tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-361532852023-11-15T05:15:21.846-08:00Halifax Association of VegetariansThe vegetarian lifestyle is a sustainable and healthy choice. Our Association aims to create a network of individuals and enterprises that promote the benefits of vegetarianism. Moreover, we are a social network offering support, education, and resources. We are a new and growing group with a lot of initiative and enthusiasm. To find out more, please visit us at our official website www.halifaxvegetarians.ca.Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.comBlogger112125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-59391875013913068742018-04-04T12:07:00.000-07:002018-04-04T12:07:02.336-07:00DINNER AT THE WILD LEEKThe Wild Leek located at 2156 Windsor Street will host our April dinner on the 18th at 6:30 pm.<br />
It will consist of three courses as follows:<br />
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Carrot soup with pea puree<br />
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Cremini mushroom & lentils with green beans, toasted walnuts and savory onion and thyme sauce </div>
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Banana cappuccino cheesecake served with coconut whipping cream<br />
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Cost is $29 and it is entirely vegan and gluten free. Everyone is welcome, but due to limed seating, reservations are required at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com </div>
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<br />Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-41639239496010249122018-01-29T10:48:00.000-08:002018-01-29T10:48:02.234-08:00Dinner at Salvatores & AGMOur first dinner of 2018 is scheduled for Monday, January 29th, 6 - 8 pm.<br /><br />Hosted by Salvatore's Pizza (5541 Young Street in Hydrostone), it is a members only dinner, but no need to miss it, as you can renew or obtain a membership at the dinner.<br /><br />No speaker for this dinner, as we will have a short Annual General Meeting, to review the past year and discuss our plans for 2018.<br /><br />All 10 of Salvatore's vegetarian/vegan pizzas will be available for sampling and will include salad. Chris, the owner, has created unique pizzas for our previous visits.<br /><br />Our cost is $16 each, plus beverages, tax and gratuity (half price for children). Reserve now at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com and note if you are vegan. Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-91030217991470229812017-11-25T13:35:00.003-08:002017-11-25T13:35:53.803-08:00Dinner at Cheelin<br />
Hello Members and Friends,<br />
The Halifax Association of Vegetarians will host a dinner on Sunday,
November 26th, 6 pm at the Cheelin Restaurant in the Brewery Market,
1496 Lower Water St. in Halifax.<br />
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Cheelin does not use msg, and sources it's ingredients from local suppliers whenever possible.<br />
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Cost is $18 plus tax and gratuity. Coffee or tea is included, but other
drinks are additional. Children, age 15 and under, eat for 1/2 price.<br /><br />
Members and non members are welcome. Reserve a place at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com<br />
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The menu follows, although chef Fanny Chen offers to replace or add dishes if you do not see your favourite.<br />
Appetizers: Spring roll, Dumpling, Cucumber salad<br />
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Moo Shu Vegetables (with pancake)<br />
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Main dishes: Yuxiang Eggplant, Snow Peas with Garlic Sauce, Crispy Tofu
with Sweet Sauce, Spicy Green Bean, Mapo Tofu Potato with Eggplant in Garlic sauce, Firm Tofu with Garlic Greens, <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_166276822" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">Saturday</span></span> Noodles.<br />
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Steamed Rice<br />
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Hope to see you thereHalifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-36580957951321487092017-09-24T16:34:00.000-07:002017-09-24T16:37:17.540-07:00DINNER AT MEXICO LINDOOur next dinner will be a vegetarian/vegan buffet, 6 PM on Wed. September 27th at Mexico Lindo (3635 Dutch Village Road).<br />
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This is a unique buffet of authentic Mexican cuisine and is created for us, thus the need for the reservations. It is fabulous and much less expensive than a trip to Mexico. <br />
