Friday, November 09, 2012

Dinner at Good Food Emporium

A very busy month of October for the association, with our booth at the Wellness Expo, a raw food dinner at the Heartwood, a presentation by bestselling author and dietician Vesanto Melina, a presentation on the History of Vegetarianism by Richard and Jordan, and a visit this past Sunday to Whinney Horse Farm for rescue horses and donkeys.
This link will take you to pics of the farm visit for those that missed it      http://www.flickr.com/photos/89521310@N02/
We plan a return to the farm in the new year with a work party to paint and help Barbara and Tony with chores.

Our November dinner will be at the Good Food Emporium on Windsor Street, and Selina has agreed to be our speaker. The date and menu will follow. 


Saturday, October 13, 2012

DINNER & LECTURE/BOOK SIGNING


Raw Foods Dinner at the Heartwood

The Halifax Association of Vegetarians is hosting a raw foods dinner at the Heartwood on Tuesday, October 16, at 6 pm. AndrĂ©a Lessing, will speak about her visit to the Vegetarian Food Festival, which is held each year by the Toronto Vegetarian Association.
This is an excellent opportunity to be introduced to the raw food diet, which is growing in popularity across Canada.

The dinner special will be a raw foods salad/dip platter. It will consist of a spinach/lettuce salad with nuts, veggies, local sprouts and a lemon tahini dressing. Along with the salad we will serve a fresh basil guacamole and a seed/nut pate. Specially made flat breads will be served along with the dips. For dessert we will have a raw foods nut/dried fruit ball with coconut.

The cost of the dinner will be $16, plus the cost of beverages, tax and gratuity. HAV members can use their membership cards for a 10% discount on this dinner, and for future visits to the Heartwood.
Send reservations to halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com

Veg Nutrition for Superb Health


Lecture and book signing by Vesanto Melina, Registered Dietition and author of bestselling books: Becoming Raw, Becoming Vegan, Becoming Vegetarian, Raising Vegetarian Children, The Raw Food  Revolution Diet, The Food Allergy Survival Guide and Cooking Vegetarian. *Vesanto is also the co-author of Position of the American Dietetic Association and Dietitians of Canada: Vegetarian Diets that is available at halifaxvegetarians.ca

October 17th, 7 pm at The HUB - 1673 Barrington Street 2nd floor
$5 suggested donation
Hosted by the Halifax Association of Vegetarians and Full of Life -Vegan Connections

Sunday, September 23, 2012

FALL UPDATE


We are often quiet in the summer, as many of us are away; but as we move into fall, we become active with events, and this year is no exception.   

You may recall that we postponed our Ponies and Pizza spring event in Lunenburg County and this event will still take place on an upcoming weekend, although the date has not yet been set.

The Wellness Expo returns to Halifax on Saturday and Sunday, October 13 and 14. 
 Due to support from the owners of the show, we will again have a booth. Please consider volunteering some of your time to help with this important outreach event. 

Our next dinner is scheduled for Tuesday, October 16th at the Heartwood. It will be a repeat of the raw food dinner that we have hosted for the past few years, which has been one of our most popular. 

Vesanto Melina, the author of the bestsellers Becoming Vegetarian and Becoming Vegan, is visiting Halifax for a conference and has agreed to make a presentation for us on October 17th. We will be promoting this event heavily and expect it to be our largest event to date. 


Sunday, June 10, 2012

BIKE & BRUNCH

On Saturday, June 16th (this week!) Atlantic Canada Cycling is organizing a ride around the peninsula of Halifax that will be followed by a vegetarian buffet brunch at Tarek's Cafe that we are organizing. There will be a speaker from the cycling community at the brunch. Those interested in the ride will meet at the Armdale Rotary at 11:00 am. with the brunch following at 1:00 pm. at Tarek's Cafe, 3045 Robie Street.

There is no charge for the ride. The special vegetarian buffet that will include Tarek's signature freshly squeezed juices is $16 and includes a wide variety of vegetarian favourites from the Middle East. If planning to attend, please reserve a place. Please note that you can attend the ride, the brunch, or both. Everyone is welcome.

Friday, May 25, 2012

CHINESE VEGETARIAN DINNER

Our next dinner will take place at 6:00 pm. on Sunday, May 27th. We are returning to Lui's Formosa Gift and Tea House, the only completely vegetarian Chinese restaurant in Nova Scotia, which is located at 278 Wyse Road (corner of Albro Lake Rd.) in Dartmouth. They are usually closed on Sunday, but will open for our dinner.

The dinner will consist of a sampling of their many menu options and some not on their regular menu. Cost is $15 each, plus tax and gratuity. Space is limited to 20 places, so please reserve early at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com.

