Each issue of Vegan Journal includes the column Notes from the Coordinators. In the latest issue we discuss what it takes to acknowledge all the high school students that apply to VRG’s annual scholarship contest. We also share some of the student’s comments on this scholarship opportunity.

See: https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2023issue2/2023_issue2_note_coordinators.php

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Photo from Total Vegan Indian Restaurant

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:

Full Taste Vegan, 5255 Peachtree Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30341

Comprehensive menu including Daily Specials such as Creole Not Shrimp Po Boy and Not Crab Cake Sandwich, as well as Truffle Burger. Also sells assortment of “cheeses” by the pound. Does group reservations and private parties.

Hindusthali, 1574 Bayview Ave., Toronto, ON, Canada M4G 3B7

Vegan Indian restaurant providing thalis (full platters with various dishes comprising a meal) and al la carte items, plus cold beverages. Example of “Thali A” platter includes salad, daal (lentil curry), 3 choices of any curry, basmati rice, naan bread or roti (whole wheat flour), papadum (Indian crispy cracker or flatbread).

Journey Café, 75-5729 Ali’i Dr, C-106 Kailua Kona, HI 96740

Located in Kona Marketplace, a sample dinner is:  Baked Lava Pasta (marinara, spicy jackfruit, macadamia nut-based béchamel, mozzarella, chickpea-hempseed parmesan, and roasted kale; includes choice of soup or hummus and homemade focaccia bread.

MAZU, 229 Xenia Ave., Yellow Springs, OH, 45387

Inspired by Taiwanese, Israeli, and Indian cuisines, the space also promotes “art, collaboration, and community.” Counter service with plenty of seating options.  Wheelchair accessible and child friendly.  Fully vegan with several gluten-free options. Sample meal: Dandan Noodles (sesame sauce on noodles with shitake mushrooms, shredded cabbage, and pickled mustard greens); and Zucchini Kofta with Tamarind Rice (zucchini-potato pancakes in a tomato coconut cream sauce served over tamarind rice).

Planta Queen, 413 N. Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654

Enjoy sushi, dumplings, wok and noodles, and chilled and raw, small plates. Sample items: Queen Caesar (green papaya, kale, mushroom bacon, almond parmesan, yuba crisp); Chili Peanut Noodles (hearts of palm, jackfruit, bok choy, sesame, doubanjiang sauce, cilantro); and Avocado Lime Tartare (beetroot tuna, pine nuts, capers, citrus soy, sesame, cilantro, taro chips).

Plantasia Eatery, 126 W. Cottage Ave., Flagstaff, AZ 86001

With its plant-inspired interior complete with a carpet of artificial grass and lush greenery adorning the walls, as well as an eclectic rotating menu, Plantasia Eatery’s dining experience is as fun as its name implies. Some of the dishes you can look forward to catching on the menu include the V. Chorizo Tostadas with seasoned black beans, cashew cheese, house salsa, harissa-pickled red onion, radish, and onion, or the Bahn Mi made using marinated fried tofu. Plantasia Eatery definitely doesn’t skimp on dessert, with offerings such as their chocolate cake, a carrot cake with maple cream cheese, and a tiramisu cake. If you find yourself anywhere near Flagstaff “south of the tracks,” make sure to check out this vegan gem!

Total Vegan Indian Restaurant, 9563 S. University Blvd. A, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126

Many “Specialties” such as Nariyel Kofta (gluten free and made with mixed vegetable croquettes in an aromatic cashew nuts and coconut sauce) and Khatta Bhindi (gluten and nut free and made with chopped okra sautéed with bell peppers, onions, and mango powder). Has loyalty program for frequent customers.

We review vegan books that we especially like in every issue of Vegan Journal. In the latest issue Nadely Requena, a VRG intern, reviews The Korean Vegan Cookbook. There are 80 recipes in this book including side dishes, noodle dishes, desserts, and much more. Korean cuisine tends to be heavily meat-based, but Joanne Lee Molinaro shows readers that there are many vegan Korean dishes that you can enjoy.

Read our complete review of this book here: https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2023issue2/2023_issue2_book_reviews.php

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Photo from Besina Providence, RI

The next time you’re in Providence, Rhode Island, you might want to enjoy dinner at one of these vegan restaurants:

Beatnic 223 Thayer St., Providence, RI 02906

Vegan. Beatnic serves up wide variety of vegan dishes including Daily Pancake, Mom’s Cinnamon Roll, Quinoa Hash Browns, Spicy Thai Salad, Quinoa Taco Salad, Whiskey Barbecue Burger, The Guac Burger, Air Baked French Fries, Mac n’ Cheese, Avocado Pesto Pasta, cold-pressed juices, and a variety of baked goods.

