tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-78309233601051033492024-03-14T03:07:45.025-05:00Dallas VeganJameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.comBlogger174125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-80634058797023741042011-06-10T23:26:00.001-05:002011-06-10T23:26:40.686-05:00Avocado, Strawberry, and Grape Tomato Salad (Gluten-free, Soy-free)<p>Now that Summer is here, you can enjoy this refreshing salad using local organic summer produce brought to you by <a href="http://theblissfulchef.com/" target="_blank">The Blissful Chef</a>. Berries, peppers, and tomatoes are available now at the Dallas Farmer's Market! </p> <p> <br />Makes 2 to 4 servings<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-655snSqMcqU/TfLufa6GHgI/AAAAAAAAC-Q/0VjLDpPQq_4/s1600-h/26446_396572217787_253050212787_4893216_6065638_n%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; margin: 10px 0px 10px 10px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="26446_396572217787_253050212787_4893216_6065638_n" border="0" alt="26446_396572217787_253050212787_4893216_6065638_n" align="right" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-6LCl9vBStQc/TfLufy6JyHI/AAAAAAAAC-U/kbdRyVO1kp4/26446_396572217787_253050212787_4893216_6065638_n_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="164" /></a> </p> <h4>Ingredients</h4> <p>1 avocado, cubed <br />1 small carrot, thin matchsticks <br />7 grape tomatoes, halved <br />4 strawberries, greens removed, cut in thick slices <br />1/2 cup yellow pepper, thinly sliced <br />6 butter lettuce leaves, washed and torn <br />Pinch pepper and sea salt <br />Balsamic vinaigrette (store-bought or made from scratch)</p> <h4>Preparation</h4> <p>Toss salad ingredients together in a medium bowl with the amount of vinaigrette you prefer. Serve immediately.</p> <p> </p> <p>This recipe comes from <i><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Blissful-Bites-Vegan-Nourish-Planet/dp/1935618512" target="_blank">Blissful Bites: Vegan Meals That Nourish Mind, Body, and Planet</a></i> by <a href="http://theblissfulchef.com/" target="_blank">The Blissful Chef</a>. It's now available for pre-order on <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1935618512?ie=UTF8&tag=eatyouveg-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=1789&creativeASIN=1935618512">Amazon</a>. The Blissful Chef teaches healthy cooking classes every Wednesday and Sunday. See her <a href="http://theblissfulchef.com/services/cooking-classes/cooking-class-schedule/">website</a> for more details. Present your Forks Over Knives movie stub for $10 off any class!</p> Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-5179201107220098942011-04-13T19:24:00.001-05:002011-04-13T19:25:13.305-05:00We've Moved!You will now be redirected to our bigger and better site at http://DallasVegan.com!Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-77625674462766725552010-11-08T23:52:00.001-06:002010-11-08T23:52:48.154-06:00Dallas Vegan Thanksgiving Holiday Guide<p>If it wasn’t obvious with the cooler weather, the time change bringing an early loss of daylight should make it quite apparent that fall is fading fast and winter is right around the corner. If it’s still not obvious, perhaps a quick trip to most retail stores who are busy erecting their holiday displays (already looking forward to December) will remind you that Thanksgiving is quickly approaching. Either way, it’s time to start getting your head-right-with-Tofurky. Here’s a quick holiday guide for ways to get your Thanksgiving fix on November 25th without the fuss – happy dining!</p> <p><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: 0px" title="veggie_turkey" border="0" alt="veggie_turkey" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TNjhqshSUkI/AAAAAAAAC14/IAiyfcQ1InQ/veggie_turkey11.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="164" /></p> <h6>image courtesy <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/juniorvelo/" target="_blank">Velo Steve</a></h6> <h2> </h2> <h2>Holiday Meals To-Go</h2> <p>Vegans get three great options for meals this Thanksgiving;</p> <h3> </h3> <h3><a href="http://www.spiraldiner.com/" target="_blank">Spiral Diner</a> (Dallas & Fort Worth)<a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TNjhrNNclRI/AAAAAAAAC18/CR7MeUzHuVg/s1600-h/spiral4.jpg"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; margin: 10px 0px 0px 15px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="spiral" border="0" alt="spiral" align="right" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TNjhrFnFEEI/AAAAAAAAC2A/MbDh3TG4wV0/spiral_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="120" height="154" /></a></h3> <p>Spiral’s closed for Thanksgiving, but that’s no reason to miss out on their home-style vegan goodness for the holiday. They’re cookin’ up  Tofurkys, Celebration Roasts, and all the fixins & desserts to order and enjoy at home.</p> <p>Said fixins include (but are not limited to)</p> <ul> <li>Sesame Glazed Green Beans </li> <li>Whipped Coconut Sweet Potatoes with Pecans </li> <li>Garlic and Rosemary Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes </li> <li>Cranberry Pecan Dressing </li> <li>Mac n’ Cheese (yessss!) </li> <li>…and other Spiral favorites </li> </ul> <p><strong>Orders are due by Sunday, November 21st </strong>and must be picked up during regular business hours on <strong>Tuesday the 23th or Wednesday the 24th</strong>. Check out the <a href="http://www.spiraldiner.com/holiday-meals-are-here/" target="_blank">order form</a> online, or head to either restaurant to submit your order.</p> <h3></h3> <h3></h3> <h3></h3> <h3> </h3> <h3><a href="http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/" target="_blank">Whole Foods<img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: 0px" title="IMG_1813" border="0" alt="IMG_1813" align="right" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TNjhrtvS--I/AAAAAAAAC2E/piVoIaRhvBw/IMG_18136.jpg?imgmax=800" width="204" height="154" /></a> (Various Locations)</h3> <p>This year Whole Foods is offering a full vegan holiday dinner including:</p> <ul> <li>Wild Rice Cranberry Fig Field Roast En Croute </li> <li>Vegan  Mashed Potatoes </li> <li>Cinnamon-Dusted Butternut Squash </li> <li>Roasted Brussels Sprouts </li> <li>Wild Mushroom-Sage Gravy </li> <li>Cranberry-Mandarin Orange Relish. </li> </ul> <p>Get more information <a href="http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/" target="_blank">online</a> or visit the Whole Foods near you.</p> <h3></h3> <h3></h3> <h3></h3> <h3> </h3> <h3><a href="http://thecafeelite.com/" target="_blank">Cafe Elite</a> (Plano)</h3> <p>Fresh off their Grand Opening celebration, Cafe Elite is also offering a vegan holiday meal comprised of:</p> <ul> <li>Classic stuffing & gravy </li> <li>Green <img style="border-right-width: 0px; margin: 10px 0px 0px 15px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="IMG_2589" border="0" alt="IMG_2589" align="right" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TNjhr07EvdI/AAAAAAAAC2I/E4wX6CFMZFQ/IMG_2589_thumb3.jpg?imgmax=800" width="204" height="154" />beans </li> <li>Sweet potato casserole </li> <li>Cranberry sauce </li> <li><strong>Gardein </strong>Chick’n cutlets. </li> </ul> <p>Price is $13.95 per meal. <em>For dessert</em>, add a slice of <strong>pumpkin pie </strong>for $3, or <strong>“cheese” cake </strong>for $3.95.</p> <p><strong>Orders are due by Wednesday, November 17th </strong>and must be picked up during regular business hours on <strong>Tuesday the 23th or Wednesday the 24th</strong>.</p> <p>Visit the store to order, or call (469) 828-0607 for more details.</p> <p>1501 Preston Rd No. 800 <br />Plano, TX</p> <h2></h2> <h2> </h2> <h2>Holiday Meals Dine-in</h2> <h3> </h3> <h3><a href="http://www.kalachandjis.com/" target="_blank">Kalachandji’s</a> (Dallas)</h3> <p>Kalachandji’s will host their annual Thanksgiving day (Thursday the 25th) buffet with dining typical Thanksgiving favorites such as:</p> <ul> <li>Tofu Turkey & Dressing </li> <li>Candied Yams </li> <li>Green Beans </li> <li>…and more </li> </ul> <p>Price is $15.95 per person. Seating Hours for lunch are 11:30am - 3:00pm and dinner from 5:30pm - 9:00pm.</p> Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-77080176474803455682010-10-28T20:28:00.001-05:002010-10-28T20:28:05.933-05:002010 Lone Star Vegetarian Chili Cook-Off - November 7th<p> </p> <p>The 22nd Annual Lone Star Vegetarian Chili Cook-Off in Round Rock, Texas is just around the<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TMojIc8qYDI/AAAAAAAAC1w/cBsWUlBqlbQ/s1600-h/lsvn_chili_cookoff2010%5B3%5D.png"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; margin: 65px 0px 0px 25px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="lsvn_chili_cookoff2010" border="0" alt="lsvn_chili_cookoff2010" align="right" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TMojIyEWhBI/AAAAAAAAC10/7l6tHbxVFZ8/lsvn_chili_cookoff2010_thumb%5B1%5D.png?imgmax=800" width="244" height="233" /></a> corner on Sunday,  November 7th. It’s your chance to sample an array of delicious vegan chili as teams from all over Texas compete for cash prizes and the right to be named “best in Texas.”