Veg Out

On today’s episode we had the pleasure of meeting Roger Yang, the founder of the amazing restaurants Awai and Away. We talk about his transition to veganism, the concept behind each restaurant and pure management. Listen now to Veg Out! 

Today we chat with Hana James from Greenhouse Juice to learn about the science behind cold pressed juice and also get some tips for making delicious smoothies. Hana recently did a demo at the Veg Food Fest. You can pick up the Greenhouse cookbook at the Toronto Vegetarian Resource Centre. Members get 10 percent off all cookbooks in our store! Listen now to Veg Out! 

On this week’s episode the gang chats with chef, nutrition professor and research associate at George Brown College, Amy Symington. We talk about her approach to plant based nutrition, raising a vegan child and her upcoming appearance at this year’s Veg Food Fest. Listen now to Veg Out with Amy Symington! 

"On today’s episode of Veg Out, Lisa and Steve interview Taymer Mason about vegan food, her history with veganism, her cookbooks Caribbean Vegan, Caribbean Smoothies, and Caribbean Vegan (the second edition). You can buy Caribbean Smoothies and the second edition of Caribbean Vegan in the Resource Centre (Wednesdays 6-9 and Saturdays 1-4) or in the vegan section of many bookstores! Be sure to visi...

On today’s episode we learn all about working with vegan chocolate with chef Matan Volach and also get a deep dive on vegan doubles with Lucas Boers the chef behind the doubles food trike. Matan will be presenting at this year’s Veg Food Fest on Sunday Sept 9th at 6 pm at the Lakeside Terrace. Listen now to Veg Out 430! 

On today’s episode we chat with Lynda Turner from Fauxmagerie Zengarry to learn all about starting your own vegan company, how she creates her cashew cheese, and previews her newest flavour Ale Aged Cheddar. Zengarry will be sampling their newest flavour at Whole Food Markets from July 12th to 14th. They will also be back at Veg Food Fest at Harbourfront Centre on Sept 7th, 8th and 9th. Fauxmageri...

On today’s episode of Veg Out, Jeanette, Lisa and special guests Greg and Stephanie talk about how people are vegan enough, and our upcoming events! TVA volunteer Greg drops by to tell us everything we need to know about the tenth anniversary of Vegan Rock!. Sponsored by Bark & Meow Pet Supplies, Mama Vegan, MNR Distributors Inc, Parka Food Co, Sick On Sin, Tori’s Bakeshop, Truth Belts, and Ve...

On today’s episode of Veg Out, Lisa, Vivian and Steve talk about how to cook vegan and incorporate more produce when you don’t know how to cook. This is a topic we’ll probably have to go into more detail in the future because there’s so much to cover, but Vivian asks questions coming from a perspective of a busy person who doesn’t have time to cook or much cooking experiences. Header image of vega...

Today John, Steve and Cait discuss their favourite vegan restaurants in Toronto.  Spoiler Alert:  John has a new favourite.  The trio also discuss upcoming TVA events and the co-hosts “vegan background stories”.   

On today’s episode we welcome guest Matt Noble, co-founder of the Toronto Vegetarian Food Bank. Listen now to Veg Out! 

Today Steve and Ana have the pleasure of meeting and talking to Michael and Toni Abramson the owner’s of YamChops a Toronto based Plant Based Butcher Shop.  Michael and Toni share their inspiring stories of their journey of starting a business and sharing their passion with world. In the past 4 years in addition to opening the First Plant Based Butcher shop, they appeared on Dragon’s Den in 2...

On today’s episode of Veg Out, Jeanette, Steve and Lisa talk about wedding season and talk about Lisa’s vegan wedding planning and how that’s all coming together. From venues to caterers, to guests hesitant about an all-vegan wedding, Lisa shares her ongoing experience with planning her wedding with her vegetarian partner. Got any vegan planning tips? We’d love to hear them! Email us at tva@veg.ca...

Today Jeanette and Ana talk to the Sean O’Callaghan aka the Fat Gay Vegan about his book, his vegan journey, his love of vegan events and his form of activism. Listen to Veg Out!     

