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Plant Based Food Tour in Pike Place Market
2025-03-06 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-03-07 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-03-08 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-03-09 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-03-10 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-03-11 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-03-12 14:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Pike Place Market, 1928 Pike Place, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Tickets for this Plant-Based Food Tour in Pike Place Market in Seattle
Ticket for 1 person – includes:

lunch: 12 plant-based tastings from a variety of Pike Place Market businesses (sweet and savory included)

Highlights
Sample over a dozen plant-based delights as you bite into this fresh market menu
Get an insider’s perspective on the who, what, when and how of Seattle’s historic farmer’s market
A perfect way to have a weekend lunch, no need to be a vegan or vegetarian to enjoy it
General Info
Date and time: various dates and times available
Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Location: Pike Place Market, Seattle
Age requirement: all ages are welcome
Accessibility: this experience is wheelchair and stroller accessible
For this event, all sales are final and tickets can’t be refunded, changed or modified. For more information, please refer to our T&Cs
Description
Come discover Pike Place Market in Seattle through this incredible 12-item tasting menu. Chow down on scrumptious plant-based delights that will immediately make you appreciate plant-based eating like never before! This special menu offer intends to dispel the notion that plant-based diets are boring and bland, so dig in as you get the special know-how to got to the market like an expert chef to hunt for the freshest local ingredients for your next meal. Get your tickets now for this Plant-Based Food Tour in Pike Place Market in Seattle!

Plant-Based Comfort Classics
2025-03-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-09 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-10 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-11 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Chef’s Place, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33314, United States
Transform plant-based ingredients into classic dishes with this vegan menu by Chef John.
In this hands-on cooking class, Chef John will teach you how to prepare a hearty plant-based meal while practicing a range of kitchen skills and techniques. Improve your knife work and proficiency with kitchen tools, including the air fryer and emulsion blender.
This vegan menu begins with fresh tempeh tuna salad with dill followed by a creamy broccoli soup with vegan cheddar and potatoes. For the main course, prepare a savory lentil loaf with mushroom sauce accompanied by roasted vegetables. Enjoy a warm berry crisp with cashew cream for dessert.
Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

SouthWest Vegan Food Tour in Las Vegas
2025-03-07 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-08 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-09 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-10 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-11 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-12 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 7960 S Rainbow Blvd, 7960 South Rainbow Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV, 89139, United States
On this Southwest Food Tour, you’ll sample delicious foods from around the world but in the convenience of the Southwest area.

Note: Begins at 12PM or 4PM depending on the day.

We’ll start at a cozy vegan Italian spot, and you’ll soon see why that is! We’ll have a seat, share some mouth watering food!

Then we’ll head over to a local Juice Bar and you’ll learn about the benefits of juicing and smoothies.

Lastly, we’ll end at a plant based Mexican eatery where the food is yummy and (almost) guilt free.

We’re going to focus our time at 3 major food spots in Southwest Las Vegas. You’ll sample everything from comfort food to upscale menu items! All the dishes and foods will be plant based and vary from indulgent to healthy on this unique tasting journey.

You’ll walk no more than a half of mile in 2.5 hours because FREE transportation will be provided (for 2-4 people) in between restaurants, and parked nearby.

Plant-Based Garden Feast
2025-03-07 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-03-08 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | NV
Celebrate the healthy goodness of plant-centered cuisine with this from-scratch four-course meal.
In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Laura, you’ll use high-quality ingredients as you learn how to craft a handful of plant-based recipes that are just as delectable as they are healthy.
Begin with a spicy carrot hummus infused with chipotle peppers and tahini and served with artisan crackers, and a fresh arugula salad featuring pears and toasted walnuts. For the main course, you’ll prepare herb-packed chimichurri cauliflower steak served with roasted tomatoes and quinoa. And because dessert can also be healthy, you’ll whip up a silken chocolate mousse.
Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

