On their website, Vegreen states: “Because of our busy lifestyles, many people have forgotten how important it is to eat healthy. VeGreen wants to play the role in helping you balance both physical and mental health. We gather many different kinds of dishes from around the world and fuse them into vegan dishes, so you can enjoy healthy meals.” They also consider themselves an environmental awareness group. For example, their carry out boxes are made out of recyclable material.

Here’s a sample of some of the dishes you’ll find on their menu:

Appetizers such as vegan crab salad, pickled daikon radish, veggie spring roll; and cucumber mushroom salad. Main course items include sesame tofu, ginger okra, yam and eggplant clay pot, green curry mixed vegetable, “chicken” pad Thai, Singapore rice noodle, etc. They also offer a huge vegan sushi menu and several soups.

Vegreen is located at 3780 Old Norcross Rd, Suite 106, Duluth, GA, 30096. They are open Thursday through Tuesday for lunch and dinner. Their phone number is (770) 495-8828.

Be sure to visit their website: www.vegreen.com and Facebook page: www.facebook.com/vegreenfusion.

By Rebecca Kaplan, VRG Volunteer

It was perfect spring day this year for the annual Veggie Pride Parade in New York City. Hundreds of vegheads marched all the way from the West Village to Union Square on Sunday April 14th in a celebration of all things plant-based and cruelty-free. After the parade ended, folks gathered in Union Square where over a dozen vegan organizations had set up tables including information on animal rights activism, and yummy food from vegan restaurants all over NYC.

The Vegetarian Resource Group passed out information on the benefits of a vegan diet, including cardiovascular health and lower environmental impact. We also shared dietary resource guides for new vegans and vegetarians, as well as handing out copies of the Vegetarian Journal with delicious vegan recipes. The Veggie Pride parade serves as a reminder that veganism is here to stay.

The Vegetarian Resource Group is an activist non-profit organization that does outreach all-year-long. For example, VRG tables at different events throughout the USA and also sends literature free of charge to other groups/individuals doing educational activities in schools, hospitals, camps, restaurants, libraries, offices, etc. Our ability to continue doing this depends on people like you! Your donations allow us to promote the vegan message whenever we’re called upon for assistance. Please consider becoming a monthly or quarterly donor to The Vegetarian Resource Group.

Thanks so much for your support. You can become a monthly or quarterly donor online here: vrg.org/donate

By Shun Shueh

It has been a pleasure interning with The Vegetarian Resource Group for about 3 months. I’ve been vegan for a little more than a year, and my experience with The Vegetarian Resource Group has been very rewarding.

I initially joined VRG in an attempt to find a deeper connection to veganism. Though I was already comfortable with eating a vegan diet, I wanted to learn more about vegan activism and how I could make an even bigger contribution to the vegan cause. Interning with VRG has definitely helped me get closer to this goal. I’ve learned so much about different types of activism and running a non-profit organization. My favorite part of this experience has been meeting those who are connected to The Vegetarian Resource Group. Here, I quickly learned that having connections is a crucial part of running a successful cause, so interning at VRG has allowed me to get more comfortable with networking.

I also enjoyed assisting with different outreach events including a vegan Jewish cooking demonstration and a booth at an event for dietitians. This opportunity gave me a new perspective on how events are run and planned.

Lastly, working in the VRG office also meant that I could try lots of fun vegan snacks! My personal favorites were vegan ice cream mochi and vegan ravioli from Amy’s Kitchen. Overall, I am extremely grateful to have had the opportunity to intern at VRG and have gained a lot from this experience.

For more information about VRG internships, see https://www.vrg.org/student/index.php

Shun Shueh was a VRG high school intern in 2019.

Vegetarian Journal is available on Kindle in the USA and UK. The newest edition features: Essential Seitan (learn how to make vegan meats out of seitan); Bonjour Vegan (French vegan recipes); Scientific Updates; Eating Vegetarian in a Frat House; Vegan Product Reviews; VRG’s Video Contest Winners; A Kinder Glow (Guide to vegan make-up, skin care, nail care, and hair products); Island Ital Flavors in Jamaica; Vegan Book Reviews; Quick and Easy Ideas for Watermelon; plus more.