</p> <p>Head down to Round Rock for a day full of food, music, and tasty food. Visit <a href="http://VeggieChiliCookoff.com" target="_blank">VeggieChiliCookoff.com</a> for more details.</p> <p><em><strong>Interested in entering your own chili, or being part of a team? Call Ricky Burke at 972-235-5665 or 214-460-3385.</strong></em></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.veggiechilicookoff.com/" target="_blank"><strong>2010 Lone Star Vegetarian Chili Cook-Off</strong></a> <br />Old Settlers Park 3300 East Palm Valley Blvd <br />Round Rock, Texas <br />Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010 <br />11:30 am – 5:00 pm</p> Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-55061024061519961132010-10-19T21:59:00.003-05:002010-10-22T18:42:19.399-05:00Make Your Reservations for Next Week’s Dallas Vegan Week!<p>Working in conjunction with Mercy For Animals’ restaurant outreach <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TL5bHIT_6BI/AAAAAAAAC1o/mM06arkJ5T0/s1600-h/Salum2_DallasVeganWeek%5B3%5D.jpg"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; margin: 5px 0px 25px 15px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="Salum2_DallasVeganWeek" border="0" alt="Salum2_DallasVeganWeek" align="right" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TL5bHbOXfgI/AAAAAAAAC1s/Xubudw0XYxI/Salum2_DallasVeganWeek_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="164" /></a> program, five upscale Dallas eateries will each offer delectable vegan dishes on their menus for the entire week starting <strong>Monday, October 24</strong>.</p> <p>By offering vegan menu items, these progressive restaurants are helping to promote a compassionate, healthy, and delicious way of eating.</p> <p>Invite your friends – <strong><em>veg*n or not </em></strong>– to head to any one (or every one!) of these restaurants – it’s a perfect opportunity to show your friends how exciting an expertly crafted vegan meal can taste (and look) – as well as demonstrate to chefs how offering meals such as these is good for business <em><strong>year ‘round</strong></em>.</p> <h5> </h5> <h5>Visit the <a href="http://dallasveganweek.com/" target="_blank"><strong>event website</strong></a> for details on joining our friends at MFA for special dine-out events taking place at each restaurant throughout the week.</h5> <h4> </h4> <h4><a href="http://dallasveganweek.com/" target="_blank">Dallas Vegan Week</a> - Participating Restaurants</h4> <p> </p> <h5><a href="http://SalumRestaurant.com">Salum Restaurant</a></h5> <p>4152 Cole Avenue, Suite 103 <br />(214) 252-9604 </p> <p><em>Tempura Cauliflower and Broccolini with White Bean Puree, Capers, Currants and Almonds </em>(pictured above) <br />Chefs Abraham Salum and Al Havens </p> <h5> </h5> <h5><a href="http://TheSecondFloorRestaurant.com" target="_blank">The Second Floor</a> </h5> <p>13340 Dallas Parkway (in the Westin Galleria) <br />(972) 450-2978 </p> <p><em>Soba Noodle Salad with Baby Bok Choy, Thai Chili Vinaigrette and Asian Pears</em> <br />Chef J. Chastain </p> <h5> </h5> <h5><a href="http://TillmansRoadhouse.com" target="_blank">Tillman's Roadhouse</a></h5> <p>324 West 7th Street (in the Bishop Arts District) <br />(214) 942-0988 </p> <p><em>Grilled Marjoram and Garlic Marinated Local Tofu Steak with Roasted Red Pepper BBQ and Lentil-Corn Salad</em> <br />Chef Dan Landsberg </p> <h5> </h5> <h5><a href="http://BijouxRestaurant.com" target="_blank">Bijoux</a></h5> <p>5450 West Lovers Lane, Suite 225 <br />(214) 350-6100 </p> <p><em>Chanterelle Mushroom Ravioli with Cauliflower and Olive Oil Emulsion and Roasted Mushroom Dust</em> <br />Chef Scott Gottlich </p> <h5> </h5> <h5><a href="http://StephanPyles.com" target="_blank">Stephan Pyles Restaurant</a></h5> <p>1807 Ross Avenue, Suite 200 <br />(214) 580-7000</p> <p><em>Surprise New Millennium Southwestern Vegan Dish <br /></em>Chef Matt McCallister</p>Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-89834800722122078972010-10-18T23:22:00.001-05:002010-10-18T23:22:15.716-05:00Texas State Veggie Fair Wrap-up<p>An amazing time was had by all last Saturday, October 16th 2010, at the <a href="http://dallasvegan.com/fair/" target="_blank">Texas State Veggie Fair</a>. DallasVegan.com would<a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TL0c9g9MzEI/AAAAAAAAC1g/Gup9igb7duo/s1600-h/IMG_40833.jpg"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; margin: 10px 0px 10px 25px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="IMG_4083" border="0" alt="IMG_4083" align="right" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TL0c97C90nI/AAAAAAAAC1k/QgIumZ01xuE/IMG_4083_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="164" height="244" /></a> like to thank everyone that came out to support our first (but certainly not last) major event to celebrate the thriving vegan scene we have here in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Thanks to all of the organizations and vendors in attendance, as well as our amazing volunteers. Without them, none of this could have been possible.</p> <p>Rather than give our own review of the event, we thought we’d share with you all the great things others had to say about the fair. We’ll wrap that up with a Flickr slideshow with great pics courtesy Sylvia Elzafon.</p> <p> </p> <p>“<a href="http://vegnewspresspass.blogspot.com/2010/10/texas-state-veggie-fair.html" target="_blank">Texas State Veggie Fair</a>” – Oct 18 2010 <em>VegNews Press Pass</em></p> <p>“<a href="http://sidedish.dmagazine.com/2010/10/18/state-veggie-fair-draws-veggies-vegans-and-indie-rockers/" target="_blank">State Veggie Fair Draws Veggies, Vegans, and Indie Rockers</a>” – Oct 18 2010 <em>Side Dish</em></p> <p>“<a href="http://www.pegasusnews.com/news/2010/oct/17/texas-state-veggie-fair-dallas/" target="_blank">Texas State Veggie Fair gives real thing run for its money, almost</a>” – Oct 17 2010 <em>Pegasus News</em></p> <p>“<a href="http://www.smudailymustang.com/?p=31608" target="_blank">Forget Fried: Activists Go Green at the First Ever Texas Veggie Fair</a>” – Oct 17 2010 <em>SMU Daily Mustang</em></p> <p>“<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2Puuu25L2c" target="_blank">Texas State Veggie Fair</a>” – Oct 16 2010 <em>WFAA News 8</em></p> <p>“<a href="http://vegfortworth.com/2010/10/field-trip-texas-veggie-state-fair/" target="_blank">Field Trip! Texas Veggie State Fair</a>” – Oct 16 2010 <em>VegFortWorth.com</em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p> </p> <p><em></em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p align="center"><object width="400" height="300"> <param name="flashvars" value="offsite=true⟨=en-us&page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fdallasvegan%2Fsets%2F72157625194983698%2Fshow%2F&page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fdallasvegan%2Fsets%2F72157625194983698%2F&set_id=72157625194983698&jump_to="></param> <param name="movie" value="http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=71649"></param> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=71649" allowFullScreen="true" flashvars="offsite=true&lang=en-us&page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fdallasvegan%2Fsets%2F72157625194983698%2Fshow%2F&page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fdallasvegan%2Fsets%2F72157625194983698%2F&set_id=72157625194983698&jump_to=" width="400" height="300"></embed></object></p> Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-20514601219875684422010-10-05T12:52:00.002-05:002010-10-05T12:58:08.377-05:00Texas State Veggie Fair - October 16th - Details!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TKtnA2fVxyI/AAAAAAAAC1Q/Tella8wsMoc/s1600/flyer.png"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 155px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TKtnA2fVxyI/AAAAAAAAC1Q/Tella8wsMoc/s200/flyer.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524622632224671522" /></a><br /><div>On October 16th, DallasVegan.com presents the inaugural Texas State Veggie Fair. The Texas State Veggie Fair combines cruelty free vegan food options like veggie corny dogs with cutting edge acoustic and electronic musical acts. We're excited to announce the final lineup of food vendors, bands, and other entertainment:</div><div><br /></div><div><ul><li>Vegan Fried Food Contest: A vegan fried food contest featuring judges prominent in the Dallas food scene including: Teresa Gubbins from Pegasus News, Lisa Petty from NBC DFW, Matt McCallister – Executive Chef from Stephan Pyles, and Stephen Doyle from the Dallas Observer.