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Members and non-members are welcome but reservations are required at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com<br />
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BUFFET MENU: $22.00 + Tax per person<br />
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MEXICANA SALAD<br />
In a bed of greens sliced mango, avocado, tomato, carrots and pumpkin seeds. <br />
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POBLANO CREAM SOUP<br />
Creamy soup made with poblano peppers and corn nibbles.<br />
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GREEN CHILAQUILES<br />
Tortilla chips cooked in tomatillo salsa, topped with melted cheese, cilantro, onion and sour cream.<br />
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TAMALES<br />
Spinach and cheese<br />
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________VEGAN features of the buffet_____________<br />
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CHIPS AND SALSA<br />
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MEXICANA SALAD<br />
In a bed of greens slice mango, avocado, tomato, carrots and pumpkin seeds.<br />
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SOY CEVICHE<br />
Cooked soy protein mix with tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeno peppers and a zest of lime juice<br />
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MEXICAN RICE<br />
Rice fried in salsa and diced vegetables<br />
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BLACK BEANS<br />
Refried Black beans with a hint of chipotle<br />
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LENTEJAS CON CHORIZO<br />
Lentils cooked with chorizo seasoned soy.<br />
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ROASTED POTATOES<br />
Potatoes roasted with lime and oregano<br />
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TAMALES<br />
Spinach and vegetables<br />
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TAQUITOS DORADOS<br />
Fried rolled corn tortillas filled with potato and herbs.<br />
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CALABACITAS GUIZADAS<br />
Zucchini stew<br />
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AGUA FRESCA (House Drink)—<br />
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DESSERT<br />
VEGAN FLAN<br />
<br />Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-73535871318223301962017-08-24T16:24:00.000-07:002017-08-24T16:24:49.664-07:00Dinner at The Wooden MonkeyThe Wooden Monkey Dartmouth will be hosting a dinner on Sunday August 27th at 6 pm.<br />
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1st Course<br />
Raw Taco - nappa wrapped spicy sundried tomato walnut mushroom ‘meat’, fresh salsa, pine nut ‘sour cream’, guacamole<br /><br />
2nd Course<br />
Roasted Chickpea Salad<br />chickpeas, organic brown rice, peppers,
almonds, raisins, seeds, daikon, dulse, green onions, tahini umeboshi
dressing, organic blue corn chips<br /><br />
3rd Course<br />
1⁄2 Lentil Burger<br />lentils, carrots, miso, garlic, onions, daikon,
oats, served on a 5-organic grain pita with lettuce, tomato & a
maple mustard dressing, served with roasties (oven baked version of
fries)<br /><br />
Dessert<br />
Chocolate Tofu Pie Bites<br />Our signature dish! Non-dairy chocolate
& silken tofu create a wonderful densely smooth cheesecake ‘style’
dessert with an almond walnut crust, served family style<br /><br />
Financial Agreement<br />
4 course meal = $20.24 per person + $3.04 HST + 3.72 Gratuity (16%) = $27<br />
Beverages extra, although coffee/tea provided. <br />
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Our speaker will be urban planner Tristan Cleveland, as we view the skyline of Halifax across the harbour.<br />
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Everyone welcome. Reserve at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.comHalifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-8012153324395105112017-06-02T04:58:00.001-07:002017-06-02T04:59:17.670-07:00Dinner at Lui's FormosaI am pleased to announce that we will be hosting a dinner at Lui's Formosa Gift and Tea House at 6 pm. on Saturday, June 3rd. Located at 278 Wyse Road (corner of Albro Lake Road) in Dartmouth, this is one of the few completely vegetarian cafes/restaurants in the HRM.<br />
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The dinner (which is vegan friendly) is Formosan Chinese and includes a sampling of their many menu options and some not on their regular menu. Based on previous visits, you should arrive hungry to this very unique eatery. <br />