Veg*n Dinner @ The VEGOIST - No5 #LongIslandCity #Queens
The VEGOIST @ No5, 35-43 37th St, Queens, NY, 11101, United States
***It is perfectly all right to arrive at 7:30pm or 8:00pm, though arriving at 6:30 or 7:00 is ideal. The group will be hanging out until 9:00pm at the venue.***
Join us as we’ll be visiting No5NYC, a bar/restaurant located in Long Island City (Queens), NYC. We have hosted Meetup events at this venue in the past, and we are excited to host again this year. With their newly expanded indoor space, and wonderful vegan options, dining here during this Winter-Spring season makes perfect sense.
For more info :
**Website** – [https://www.no5nyc.com/](https://www.no5nyc.com/)
or Follow them on Instagram **@the_vegoist**
Come join us at The Vegoist- No5NYC for an evening of delicious veg*n cuisine! Please note that they do have a Vegan Menu.
I want to share some recent **Google reviews – Rating 4.4/5**
Romy Wei – “Best vegan food in the nyc area! We shared a few things and they were all amazing, every detail was great. The chocolate cake was divine. The atmosphere is also really cool, it’s giving an urban jungle, funky-disco vibe. The waiter was also really nice and the food only took a few minutes. 10/10 would recommend!”
Chastity V – “This is my and my daughter’s favorite restaurant. It’s a nice vibe and a chill atmosphere. They have board games you can play with. Anytime we came here to eat Andrea has been our server and she’s so nice and sweet and has a beautiful energy. The food is delicious, they have vegan and non-vegan options. This time we had chips and Guacamole, chicken less taco, vegan cheese Quesadilla and a beyond burger with fries. My favorite dessert is the vegan carrot cake.”
Join us from 6:30pm-9:00pm
**No5 NYC**
**35-43 37th St, Long Island City, NY**
With all the wonderful vegetarians and vegans who attend each of our events, people enjoy the fact they can mingle (speak with lots of different people), and they love the beautiful venues that we go to. Join us for a stellar evening of lively conversation and lovely surroundings with fellow vegetarians and vegans.
For our new members: this is an incredibly friendly and welcoming group. We’ll be hanging out outdoors by the patio area, and you can get to know all our wonderful members.
Dress comfortably! No5NYC will be the perfect location for us to chill and enjoy the Winter-spring evening.
**TRAIN DIRECTIONS:** Take the N, W train to 36th Ave Subway Station, just 0.3 mile/ 7 min walk to No 5 NYC, or take the R, M train to 36 Street Subway Station, just 0.3 mile/ 8 min walk to the venue.
Join us for a fun and relaxed festive evening socializing with fellow vegetarians and vegans.
We would love to have you join us – Mark the day!
Karthik :))
***It is perfectly all right to arrive at 7:30pm or 8:00pm, though arriving at 6:30 or 7:00 is ideal. The group will be hanging out until 9:00pm at the venue.***
Image Courtesy – https://www.happycow.net/reviews/the-vegoist-at-no5-astoria-103886