</li><li>Vegan fair food for purchase: Local vegan food heavy-hitters such as Spiral Diner, Tough Cookie Bakery, and the soon to be opening V-Spot Veggie Café will offer treats such as vegan corn dogs, Frito pie, and funnel cakes.</li><li>Entertainment lineup: An eclectic mix of acoustic, rock, and electronic entertainment from the likes of Saboteur, Adam and the Ancient Gods, Jessie Williams, Joe Ray, Todi Stronghands, Mike Townsend & James Genova, Here Holy Spain, Rocket for Ethiopia, The Hormones.</li><li>Animal friendly organizations: Local and national organizations dedicated to education and awareness of animal rights and other vegetarian/vegan issues will attend, including: Mercy For Animals, Black Vegetarian Society of Texas, Animal Connection of Texas, and Dallas Vegetarians.</li><li>Kid friendly enjoyment: Children can play fun carnival games for prizes, enjoy a bounce-house, and family-friendly performances throughout the day from clowns, fire dancers, and more.</li></ul><div><br /></div></div>Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-23708625841325699452010-09-21T20:37:00.002-05:002010-09-21T20:38:59.159-05:00Meatless “McMuffins” from MFA at McDonald’s Protest Wednesday AM<p> </p> <p>Our friends at Mercy for Animals (MFA) will stage a “Tasty” protest at a new McDonald’s location opening downtown in the West End Wednesday morning, September 22 at 8:00 am. From the press release:</p> <blockquote> <p>Donning aprons, and backed by a banner that declares, “Free Vegan Food Samples – Healthy, Cruelty-‐Free & Delicious,” members of the animal advocacy organization, Mercy For Animals, will greet customers of Dallas’ newest McDonald’s restaurant grand opening – dishing up free vegan “McMuffins,” served with a side of truth about McDonald’s’ cruel treatment of animals.</p> </blockquote> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TJld6gsH9FI/AAAAAAAAC1A/wLp3_ihTCMU/s1600-h/mfa_free_vegan_samples%5B2%5D.jpg"><img style="border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px" title="mfa_free_vegan_samples" border="0" alt="mfa_free_vegan_samples" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TJld7h8GO_I/AAAAAAAAC1E/7bsWzWIXcV0/mfa_free_vegan_samples_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="164" /></a> </p> <p>We can’t think of a better way to start the morning than with a cruelty-free breakfast goodie and friendly conversation with the great folks at MFA. Be sure to stop by and say “hi,” if you’re in the area.</p> <p><a href="http://dallasvegan.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/McDonaldsFeedInRelease.pdf" target="_blank">Click for full press release</a></p> <p align="center"><strong>McDonald’s Protest <br /></strong>Wednesday, September 22, 2010 <br />8:00 am <br />440 N. Lamar St., Ste. 107A (corner of Pacific Ave. and Lamar St.) <br />Dallas, TX</p>Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-9268597252791080112010-09-19T16:13:00.001-05:002010-09-19T20:51:40.511-05:00Cafe Elite in Plano - First Look<p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TJZ82xgl7AI/AAAAAAAAC04/bXFbr3Wb5u4/s1600-h/IMG_2190%5B3%5D.jpg"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="IMG_2190" border="0" alt="IMG_2190" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TJZ83GwZKaI/AAAAAAAAC08/EozYEh77XwY/IMG_2190_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="189" /></a> </p> <p>Recently, we checked out Cafe Elite - a new vegan restaurant that opened last week in Plano.</p> <p>The menu included a few Asian favorites such as spring rolls, Lo Mein, and Pho. However, they also offered a much welcomed variety of other items such as Raw Pizzas, Sloppy Joes, burgers, and vegan chili.</p> <p>The Chic’n Salad was a delightful spread of fresh mixed-greens topped with <a href="http://www.gardein.com/" target="_blank">Gardein</a> “chic’n” and accompanied by a delicate, yet flavorful house-made vinaigrette. The homemade Sloppy Joe was a heaping helping of ground “beef” and tangy sauces served on a light and fluffy bun that held up well to the “Joe.”</p> <p>Cafe Elite also carries vegan desserts such as chocolate cake – not sampled on this visit, but we’ve heard other diners use many superlative phrases to describe it.</p> <p>Cafe Elite is operated by followers of <a href="http://www.godsdirectcontact.org/" target="_blank">Supreme Master Ching Hai</a>, so you can entertain and inform yourself with <a href="http://suprememastertv.com/" target="_blank">Supreme Master TV</a>, playing on TVs in the front and rear of the restaurant. Perhaps the best description of the channel’s programming, delivered in a subtle and positive manner, is taken from their website:</p> <blockquote> <p>People must realize that putting down that piece of meat, which is poisonous, is all they have to do to obtain peace on Earth, and to eliminate hunger for good, and to save the planet... </p> </blockquote> <p>Keep in mind that patience is a virtue as they continue to work out opening kinks in their ordering/serving system. However, based on this first visit we’re excited to have this versatile vegan option on the north side of town.</p> <p>Check them out and let us know what you think! </p> <p> </p> <object width="400" height="300"> <param name="flashvars" value="offsite=true⟨=en-us&page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fdallasvegan%2Fsets%2F72157624866358175%2Fshow%2F&page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fdallasvegan%2Fsets%2F72157624866358175%2F&set_id=72157624866358175&jump_to="></param> <param name="movie" value="http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=71649"></param> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=71649" allowFullScreen="true" flashvars="offsite=true&lang=en-us&page_show_url=%2Fphotos%2Fdallasvegan%2Fsets%2F72157624866358175%2Fshow%2F&page_show_back_url=%2Fphotos%2Fdallasvegan%2Fsets%2F72157624866358175%2F&set_id=72157624866358175&jump_to=" width="400" height="300"></embed></object> <p></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><strong>Cafe Elite</strong> <br />1501 Preston Rd No. 800 <br />Plano, TX 75093 <br />(469) 828-0607</p> Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-2477697573346667562010-09-13T22:00:00.001-05:002010-09-13T22:00:37.653-05:00Fried Inspiration – Vegan Fried, Fried Rice<p>The <a href="http://bit.ly/c8lrEb">Texas State Veggie Fair</a> is right around the corner on October 16th, which means the <a href="http://bit.ly/9BLKyX">Vegan Fried Foods Contest</a> is, well, right around the corner.<a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TI7lUhNmhYI/AAAAAAAAC0s/kfHn5_MOCkU/s1600-h/IMG_2183%5B6%5D.jpg"><img style="border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 15px 0px 10px 10px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px" title="IMG_2183" border="0" alt="IMG_2183" align="right" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TI7lU-vbRSI/AAAAAAAAC0w/Pn0EHQNa-wg/IMG_2183_thumb%5B4%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a></p> <p>Remember, your entry it doesn’t have to be *completely* original – maybe you have a special way of making a common fried dish that’s just really darn good. Or, you might try combining two things that should never be put together – it might just be perfect when you throw it in a vat of frying oil.</p> <p><strong>Want to enter, but still not sure what to do?</strong> If you’re in need of a little inspiration, check out our video on the new <a href="http://www.youtube.com/dallasvegan">Dallas Vegan YouTube channel</a>! I can say with personal experience that coming up with a recipe is not too difficult, and fun to boot! So get your fryers ready and submit your entry soon!