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Cost is $16 each, plus tax and gratuity. Everyone welcome, but space is limited to 20 places, so please reserve at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com<br />
<br />Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-83359976989103908512017-04-19T08:23:00.000-07:002017-04-19T08:23:19.670-07:00Mexico Lindo buffetThe Halifax Association of Vegetarians are hosting a vegetarian/vegan buffet, 6 PM on Tuesday, April 25th at Mexico Lindo (3635 Dutch Village Road). We return to Mexico Lindo each year because this unique buffet of authentic Mexican cuisine is fabulous and much less expensive than a trip to Mexico. <br /><br />This is one of our most popular dinners with limited seating, everyone welcome but reserve at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com if planning to attend. The buffet break-down is included below.<br />Hope to see you there. <br />Richard, Secretary<br /><br /><br /><br />BUFFET MENU: $22.00 + Tax per person<br /><br /><br /><br />MEXICANA SALAD<br />In a bed of greens sliced mango, avocado, tomato, carrots and pumpkin seeds. <br /><br />POBLANO CREAM SOUP<br />Creamy soup made with poblano peppers and corn nibbles.<br /><br />GREEN CHILAQUILES<br />Tortilla chips cooked in tomatillo salsa, topped with melted cheese, cilantro, onion and sour cream.<br /><br /><br /><br />TAMALES<br /><br />Spinach and cheese<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />________VEGAN features of the buffet_____________<br /><br /><br />CHIPS AND SALSA<br /><br /><br /><br />MEXICANA SALAD<br />In a bed of greens slice mango, avocado, tomato, carrots and pumpkin seeds.<br /><br />SOY CEVICHE<br />Cooked soy protein mix with tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeno peppers and a zest of lime juice<br /><br />MEXICAN RICE<br />Rice fried in salsa and diced vegetables<br /><br />BLACK BEANS<br />Refried Black beans with a hint of chipotle<br /><br /><br /><br />LENTEJAS CON CHORIZO<br /><br />Lentils cooked with chorizo seasoned soy.<br /><br /><br /><br /> ROASTED POTATOES<br /><br />Potatoes roasted with lime and oregano<br /><br />TAMALES<br />Spinach and vegetables<br /><br /><br /><br />TAQUITOS DORADOS<br /><br />Fried rolled corn tortillas filled with potato and herbs.<br /><br /><br /><br />CALABACITAS GUIZADAS<br /><br />Zucchini stew<br /><br /><br /><br />AGUA FRESCA (House Drink)—<br /><br /><br /><br />DESSERT<br /><br />VEGAN FLAN<br />Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-17975808728448093092017-03-18T12:29:00.001-07:002017-03-18T12:29:10.655-07:00Dinner at Just Spring Roll<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman";">Just Spring Roll, first level of Park Lane on
Spring Garden Road, will host a dinner on Sunday, March 26, at 5:30 pm. The menu
will include Mango Juice, Vietnamese Tofu salad , Spring Rolls, Tofu with
lemon-grass & ginger, Tofu curry, Stir-fried vegetables, House Fried rice,
Steam rice, Pad Thai, Jasmin tea / Coffee. With the exception of one item, this
dinner is completely vegan.<br />
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Cost will be $15 - no tax/gratuity. Payment at dinner must be CASH or CHEQUE to
HAV. Everyone welcome, but we will only accept 20 reservations for this
dinner due to limited seating. Reserve at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman";">A favourite dinner for many of us, so reserve early.</span></span></div>
Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-58922409523454150632017-02-26T09:37:00.000-08:002017-02-26T09:37:07.308-08:00Pizza at SalvatoresOur first dinner of 2017 will be held on Monday, February 27th, 6 - 8 pm.<br /><br />Hosted by Salvatore's Pizza (5541 Young Street in Hydrostone), it is a members only dinner, but no need to miss it, as you can renew or obtain a membership at the dinner.<br /><br />No speaker for this dinner, as we will have a short Annual General Meeting, to review the past year and discuss our plans for 2017.<br /><br />All 10 of Salvatore's vegetarian/vegan pizzas will be available for sampling and will include salad. Chris, the owner, has agreed to add our choice of the best vegan pizza to his menu, and note that it is the choice of the Halifax Association of Vegetarians.<br /><br />Our cost is $16 each, plus beverages, tax and gratuity (half price for children). Reserve now at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com and note if you are vegan. Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-50423598717896621972017-01-13T16:12:00.000-08:002017-01-13T16:13:29.995-08:00BREAKFAST AT THE WILD LEEK<div>
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Our first event
of 2017 is a vegan breakfast at The Wild Leek, 2156 Windsor St.