VSDC Breakfast & Hike: Great Sage / Middle Patuxent Trails, Moderate 4.9 Mi
Great Sage, 5809 Clarksville Square Dr, Clarksville, MD, 21029, United States
Please join us for a delicious breakfast at Great Sage followed by a 2 hour moderately difficult hike in the Middle Patuxent Environmental Area. We’ll follow the 4.9 mile Wildlife Loop and South Wind Trail Loop trails, enjoying beautiful scenery and some wildlife sightings, if we’re lucky.
This hike is rated as moderate based on natural terrain and gently rolling hills (no more than 400 ft of elevation gain). We’ll be sharing the trail with other hikers, runners and bicyclists and ask that folks walk two abreast, allowing others to pass so that we can “share the road”.
Trail Map: https://www.howardcountymd.gov/sites/default/files/2021-03/Middle%20Patuxent%20Environmental%20Area%20Map.pdf
We’ll meet at 9 am at **[Great Sage](https://greatsage.com/)**, 5809 Clarksville Square Dr, Clarksville, MD 21029, (443) 535-9400. If you want to join us for just the hike, we will be starting out at approximately 11 am from **[the parking lot off Trotter Road](https://maps.app.goo.gl/zB3tx8WjAWEBPgBv5)**. Carpooling is a great way to meet people and help the environment!
Dogs are welcome at the Middle Patuxent Environmental area. Please keep your dog leashed at all times.
Bathroom Facilities/Water: Restroom facilities are available at the Trotter Road entrance to the trails. Please carry plenty of water!
Weather: Be prepared! We will hike rain or shine, but if conditions pose a danger, we’ll cancel the hike and post a notice in the “comments” section. We suggest that hikers wear comfortable footwear and suitable clothing made from quick-dry, synthetic fabrics, as cotton can lead to uncomfortable blisters and life-threatening hypothermia in case of inclement weather.
*Please read The 10 Essentials of Hiking: https://americanhiking.org/resources/10essentials/ *
Pets: When hikes are organized in dog-friendly areas, hikers are invited to bring their pet(s). However, dogs are the sole responsibility of the owner(s) who brought them; should be up-to-date on their vaccinations & in possession of the relevant tags; and should be under the control of their owner(s) at all times. Dogs that demonstrate consistently aggressive or otherwise out-of-control behavior will be banned from future hikes. Owners should come prepared to dispose of their dogs’ waste in appropriate receptacles.
Alcohol/Smoking/Intoxicants: Use of intoxicants such as alcohol, cigarettes and/or illegal substances is banned during the hikes.
***
**Update Your RSVP**
Out of respect for others interested in attending this limited-space event, please update your RSVP promptly as your schedule changes.
**VSDC: More Than A Meetup**
We are so glad to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we enjoy seeing you at our events. Did you know that VSDC is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits?
With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle.
The membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! Become a member of VSDC.
**Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct**
When you sign up to join, you automatically acknowledge VSDC’s [Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies – VSDC – Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/)
**VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**

Vegan Adventure in the East Village
2025-03-08 14:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Gandhi Garden, Union Square W, New York, NY, 10003, United States
Discover the delicious vegan options the East Village and Lower East Side have to offer.
$ 125 PER PERSON
All-inclusive: 6 food stops and taxes.
This vegan food tour meets in Gandhi Garden in Union Square, and then you’ll set off on a vegan foodie adventure led by an experienced local guide. On this two-mile walking food tour, you’ll stop at a least five different spots to try unique and delicious vegan fare.
Some of the local culinary favorites you’ll enjoy include vegan Chinese food, artisanal vegan cheese, vegan soft serve and more. As you wander through quaint East Village and the Lower East Side, your guide will also share interesting tidbits about the history and culture of the neighborhood.