Monday, April 02, 2012

DINNER AT MEXICO LINDO

We are hosting a vegetarian/vegan buffet, 6 PM on Monday, April 16th (Monday -Ana's only day off) at Mexico Lindo (3635 Dutch Village Road). We return to Mexico Lindo each year because this unique buffet is fabulous! The buffet break-down is included below. The cost of the buffet (including drink and dessert) is $16.50 (+ tax) per person. Everyone is welcome, but reservations required as seating is limited. If interested, please reserve at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com

BUFFET MENU:

MANGO AND PEAR SALAD
In a bed of greens slice mango, pears and pecans. Dressed with Honey.

POBLANO CREAM SOUP
Creamy soup made with poblano peppers and corn nibbles.


EMPANADAS
Corn tortilla pockets filled with spinach and cheese. Garnished with salsa and chopped cabbage.

ENCHILADAS
Corn tortilla soaked in tomato salsa and filled with green pepper and corn topped with melted cheese, onion and sour cream.

IMPOSSIBLE CAKE
A cake and a flan together! With or with out milk goat caramel.

VEGAN features of the buffet:
CHIPS AND SALSA

SOY CEVICHE
Cooked soy protein mix with tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeno peppers and a zest of lime juice


MEXICAN RICE
Rice fried in salsa and diced vegetables


BLACK BEANS
Refried Black beans


EMPANADAS
Corn tortilla pockets filled with potatoes. Garnished with salsa and chopped cabbage

ENCHILADAS
Corn tortilla soaked in tomato salsa and filled with green pepper and corn.


NOPALITOS (Cactus Salad)
Slice tender cactus mixed with tomato, onion, and cilantro

AGUA FRESCA (House Drink)
Jamaica flavor, made from dry petals of the Hibiscus flower.

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Thursday, March 15, 2012

THAI DINNER/DISCUSSION

The menu for the Thai/Vietnamese dinner at Just Spring Roll on Sunday will include Carrot 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 diner is completely vegan.

Just Spring Roll, a member of our discount program and the only Thai restaurant recommended on our website, is located next to the theatre at Park Lane. The dinner is taking place this Sunday, March 18, at 6:30 pm.

Cost will be $15 - no tax/gratuity. Payment must be CASH or CHEQUE to HAV. Everyone welcome. Reserve at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com

Sarah Hoffman, a grad student in Philosophy at Carlton working on research related to food in modern society, is visiting on the weekend and will join us to lead a discussion.

Finally, we are pleased to announce that the Jerusalem Cafe have joined our discount program. Featuring authentic food of Israel and the West Bank, they are located on the corner of Lady Hammond Road and Robie Street.

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

THAI DINNER/DISCUSSION

Please join us for a Thai dinner at Just Spring Roll (next to the theatre at Park Lane) on Sunday, March 18, at 6:30 pm. Usually closed on Sunday, they will be making a special dinner for us at a special price, $15. The menu will follow, but be assured that it will be unique. This is the only Thai restaurant recommended on our website and, yes, they are a member of our discount program.

Only two weeks since our successful dinner at Chez Tess, but Sarah Hoffman, a grad student in Philosophy at Carlton working on research related to food in modern society, is visiting on the weekend and will join us to lead a discussion. Everyone welcome but seating is very limited, so reserve as soon as possible at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com.

Saturday, February 25, 2012

Chez Tess dinner

Our first dinner of 2012 will be held 6 pm. Sunday, March 4th at Chez Tess, 5687 Charles Street, Halifax. The cost for the buffet will be $15, plus tax and gratuity. If you choose to add dessert and other beverages, they are extra. Our guest speakers are Jessie Doyle and Seth Graham of Fruition (known for their kale chips at the Halifax Seaport Farmers Market).
Please reserve soon at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com as seating is limited.
Everyone is welcome.
The menu (vegan friendly) follows:

Savory Crepes, to include Gluten Free as well as Gluten/Dairy Free

Fillings:

Spanakopita- Baby Spinach and Feta in a Light Garlic Cream
Portabello- Marinated Mushrooms, Roasted Red Peppers and Spinach
Roasted Vegetables- Balsamic and Olive Oil Roasted Garlic, Peppers, Onions, Mushrooms and Zucchini
Mousaka- Light Breaded Eggplant and Grilled Potatoes with Marinara
Seasoned Basmati Rice Pilaf with Cheddar

Assorted warm Sauces for Crepe Topping

Fresh Garden Salad with assorted Vinaigrettes
coffee/tea


Friday, December 30, 2011

HAPPY NEW YEAR

Welcome to our blog, which we have been unable to access for the last few months. To bring you up to date, we held dinners at Salvatore's Pizzaria in October and at Estia in November, while attending the Wellness Expo, also in October.