Halifax, on Friday, January 13th at 9 am. (Kirsten is opening one hour
early for us). </div>
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The following link to the breakfast menu will allow you to order with your reservation to halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com<br />
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<a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=http://wildleek.ca/food-menu/&source=gmail&ust=1484438825701000&usg=AFQjCNF4G34QLqgvThJ-Kwt2H6-YgwWqLw" href="http://wildleek.ca/food-menu/" target="_blank">http://wildleek.ca/food-menu/</a></div>
Weather can always be an issue, but many nice days in January and we will hope that the 13th is one of them.</div>
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Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-82688818580797939982016-11-24T14:10:00.000-08:002016-11-24T14:13:11.565-08:00DINNER AT DHABAOur next dinner is scheduled for Sunday, Nov 27, 7 - 9 pm. <br />
We are returning to highly rated Dhaba - located at 8 Oland Crescent, Bayer's Lake, Halifax.<br />
The dinner at Dhaba last year, was our most popular to date.<br />
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It is a dinner buffet with a special price ($19.99 per person + tax + 10% gratuity) = $25 per person (additional drinks extra). No charge for children.<br />
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Everyone welcome. Reservations at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com<br />
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Menu:<br />
Green salad - Vegan<br />
Rice - Vegan<br />
Naan (Paratha for Vegans)<br />
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Channa Masala (chickpea curry) - Vegan<br />
Daal Palak - Vegan<br />
Veg Korma with tofu instead of paneer-Vegan<br />
Aloo Mattar (Potato and peas) - Vegan<br />
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dessert - Fruit salad (Vegan) and Kheer (rice pudding for Vegetarians) <br />
coffee/teaHalifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-83347630602564487262016-10-27T17:08:00.000-07:002016-10-27T17:08:26.414-07:00Dinner at Ela'Many of you have already reserved a place at the dinner on Friday October 28th, 6 pm at Ela' the Greek Taverna. The menu has been confirmed by the restaurant. The popular platters of vegetarian and vegan offerings are again available, but only for us! One of the many reasons to attend, as you can sample to determine your favourite.<br /><br />The price is $20 per person (no charge for children under 12). When reserving at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com, please note if you prefer to sit at the vegetarian or vegan table. You can also request that the colourful menu be sent. <br /><br />Our speaker, Carey Rolfe of Underway Tiny Eco Homes, will speak to us at the end of the dinner and answer questions about this popular choice in home construction. <br /><br />Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-73252697522642407652016-06-20T16:36:00.000-07:002016-06-20T16:36:39.129-07:00THAI / VIETNAMESE DINNERJust Spring Roll, first level of Park Lane on Spring Garden Road, will
host a dinner on <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_823279441" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">Sunday, June 26</span></span>, at <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_823279442" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">5:30 pm</span></span>. The menu will include Mango salad, Spring Rolls, Tofu with lemon-grass &
ginger, Tofu curry, Stir-fried vegetables, House Fried rice, Steam
rice, Pad Thai, and Jasmin tea. With the exception of one item,
this dinner is completely vegan.<br /><br />
Cost will be $15 - no tax/gratuity. Payment at dinner must be CASH or
CHEQUE to HAV. Everyone welcome, but we will only accept 20
reservations for this dinner due to limited seating. The previous dinners
at Just Spring Roll have been very popular. Reserve at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com<br />
Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-52567532149075719872016-06-12T07:36:00.000-07:002016-06-12T07:39:43.242-07:00Dinner at enVie - a vegan kitchenWe will return to enVie on Monday, June 13 at at 6pm for a 3 course dinner. <br />
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At $29pp. plus tax and gratuity, it will be our new high for cost. However, it is a favourite of many of us due to the stunning food on offer. <br />
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1st course) roasted kabocha squash and bbq tempeh sushi with ponzu gel.<br />
2nd course) roasted king oyster mushrooms, smashed potatoes, asparagus, smoked corn salsa, and arugula salad.<br />
Dessert) peach cobbler with vanilla ice cream<br />
Everyone is welcome, but as seating is limited to 24, a reservation to halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com is necessary. Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-13718163661759370422016-04-19T16:30:00.000-07:002016-04-19T16:34:44.457-07:00DINNER AT MEXICO LINDO<br />
