I received my very own golden ticket, and was invited to receive a personal tour at TCHO! TCHO, pronounced “Cho”, is an award-winning and fully plant-based chocolate company located in Berkley, California. Recognizing environmental impact, TCHO converted to an all plant-based company in 2023. TCHO Chocolate is not only 100% plant-based, but Fair Trade Certified, […]
Pull Up Baby! Within walking distance of the Oakland LGBTQ center is a walk-up restaurant slinging vegan versions of BBQ and soul food, known as Vegan Mob! Vegan Mob founder Toriano’s life-changing journey to plant-based inspired him to create the well-known food truck and restaurant, offering his community healthier alternatives. At Vegan Mob, you will […]
This weekend was Manteca’s Christmas at the Promenade (previously Christmas in the Park). The event was held at the Promenade Shops at Orchard Valley and was filled with vendors of all varieties. I made the rain-laden drive from Modesto so I could finally try Vegan Circus! Vegan Circus is a 100% organic, vegan, and non-GMO […]
Turn That Frown Upside Down Because Mr.Charlie’s Told Me So: An Exhibition of Plants Mr.Charlie’s wants to redefine fast food. With a bold marketing strategy and fun take on plant-based eating, Mr. Charlie’s is doing just that. Mr. Charlie’s is an “exhibition of plants”, bringing plant-based food to communities in a fun and meaningful way. […]
If you’re looking to end your weekend on high vibrations, the Second Sunday Brunch at Bauhaus is the place to be. Intimate, with live music, outdoor seating, and sweet and savory brunch options, even for us vegans! When it is not the second Sunday of the month, Bauhaus is a Tapas Bar. Wednesday-Saturday you will […]
Wednesdays are the new Meatless Monday because Urbano is serving up an exclusively vegan menu for one night a week, right here in Modesto. I attended this week’s Vegan Night at Urbano California Bistro and was blown away by the menu’s attention to detail. It is a healthy take on the vegan lifestyle, with plant-forward […]
I tried it all, so now you know you have to! This Tuesday I had the privilege of attending July’s Taco Tuesday, and was invited to try something from each vendor, including the host Cast Iron! This month’s Vegan Soulstice vendors were; Sugar Mama 209, Cuco etc, Comida De Jen, and Sautayed! On the last […]
Under two hours away a building in Placerville, California encases a world all its own: Enchanted Forest Dining. Set within an enchanted Celtic forest is a dining experience you have to see to believe. Dining tables filled with magically lit glittery resin streams are tucked within Nature Fort Booths for an intimate setting, or beneath […]
This weekend I attended my second Pilates Brunch Club of the year. It was held at Blaker Brewing in Ceres, California, just behind my old high school! 2022’s PBC includes vegan options for brunch and alcohol-free beverages if that’s your jam. I opted for beer, as Blaker has many vegan-friendly brew options and I arrived […]
Yesterday was my birthday! Yep, I’m an Aries. To celebrate, we ate locally for dinner and I ordered a gluten-free and vegan birthday cake from Boho Buttercream. When I placed my order I asked for a vegan and pink cake, but left the design and flavor combo up to Boho Buttercream’s chef Anya. I was […]