Our plans for 2012 are ambitious and will include dinners in the HRM as well as the South Shore and Valley, catered events and potlucks. As always, we will include interesting guest speakers to increase our knowledge, especially as most will relate to a vegetarian lifestyle.

Hope that you will join us.

Thursday, September 01, 2011

SPECIAL DINNER AT SATISFACTION FEAST

Satisfaction Feast will close and Sunday, September 11th is the final day.

Sarita has provided Halifax with a fine vegetarian restaurant for 30 years and to celebrate this achievement we are hosting a special dinner on Friday, September 9th at 6 pm. No special menu, as many of you have your favourites, and no special pricing, although current members receive a discount through our discount program. No guest speaker, although we may share some memories.

Everyone is welcome. If possible, please reserve a place at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com
Note - this is a celebration and not a wake.

Sunday, August 21, 2011

Dinner at the Mid East

Last year the Halifax Association of Vegetarians returned to the Mid-East Food Centre to enjoy a dinner in their expanded dining area, and it was one of our most popular dinners in 2010. We will return to the Mid-East (corner of Agricola and North) on Friday, August 26th at 6 pm for our last dinner of the summer.

Choose any 4 items from the 10 menu items listed (expanded from the 7 available last year), and the cost, including a drink, is $12 per person, $10 for members, and (gasp!) these prices include tax!
Menu (9 of the 10 are vegan)

1. Stuffed Grape leaves - Calrose Rice with herbs and spices
2. Mjadra Timan - Rice Lentils with caramelized onions
3. Mjadra Burgle - Wheat Burgle with Chives and Spices
4. Buryani Veggie* - Basmati Rice Eggplant potato onions yogurt and spices
5. Tabouli Salad - Parsley tomatos onion cracked wheat oil and spices
6. Hummus - Chic Pea salt garlic and Tahini
7. Mus'aa - Eggplant onion tomato chic pea and spices
8. Timan Bagelah - Basmati Rice green fava Dill and spices
9. Fuol Mudammus - Fava Beans with Onion and tomatos
10. Samosa - Hot spices mixed with Potatos peas and spices
CASH PAYMENT ONLY. Everyone welcome, but space limited so reserve early to Nancy at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com



Monday, August 08, 2011

August Events


The Halifax Association of Vegetarians is offering a potluck and a
dinner in the month of August.

The potluck will be held in Glen Margaret (near Peggy's Cove) at 12
noon on Saturday, August 13th. Please bring the recipe for your dish
so we can indicate vegetarian/vegan and make copies, if requested.
Reserve by email (halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com) and receive directions. Please also indicate
if you need transportation or can offer it.

Our next dinner will be a return to the Mid East at 6:00 pm on Friday,
August 26th
. This will be our last event of the summer. More
information on this dinner, as well as the guest speaker, will follow.

Sunday, June 19, 2011

Raw Foods Dinner at the Heartwood

The Halifax Association of Vegetarians is hosting a raw foods dinner
at the Heartwood on Wednesday, June 29th at 6:30 pm with guest
speaker, raw foods or "living cuisine" consultant Georgia Barnwell.
This is an excellent opportunity to be introduced to this diet, which
is growing in popularity across Canada.

The dinner special will be a raw foods salad/dip platter. It will
consist of a spinach/lettuce salad with nuts, veggies, local sprouts
and a lemon tahini dressing. Along with the salad we will serve a
fresh basil guacamole and a seed/nut pate. Specially made flat breads
will be served along with the dips. For dessert we will have a raw
foods nut/dried fruit ball with coconut.

The cost of the dinner will be $16, plus the cost of beverages, tax
and gratuity. HAV members can use their membership cards for a 10%
discount on this dinner, and for future visits to the Heartwood.

Send reservations to halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com

Tuesday, June 07, 2011

New Documentary

Forks Over Knives is playing at Halifax cinemas starting on June 10th! We're very excited to see this pro-vegetarian documentary.

