It’s hard to imagine a chef whose culinary creations are more aesthetically appealing than Matthew Kenney’s. The vegan master is know for nutrient-dense, deliciously fresh dishes with a rainbow-hued aesthetic that makes them ideal fodder for the Instagram-obsessed. His newest eatery, Plnthouse at the 1 Hotel South Beach, is an…
While Miami Spice is a smorgasbord of multicourse deliciousness, it’s also big on meat, dairy, and eggs. Veg eaters can feel left out, to say the least. Luckily, among the hundreds of participating restaurants there are plenty of options for herbivores — so they can indulge along with every other Miamian. Many of the selections below are vegetarian but can be made vegan upon request. Be sure to ask your server in advance; some spots recommend vegans order off the regular menu. Prices for Miami Spice run $23 for lunch and $39 for dinner.
The world needs more awakened individuals. Seriously, where’s the next Gandhi when you need him? And when it comes to getting enlightened, why not start with the youngest generation? The children are our future, after all. That’s what the Conscious Kids Fest is all about.
Sunset Harbour’s long-awaited veg gastropub has arrived: Soul Tavern is open for business. Owner Jason Gordon describes the new spot as “where healthy meets the hang,” and all revolves around a carefully curated meat-free menu.
There’s no meat on the menu at Brickell’s new Crate Plant-Based Kitchen, Bar & Lounge, but carnivores will still find plenty to love. The 152-seat eatery has a lineup packed with hearty plates such as nonmeat versions of bacon cheeseburgers, Buffalo wings, and chicken tacos, and guests can wash it all down with fresh signature cocktails.
Midtown’s GLAM is a chic, modern spot where omnivores and vegans can sit side by side and leave equally satisfied.
Vegans and carnivores might seem like they’re on opposing teams, but that was before the Beyond Burger. The plant-based patty, made by Cali-based Beyond Meat, bleeds (beet juice), cooks, and tastes like the real thing — and it’s been a huge hit with eaters of every persuasion since its release last year.
Want to eat more plants but have no idea how? Purple Carrot is coming to the rescue. The plant-based meal kit company has hit Miami, so locals can order easy-to-assemble meals delivered to their door.
Once upon a time, Julie Piatt loved cow’s-milk cheese as much as the next person. Maybe more. But that was before she realized the health, environmental, and ethical ramifications of consuming dairy. Fast-forward to 2017, and she and her husband Rich Roll are celebrity vegans, widely regarded as experts in all things plant-based. Piatt hosts a podcast, takes people on Italian retreats, sings, cooks for eager audiences, and writes, among other pursuits. These days, one of her culinary specialties is homemade vegan cheese.
Move over bovine lactations, nuts are the future of milk. And no company better represents that idea than Elmhurst, a 90-year-old dairy plant in New York that recently made the switch from cow’s milk to all-natural vegan nut milks. The new line, called “Elmhurst Milked,” is now available in Publix stores across the Southeast, and you can taste the cruelty-free flavors this Saturday at the Wynwood Block Party.
May is Miami Museum Month, which means locals can snag some sweet savings to see the best stuff in our city’s treasure chest. The gist of the deal is this: Residents score a buy-one-get-one on selected admissions, “join one, see them all” membership savings, or other offers depending upon the…
Despite recent political divisiveness, there are havens where unity and acceptance reign supreme. One such place is the Queer & Trans Community Yoga Class at Agni Miami. The Saturday class is designed to offer a welcoming environment for members of Miami’s LGBTQIA community and incorporates reiki and poetry as part of the practice.
It’s official — Miami has been named one of the nation’s top ten vegan cities. The honor comes from VegNews, the biggest veg publication in the United States, and it’s a first. A free celebration is in the works, dubbed Vegan Day.
If you want to show your appreciation for this big blue marble we live on, here are seven ways to celebrate Earth Day in Miami.
Miami might be getting its own cat café and art space.
Ever since Gabrielle Marewski put her iconic Homestead property, Paradise Farms, up for sale, Miamians have wondered who would end up owning the bucolic spot. Now the deal is finalized, and Karla Dascal, founder of Wynwood’s Sacred Space, is the farm’s new steward.
O, Miami’s View-Through project aims to change Google’s algorithm so that the phrase “Miami inmates are…” is auto-filled by six poems written by local inmates.
Protesters plan to hold a march April 1 to ask Miami Seaquarium to let its most famous resident — Lolita the killer whale — retire. Despite the Seaquarium’s assurances that the orca is healthy and happy, experts testified last year that her health and living conditions are less than ideal.
This year’s fest will feature a poetry-by-prisoners project, a Metrorail poetry partnership, a comedy night, and array of other irreverent events and projects. Festival founder P. Scott Cunningham, a former New Times staffer, gives the scoop on some highlights.
Despite catastrophic statistics about honeybee decline, including a loss of 44 percent of colonies between 2015 and 2016, local horticulturist and entomologist Adrian Hunsberger of the University of Florida says local bees are in pretty good shape, all things considered.
What’s even better than ice cream? Nice cream, of course. In the plant-based world, “nice cream” refers to a dairy-free dessert, generally made with frozen bananas and other tasty ingredients blended in. It’s like the iconic creamy treat everyone loves, but way healthier and easier on animals.
Miami’s favorite plant-based chain is making some changes. Today, Choices Organic Café is rolling out a new menu at its four South Florida locations. Customers can expect lower prices, more customization, and a simpler setup. Make-your-own items are now an option, so patrons can select their favorite ingredients.