Besina 334 S. Water St., Providence, RI 02903

Vegan. Totally vegan and palm-oil free, this restaurant serves unique meals and drinks inspired by Latin-American cuisine. With a view of the Providence river and skyline, Besina also has a bar serving up a large selection of tequila, wine, and unique cocktails. Try one of the many sharing plates, taco options, or delicious desserts. They also serve brunch on weekends, offering classic items like Bloody Mary cocktails and Huevos Rancheros.

Double Zero Plant City Food Hall, 334 S. Water St., Providence, RI 02903

Vegan/pizzeria. Enjoy a wide variety of ceative 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. Located on the 2nd floor of the Food Hall.

Make Out Plant City, 344 S. Water St., Providence, RI 02903

Vegan. Located in Plant City, Make Out offers oatmeal, yogurt, and acai bowls with toppings for breakfast. For lunch try one of their bowls based on either brown rice, garden herbed farro, lettuce green mix, or soy ginger quinoa then add toppings and a sauce. Their all-day menu features a wide variety of sandwiches including a breakfast wrap, as well as smoothies.

New Burger Plant City, 334 S. Water St., 1st Fl., Providence, RI 02903

Vegan. New Burger has the perfect comfort food. Their food is elevated by the addition of truffle and guacamole to their burgers, and superfoods to their shakes. Combine the truffle wild mushroom burger, p.c. fries, and a vanilla hemp shake to make the ideal meal. This establishment is located in the Plant City food hall along with other vegan restaurants.

PiANTA 408 Atwells Ave., Providence, RI 02909

Vegan/Mediterranean. Chef and founder Michelle Politano combined her passion for her family’s Italian roots and cuisine with her desire to offer healthier yet still-tasty food regardless of one’s dietary preferences and PiANTA (which means “plant” in Italian) was born. The vegan menu offers a wide range of Italian and American-inspired comfort foods, with soy-free, nut-free, and gluten-free options. Satisfy the craving for hearty Italian fare with the Italian “chicken” cutlet sandwich or the Penne Alla Vodka pasta, or else try to choose from among the 4 grilled cheese variations—made with coconut-based rather than nut cheeses. Make sure to leave room for one of the decadent desserts, such as the chocolate cake with whipped peanut butter frosting.

Veggie Fun 123 Dorrance St., Providence, RI 02903

Vegan/Asian Fusion. Veggie Fun serves an all-vegan menu of Asian delights. Try dishes like Orange Veggie Beef, Sweet Citrus Soy Chicken, Malaysian Curry Stew, or Tofu Teriyaki Sizzling Platter. Don’t miss their weekday lunch specials!

Traveling somewhere else in the USA or Canada? Be sure to visit VRG’s online guide to veggie restaurants: https://www.vrg.org/restaurant/index.php

A reader asked “Does being vegan affect my risk of getting Covid-19 or severe Covid-19? Reed Mangels, PhD, RD answers this question in her Nutrition Hotline column in the latest issue of Vegan Journal. See: https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2023issue2/2023_issue2_nutrition_hotline.php

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BBQ Tofu Cobb Salad

On a warm day you can create a delicious salad for supper! In an issue of Vegan Journal, Amber Murtoff serves up a wide variety of hearty salads. Enjoy preparing Grilled Peach Salad with Corn Fritters, BBQ Tofu Cobb Salad, Bacun-Kale-Tomato Pasta Salad, Zucchini Salad with Walnut Pesto, Warm Farro Salad with Fig Vinaigrette, and Cauliflower Rice Tabbouleh with Carrot Falafel.

See: https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2022issue3/2022_issue3_salad_for_supper.php

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Each issue of Vegan Journal we review products that we feel our readers would like. In the latest issue, we take a look at 3-in-1 make-up from LaJeanell. It is available in five shades and is designed to serve as blush, eyeshadow, and lipstick. It’s great for travel.

Read our complete review of this product here: https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2023issue2/2023_issue2_veggie_bits.php

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Garden View Estate Bed & Breakfast Kettle Falls WA

Maybe it’s time to take a trip!