</p> <div style="padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; width: 349px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" id="scid:5737277B-5D6D-4f48-ABFC-DD9C333F4C5D:0b866b81-d9cb-4b0d-b6c0-5040010de802" class="wlWriterEditableSmartContent"><div id="a2b4520f-d8b6-49c6-855f-057f05a100c0" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; display: inline;"><div><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUNOB4zp0X8" target="_new"><img src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TI7lVHFOiSI/AAAAAAAAC00/-g2-KErEWHc/video4506c156c669%5B4%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="border-style: none" galleryimg="no" onload="var downlevelDiv = document.getElementById('a2b4520f-d8b6-49c6-855f-057f05a100c0'); downlevelDiv.innerHTML = "<div><object width=\"349\" height=\"291\"><param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.youtube.com/v/DUNOB4zp0X8&hl=en\"><\/param><embed src=\"http://www.youtube.com/v/DUNOB4zp0X8&hl=en\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" width=\"349\" height=\"291\"><\/embed><\/object><\/div>";" alt=""></a></div></div></div> Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-23463093762628076692010-09-07T22:48:00.001-05:002010-09-07T22:51:56.506-05:00Dallas Vegan Drinks - September<p><a href="http://drinks.dallasvegan.com/?p=444"><img style="border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px" title="dvd" border="0" alt="dvd" align="left" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TIcHbxUxeWI/AAAAAAAAC0E/7QYvi277Yh4/dvd%5B4%5D.png?imgmax=800" width="149" height="87" /> Dallas Vegan Drinks September</a> marks the 12 installment of Dallas Vegan Drinks - It’s hard to believe it’s been almost a year since we’ve had <a href="http://vegandrinks.org">Vegan Drinks</a> here in Dallas.</p> <p>With plans for the <a href="http://dallasvegan.com/fair">Texas State Veggie Fair</a> in full swing, we’d like to  invite those interested in volunteering with the fair to <a href="http://www.pizzaloungedallas.com/">pizza LOUNGE</a> at this Thursday night to discuss volunteer opportunities. Our volunteers are going to contribute greatly to the success of the inaugural Texas State Veggie Fair, so please consider coming out to speak with organizers and find out what you can do to be a part of the event.<a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TIcHcQsX79I/AAAAAAAAC0I/4SCAJG8NFi4/s1600-h/IMG_2069%5B4%5D.jpg"><img style="border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 5px 0px 5px 10px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px" title="IMG_2069" border="0" alt="IMG_2069" align="right" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TIcHct8VAYI/AAAAAAAAC0Q/2S7iIDelfNA/IMG_2069_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="146" height="112" /></a></p> <p>Regardless of your interests in attending, the bottom line is that Vegan Drinks is a fun night for meeting fellow veg*n & veg-curious folks for good conversation and information swapping in a fun, non-formal environment.</p> <p>As in the past several months, Vegan Drinks will be at pizza LOUNGE, the best pizza joint in town - accompanied by a wide selection of beverages. Don’t miss it!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><strong><a href="http://drinks.dallasvegan.com/?p=444">September Dallas Vegan Drinks</a></strong> <br /><strong><a href="http://www.pizzaloungedallas.com/">pizza LOUNGE</a></strong> <br />Thursday, September 9th, 2010 <br />6:00 pm – 8:00 pm <br />841 Exposition <br />Dallas, TX</p> Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-70034546167637444262010-09-02T00:38:00.002-05:002010-09-02T03:02:49.984-05:00Texas State Veggie Fair Vegan Fried Foods Contest – Call for entries<p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TH84VBIbsXI/AAAAAAAACz4/aRYLqaFGOuY/s1600-h/TSVF_Black_compact%5B3%5D.jpg"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="TSVF_Black_compact" border="0" alt="TSVF_Black_compact" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TH84Vl0X35I/AAAAAAAACz8/Ax_BlBVJ98Q/TSVF_Black_compact_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="243" height="44" /></a> </p> <p>If you haven’t yet heard about the <a href="http://dallasvegan.com/fair" target="_blank">Texas State Veggie Fair</a>, then you may not have seen our announcement from several online media sources last week (including <a href="http://blogs.dallasobserver.com/cityofate/2010/08/mmm_fried_soy_products_who_nee.php" target="_blank">Hanna Raskin at the Dallas Observer</a>). Point being – we have a <strong><em>huge </em></strong>event happening on October 16th, 2010, that we want <strong>YOU</strong> to be a part of.</p> <p>Your first opportunity to join in the fun is to sign up for the <a href="http://dallasvegan.com/fair/vegan-fried-foods-competition/" target="_blank"><strong>Vegan Fried Foods competition</strong></a>. It’s almost impossible to <em>not</em> be aware of the crazy fried foods available at that <em>other</em> not so animal-friendly fair. The big problem with that competition is that hardly any of the items are vegetarian, let alone <em>vegan</em>. Here’s your chance to show <a href="http://blog.dallasvegan.com/2009/08/tofish-and-chips.html" target="_blank"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; margin: 10px 0px 5px 10px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="tofish" border="0" alt="tofish" align="right" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TH84Vz_vpOI/AAAAAAAAC0A/Ezi7AdAHaQo/tofish%5B5%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="213" height="162" /></a>the world how fun and creative vegan cooking can be (like <a href="http://blog.dallasvegan.com/2009/08/tofish-and-chips.html" target="_blank">Tofish & Chips</a>, pictured right).</p> <p>Put your vegan frying skills to the test and compete not only for cash prizes – but more importantly, bragging rights for being the winner of the inaugural competition.</p> <h4>Space is limited to 15 contestants, so sign up as soon as possible. <a href="http://dallasvegan.com/fair/vegan-fried-foods-competition/" target="_blank">Visit this page</a> for more information and how to apply.</h4> <h4> </h4> <h2>Not a cook?</h2> <p><strong> Stay tuned for information about how YOU can be a guest judge at the competition!</strong></p>Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-5628071028080741592010-08-25T22:18:00.003-05:002010-08-26T09:44:06.406-05:00Protest Week in Dallas!<p>Okay, so this isn’t an “official” protest week per se, but there sure has been a higher-than-usual frequency.</p><p>Besides their veg-leafleting at the West End this past Monday, <a href="http://www.blogger.com/mercyforanimals.org/">Mercy For Animals</a> made local and national headlines with their “Biohazard Crew" protest encouraging shoppers to "Recall All Eggs, Choose Vegan!" MFA Texas Campaign Coordinator Eddie Garza had this to say about the event:</p><blockquote><p>We had an amazing turnout! Our 'biohazard crew', decked in white jumpsuits, rubber gloves, face protection masks and holding signs that read 'Recall All Eggs, Choose Vegan', sent a clear message to Dallas -- that choosing a compassi<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/THXdBXLLz_I/AAAAAAAACzo/bu0dPqQbckQ/s1600-h/mfa_egg_protest%5B5%5D.jpg"><img style="BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; MARGIN: 25px 0px 25px 45px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px" title="mfa_egg_protest" border="0" alt="mfa_egg_protest" align="right" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/THXdBuJVg4I/AAAAAAAACzs/2DZJm5e_IqM/mfa_egg_protest_thumb%5B3%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="163" /></a>onate vegan diet is the best way to prevent animal cruelty and to protect their own health, as sickness and disease runs rampant on factory farms.</p></blockquote><p>There’s no eggs-aggerating the fact that the <a href="http://blogs.dallasobserver.com/unfairpark">Dallas Observer</a> has been all over the vegan news scene the last couple of days (hopefully you’ll forgive the pun after reading some of the stories)…</p><p>Robert Wilonsky had the <a href="http://blogs.dallasobserver.com/unfairpark/2010/08/looks_like_chicago-based_mercy.php">first scoop</a> on MFA’s activities on Monday…followed by a <a href="http://blogs.dallasobserver.com/unfairpark/2010/08/vegan_activists_protest_factor.php">great egg-protest write-up</a> courtesy Andrea Grimes on Tuesday…continuing with a <a href="http://blogs.dallasobserver.com/unfairpark/2010/08/lettuce_now_consider_our_lates.php">mention of the PETA vegan feed-in by the Lettuce Ladies</a> going on Thursday.</p><p>Aside from these special protests by two big organizations, we can’t forget to mention <a href="http://animalconnectiontx.org/">Animal Connection Texas</a> and their longstanding <a href="http://animalconnectiontx.org/calendar.htm">weekly protests of DFW area Petland stores</a>, held every Saturday (various times/locations). Their commitment to standing up for animal rights in our community for such a long time is certainly commendable.</p><p>So, the moral of this story is - there are ample opportunities to get active as a Dallas Vegan and we’re getting noticed more and more everyday. Keep up the great work!</p><p> </p><p align="center"><a href="http://www.peta.org/mc/NewsItem.asp?id=15091">PETA Lettuce Ladies Veggie Dog Giveaway</a><br />Thursday, August 26<br />12:00 pm<br />In front of City Hall, 1500 Marilla Street<br />Dallas, TX</p><p align="center"><br /><a href="http://mercyforanimals.org/events.aspx?state=TX">MFA Vegan Food Giveaway and Outreach</a><br />Friday, August 27, 2010<br />12:00 pm to 1:00 pm<br />Pacific Ave. (between Market and Lamar Sts.)