VSDC Movie Watch Party, Discussion, and Vegan Food
Fairfax, Fairfax, VA, United States
Join the [Veg Society of DC (VSDC)](vsdc.org) for the animal rights/vegan-themed Movie Watch Party on Saturday, March 8, in Fairfax VA. Socializing beforehand and discussion about the movie afterwards is planned.
This month’s movie is [Humans and Other Animals](https://www.humansandotheranimalsmovie.com/), produced and directed by Mark Devries, a 2024 “documentary film that takes viewers on an epic journey, from witnessing firsthand how animals think, use language, and feel love… to dangerous investigations of powerful industries, using custom-built equipment and never-before-attempted tactics… to a profound philosophical idea that may forever change how we view other animals—and ourselves.” The movie is 1 hour and 24 minutes.
The VSDC member hosts’ home in Fairfax has a small home theater that can accommodate around 20 people. This regular event is a fun way to learn, discuss, and meet vegans and vegan-curious people (Thanks to Mindy Kursban and David Kwiatkowski for hosting!).
FEE: The $10 fee will cover the hosts’ expenses for the event, including food, beverages, and other associated costs. If there are any proceeds beyond these costs, which we don’t expect, they will go towards VSDC’s work to fulfill its mission. In order to ensure the success of the evening and limit late cancellations, the fee is refundable until 5 days before the event.
FOOD: Pizza, salad, fruit, and dessert. Everyone is also welcome to bring vegan food or beverages to share.
WHO: All VSDC and Meetup members are invited. Bringing a non-vegan friend is encouraged.
WHEN: Saturday, March 8 starting at 6:30 pm. We will begin watching the film around 7.
WHERE: The home is in Fairfax VA 22033, near Inova Fair Oaks Hospital. It is 8 miles from the closest metro at either Vienna or Reston (Uber or Lyft would be necessary). **For safety and security reasons, the exact location will be emailed privately via Meetup about 2 days in advance to those who have rsvp’d Yes.** Please make sure your email is current in Meetup, your Meetup settings allow organizer messages, and check your spam if you don’t receive the message.
**CONTACT THE HOST:** If you need to contact the organizer, Mindy’s phone is 301-520-1723.
PARKING: There is plenty of free parking within a 3-minute walk of the home.
*You must register via this page to attend the event.* A Pay Pal account is required to pay the $10. Because there is a cost for the event, Meetup doesn’t have a waitlist for the movie. If it is full and you are interested in attending, please contact the host.
**VSDC: More Than A Meetup**
We are so glad to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we enjoy seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](https://vsdc.org/) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits?
With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle.
The membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! [Become a member of VSDC](https://vsdc.org/membership/).
**Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct**
When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC’s Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies – VSDC – Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/).
**VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**

Vegan Sunday Brunch
2025-03-09 12:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | The Lair 420 Social Club, 323 N 52ND ST, Philadelphia, PA, 19139, United States
Every Sunday
Noon to 3 pm
Vegan Sunday Brunch
The Lair (420 Safe Place)
Sunday Funday (games, movies, & brunch)

Launch of the VSDC Animal Rights Discussion and Education Group
Cleveland Park Library, 3310 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20008, United States
***Update 3/4/25: The new location for this event is the Cleveland Park Library, 3310 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008.***
Please join us as the [Veg Society of DC](vsdc.org) launches the Animal Rights Discussion and Education Group.
If you’ve been looking for a way to educate yourself on animal rights and issues affecting animals in our world today with the support of a like-minded community, then this group is for you. The VSDC Animal Rights Discussion and Education Group will discuss thoughts, questions, concerns, and news related to animal rights. It seeks to provide a safe space for discussions around issues affecting captive animals, farmed animals, animals used in research, wild animals, companion animals, and more.
All are welcome, from those well-versed in animal rights philosophy and issues to those who are just starting off on their journey and are curious to learn more. Please come with an open mind, an open heart, and a willingness to engage with diverse opinions with curiosity and respect.
The plan is for the group to meet every other month. The topic of each meeting and any accompanying materials will be planned in advance and posted in event announcements via this VSDC meetup group. Participants are encouraged to offer topic ideas and materials for discussion at subsequent meetings.
**Date / Time:** Sunday, March 9, from 2 to 3:30 pm.
*Note: Daylight Savings Time starts March 9th so plan accordingly.*
**Location:** Cleveland Park Library (2nd floor conference room)
3310 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
****NOTE: no food is allowed in the conference room; only covered beverages (non-alcoholic) are allowed. You must be very careful to leave the space in clean condition.****
**Metro:** The library is only 1 to 2 blocks from the Cleveland Park Metro Station on the Red line.
**Parking:** There is street parking which is usually free on Sundays. Please read and follow all parking signs.
*VSDC thanks **Anjali Baliga for leading this initiative.** Email ‘ARdiscuss@vsdc.org’ for further information.*
**VSDC: More Than A Meetup**
We are so glad to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we enjoy seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](vsdc.org) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits?
With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle.
The VSDC membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! [Become a member of VSDC](https://vsdc.org/membership/).
**Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct**
When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC’s Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies – VSDC – Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/).
**VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**