In the USA, visit:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LBY2Y7K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1544727482&sr=8-1&keywords=B07LBY2Y7K

In the United Kingdom, visit:https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07LBY2Y7K/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1544731957&sr=8-1&keywords=B07LBY2Y7K

A Relaxing Weekend Brunch by Peggy Rynk offers recipes for Cranberry Tea Punch, Tofu Scrambled “Eggs,” Smoky Scrambled Tofu, Apple “Sausage” Stir-Fry with Beans, Grits Italiano, Lemon Syrup, Oatmeal Pancakes, Strawberry Pancakes, Jamaican Gingerbread, Breakfast Banana Cake, and Stovetop Rice Pudding. To read the entire article previously published in Vegetarian Journal, visit: https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2009issue1/2009_issue1_weekend_brunch.php

Super Savory Breakfasts by Debra Daniels-Zeller provides recipes for Curried Potatoes and Yams with Hummus in Pita Bread, Quinoa-Millet Pilaf with Winter Squash, Individual Breakfast Pizzas, Orange-ginger Red Lentils, Scrambled Tofu, Early Riser Marinated Tofu Sandwich, Glorious Greens Bisque with Steamed Tempeh, and Balsamic White Beans and Greens with Whole Grain Tortillas. To read the entire article previously published in Vegetarian Journal, see: https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2004issue1/2004_issue1_breakfasts.php

To subscribe to Vegetarian Journal, go to: https://www.vrg.org/member/2013sv.php

The Vegetarian Resource Group maintains an online Guide to Vegan/Vegetarian Restaurants in the USA and Canada. Below are some recent 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:

Planta Queen

180 Queen St. W.

Toronto, ON M5V 3X3 Canada

Choices range from dan dan noodles to bao and sushi to kung pao. The plates are small, and the flavors are carefully crafted.

Red White Japanese Vegan

294 Newbury St.

Boston, MA 02115

Red White Japanese Vegan is a fast-casual restaurant with smoothies and bowls. Fast-casual and bowls seem to go together like beans and rice, but when was the time it was Japanese? With a base of sushi rice, and toppings like tofu, eggplant, mushrooms, yams, and more, all while topped off by any of five Japanese-styled sauces, you’re sure to encounter a new flavor experience.

Refocused Vegan

429 N. Eutaw St.

Baltimore, MD 21201

Refocused Vegan aims to change up the narrative that says “Vegan food can’t be delicious”. With vegan takes on classic comfort foods, from burgers, vegan “chicken” fingers, mac ‘n’ cheese, and many more, Refocused Vegan is the perfect place to indulge your cravings.

Soul Food Vegan

2901 Emancipation Ave.

Houston, TX 77004

Po’ boys, jambalaya, mac n cheese oh my! Soul Food Vegan successfully answers your craving for delicious Southern-style food. Many menu items are Cajun inspired such as the Cajun Pasta Melt or Cajun Spaghetti. Want to taste it all? Try the Soul Food Platter! They also have a variety of smoothies, salads, and desserts.

Tane Vegan Izakaya

2065 S. Beretania St.

Honolulu, HI 96826

A completely vegan sushi bar is a rare thing indeed, so don’t miss out. There are dozens of options including vegan nigari, classic, and specialty rolls. If you’d prefer a bowl to a roll, try the ramen or the specialty salads.

The Green Vegan Monsta

1470 Broadway

Brooklyn, NY 11221

The Green Vegan Monsta is an all-vegan juice bar and eatery in the Bushwick neighborhood in Brooklyn. There are tons of juice blends to choose from, as well as solid fare like wraps, salads, and burgers. There’s even a children’s play area for the little ones!