• 3 Place des Arbes (B&B in Felletin, France)
• Acadia’s Oceanside Meadows Inn (Downeast Maine, US)
• Andean Spirit Lodge – Limatambo (vegetarian guesthouse with vegan options; Cusco, Peru)
• Appalachian Trail Adventures(Killington, VT, US)
• Black Sheep Inn (vegan Inn in Hammondsport, NY, US)
• Brookton Hollow Farm Bed & Breakfast (near Ithaca, NY, US)
• Carmel Valley Lodge (Carmel Valley, CA, US)
• Deer Run on the Atlantic (vegan B&B in Big Pine Key, FL, US)
• Farm Sanctuary Cottages (vegan and part of Farm Sanctuary in Watkins Glen, NY, US)
• Finca de Vida (vegetarian health lodge & healing center with vegan options in Costa Rica)
• Ginger Cat Bed & Breakfast (vegan B&B in Rock Stream, NY, US)
• Harvest Moon Bed & Breakfast (vegetarian B&B with vegan options in Rutland, VT, US)
• Haskell’s House (vegetarian guest house with vegan options in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, US)
• Haus Sonnenstein Bed & Breakfast (vegetarian B&B with vegan options in Germany)
• The Homestead at Catskill Animal Sanctuary (vegan guest house in Saugerties, NY, US)
• Kingston House Bed & Breakfast (B&B with vegan options in Bermuda)
• La Garnasette (vegetarian guest house with vegan options in Rosieres, France)
• La Maison Du Vert (vegan guest house in Paye D’Auge, France)
• Le Cheval Blanc(vegan B&B in St Antonin-Noble-Val, France)
• Omassim Guesthouse (vegetarian guest house with vegan options in Ericeira, Portugal)
• Park Lane Guest House(vegetarian guest house with vegan options in Austin, TX, US)
• Red Robin Song Guest House (vegan guest house in Lebanon, NY)
• Sewall House Yoga Retreat (vegetarian with vegan options in Island Falls, ME, US)
• Speedwell Forge B&B (B&B with vegan options in Lititz, PA, US)
• The Stanford Inn by the Sea (vegan hotel resort in Mendocino, CA, US)
• Sugar Ridge Retreat Centre (vegetarian center with vegan options in Ontario, Canada)
• Sundogs Bed and Breakfast (vegan B&B in Shepherdstown, WV, US)
• Tenuta Savorgnano Organic Vegetarian B&B (vegetarian B&B with vegan options in Tuscany, Italy)
• Topia Inn(Inn with vegan options in Adams, MA, US)
• The White Pig Bed & Breakfast at Briarcreek Farm (vegan B&B at pig sanctuary in Schuyler, VA, US

Blackberry Pancakes photo by Rissa Miller

Have you ever wondered which foods can be foraged and what to do with them? In the latest issue of Vegan Journal, “Wildman” Steve Brill offers the following recipes:

Blackberry Pancakes

Pasta with Cattails

Watercress Bisque

You’re Not the Only Oyster Stew in the Sea

Dandelion Colombo

See: https://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2023issue2/2023_issue2_foraged_foods.php

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By Reed Mangels, PhD, RD

Airport websites are making it easier to find vegan food when traveling. Here are a few examples.

Charlotte Douglas International Airport allows you to easily filter restaurants using the keyword “vegan.”

Chicago Midway International Airport provides a list of dining establishments and shops that have vegan/vegetarian/gluten-free options. In some listings, vegan items are identified. As the document says, “guests should inform our associates of any special dietary needs when ordering and they will assist with needed substitutions if possible.”

Chicago O’Hare International Airport has a drop-down menu that allows you to select restaurants with vegetarian/vegan options. You will need to check individual restaurants for the availability of vegan dishes.

Denver International Airport provides a drop-down menu of food selections that includes vegetarian (not specifically vegan) items. Links take you to individual menus, many of which do not identify vegan items.

John F. Kennedy International Airport (New York) allows a search for “vegan” under their dining listing.

Miami International Airport allows you to select places that have vegetarian/vegan options. You will need to check individual restaurants for the availability of vegan items.

Portland International Airport (Oregon) offers a drop-down menu which allows you to select restaurants that have vegan options.

Reagan National Airport (Washington, DC) allows you to easily filter restaurants using the keyword “vegan.”

San Jose Mineta International Airport (California) – Type “vegan” in the box Search Restaurants and you’ll get a listing of restaurants with vegan options.

Washington Dulles International Airport has a “vegan” search term which allows you to identify restaurants that have vegan dishes.

This is not an inclusive listing, nor can we guarantee that establishments listed have vegan food. It is impossible to be 100% sure about a statement, info can change, people have 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.

To read more about vegan travel see:

Vegan Journal’s Guide to Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants in the U.S. and Canada

Vacation Resources