Photo: Rosemary Braised Seitan from L’Eau de Vie Organic Brasserie

L’Eau de Vie Organic Brasserie Thanksgiving Dinner
See: https://www.facebook.com/OrganicBrasserie
See menu here: https://organicbrasserie.files.wordpress.com/2018/11/thanksgiving-menu.pdf

Special Holiday Menu from Land of Kush!
With the Thanksgiving holiday quickly approaching, you have a lot of things on your plate! Let us take some things off! The cooking part, that is. Check the “Special Thanksgiving Holiday” and “Catering” sections of our menu. See: http://landofkush.com/menu/

We are accepting catering orders through Tuesday, 11/20. Orders can be picked up through Thanksgiving Eve, Wednesday, 11/21. Individual Thanksgiving meals will be available for sale on Wednesday, 11/21. Get double points on Wednesday, 11/21, if you dine with us. Use promo code 61994. Valid for only one transaction.

We are closed on Thursday, 11/22 and will reopen Friday, 11/23. Don’t wait! Reach out to us at [email protected] or call the store directly at 410-225-5874 (KUSH). Treat your loved ones and friends to a healthy meal. Gift certificates are available for purchase in any denomination.

If you’re looking for vegan Thanksgiving recipes from The Vegetarian Resource Group, see:
https://www.vrg.org/recipes/vegan_thanksgiving.php

Are you looking for gorgeous vegan Chanukah candles? If so, check out: https://www.naturalcandles.com/collections/judaica/products/chanukah?variant=14971142854

Through December 31, 2018, you can give a gift membership to The Vegetarian Resource Group (includes a 1-year subscription to Vegetarian Journal) for $15 each (40% discount). This offer is valid in the USA only!

This is a terrific way to share the vegan message year-round, as well as support VRG. Gift subscriptions can be done online by simply typing in your message and the address(s) of the gift recipient(s) in the comments field. Go to: https://www.givedirect.org/donate/?cid=1565

It is apple season and who can’t help but think of apple pie! We thought we’d look back on a Vegetarian Journal article written by Chef Nancy Berkoff called Easy as Apple Pie! Nancy discusses apple varieties, pie crusts, and more. Then she shares a number of vegan recipes including:

• Maple Apple Pie
• Apple Cream Pie
• Apple Pie, Hold the Sugar
• Pie-Eyed Apple Pie (Apple Pie with Whiskey)
• Ginger Snap Crust
• Fruit Pie Fillings
• Pie Shell
• Easy Blueberry Pie
• Delicious Cherry Pie

You can find the complete article here:
Easy as Applie Pie!

Subscribe to Vegetarian Journal by visiting:
https://www.vrg.org/member/2013sv.php

When: Sunday, November 18, 2018 at 5 PM – 7 PM

Where: North Baltimore Mennonite Church, 4615 Roland Ave, Baltimore, Maryland 21210

All are welcome! Come join the vegetarian community of Baltimore for a variety of delicious vegan dishes and good conversation. We hope to see you there!

Cost is $5 per adult (children can come for free) plus bring a vegan dish (free of meat, fish, poultry, dairy, eggs, honey, or any other animal products) that serves 4 people (per adult attendee). Also bring a list of the ingredients in your dish to place near your dish.

Finally, please donate a vegan canned food item at this event that will be distributed to those in need. Thanks!

Any questions, call The Vegetarian Resource Group at (410) 366-8343 Monday through Friday between 9am and 5pm. For details see:
https://www.facebook.com/events/430242214151336/

More and more mainstream companies are offering vegan options that are convenient. Minute Rice now offers single-serve portions of Organic Brown Rice, Organic White Rice, and Organic Red Quinoa and Brown Rice with Garlic. You can toss these in your lunch bag along with other items. Find these in your local supermarket.

For more information, see:
https://www.minuterice.com/en-us/products/categories/29/ReadytoServe.aspx

By Kalie Ganem, VRG Intern

Calling all vegans, vegetarians, gluten-frees, or anyone with allergies. Goucher College dining hall food will do its best to cater to your needs. With seven different stations, there is something for everyone, but the stations most suited for anyone with dietary restrictions are Oasis, Nosh, and Explore.

With some new kind of customizable bowl each week and occasional vegan options, you can get what you want from the Explore station without eating the same old thing all the time. For example, this week the station has Thai vegetable bowls with rice, a choice of chicken (not vegetarian) or mushrooms for vegetarians, and your choice of 5 vegetables including sweet potato, broccoli, peppers, bok choy, and squash. You might want to supplement this bowl and bowls like it with some of the hearty options from the salad bar or from home such as chickpeas or quinoa to get some sustenance in your meal. I enjoy this station because it has options for the general public, while also often accommodating vegan diets.