We are hosting a vegetarian/vegan buffet, <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1527420323" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">6 PM</span></span> on <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1527420324" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">Monday, May 2nd</span></span> at<br />
Mexico Lindo (3635 Dutch Village Road). We return to Mexico Lindo<br />
each year because this unique buffet of authentic Mexican cuisine is<br />
fabulous and much less expensive than a trip to Mexico.<br />
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This is one of our most popular dinners with limited seating, everyone<br />
welcome but reserve early at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com <br />
The buffet break-down is included below.<br />
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BUFFET<br />
MENU: $22.00 + Tax per person<br />
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MEXICANA SALAD<br />
In a bed of greens slice mango, avocado, tomato, carrots and pumpkin seeds.<br />
POBLANO CREAM SOUP<br />
Creamy soup made with poblano peppers and corn nibbles.<br />
GREEN CHILAQUILES<br />
Tortilla chips cooked in tomatillo salsa, topped with melted cheese,<br />
cilantro, onion and sour cream.<br />
TAMALES<br />
Spinach and cheese<br />
ROASTED POTATOES<br />
Potatoes roasted with lime and oregano<br />
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VEGAN features of the buffet:<br />
CHIPS AND SALSA<br />
SOY CEVICHE<br />
Cooked soy protein mix with tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeno peppers and<br />
a zest of lime juice<br />
MEXICAN RICE<br />
Rice fried in salsa and diced vegetables<br />
BLACK BEANS<br />
Refried Black beans with a hint of chipotle<br />
PAPAS CON CHORIZO<br />
Potatoes cooked with chorizo seasoned soy.<br />
TAMALES<br />
Spinach and vegetales<br />
NOPALITOS (Cactus Salad)<br />
Slice tender cactus mixed with tomato, onion, and cilantro<br />
CALABACITAS GUIZADAS<br />
Zucchini stew<br />
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DESSERT<br />
COCONUT RICE PUDDING<br />
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AGUA FRESCA (House Drink)--Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-43258573336696503262016-01-24T06:25:00.000-08:002016-01-24T06:28:26.665-08:00PIZZA SAMPLING AT SALVATORESOur first dinner of 2016 will be
hosted by Salvatore's Pizza (5541 Young St.) on <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_770927097" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">Monday, January 25</span></span>, 7-9
pm for a members only dinner, but no need to miss it, as you can renew
or obtain a membership at the dinner. No speaker, as we will have a
short annual general meeting to review the past year and discuss our
plans for 2016. <br />
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All ten of Salvatore's vegetarian pizzas will be
available for sampling. The dinner will include both pizza and salad,
and is vegan friendly. Please note if you are vegan when making your
reservation. <br />
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Our cost is $16 each, plus beverages, tax and gratuity. A bargain for pizza sampling. <br />
Reserve now - <a href="mailto:halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com" target="_blank">halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com</a><br />
<br />Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-7669315583918631952015-10-29T16:56:00.001-07:002015-10-29T16:56:07.957-07:00DINNER AT DHABAOur next dinner is scheduled for <span><span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_216397386" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">Sunday, Nov 1</span></span></span></span>, <span><span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_216397387" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">6 - 8 pm</span></span></span></span>. at highly rated<br />
Dhaba - located at 8 Oland Crescent, Bayer's Lake, Halifax<br />
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It is a dinner buffet with a special price ($19.99 per person + tax + 10%<br />
gratuity) = $25 per person (additional drinks extra)<br />
Reservations at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com<br />
<br />
Menu:<br />
Green salad - Vegan<br />
Rice - Vegan<br />
Naan (Paratha for Vegans)<br />
<br />
Channa Masala (chickpea curry) - Vegan<br />
Daal Palak - Vegan<br />
Veg Korma with tofu instead of paneerc-Vegan<br />
Aloo Mattar (Potato and peas) - Vegan<br />
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dessert - Fruit salad (Vegan) and Kheer (rice pudding for Vegetarians)<br />
coffee/tea<br />
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Our speaker will be Tess Cyrus, a professor at Dalhousie<br />
and a member of our association, who will speak about the<br />
time that she spent in India, the most vegetarian country on the planet.<br />
Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-84821852226214903212015-08-28T16:45:00.000-07:002015-08-28T16:52:06.948-07:00WOODEN MONKEY DINNERI am pleased to announce that our next dinner will be hosted by the Wooden Monkey (Dartmouth location) - our first visit to this restaurant - on Wednesday, September 2 at 6 pm. It will be a 4 course dinner (another first) and, although not mentioned on the menu, will include a taster of NS white or red wine, or one of their NS craft brewed beers (also firsts). It will also include coffee or tea with the dessert.<br />
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A bit more expensive than most of our dinners, but excellent value. The cost of the dinner is $27 and includes the 4 course meal with tasters, tax and gratuity. Please contact us at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com for a copy of the menu and/or to reserve a place at the dinner.Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-55211739104086538502015-07-19T14:33:00.000-07:002015-07-19T14:33:02.170-07:00GREEK DINNEROur next dinner will be a return to ela! Greek Taverna in the Bayers Lake Business Park on Saturday, July 25th 6 pm. They will offer platters of their many vegetarian and vegan menu items for $17 per person, plus beverages, tax and gratuity (age 10 and under free). This allows you to sample.<br /><br />Please indicate if you wish to sit at a vegetarian or vegan table. As usual, we require a reservation.<br />
If not on our email list, you can review the colourful menu by requesting it from halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com <br /><br />Our speaker will be Jessie Doyle of Fruition, who will speak about the success of VegFest 2014, and what is planned for VegFest 2015. We increased our membership dramatically at VegFest 2014.<br /><br />Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-63431661117279512582015-05-20T13:52:00.000-07:002015-05-20T13:55:01.951-07:00Dinner at Mexico Lindo<div class="MsoNormal">
Hello Members and Friends, <br />
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Again this year we are hosting a
vegetarian/vegan buffet, 6 PM on Monday, May 25th at Mexico Lindo (3635
Dutch Village Road). We return to Mexico Lindo each year because this
unique buffet of authentic Mexican cuisine is fabulous! The buffet
break-down is included below. <br />
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Cost of the buffet (including drink and dessert) is $18.50 (+ tax) per person. Payment can be made at the dinner. <br />
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Everyone is welcome, however due to limited seating, a reservation is required by return email.<br />
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BUFFET MENU:<span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><br />
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MEXICANA SALAD<br />
In a bed of greens slice mango, avocado, tomato, carrots and
pumpkin seeds. <br />
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POBLANO CREAM SOUP<br />
Creamy soup made with poblano peppers and corn nibblets.<br />
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GREEN CHILAQUILES<br />
Tortilla chips cooked in tomatillo
salsa topped with
melted
cheese,cilantro, onion and sour cream.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma;">TAMALES</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Spinach
and cheese<br />
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IMPOSSIBLE CAKE<br />
A cake and a flan together! With or with out milk goat caramel.</span></div>
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VEGAN features of the buffet:</span></div>
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CHIPS AND SALSA<br />
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SOY CEVICHE<br />
Cooked soy protein mix with tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeno
peppers and a
zest of lime juice<br />
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MEXICAN RICE<br />
Rice fried in salsa and diced vegetables<br />
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BLACK BEANS<br />
Refried Black beans with a hint of chipotle</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma;">PAPAS
CON CHORIZO</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Potatoes
cooked with chorizo
seasoned soy.<br />
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TAMALES<br />
Spinach and vegetales<br />
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NOPALITOS (Cactus Salad)<br />
Slice tender cactus mixed with tomato, onion, and cilantro</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma;">CALABACITAS
GUISADAS</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Zucchini
stew</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma;">CHOCONUT
MOUSSE</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Chocolate
and coconut mousse</span></div>
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AGUA FRESCA (House Drink)</span>--</div>
<br />Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-35004013981952644352015-05-07T16:49:00.000-07:002015-05-07T16:49:03.812-07:00DINNER AT JUST SPRING ROLLJust Spring Roll, first level of Park Lane on Spring Garden Road, will host a dinner on Sunday, May 10, at 6 pm. The menu will include Mango Juice, Vietnamese Tofu salad , Spring Rolls, Tofu with lemon-grass & ginger, Tofu curry, Stir-fried vegetables, House Fried rice, Steam rice, Pad Thai, Jasmin tea / Coffee. With the exception of one item, this dinner is completely vegan.<br /><br />
