Rissa Miller’s recent article in Vegetarian Journal called “Don’t Pull the Wool Over Your Eyes” educates readers on which yarns are vegan. Many yarns and fibers are made from wool or wool blends (sometimes listed as merino) and are not vegan.

To read the entire article, go to: https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2019issue4/2019_issue4_pull_wool.php

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Bareburger stated that they have shifted to a 50% vegan menu. With more than 44 locations, they offer organic tempeh bacon, dairy-free cheeses, “eggs” from JUST, and patties from both Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods. See: https://www.bareburger.com/

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To find vegetarian and vegan restaurants in the USA and Canada, go to: https://www.vrg.org/restaurant/index.php

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.

Nathaniel Corn’s article “Nashville Vegan,” appears in the latest issue of Vegetarian Journal. His recommended dining spots include Avo, Franklin Juice Company, Graze, Vegan Vee, Veggie Village, and The wild Cow.

Read his restaurant reviews here: https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2019issue4/2019_issue4_nashville_vegan.php

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Dog Haus is now serving Impossible Burger and Beyond Sausage. *Impossible burger patties and other ingredients are prepped alongside non-vegan items. See: https://doghaus.com/plantbaseditems.html

For information about other restaurant chains, go to: https://www.vrg.org/fastfoodinfo.php

For information about vegan and vegetarian restaurants in the USA and Canada, see: https://www.vrg.org/restaurant/index.php

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.

The Vegetarian Resource Group Book Catalog offers a wide range of vegan books. Your purchases support our outreach!

Vegan for One

Simply Vegan

Gluten-Free Tips and Tricks for Vegans

The Kick Diabetes Cookbook

Vegans Know How to Party

Plant-Powered Families

Artisan Vegan Cheese

The Indian Vegan Kitchen

The 4-Ingredient Vegan

The Almond Milk Cookbook

Vegan Microwave Cookbook

Vegan Soul Kitchen

The Joy of Vegan Baking

Vegan Brunch

Vegan Meals for One or Two

The Lowfat Jewish Vegetarian Cookbook (vegan cookbook)

The Vegan Lunchbox (for kids and adults)

Teff Love (Ethiopian vegan cooking)

Vegan Seafood: Beyond the Fish Shtick for Vegetarians

More Fabulous Beans

Soups On!

Nona’s Italian Kitchen

Food Allergy Survival Guide

The Natural Vegan Kitchen

Asian Fusion

And so many more….

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Visit http://www.vrg.org/catalog/ to order books online and support VRG’s outreach at the same time!

Later this month several holidays will be celebrated and you might want some new vegan side dishes to serve to co-workers, friends, and family. Chef Brown from The Land of Kush vegan restaurant in Baltimore, Maryland, shares several recipes in his Vegetarian Journal article titled, “Cooking for a Crowd.” Enjoy Thai Squash Stew, Collard Greens in Orange Sauce, Warm Wheatberry Salad, Stuffed Sweat Potatoes, Coconut Curry Eggplant Stew, and Cranberry & Mango Sauce.

Read the entire article here: https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2019issue4/2019_issue4_cooking_crowd.php

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According to The Washington Post, some processing plants of pork producer JBS kills more than 1,000 pigs an hour.  For more information, see:
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Offer ends December 31, 2019!

Through December 31, 2019, you can give a gift membership to The Vegetarian Resource Group (includes a 1-year subscription to Vegetarian Journal) for $15 each. Offer is valid in the USA only!

This is a terrific way to share the vegan message, as well as support VRG outreach. Gift subscriptions can be done online by simply typing in your message and the name and address of each gift recipient in the comments field. Go to: www.vrg.org/donate 

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:

Gracias Madre

1617 Westcliff Dr., Newport Beach, CA 92660

Gracias Madre is a vegan Mexican restaurant and bar from the team behind Café Gratitude. Enjoy fresh and organic ingredients in dishes like enchiladas, tacos, and quesadillas. They feature an extensive beverage menu as well. Reservations are accepted. Outdoor seating is available.

Harmony Plant Fare

Findlay Market, 1801 Race St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

Harmony Plant Fare filled a spot in Findlay Market to provide the local community with a New York and New Jersey-inspired deli – that was also vegan! They make all of their vegan cheeses and meats themselves, and aim to mirror a traditional delicatessen. Some of their hot sandwich options include grilled cheese, turkey and Havarti, and gyro with muhammara. Additionally, they offer a variety of cold sandwiches and also sell orders of vegan “cheese” and “meat”!

Island Produce Café

797 Northlake Blvd., North Palm Beach, FL 33408

Island Produce Café gained the title of the only oil-free and vegan restaurant in Palm Beach County, Florida when it opened. This is part of the restaurant’s goal: to help chronic disease as part of the Whole Food Plant Based Food Expert club in Palm Beach County. Additionally, Island Produce Cafe offers dishes from a variety of cultures like Jamaican “Rasta Stew” and Italian pizza. If one wants to mix things up, Island Produce Cafe has seasonal options as well, like a variety of casseroles as part of their Thanksgiving Menu!

Nick’s on Mission

996 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94103

Nick’s on Mission is San Francisco’s first Vegan Filipino Restaurant. It offers customers the unique experience of Filipino turo turo style dining along with traditional Filipino dishes made from various plant-based foods. Their all-day breakfast menu offers Instagram-worthy finds like ube pancakes, and their lunch combos allow diners to taste many different options. Stop by and try their Thai “Beef” Basil and their special desserts that have even non-vegans leaving satisfied.

Rebel Cheese Deli & Wine

2200 Aldrich St., Ste. 120, Austin, TX 78723

Located in Mueller this delightful deli specializes in vegan meat and cheese boards, trimmed correctly! Do not stop there though – breakfast, lunch and dinner options include Flake & Bake (crispy hand-cut bacon, creamy cheddar, avocado, tomato, harmless egg, on local croissant), carrot lox bagel, oats, a quiche of the day, gourmet sandwiches, soups and salads.  Wine, beer and coffee are also available as these passionate owners are transforming Austin through their vegan cuisine!

Tanjariné Kitchen

New Orleans, LA (various locations)

This vegan food truck offers African inspired cuisine including The Mandela Burger, The Marley Jolly Rice, Veggies & Mushroom Stew, Vegan Jerky, Ali Steamed Beans Pudding & Sautéed Mixed Veggies, and more.

That’s Soul Vegan

Dayton Mall, 2700 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd., Dayton, OH 45459

Located in the food court of Dayton Mall, enjoy vegan soul food dishes such as mac n’ cheese, cauliflower wings, broccoli bites, asparagus fries, stuffed meatless meatloaf, and more.

The Yasai

4646 Convoy St. #101-A, San Diego, CA 92111

This vegan Japanese restaurant features housemade Tofu Chawanmushi, as well as dishes such as Japanese BBQ Corn on the Cob, Garlic Edamame, Seaweed Salad, Tempura Kabocha Roll, Curry Ramen, and more.