Oasis serves vegan and gluten free options, with something new and different every day. Their definition of vegan is “plant-based food, without containing any animal byproducts.” However, nothing was mentioned about the way it is cooked, or if separate equipment is used. Whether it’s their vegan/gluten free waffles for breakfast or their vegan jackfruit tacos for dinner, you will be satisfied at almost every meal. Some other vegan options include white bean hummus plate with vegetables, Thai rice bowls, lentil and fall salad, quinoa and kale soup, and roasted squash and mint salad tossed with pumpkin seeds. I greatly appreciate the variety and creativity of this station, as well as the accessibility to people with allergies and dietary restrictions. This station always has a very rich full flavor that leaves me satisfied after every meal. Look out and stay away from the occasional meat products however. These will not be labeled vegan.

Nosh occasionally has the same options as Oasis (but in a kosher version complete with paper plates), but other times switches it up. With a fruit salad every day, Nosh gives plenty of vegan food, including the occasional packaged vegan dessert such as whoopie pies. Some more dishes include vegan dirty rice bowls, chickpea cakes, falafel, and roasted vegetables.

Overall, I’m impressed with the accommodations for vegan diets on campus. I am able to get my full servings of fruits and vegetables each day. The vegan selection can be very hit or miss depending on the day, so I would recommend getting a fridge full of backup vegan goodies from the Fresh Market or Safeway right down the street. Compared to UCLA’s foods, the school I previously attended, there are definitely less vegan options at Goucher. But this may be because UCLA is catering to a much larger, more diverse population that includes more people with a variety of diets, therefore they have the freedom to experiment in order to meet the demand. But in general, I would say that Goucher is much more accommodating of the vegan diet than the average college dining hall. I would like to see more small schools following Goucher’s lead.

Here is information about some other schools: https://www.vrg.org/teen/#college

Photo from Lady Go-Go’s

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: VRG Online Veggie Restaurant Guide

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:

Arles and Boggs
100 Quinnipiac St.
Wallingford, CT 06494
They call themselves a mom and pop vegan eatery. Enjoy soup, salad, appetizers, various entrees such as a Middle Eastern Plate and Spanish Plate, as well as delicious vegan desserts.

Birch Bark Eatery’s
989 US-9
Queensbury, NY 12804
Birch Bark Eatery’s signature item is the Reuben, made with small-batch in-house seitan. Other items include fried pickles with ranch, tempura broccoli with garlic aioli, vegan crab cake with lemon balsamic aioli on a bed of greens, classic French onion soup, Philly Chzz Stayq, Cran-Faux-Turky, BBQ Jackfruit, and numerous other sandwiches, as well as a build-your-own burger option with three choices of patty including the Beyond Burger and Impossible Burger.

Crepe & Spoon
339 22nd Ave. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418
Located in North East Minneapolis, Crepe & Spoon provides sweet & savory crepes alongside hand crafted ice cream, with a focus on vegan high quality ingredients.

Double Zero
65 2nd Ave.
New York, NY 10003
Enjoy a wide variety of creative vegan pizzas including Farro-Fennel Sausage, Creamy Artichoke, White Pizza, and more. They also offer a variety of salads and side dishes, as well as desserts.

Lady Go-Go’s
Charlotte, NC
Lady Go-Go’s offers authentic Mexican street food with a vegan twist! With options ranging from tacos to menudo to quesadillas to nachos, they have everything you could want from taco truck and more, and reasonably priced. They’re on the move, so follow the Facebook page for their next location. www.facebook.com/Ladygogosclt

Papas Hot Potatoes
500 NW 65th St.
Seattle, WA 98117
After a vegan diet helped cure his autoimmune disease, Chef Chris Blanco opened this vegan potato restaurant to serve health to the community. Almost entirely free of oils and refined anything, this is an extremely healthy alternative to the classic baked potato. Trendy and whimsical atmosphere, child-friendly environment, unique dishes.

Root 66
Santa FE, NM
Enjoy a wide variety of vegan salads, sides, and sandwiches, as well as desserts. They also offer brunch options. The truck is parked behind the Santa Fe Brewing Co. Brakeroom, 510 Galisteo St., Santa Fe. (Parking and food truck are accessed from West Manhattan Avenue.)

Seed Café
3252-B West Lake St.
Minneapolis, MN 55416
Seed cafe is all about doing good for both you and the environment. They believe fueling you with plants will bring positivity to both your body and the earth. Delicious food, friendly service, excellent service, unique menu, and child friendly environment.

Senses Vegan Comfort Food
3375 Killam Ave.
Norfolk, VA 23508
Enjoy rotating items such as vegan crab cakes, mac and cheese, Philly cheesesteak, jackfruit barbecue, sweet potato pie, and more in a cozy environment.