Visit the website to see what it's all about. www.forksoverknives.com

Monday, May 02, 2011

Dinner in Wolfville, May 21st


Hello Members and Friends,

For our dinner in May, we are joining with the Veggie Potluck Group from the Valley for a special dinner, to be held on Saturday, May 21st at 6:00 pm., at the Ivy Deck Cafe in Wolfville. Seating will be for 20, divided between our two groups, and consist of the following:

Wolfville Dinner Menu:
Greek or Mandarin Salad/ or vegan soup
Entree - Spanakopita or vegan moussaka
Dessert - choice of many desserts made by the Ivy Deck, including lemon squares, rum balls, carrot cake, vegan and non-vegan cheesecakes, and vegan gluten free cupcakes
Cost is $20 per person, plus beverages, tax and gratuity

Owen Bridge from Annapolis Seeds will be the guest speaker (subject to confirmation).
Please reserve as soon as possible by email since seating is limited.

halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com


Saturday, March 19, 2011

MEXICO LINDO BUFFET

HAV is hosting a vegetarian/vegan buffet, 6 PM on Monday, April 18th (Monday -Ana's only day off) at Mexico Lindo (3635 Dutch Village Road). We return to Mexico Lindo each year because this unique buffet is fabulous! The buffet break-down is included below. The cost of the buffet (including drink and dessert) is $16.50 (+ tax) per person. If interested, please reserve early by return email.

BUFFET MENU:

MANGO AND PEAR SALAD
In a bed of greens slice mango, pears and pecans. Dressed with Honey.

POBLANO CREAM SOUP
Creamy soup made with poblano peppers and corn nibbles.

EMPANADAS
Corn tortilla pockets filled with spinach and cheese. Garnished with salsa and chopped cabbage.

ENCHILADAS
Corn tortilla soaked in tomato salsa and filled with green pepper and corn topped with melted cheese, onion and sour cream.

IMPOSSIBLE CAKE
A cake and a flan together! With or with out milk goat caramel.

VEGAN features of the buffet:

CHIPS AND SALSA

SOY CEVICHE
Cooked soy protein mix with tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeno peppers and a zest of lime juice

MEXICAN RICE
Rice fried in salsa and diced vegetables

BLACK BEANS
Refried Black beans

EMPANADAS
Corn tortilla pockets filled with potatoes. Garnished with salsa and chopped cabbage

ENCHILADAS
Corn tortilla soaked in tomato salsa and filled with green pepper and corn.

NOPALITOS (Cactus Salad)
Slice tender cactus mixed with tomato, onion, and cilantro

AGUA FRESCA (House Drink)
Jamaica flavor, made from dry petals of the Hibiscus flower.

Thursday, February 17, 2011

CHINESE VEGETARIAN DINNER

Our next dinner will take place at 6:00 pm. on Sunday, March 6th. We are returning to Lui's Formosa Gift and Tea House, the only completely vegetarian Chinese restaurant in the HRM, which is located at 278 Wyse Road (corner of Albro Lake Rd.) in Dartmouth. They are usually closed on Sunday, but will open for our dinner.

The dinner last year included a Chinese Tea Ceremony, which is not included this time. However, Jeffrey has agreed to teach us a sentence or two of Chinese during the dinner, which will consist of a sampling of their many menu options and some not on their regular menu. The cost is $15, plus tax and gratuity. Space is limited to 20 places, so please reserve early at halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com.

Sunday, January 23, 2011

January Korean Dinner

Happy New Year from the Halifax Association of Vegetarians. Our first dinner of 2011 will be held at Song's Korean Restaurant, 6249 Quinpool Rd. on Thursday, February 3rd at 6pm. New in 2010, this restaurant has been receiving excellent reviews.

The vegetarian and vegan friendly menu will include a choice of salad or veggie dumplings to start, then specifically made for us- fish-sauce free kimchi, miso soup, then egg or tofu topped BiBimPap (a rice and vegetable dish with Korean hot sauce that is added individually to taste), followed by a choice of many teas. The cost is $15.00 plus tax and gratuity.

Please e-mail halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com to reserve a place.


Monday, November 22, 2010

Annual Festive Dinner at Satisfaction Feast

We are once again holding our annual FESTIVE DINNER at Satisfaction Feast, 3559 Robie Street (one block north of Lady Hammond). The date is Saturday, December 4th at 6:30 PM.

This is a three course dinner including: soup as the appetizer, vegetable tofu pot pie, mashed potatoes with gravy and cranberry sauce as the main course, and a choice of their famous truffles, peanut butter balls or carob balls for dessert.

The dinner is vegan adaptable. The cost is $18.00 for the full portion or $15.00 if you choose to order the main course with smaller portions. Tea and coffee included. Other drinks are an additional cost as well as taxes and gratuity. Payment is accepted through cash, debit or credit card.

We welcome both members and non-members to join us. Please note that there is limited seating, so reserve early for this festive vegetarian dinner by email. halifaxvegetarians@gmail.com

Speaker to be announced.

www.satisfaction-feast.com