<br />Dallas, TX</p><p align="center"> </p><p align="center"><a href="http://animalconnectiontx.org/calendar.htm">ACT Petland Protests</a><br />Every Saturday<br />Various Times/Locations<br /></p><p align="center"></p>Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-40599382395651711582010-08-05T20:52:00.002-05:002010-08-05T20:54:21.773-05:00Vote for Dallas Favs in 2010 VegNews Veggie Awards<p>Each year, VegNews magazine holds its annual Veggie Awards, a comprehensive “best of” list as voted for by readers. To win a category is truly an honor, as VegNews is highly regarded worldwide as a leader in vegan news, trends, and lifestyle info.</p> <p>This year, Spiral Diner is on the ballot for “Favorite Vegetarian Restaurant.” They won <a href="http://www.vegnews.com/web/pdf/press/VegNewsVeggieAwards2007.pdf">Restaurant of the Year in 2007</a> – help them bring it home once again!</p> <p>Also on the ballot for “Favorite Nonprofit Animal Organization” are our friends at <a href="http://mercyforanimals.org/">Mercy For Animals</a> – let’s get them a win (after all, it was their Vegetarian Dining Campaign that got us <a href="http://blog.dallasvegan.com/2010/07/sols-nieto-mexican-grillthe-vegan-tex.html">Daiya cheese in the first Tex-Mex joint in Dallas</a>)!</p> <p>While your at it, why not issue write-in votes for “Favorite Animal Sanctuary,” <a href="http://www.serenityspringssanctuary.org/">Serenity Springs Animal Sanctuary</a> and of course, Favorite Blog – DallasVegan.com!</p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/veggieawards2010">2010 VegNews VeggieAwards</a> <br />Deadline for entry – August 31st </p>Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-60595097751012057122010-07-21T06:00:00.001-05:002010-07-21T10:58:17.569-05:00Vegan BBQ! MFA Launch Party This Saturday (FREE)<a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TEaH1ruK55I/AAAAAAAACxA/b1Fy_APbgN0/s1600-h/aboutmfapic%5B3%5D.jpg"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" title="aboutmfapic" border="0" alt="aboutmfapic" align="right" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TEaH1zXSE2I/AAAAAAAACxE/ty8EXKJKLQQ/aboutmfapic_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="186" height="139" /></a> <p>Mercy For Animals (MFA) is holding their <a href="http://www.mercyforanimals.org/images/events/dallas634136738476324533.launch634136738476324533.FLYER634136738476324533.FINAL634136738476324533.pdf">“official” launch party</a> this Saturday from <strong>12:00pm – 4:00pm </strong>at<strong> </strong>their office pool located within <strong><a href="http://www.cityscapedallas.com/">Cityscape Dallas Apartments</a></strong>.</p><p>Since their <a href="http://www.mfablog.org/2010/03/mfas-dallas-rock-out-for-the-animals-concert-is-a-smash-hit.html">opening in March</a>, MFA has organized many leafleting, feed-in, and other events aimed at increasing awareness in Dallas for their cause – establishing and defending the rights of all animals.</p><p>As if the launch is not occasion enough to get to the party, they will h<img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 15px 15px 15px 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" title="burger" border="0" alt="burger" align="left" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TEaH2f7GWkI/AAAAAAAACxI/9idhn2H1gTs/burger%5B5%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="136" height="150" />ave vegan desserts provided by <a href="http://spiraldiner.com/">Spiral Diner</a> and veggie dogs and burgers graciously sponsored by Bliss Cafe. </p><p>So be sure to RSVP and make your way to the MFA Pool Party to meet some awesome veg*ns and celebrate this exciting event with the MFA crew!</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><p align="center"><a href="http://www.mercyforanimals.org/images/events/dallas634136738476324533.launch634136738476324533.FLYER634136738476324533.FINAL634136738476324533.pdf">MFA Launch Party & Vegan BBQ</a><br />Cityscape Dallas Apartments<br />Saturday, July 24th 2010<br />12:00pm – 4:00pm<br />6467 Melody Lane<br />Dallas, TX 75231<br />R.S.V.P. <a href="mailto:EddieG@MercyForAnimals.org">EddieG@MercyForAnimals.org</a><br />or call 214.609.4066.</p>Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-90926752103181593522010-07-15T09:30:00.001-05:002010-07-15T09:37:55.522-05:00Sol’s Nieto Mexican Grill…*The* Vegan Tex-Mex Destination?<p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TD6G49A9IfI/AAAAAAAACwY/el4lCIazeoU/s1600-h/IMG_2055%5B3%5D.jpg"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px 20px 5px 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" title="IMG_2055" border="0" alt="IMG_2055" align="left" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TD6G5MNrzfI/AAAAAAAACwc/HjEs9nYerZE/IMG_2055_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a></p><p>In this economy, it seems almost a weekly occurrence that a retail store or restaurant closes its doors. As a way of combating these tough times, many restaurants are looking for ways to help increase their customer base (and cash flow). One such restaurant, Sol’s Nieto Mexican Grill on Mockingbird Lane, found potential in making a simple tweak of the menu to attract a completely new crowd they'd never even thought of.</p><p>After receiving a sample of <a href="http://www.daiyafoods.com/">Daiya</a> vegan cheese (via Mercy For Animals’ <a href="http://mercyforanimals.org/vegetarian-dining.aspx">Vegetarian Dining Campaign</a>), management at this well-established family-owned restaurant took a chance and added it to the menu shortly thereafter. As a result, they’ve already experienced increased traffic as new customers call/visit to confirm that the rumors of vegan-friendly Tex-Mex are true.</p><p>As it turns out, Sol’s already offered many vegetarian options that could be made vegan by omitting the cheese. All beans (refried and borracho) as well as the rice contain none of the “usual suspects” (chicken stock and lard) as in most other Tex-Mex establishments. By <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TD6G5-gouxI/AAAAAAAACwg/Ghp19mxONUc/s1600-h/IMG_2054%5B3%5D.jpg"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 10px 0px 5px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" title="IMG_2054" border="0" alt="IMG_2054" align="right" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TD6G6HeDJEI/AAAAAAAACwk/LAqI-tZUz_o/IMG_2054_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a>adding Daiya vegan cheese (one of the hottest new vegan cheeses to hit the market), Sol’s positioned itself to become <em>the</em> vegan destination for Tex-Mex in the D/FW area.</p><p>So, what does that mean to Dallas vegans? Many foods that were previously a distant memory are now all of a sudden “back on the menu”. Things like…</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Cheese & Veggie Quesadillas…</p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TD6G6ipgC9I/AAAAAAAACwo/EwcWMLyxjvs/s1600-h/IMG_2045%5B2%5D.jpg"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" title="IMG_2045" border="0" alt="IMG_2045" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TD6G7PMznZI/AAAAAAAACws/i5X7HjiuePc/IMG_2045_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a></p><p align="center"></p><p align="left">and Cheese Enchiladas…</p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TD6G71i1HzI/AAAAAAAACww/Al5I01rEErU/s1600-h/IMG_2048%5B2%5D.jpg"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" title="IMG_2048" border="0" alt="IMG_2048" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TD6G8CDvpyI/AAAAAAAACw0/cs4ne2nSbh8/IMG_2048_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a><br /></p><p align="left">and my favorite, Cheese & Veggie Chimichangas…</p><p align="left"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TD6G8pTVeyI/AAAAAAAACw4/Zt99pD6Etx4/s1600-h/IMG_2044%5B2%5D.jpg"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; DISPLAY: block; FLOAT: none; MARGIN-LEFT: auto; BORDER-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-RIGHT: auto; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" title="IMG_2044" border="0" alt="IMG_2044" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TD6G9czcCdI/AAAAAAAACw8/kRgNMnLWCCw/IMG_2044_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a> </p><p>Sitting down to a gooey, cheesy plate of nachos and a frozen margarita on a patio is truly a Texas tradition (if not a religion). So much so that many long-time vegetarians thought they'd never be able to ditch dairy. By adding vegan cheese to the the Dallas Tex-Mex dining scene, Sol's turns this into a "cruelty free" tradition available for everyone.