20th Street Pizza

108 S. 20th St.

Philadelphia, PA

20th Street Pizza offers a hip atmosphere with great vegan pizza, even for those who aren’t vegan. It’s perfect for friend and family gatherings. Since 20th Street Pizza is in its early stages, the shop only offers four or five different pizzas, vegan doughnuts from Dottie’s and vegan cookies from Crust Bakery. Once the shop is in full swing, the owner plans to add more vegetable sides, salads, and, garlic knots to the menu. As of right now, they offer Sicilian and New York-style slices with a strong focus on seasonal vegetables, which is always an added bonus. With raving reviews, you should expect 20th street pizza to be hopping with customers!

Are you looking for an event or restaurant serving special meals on Mother’s Day? Here are some suggestions:

Eve Restaurant, Encinitas, CA https://www.eveencinitas.com/store/p31/mothersdayeve.html

Equinox Restaurant, Washington, DC https://www.facebook.com/events/357312555123713/

Ethos Vegan Kitchen, Winter Park, FL http://www.ethosvegankitchen.com/news.html

Café Sunflower, Atlanta, GA http://www.cafesunflower.com/events.shtml

Vegan Soul Mother’s Day Social Brunch, Baltimore, MD https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vegan-soul-presents-the-vegan-mothers-day-social-brunch-tickets-59376734411

Oasis Vegan Veggie Parlor Brunch at Black Market, Roxbury, MA https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mothers-day-vegan-veggie-brunch-tickets-60349975401

The Vegan Market Mother’s Day Edition, Somerville, MA https://www.facebook.com/events/589457424865396/

Detroit Vegan Soul, Detroit, MI http://www.detroitvegansoul.com/home

Café Flora, Seattle, WA http://www.cafeflora.com/

Justveggiez Vegan Mother’s Day Brunch at Goodman Community Center, Madison, WI https://www.eventbrite.com/e/justveggiez-vegan-mothers-day-brunch-tickets-58691780696

The Vegetarian Resource Group does vegan outreach year-round. On several occasions we’ve set up a display similar to the one shown in the photo above. This is especially useful when teaching non-vegetarians about vegan diets. Of course, we encourage individuals to eat mostly fresh produce, beans, grains, etc. However, the fact is that today many people use convenience foods and we want to show them vegan products that are available in supermarkets today. If you show them how easy it is to go vegan, they just may give it a try!

By Taylor Gale, VRG Intern

Every year, Loyola holds an Evergreen Fest to celebrate environmentalism and sustainability. A few Loyola clubs, including surrounding environmentally conscious organizations are provided a table to showcase their product or serve as a platform to educate others about the environment. This past Friday I had the opportunity to represent The Vegetarian Resource Group at one of the tables for Evergreen Fest. The festival went from 12-3pm, but with a cast of rain I only stayed until 2pm. The Environmental Action Club at Loyola hosts Evergreen Fest every year. This year they offered vegan pizza for free as well as a smoothie bike!! Students were able to bike to create their own delicious and nutritious smoothie, while being environmentally conscious by skipping using electricity. Various tables offered products, such as succulents, vegan cookie decorating, face scrubs, raffle prizes and many more!

Students kept coming up to the VRG table asking questions about vegetarianism and what VRG offers. I really enjoyed my time because I was able to discuss the detrimental environmental costs of the meat industry, explain how to cook a meat-free diet, and hand out journals to any students and faculty that passed by. The best part of it all was being able to hold conversations with others about how to go vegan or sustain the lifestyle. At one point, a prospective student and her mother came to the VRG table and told us about their tribulations with being a teen and vegan. Luckily, VRG provides support and journals for teens’ frequently asked questions— https://www.vrg.org/teen/ —so I was able to provide them with guidance and essential information. Overall, the event went very smoothly, that is, before the rain came pouring down. Although, the timing was short, I was able to reach out to many students and faculty about making healthier and more sustainable options for what goes on their plate!

For information about VRG internships, see https://www.vrg.org/student/index.php

To support Vegetarian Resource Group outreach, donate at www.vrg.org/donate