Umami Gorilla
811 Scott St.
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705
Umami Gorilla serves vegan comfort food from all around the world. With a vegan twist on classic deli foods and baked goods, this food is good for your body, and for your soul. A great atmosphere and friendly service are a plus.

Vegan Commissary
1429 Wolf St.
Philadelphia, PA 19148
Enjoy a variety of vegan sandwiches including Chicken Cheesesteak and the Commissary Burger along with sides such as Fried Mac and Cheese Bites or a salad. End your meal with a vegan chocolate chip cookie or fudge frosted brownie! Friendly staff. Great atmosphere, all food prepared fresh and in house.

Veltree
7945 N. Tryon St., Unit 110
Charlotte, NC 28262
Enjoy vegan soul food dishes with a rotating menu including options such as mac and cheese, “chicken” and rice, “crab” cakes, veggie lasagna, and more.

By Kalie Ganem, VRG Intern

Looking for a unique and fun party snack? Tired of binging on nutrition less potato chips? Rhythm Superfoods’ Beet Chips will surely kick your craving. It’s a simple as dried beets alone or dried beets with a touch of salt, but these flavorful slices still pack a punch. Its sweet natural fruity flavor is paired well with the dry crunch. Just as addicting as potato chips, these beets won’t have you regret over eating, as they have the nutritional value of 4 grams of protein, 7 grams of fiber, and plenty of potassium per serving. A fun conversation piece for any party, these chips are like nothing you have ever tasted before. Don’t let the veggies scare you, they add a unique flavor to the classic potato chip. To purchase online or see where they are sold, see: http://rhythmsuperfoods.com/our-snacks/beet-chips/

Below is a list of some of the restaurants, caterers, and groups offering vegan meals/potlucks for Thanksgiving (both before and on that day) alphabetically by state. If you’re looking for some new recipes to prepare for Thanksgiving, visit:
http://www.vrg.org/recipes/vegan_thanksgiving.php

We wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving!

CALIFORNIA
-Native Foods, CA (various locations)
https://nativefoods.com/thanksgiving/

-Veggie Grill, CA (various locations)
https://www.veggiegrill.com/thanksgiving.html

-Sage Vegan Bistro, Echo Park, Los Angeles, and Pasadena, CA
https://www.sageveganbistro.com/holidaycatering

-Farm Sanctuary, Acton, CA
https://www.farmsanctuary.org/events/celebration-for-the-turkeys-acton/

-Café Gratitude, Los Angeles, CA
https://www.facebook.com/events/251174998819679/

-Rancho Park Vegan Potluck, Los Angeles, CA
https://www.facebook.com/events/179512299299965/?active_tab=discussion

-Raven’s Restaurant at The Standford Inn, Mendocino, CA
https://ravensrestaurant.com/ravens-thanksgiving-dinner-2018/

-San Francisco Veg Society, San Francisco, CA
http://www.sfvs.org/events/#

-The Gentle Barn, Santa Clarita, CA
https://www.gentlebarn.org/events/upcoming-events/a-gentle-thanksgiving-california-2018

-Compassionate Living and United Poultry Concern, Santa Rosa,CA
https://www.meetup.com/northbay-vegan/events/255279229/

-Bay Area Vegetarians, Vallejo, CA
http://www.bayareaveg.org/events.htm?EID=3176#3176

COLORADO
-Native Foods, CO (various locations)
https://nativefoods.com/thanksgiving/

-Vegan Society of Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO
https://www.meetup.com/CS-Vegan-Society/

DELAWARE
-VegRehoboth, Rehoboth Beach, DE
http://vegrehoboth.org/event-info/thanksliving-dinner-registration/

-First Unitarian Church of Wilmington, Wilmington, DE
https://firstuuwilm.org/2018/10/11/vegan-thanksgiving-dinner-friday-november-9th/

FLORIDA
-Skopelos at New World, Pensacola, FL
https://skopelosatnewworld.com/vegan-thanksgiving-wine-dinner/

-ThanksVegan, Florida Voices for Animals, Tampa, FL
https://www.floridavoicesforanimals.org/thanksvegan

GEORGIA
-Grey’s 2nd Annual Vegan Thanksgiving, Atlanta, GA
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/greys-2nd-annual-vegan-thanksgiving-tickets-51175025880

-Café Sunflower, Atlanta and Buckhead, GA
https://www.cafesunflower.com/thanksgiving/

HAWAII
-Vegetarian Society of Hawaii, Honolulu, HI
http://www.vsh.org/thanksgiving/