</p><p><br /></p><p></p><p align="center"><strong>Sol's Nieto Mexican Grill<br /></strong>6434 East Mockingbird Lane<br />Dallas, TX<br />(214) 826-5564</p>Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-86299671858567738902010-07-06T19:52:00.002-05:002010-07-06T19:54:17.173-05:00Vegan Chef Jeanette from Crosby Catering at Taste of Dallas this Sunday<p> </p> <p>Just received this bit of news from Dallas’ own <a href="http://www.crosbycafe.com/">Crosby Catering & Coffee</a> – vegetarian/vegan catering service:<img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px" align="right" src="http://tasteofdallas.org/themes/tasteofdallastheme/images/Logo.png" /> </p> <p> </p> <blockquote> <p>Crosby executive chef and owner, Jeanette Prasifka, will be a featured chef at this year's Taste of Dallas. This year's festival is moving to Dallas' own Fair Park, and is expanding into 150,000 square feet of AIR CONDITIONED indoor space! Yeah! Chef Jeanette is proud to be one of only two female chefs featured this year. </p> <p>On <strong>Sunday, July 11th at 3:00 PM</strong>, Jeanette will be sharing her secrets for a delicious Asian-themed vegan meal: Spicy Orange 'Beef' and Broccoli, Wasabi Mashed Potatoes and Grilled Corn with Asian Coconut Lime Glaze. We hope you will join us at this fun, informative and DELICIOUS event! </p> </blockquote> <p> </p> <p>With the weather becoming more and more unpredictable around here, sounds like air conditioned <a href="http://www.tasteofdallas.org/">Taste of Dallas</a> at Fair Park is a great place to visit this Sunday. </p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.crosbycafe.com/TasteOfDallas2010.html">Chef Jeanette Vegan Cooking Demo</a> <br />Taste of Dallas <br />Sunday, July 11th <br />3:00 PM <br />1200 S. Second Avenue (Grand Avenue) <br />Dallas, TX 75210</p>Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-65318577727084985202010-06-21T21:40:00.001-05:002010-06-21T21:40:55.563-05:00Celebrity Chef Tal Ronnen @ Whole Foods Park Lane Tuesday, June 22nd<p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TCAitLDWoLI/AAAAAAAACu8/Wjt8LW5v9Gg/s1600-h/tal_pic1%5B2%5D.jpg"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 45px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="tal_pic1" border="0" alt="tal_pic1" align="right" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/TCAitigDcqI/AAAAAAAACvA/ouQZbbE0sf8/tal_pic1_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a> </p> <p><a href="http://www.talronnen.com">Tal Ronnen</a>, celebrity chef and best-selling author of <a href="http://www.talronnen.com/cookbook/">The Conscious Cook</a>, was in town today giving a workshop at Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School (featuring a scrumptious “chicken" scaloppini, pictured right).</p> <p>Missed it? <em>Don’t worry.</em> Go to the <strong>Whole Foods Park Lane </strong>on <strong>Tuesday, June 22nd</strong>, for a live cooking demo and book signing from <strong>12:00pm – 2:00pm</strong>.</p> <p>  </p> <p align="center"><strong>Tal Ronnen Demo & Book Signing <br />Whole Foods Park Lane</strong> <br />Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010 <br />12:00 pm – 2:00 pm <br />8190 Park Lane, Suite 351 <br />Dallas, TX 75231</p> Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-21365277418583560802010-06-09T12:04:00.008-05:002010-06-09T17:31:10.246-05:00Get thee to pizza LOUNGE tomorrow night for Dallas Vegan Drinks<a href="http://drinks.dallasvegan.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/IMG_1874.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 186px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 126px; CURSOR: hand" border="0" alt="" src="http://drinks.dallasvegan.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/IMG_1874.jpg" /></a><br /><div><strong>Dallas Vegan Drinks + pizza LOUNGE = ♥</strong></div><br /><br /><div><strong><a href="http://drinks.dallasvegan.com/">Vegan Drinks</a> </strong>has been in Dallas for eight months. Have you attended yet?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong><a href="http://www.pizzaloungedallas.com/">pizza LOUNGE</a> </strong>has been in Dallas for six months. Have you visited yet?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>If you answered no to either of these questions, kill two birds with one stone (probably not the most appropriate saying for a vegan blog, but you know what I mean...) and make plans <strong>NOW</strong> to get yourself to Dallas Vegan Drinks @ pizza LOUNGE in Deep <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Ellum</span> <strong>tomorrow night (Thursday, 6/10)</strong>.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>pizza LOUNGE</strong> is exactly what Dallas needs more of - mainstream restaurants that "get it". They have a great menu that anyone, vegan or otherwise, can enjoy, but also happen to have an awesome vegan selection and display it proudly.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Let's show our appreciation and make this a heavily attended event. Invite your friends, family, veg*n or not to enjoy some great vegan pizza (and, as appropriate for this event, a great bar).</div><div> </div><div> </div>Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-83933762251575391782010-06-09T00:15:00.013-05:002010-06-09T16:58:10.032-05:00Vegan Bob Armstrong Dip is Vegan B.A.D. (in the acronym sense and in the way Michael Jackson means it)<div style="TEXT-ALIGN: left"><div class="MsoNormal"></div><div class="MsoNormal">Last week I had the urge to create something new.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I wanted to “veganize” something decidedly un-vegan.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> The </span>Double Down?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>It had already been <a href="http://vegansaurus.com/post/498511783/vegan-double-down">done</a>. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span>Plus, it was kind of creepy even in its vegan state.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I thought, “What’s a local, iconic dish in need of a vegan-friendly makeover?”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"></div>Luckily, a <a href="http://www.mattitos.com/locations/dallas-on-forest-lane-across-from-medical-city/">new Mattito’s</a> moving in across from my office provided some much needed inspiration.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Armstrong_(Texas_politician)#Bob_Armstrong_dip">Bob Armstrong dip</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>It’s not overly complicated, it’s delicious, and it’s apparently <a href="http://blogs.dallasobserver.com/cityofate/2010/05/100_favorite_dishes_the_bob_ar.php">beloved</a> (sometimes to the <a href="http://blogs.dallasobserver.com/cityofate/2010/05/bob_armstrong_dip_eating_conte.php">extreme</a>) amongst the denizens of our fair burgh.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Plus, it’s Tex-Mex, and Tex-Mex is to Texas as Chili’s* is to 49 other states.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>That is to say, it’s our default answer to “What should we eat in order to make everyone in our party of 2-100 happy?”<br /><br /><div class="MsoNormal"></div>For those of you unfamiliar with the dish, Bob Armstrong Dip is an “off-the-menu” appetizer originally found at Matt’s El Rancho in Austin that found it’s way north to the family’s Dallas-area restaurants, Matt’s Rancho Martinez and Mattito’s.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span>I use the term “off-the-menu” loosely as <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0357413/quotes#qt0448292">60% of the time, everyone in the restaurant orders it every time</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>The components: queso, guacamole, sour cream, and ground beef.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>[It is worth note that I’m finding conflicting info on sour cream’s inclusion in the original recipe in addition to the fact that Mattito’s appears to not be in the original family any more.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Oh well, who cares about history when your brain is set on feeding your mouth vegan B.A.D.?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Ok, was that acronym awesomely placed?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Methinks so.]<br /><br /><div class="MsoNormal"></div>Decent vegan queso has been a mystery in my household.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>No more.