VSDC Restaurant Visit: Sunflower Restaurant, Vienna, VA
2531 Chain Bridge Rd, 2531 Chain Bridge Rd, Vienna, VA, 22181, United States
Join us for an all plant-based meal at the always popular Sunflower Vegetarian Restaurant in Vienna, VA. We’ve made a reservation for 20 attendees, so don’t delay in RSVPing as this will fill up. You can preview Sunflower’s menu [here. ](https://www.crystalsunflower.com/menu)
Parking is available in the restaurant’s lot and the Vienna Metro station is 1.6 miles away. Rides may be available from attendees with cars so please communicate needs/availability in the comments below.
Please note that there is no outdoor dining at this venue and that this is an indoor event.
**Update Your RSVP**
Out of respect for others interested in attending this limited-space event, please update your RSVP promptly as your schedule changes.
**VSDC: More Than A Meetup**
We are so glad to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we enjoy seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](https://vsdc.org/) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits?
With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle.
The membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! [Become a member of VSDC](https://vsdc.org/membership/).
**Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct**
When you sign up to join, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC’s Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies – VSDC – Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/)
**VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**

Central Park Vegan Night Market
2025-03-11 16:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Wollman Rink Central Park, E 63rd Street & Sixth Avenue, New York, NY, 10065, United States
Discover delicious food and drink options from local artisans, sample new vegan products, and connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for sustainability and ethical living. Central Park Vegan Night Market is for both seasoned vegans and those just curious about the lifestyle.

Caravan of Dreams - Organic Vegan in East Village
Caravan Of Dreams, 405 E 6th St, New York, NY, 10009, United States
**Come any time between 6:30pm and 9:00pm, stay as long as you want, or leave when you need to. (Arriving at 7:30pm or 8:00pm is perfectly fine, though arriving at 6:30pm or 7:00pm is ideal.)**
Join us at the the **Caravan of Dream**, a mainstay in East Village. “With an extensive menu of all organic, all vegan, kosher verified food options, this Bohemian restaurant is the place to be for healthy, wholesome vegan fayre,” per **VegOut**.
**Time Out** says: “Vegetarians, vegans and raw-foodists, unite! This longtime East Village hangout is all about organic ingredients, meat-free dishes and ‘live foods’ made from uncooked fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. Naturally, there are loads of salads, tonics, and macrobiotically balanced quinoa-and-seaweed combos.”
**Vegan Food & Living**: “With an extensive menu of all organic, all vegan, kosher verified food options, this Bohemian restaurant is the place to be for healthy, wholesome vegan fayre….”
**LazyGirlVegan** says: “The name of this vegan restaurant is perfect for the setting; [Caravan of Dreams](http://caravanofdreams.net/) does feel a bit dream-like, as if you’re escaping into a caravan when you first open the door. It has an oasis feel for sure, making it one of my favorite spots for unwinding after a hard week. They also offer live music, raw entrees, and yummy drinks. ”
**For those of you who have never attended one of our Meetup events:** this is an incredibly friendly & welcoming group. It will be easy to find our group: we are taking over the majority of the restaurant. Also, everyone pays for their own meal. Easy!
**Where to Meet**: Look for us inside or ask the staff if needed.
**Train Directions**: The closest trains are the (F) to 2 Av, (4) (6) to Astor Pl, (N) (Q) (R) (W) to8 St, (L) to 1 Av, and (B) (D) (M) to Broadway-Lafayette St. Please note any MTA reroutes on the day of event.
**Come any time between 6:30pm and 9:00pm, stay as long as you want, or leave when you need to. (Arriving at 7:30pm or 8:00pm is perfectly fine, though arriving at 6:30pm or 7:00pm is ideal.)**
Eddie