Cost will be $15 - no tax/gratuity. Payment at dinner must be CASH or CHEQUE to HAV. Everyone welcome, but we will only accept 20 reservations for this dinner due to limited seating. The previous dinner at Just Spring Roll sold out.<br />
Reserve at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com <br />Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-49139961792352866732015-04-10T16:41:00.000-07:002015-04-10T16:41:20.329-07:00DINNER AT CHEELIN<br />The Halifax Association of Vegetarians will host a dinner on Sunday April 12th, 6 pm at the Cheelin Restaurant in the Brewery Market, 1496 Lower Water St. in Halifax.<br /><br />Cheelin does not use msg, and sources it’s ingredients from local suppliers whenever possible. <br /><br />Cost is $18 plus tax and gratuity. Coffee or tea is included, but other drinks are additional. Children, age 15 and under, eat for 1/2 price.<br /><br />Everyone is welcome. Reserve a place at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com<br />The menu follows, although chef Fanny Chen offers to replace or add dishes if you do not see your favourite.<br /><br />Appetizers:<br />Spring roll<br />Dumpling<br />Cucumber Salad<br /><br />Moo Shu Vegetables ( with pancake)<br /><br />Main Dishes<br />Yuxiang Eggplant<br />Snow Peas with Garlic Sauce<br />Crispy Tofu with Sweet Sauce<br />Spicy Green Bean<br />Mapo Tofu<br />Potato with eggplant in garlic sauce<br />Firm Tofu with Garlic greens<br />Saturday Noodles<br /><br />Steamed Rice<br /><br /><br />Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-73094332849736044812015-02-22T06:45:00.002-08:002015-02-22T06:48:53.803-08:00DINNER AT SALVATORE'S PIZZA<div>
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<br />Our first dinner of 2015 will be hosted by Salvatore's Pizza (5541 Young St.)
on Monday, February 23rd, 7-9 pm for a members only dinner, but no need
to miss it, as you can renew or obtain a membership at the dinner. No
speaker, as we will have a short annual general meeting to review the past year and discuss our plans for 2015. <br /><br />All
ten of
Salvatore's vegetarian pizzas will be available for sampling. The dinner
will include both pizza and salad, and is vegan friendly. Please note
if you are vegan when making your reservation. The staff of Salvatore's
enjoyed our last visit and plan to again be creative.<br /><br />Our cost is
$15 each, plus beverages, tax and gratuity. A bargain for pizza
sampling. <br />Reserve now at <a href="mailto:halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com" target="_blank">halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com</a><br /></div>
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Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-37925143627677969512014-11-24T17:02:00.000-08:002014-11-24T17:02:05.292-08:00DINNER AT THE HEARTWOOD<div>
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The Halifax Association of Vegetarians is hosting a raw food dinner on Wednesday, November 26th, 6 pm at the Heartwood. As in previous years this is one of our most popular dinners.<br />
The revised menu is as follows:<br />
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Starter - Greek Style Salad</div>
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Main - Tomato Basil Zucchini Pasta served with Flatbreads</div>
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Dessert - Carrot Cake or Strawberry Cheesecake </div>
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Tea & Coffee <br /> </div>
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Raw, Vegan, Gluten Free, Sugar Free!<br /><br />The cost of the
dinner will be $16 (children half price - under 5 free).<br /></div>
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The speaker will be Susan Rubarth, author of Living the Raw Live Vegan Lifestyle. <br /></div>
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For those not already reserved, there are still a few places remaining that can be reserved at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com<br /></div>
Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36153285.post-61181122236365522982014-10-31T04:10:00.002-07:002014-10-31T04:10:58.838-07:00Dinner at enVie The Vegan KitchenDinner at enVie A Vegan Kitchen (corner of Agricola and Charles) on October 30th at 6 pm. <br /><br />The menu for the three course dinner is as follows:<br />Butternut Squash Minestrone <br />Walnut and Lentil Loaf with coconut mashed potatoes, garlic Brussels sprouts and charred leek and black pepper gravy<br />Chocolate Torte<br /><br />$20 plus beverages, tax and gratuity. As always vegetarian and vegan friendly - in this case completely vegan. We always offer a special price and/or menu and in this case both!<br /><br />Everyone welcome (members and non-members), but reservations required due to limited seating. Reserve at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com<br /><br />Halifax Association of Vegetarianshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11963979741376097745noreply@blogger.com0