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I’ve adapted the recipe from this <a href="http://www.veganexplosion.com/">site</a> (I realize you can no longer find the recipe on that site, but I bet if you use the wonders of Google, you will find that someone was nice enough to use a cached version and put the recipe in a popular vegan forum**). <span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span>First adaptation: double the recipe - you’ll want more, trust me.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Second, skip the mustard and add <a href="http://www.daiyafoods.com/products/index.asp">a handful of cheddar Daiya and a handful of mozzarella Daiya</a> at the same time you’re adding your <a href="http://www.earthbalancenatural.com/#/products/original/">Earth Balance</a> (or whatever vegan margarine you’re using).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I would also suggest that you use a whisk AND a spoon in order to get the flour and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nutritional_yeast">nooch</a> out of the corners of the pot when trying to get a thickened but smooth texture (add a tad more water if needed, you can always cook a bit longer to thicken it out).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Also, be liberal with those “dashes” of chili powder and<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>garlic powder.<br /><br /><div class="MsoNormal"></div><p>You should now have a pretty amazing queso base.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Is it good enough to just stop and eat?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Sort of.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>The flavor and, more so, smell (very important) will be genuinely queso-esque.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>The texture isn’t quite there yet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>The good news is that you’re about to fold a bunch of creamy ingredients into the mix to solve this problem.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>The whole here is certainly greater than the sum of the parts. </p><p>Guacamole.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I’d <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal">almost</i> always tell you to make homemade, fresh guacamole studded with chunks of delicious avocados.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal">Almost</i> always.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I found <a href="http://www.eatwholly.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=188&Itemid=218">this stuff</a>, and, quite frankly, it’s the best “guacamole in a box” that I’ve ever had.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>The added bonus is that it’s much creamier than the fresh stuff.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Plus, who wants to slave over a cutting board for 30 minutes to get the perfectly sized diced tomatoes and onions when your extra efforts will be indiscernible once mixed into a delicious conglomeration?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>“Not you” is the correct answer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>[Please don’t call me a slacker, I make some mean fresh guac too.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Trust me, this is for your own good].<br /></p><p>Sour cream.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I took a poll and <a href="http://www.tofutti.com/ss.shtml">Tofutti</a> won out.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><br /><br />Ground beef.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I tried <a href="http://www.uptonsnaturals.com/">Upton’s Naturals’</a> Ground Beef Style Seitan.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I didn’t see it on their website, but they have it at the Whole Foods on Park (isn’t that technically at Greenville and Blackwell?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Yes.).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>When preparing, I’d suggest using a bit of oil in a medium-hot pan and using a sturdy spatula to break it apart as you cook it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Five minutes or less - pretty easy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>But, feel free to use your favorite vegan ground beef-style whatever.</p><div class="MsoNormal"></div><p>Assembly.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Pour yourself a big bowl of vegan queso.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Add a big spoonful of guacamole, another of Tofutti sour cream, another of your ground beef-style seitan, and maybe some pico de gallo for garnish.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Admire your work briefly: </p><p></p><p><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2JeoE_N34e4/TA8llE-SNAI/AAAAAAAAAB0/SO8nyzt95CA/s1600/IMG_4138.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 267px; CURSOR: pointer" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5480640590453552130" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2JeoE_N34e4/TA8llE-SNAI/AAAAAAAAAB0/SO8nyzt95CA/s400/IMG_4138.jpg" /></a><br /></p><p>Stir together completely.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>You now have the creamiest, queso-iest <span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span>vegan dip in the world. Skeptical omnivores like my wife even like it (seriously).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I wish I had pictures of the stirred version, but 4 of us literally ate that whole bowl (and a second one – don’t judge).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I’d suggest serving with plenty of tortilla chips, tortillas, and a few (or more) <a href="http://www.barnivore.com/beer/670/Grupo-Modelo-Beers">beers</a> or margaritas. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span>Perfect for sunny afternoons on the patio, all Summer long.</p><div class="MsoNormal"></div><div class="MsoNormal">_________________________________________________________</div><div class="MsoNormal">*Speaking of Chili’s, if you follow this recipe, but omit the guacamole and pico de gallo, and go easy on the Tofutti sour cream, you have something eerily close to their Skillet Queso, only "veganized."</div><div class="MsoNormal">**No luck?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><a href="http://www.postpunkkitchen.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=70450">Here</a>.</div><div class="MsoNormal"></div><div class="MsoNormal"></div>bchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02309516180434287241noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-86228424586777988762010-05-27T21:39:00.001-05:002010-05-27T21:39:14.429-05:00MFA Exposes Dairy Cow Abuse in Ohio<p>Mercy For Animals (MFA), who recently opened its <a href="http://www.mfablog.org/2010/05/here-we-grow-again-mfa-expands-to-dallas-texas.html">newest national office in Dallas</a> earlier this month, presented an undercover investigation exposing abuse occurring at Conklin Dairy Farms in Plain City, Ohio.  </p> <p>Eddie Garza, the MFA Texas Campaign Coordinator, <a href="http://www.wdtn.com/dpp/news/undercover-video-shows-abuse-of-cows">assisted with the press conference in Ohio</a> on Tuesday and on Wednesday a worker at the farm was <a href="http://www.mfablog.org/2010/05/update---dairy-farm-worker-arrested-on-12-counts-of-cruelty.html">arrested on 12 counts of cruelty</a>.</p> <p>The undercover footage, taken over the course of April and May, documents a shocking pattern of cruelty. What’s even more disturbing is that this farm was chosen at random – which makes you wonder how many other farms harbor cruelty such as this.</p> <p>Thanks to MFA for helping to bring these people to justice, and for continuing to fight for the rights of farmed animals everywhere.</p> <p> </p> <p><em>Warning! The following video contains graphic and disturbing images:</em></p> <div style="padding-bottom: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; float: none; padding-top: 0px" id="scid:5737277B-5D6D-4f48-ABFC-DD9C333F4C5D:c6b01ce7-4d80-414a-b827-f329973bd420" class="wlWriterEditableSmartContent"><div id="5fd5d8f9-874c-4a4c-999c-e255160dd3c2" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; display: inline;"><div><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYTkM1OHFQg&color1=0xb1b1b1&color2=0xd0d0d0&hl=en_US&feature=player_embedded&fs=1" target="_new"><img src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/S_8s0clNfCI/AAAAAAAACuo/kGl1b6w12Qg/videoa418649101b1%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="border-style: none" galleryimg="no" onload="var downlevelDiv = document.getElementById('5fd5d8f9-874c-4a4c-999c-e255160dd3c2'); downlevelDiv.innerHTML = "<div><object width=\"425\" height=\"355\"><param name=\"movie\" value=\"http://www.youtube.com/v/gYTkM1OHFQg&color1=0xb1b1b1&color2=0xd0d0d0&hl=en_US&feature=player_embedded&fs=1&hl=en\"><\/param><embed src=\"http://www.youtube.com/v/gYTkM1OHFQg&color1=0xb1b1b1&color2=0xd0d0d0&hl=en_US&feature=player_embedded&fs=1&hl=en\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" width=\"425\" height=\"355\"><\/embed><\/object><\/div>";" alt=""></a></div></div></div> Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-80995100758478680242010-05-20T04:30:00.006-05:002010-05-20T08:16:18.525-05:00Black Vegetarian Society of Texas 3rd Annual Cook-Out – This Saturday<p></p><p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/S_SVlOK4LbI/AAAAAAAACug/Hvq1FV5Iw-U/s1600-h/CIMG0511%5B3%5D.jpg"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; MARGIN-LEFT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" title="CIMG0511" border="0" alt="CIMG0511" align="right" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/S_SVlXd2jII/AAAAAAAACuk/-VAnY5ktu-4/CIMG0511_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="166" height="127" /></a></p><p>Come join BVST for their 3rd annual cookout – this Saturday, May 22nd at Flag Pole Hill near White Rock Lake for vegan food, games, and fun.