Today John and Ana discuss what they believe to be the current vegan trends.  Ana also gives a review of Disgraceland (which is now fully vegan and where members can get a special discount this month.  The two co-hosts also talk about next weekends Vegan Bake Off. Check out the TVA events calendar for more information but many of our upcoming events. Listen Now!

In today’s episode of Veg Out, Ana, Lisa and Steve talk about how different aspects of fictional culture hint at plant-based living as the future. Referencing Star Trek, Subnautica, and The Orville, the RC crew discusses today how technology today is inspired by tech from sci-fi and fantasy, and how many of them echo themes of vegetarianism. Listen Now: 

On a special Family Day weekend edition of Veg Out, we meet Emre and his vegan family – the beautiful golden retrieves Raio and Maia! Emre shares stories of his vegan activism and his experiences with transitioning his dogs to a vegan diet. Listen now to Veg Out! Some vegan dog food brands for those who are looking:  Natural Balance Vegan Formula  Can be purchased at online (Toronto base...

On today’s episode, we are joined by Emily from the Toronto Vegetarian Association to get us excited about the upcoming Vegan Bake Off! We also review the new cookbook Vegan for One, by Ellen Jaffe Jones, which you can borrow from our Resource Centre. And we encourage people to check out the special prix fixe dinners at Grasshopper Restaurants. Listen now to Veg Out!     

On today’s episode, we welcome Mark and Jenn from the Toronto Veg Fitness Group. We chat about veg nutrition, fitness tips and their upcoming 60 day challenge. You can email torontovegfitness@veg.ca to sign up for their mailing list. Listen now!     

Today on Veg Out we talk about all things breakfast and brunch with Jennifer Needham, coordinator of the Toronto Veg Brunch Group. The group chats about their favourite vegan brunch places in the city and what they make at home for their own breakfasts. You can check out Jennifer’s blog here. Listen here! 

Vegan youtube star Lauren Toyota stops by to talk about her upcoming cookbook Vegan Comfort Classics:  101 Recipes to Feed Your Face, that’s available now for pre-order. Listen now!     

On today’s edition of Veg Out, John, Jeanette and Steve offer some tips on goal setting for the year. Clink on the link below to hear the full episode, or subscribe through itunes or on our Veg Guide App. Listen to Veg Out! Join the Veg Fitness Club! Three Step Plan to Crush Your New Year’s Goals from the No Meat Athlete. Twelve month habit challenge from the No Meat Athlete Take the Veggie Challe...

In today’s episode of Veg Out Jeanette, Steve and Ana talk to Samantha Doyle about Vegan Baking.  Samantha Doyle won in two categories, savoury and sweet, at the 2017 Totally Fabulous Vegan Bake Off.  She is a member of our TVA book club and TVA baking group.  She is a passionate vegan and baker.  She shares her vegan baking journey and her tips and secrets for vegan baking. Ne...

In today’s episode of Veg Out, Ana, Steve and Lisa get to know Ally Lazare, the renaissance woman behind Mama Vegan, who tells us all about her vegan journey, how she started her business and her various delicious vegan products! You can find Mama Vegan here: Order from Mama Vegan Facebook Twitter Instagram You can find her cheeses at Tempeh Trails and Rosie’s Eatery Upcoming Events: TVA Annual Ge...

On today’s episode of Veg Out, Lisa, Ana and Steve talk with Sam Turnbull about her new cookbook, Fuss Free Vegan! We talk all about the process, her vegan story, her favourite recipes from the cookbook and much more! You can find Sam here: It Doesn’t Taste Like Chicken (food blog) Twitter Instagram Facebook YouTube Upcoming Events: Holiday Market – November 19, 12-6 pm ($5 tickets), 601 Christie...

On this week’s episode, Jeanette and Steve highlight some holiday events from the TVA and preview some upcoming episodes of Veg Out. If you have any topics you’d like to see us cover, send us an email at tva@veg.ca. You can buy tickets now for the Holiday Market, you can come to our Holiday Open House and Bake Sale, and members can join us for the Annual General Meeting. Listen to Veg Out!  &...