ILLINOIS
-Chicago Diner, Chicago, IL
http://www.veggiediner.com/

-Veggie Grill, CA (various locations)
https://www.veggiegrill.com/thanksgiving.html

MARYLAND
-The Vegetarian Resource Group Pre-Thanksgiving Potluck, Baltimore, MD
https://www.facebook.com/events/430242214151336/

-Earthsave Baltimore, Baltimore, MD
http://earthsavebaltimore.org/node/77

-Land of Kush, Baltimore, MD
https://www.facebook.com/pg/TheLandofKush/menu/

-One World Café, Baltimore, MD
https://www.facebook.com/One-World-Cafe-191474677552909/

-Pianta, Greenbelt, MD
https://www.facebook.com/events/352996131937126/

-Poplar Spring’s Thanksgiving with the Turkeys, Poolesville, MD
http://www.animalsanctuary.org/events/annual-events/

MASSACHUSETTS
-Maple Farm Sanctuary, Mendon, MA
https://maple-farm-sanctuary.networkforgood.com/events/9093-mfs-2018-thanksgiving-potluck-tour

-Boston Vegetarian Society (Buffet at Red Lentil), Watertown, MA
http://localendar.com/event?DAM=PublishedEvent&m=233199&event_id=519&calendar_id=233199&more_info=N&export_date=Nov%2020,%202018&category=3

MICHIGAN
-Northern Vegans, Negaunee, MI
https://www.facebook.com/events/488340285013939/

MISSOURI
-The Gentle Barn, Dittmer, MO
https://www.gentlebarn.org/events/upcoming-events/a-gentle-thanksgiving-missouri-2018

-Polymath Educational Café, Marshfield, MO
https://www.facebook.com/events/1150949788582047/?active_tab=about

NEW YORK
-Community Solidarity, Hempstead, NY
https://vegfund.org/event/vegan-thanksgiving-bonanza-worlds-largest-vegan-thanksgiving-event/

-Woodstock Farm Sanctuary, High Falls, NY
http://woodstocksanctuary.org/thanksliving-2018/

-Urban Vegan Kitchen, New York, NY
http://www.urbanvegankitchen.com/

-Asha Sanctuary, Newfane, NY
http://www.ashasanctuary.com/events.html

-Safe Haven Farm Sanctuary, Poughquag, NY
https://safehavenfarmsanctuary.org/tours-events/upcoming-events/

-Hudson Valley Vegans, Rhinebeck, NY
https://www.meetup.com/Hudson-Valley-Vegans/

-Farm Sanctuary, Watkins Glen, NY
https://www.farmsanctuary.org/events/celebration-for-the-turkeys-watkins-glen/

NORTH CAROLINA
-Triangle Vegetarian Society Thanksgiving Dinner in Durham, NC
https://www.trianglevegsociety.org/thanksgiving/index.php

OHIO
-Findlay Ktichen, Cincinnati, OH
https://www.facebook.com/events/263058104349456/

-Cleveland Vegan, Cleveland, OH
http://clevelandvegan.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Cleveland-Vegan-Thanksgiving-Menu-2018.pdf

-Pura Vida, Cleveland, OH
https://puravidabybrandt.com/2018/10/vegan-thanksgiving/

OREGON
-Veggie Grill, OR (various locations)
https://www.veggiegrill.com/thanksgiving.html

-NWVeg, Portland, OR
https://nwveg.org/compassionate-thanksgiving

PENNSYLVANIA
-Miss Rachel’s Pantry, Philadelphia, PA
http://www.missrachelspantry.com/

-Vegan Commissary, Philadelphia, PA
http://www.vegancommissary.com/thanksgiving/

-Eden Café, Scranton, PA
https://www.facebook.com/edenavegancafe

TENNESSEE
-The Gentle Barn, Knoxville, TN
https://www.gentlebarn.org/events/upcoming-events/a-gentle-thanksgiving-tennessee-2018

TEXAS
-Vegetarian Society of El Paso, TX
http://vsep.org/calendar-of-events/

-Vegan Society of Peace, Houston, TX
http://www.vegansocietyofpeace.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=2467

-The Green Vegetarian Cuisine, San Antonio, TX
https://eatatgreen.com/upcoming-event/vegan-thanksgiving-feast/

VIRGINIA
-GreenFare, Herndon, VA
https://www.facebook.com/events/485726311902622/

WASHINGTON
-Veggie Grill, WA (various locations)
https://www.veggiegrill.com/thanksgiving.html

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

WASHINGTON, DC
-DC Veg Society, Washington, DC
https://www.facebook.com/events/2162420680704001/

WISCONSIN
-Citizens United for Animals, Milwaukee, WI
http://cufa-usa.org/2018-thanksgiving-feast/