</p><p>Bring a vegan friendly dish to share, or come with an appetite and a $3.00 donation. The weather looks great for Saturday, so it should be a perfect day!</p><p><br /></p><p></p><p>Visit the <a href="http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=108854985816945&index=1">event’s facebook page</a> for contact info and more information.</p><p> </p><p align="center"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=108854985816945&index=1"><strong>BVST Cook-Out</strong></a><br /><strong>Flag Pole Hill - (north of White Rock Lake)<br /></strong>Saturday, May 22, 2010<br />11:30 am – 4:30 pm<br />8100 Duran Circle<br />Dallas, TX</p>Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-13217395904350873232010-04-18T04:30:00.002-05:002010-04-18T04:30:00.728-05:00Support World Week for Animals in Laboratories<p><a href="http://wwail.org/index.html">World Week for Animals in Laboratories</a> (WWAIL) is an annual event designed to expose the plight of animals used for testing and research. WWAIL seeks to educate the public about the scientific, moral, and economic objections to animal experimentation, also known as vivisection.</p><p>In 1986, in an effort to increase the effect of the event, <a href="http://www.idausa.org/">In Defense of Animals</a> (IDA) expanded a day of observance for lab animals into a week-long observance. Since then IDA has served as the international coordinator for WWAIL.</p><p>Join <a href="http://www.animalconnectiontx.org/">Animal Connection of Texas</a> (ACT) in a peaceful demonstration against the <a href="http://www.utdallas.edu/">University of Texas Dallas’</a> unjust treatment of animals in their laboratories. If you're not sure where you stand on the issue, check out this <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/lee-schneider/animals-medical-testing-a_b_539961.html">great interview</a> with Dr. John J. Pippin about animal experimentation.</p><p><br /></p> <p align="center"><img style="text-align: center; margin: 0px auto 10px; width: 200px; display: block; height: 114px; cursor: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5461296719654700834" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_WVMMbhgu_i0/S8psbmwGRyI/AAAAAAAAABA/nYt2LlW8Tgg/s200/4226363498.jpg" /></p> <h6 align="center">Alicia Townsend hosted <a href="http://www.utdmercury.com/news/peta-protests-lab-course-1.1254329">the last demonstration</a> against UTD, which was picked up by <a href="http://www.utdmercury.com/">The UTD Mercury</a>. Let's try to ruffle a few more feathers this time!</h6> <center><strong><br /></strong></center><center><strong>UTD Demonstration</strong></center><center><strong>University of Texas Dallas <br />Tuesday, April 20, 2010 <br />1:00 pm - 3:00 pm <br /></strong><em>800 West Campbell Road <br />Richardson, TX 75080</em> <br /><i>**We will meet at the intersection of W Campbell and N Floyd Road**</i></center><br />Contact Anthony Dean - fighting4them@gmail.com - 817-637-2716 with any questions or concerns.<br /><br />WWAIL starts April 17th and end on April 24th so it is not too late to <em>email us at events@dallasvegan.com to get your event listed. </em>Outreach is the key to ending vivisection.N-Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00520812267049410782noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-82447015781533751502010-04-15T06:30:00.000-05:002010-04-15T06:30:01.530-05:00Earth Day Events This Weekend - Ben Shaberman and MFA<img style="margin: 10px 0px 20px 30px; display: inline" alt="Earth-large-2-tone" align="right" src="http://www.freeclipartnow.com/d/21637-1/Earth-large-2-tone.jpg" width="156" height="152" /> <p> </p> <p>Quick tip on a couple of great events to check out this weekend…</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><br /></p><p><strong><a href="http://www.livegreenexpo.net/">Plano Live Green Expo</a></strong><strong> / Ben Shaberman</strong></p> <p>In addition to a wide array of green exhibits, vegan essayist <a href="http://benshaberman.com/"><strong>Ben Shaberman</strong></a> presents a reading from his book of humorous essays, The Vegan Monologues, at 9:30am and 12:00pm. This is an an amazing opportunity to see a nationally published vegan author and show our Dallas Vegan support!</p><p><br /></p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><strong>Plano Live Green Expo <br />Saturday, April 17, 2010 <br />9am – 7pm</strong> <br /><em>Plano Centre <br />2000 E. Spring Creek Pkwy. Plano, TX 75074 <br /></em></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.oakcliffearthday.com/">Oak Cliff Earth Day</a></strong></p> <p>Head to the 4th annual Oak Cliff Earth Day celebration on Sunday. <a href="http://mercyforanimals.org/events.aspx?state=TX"><strong>Our friends at Mercy For Animals</strong></a> will join over 100 exhibitors on everything from green living to tips on the environmental benefits of switching to a vegan diet. Check out what should be a great event!</p> <p align="center"><strong>Oak Cliff Earth Day 2010 <br />Sunday, April 18th, 2010 <br />Noon – 5PM</strong> <br /><em>Lake Cliff Park <br />1200 N Zang Blvd, Dallas, TX 75203 <br /></em> <br /></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p><em>Email us at </em><a href="mailto:events@dallasvegan.com"><em>events@dallasvegan.com</em></a><em>to get your event listed.</em></p>Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7830923360105103349.post-25819669316601165972010-04-06T06:30:00.000-05:002010-04-06T08:51:57.962-05:00Dallas Vegan Drinks – This Thursday, April 8th!<p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/S7rVYM8d3BI/AAAAAAAACr0/g-xyDKD-26k/s1600-h/dallasvegandrinkslogo%5B2%5D.gif"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; DISPLAY: block; FLOAT: none; MARGIN-LEFT: auto; BORDER-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-RIGHT: auto; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" title="dallasvegandrinkslogo" border="0" alt="dallasvegandrinkslogo" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_eK2b6WE3A44/S7rVYgqncWI/AAAAAAAACr4/izeotH40BJQ/dallasvegandrinkslogo_thumb.gif?imgmax=800" width="244" height="140" /></a></p><p></p><p>Okay, we’ve received some comments on the post-load (or lack thereof) recently. Rightfully so – we admit things have been a little quiet here on the blog – but rest assured it’s not because nothing is going on for vegans in Big-D.</p><p>We’re feverishly putting the final touches on the new Dallas Vegan website (something we’re going to need your help with to finish). Between that, the <a href="http://www.mfablog.org/2010/03/mfas-dallas-rock-out-for-the-animals-concert-is-a-smash-hit.html">benefits</a>, and all the <a href="http://www.pizzaloungedallas.com/">pizza eating</a> going on (more on that next week), time has not been our side.</p><p>But never fear – the one constant you can count on every month is Dallas Vegan Drinks, going on this Thursday, April 8th at Idle Rich Pub.</p><p>Invite some friends and join us and other veg*n friendly peeps for networking, tasty beverages, and fun. Bring your business cards, lit, and anything else you want to share with a great bunch of motivated, awesome people.</p><p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=105960789439238&ref=mf"><img alt="" src="http://drinks.dallasvegan.com/images/icon_facebook.gif" width="25" height="18" />RSVP</a></p><p align="center"><strong>Dallas Vegan Drinks</strong><br />Thursday, April 8th<br />6:00pm - 8:00pm<br /><a href="http://www.idlerichpub.com/">Idle Rich Pub</a><br />2614 McKinney Avenue<br />Dallas, TX 75204</p>Jameyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10064811568079546886noreply@blogger.com0