwiches such as smoky jackfruit or buffalo cauliflower, crispy comfort foods such as potato scallion fritters or green chili mac bites, various veggies and sides, as well as desserts. Weekend brunch items include Belgian style waffles and a brunch burrito.

Peach & Pine, Long Island, NY

This vegan food truck moves around Long Island. Check their Instagram page for location and hours. Enjoy bake goods and vegan comfort food such as New Bacon-ings, which consists of a hot honee buttermilk biscuit, buttermilk fried chik’n, cheddar, bootleg bacon, arugula, and maple paprika aioli. They have offered also Buffalo Cauliflower, Fried Pickles, and more.

Reed & Co., 4113 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201

Reed & Co. is a restaurant and juice bar. They serve an assortment of hot foods, such as burgers and wraps, as well as cold grab-and-go meals such as salads and noodle bowls. But their main focus is their cold-pressed, raw juices and vegan ‘mylks’. Their juices are made fresh and with whole ingredients. The juices can be ordered individually, as well as in the form of a package deal.

Sprout Vegan Café, 10 Wailea Gateway Pl., B102, Kihei, HI 96753

Enjoy a wide variety of sandwiches, wraps, and bowls. They also offer three types of fries: regular, loaded, and kimchi. Also enjoy smoothies and desserts.

Ziggy’s, 594 California Blvd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

Enjoy burgers, tacos, salads, sides, and desserts. They also offer vegan milk shakes!

Scientific Updates from Vegetarian Journal

Posted on September 23, 2021 by The VRG Blog Editor

Each issue of Vegetarian Journal features a column titled Scientific Update, by Reed Mangels, PhD, RD. The latest column covers the topics of Plant-Based Protein as Effective as Animal-Based Protein for Strength Training and New Report Connects Food Choices and Climate Change.

Read the entire column here: Scientific Update

To subscribe to Vegetarian Journal in the USA, see: vrg.org/member

Get Saucy with ZUBI’S

Posted on September 22, 2021 by The VRG Blog Editor

The latest issue of Vegetarian Journal offers a review of ZUBI’S, a sauce line that includes Crema, Queso, and Salsa. Read the review here: Veggie Bits

To subscribe to Vegetarian Journal in the USA, see: vrg.org/member

Cholesterol in Plants?

Posted on September 22, 2021 by The VRG Blog Editor

Have you ever wondered if plants contain cholesterol? Reed Mangels, PhD, RD answers this question in the latest issue of Vegetarian Journal. See: Cholesterol in Plants?

To subscribe to Vegetarian Journal in the USA, see: vrg.org/member

Vegan Greek Bowl, Marinated Tofu on Top of Couscous and Veggies, Smothered in Lemon Tahini Dressing – Watch this Video!

Posted on September 21, 2021 by The VRG Blog Editor

Sophisticated and refreshing, Chef Morgan’s Greek Bowls are sure to please a crowd any time of year. Try her recipe for Greek Marinated Tofu on top of couscous and veggies, all smothered in lemon tahini dressing for lunch, dinner, snacks, or even a meal on the go. See this Vegetarian Resource Group video at: https://youtu.be/Q53AiF75M5k

More videos at:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvSyCToa_i9fA4D5CLCAFWw
https://www.vrg.org/veg_videos.php

Vegan Book Reviews: The Vegucated Family Table and Vegan Revolution

Posted on September 21, 2021 by The VRG Blog Editor

Each issue of Vegetarian Journal features book reviews. Our latest issue features The Vegucated Family Table and Vegan Revolution.

Read the entire column here: Book Reviews

To subscribe to Vegetarian Journal in the USA, see: vrg.org/member

Scientific Updates from Vegetarian Journal

Posted on September 20, 2021 by The VRG Blog Editor

Each issue of Vegetarian Journal features a column titled Scientific Update, by Reed Mangels, PhD, RD. The latest column covers the topics of Vegetarian Diet Associated with a Lower Risk of Cataract; Vegan Diet Offers Health Benefits Regardless of Blood Type; and Soy Isoflavones Associated with Moderately Reduced Risk of Heart Disease.

Read the entire column here: Scientific Update

To subscribe to Vegetarian Journal in the USA, see: vrg.org/member

TOCAYA MEXICAN RESTAURANTS HAVE VEGGIE OPTIONS

Posted on September 20, 2021 by The VRG Blog Editor
Shredded Kale and Quinoa Salad

Tocaya, with over 20 restaurants in California and Arizona, states that they have vegan and vegetarian options. Some of their selections are Take and Bake Nachos (seasonal), Shredded Kale and Quinoa Salad, Street Corn en Fuego Bowl, Spicy Chick’N Soup, and Mushroom & Jalapeno Quesadillas. You can select Vegan Chick’n, Adobo Tofu and Vegan Mozzarella.

For more information go to https://tocaya.com/menu/ and select vegan.

The contents of this posting, our website, and our other publications, including Vegetarian Journal, are not intended to provide personal medical advice. Medical advice should be obtained from a qualified health professional. We often depend on product and ingredient information from company statements. It is impossible to be 100% sure about a statement, info can change, people have different views, and mistakes can be made. Please use your best judgment about whether a product is suitable for you. To be sure, do further research or confirmation on your own.

For information about veg restaurants in the U.S. and Canada, see https://www.vrg.org/restaurant/index.php

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