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We empower people to shift towards a way of life that benefits humans, other animals, and our planet by providing Veg Challenges that include a Vegan Mentor Program, practical tips, inspiration, and community, all free of charge.

10/11/2026

The feel-good Japanese comfort food of 100% vegan Obon Shokudo keeps us coming back for more and always delights us. It’s truly one-of-a-kind and spectacular, a joyful celebration of locally and sustainably grown food. They show without a doubt that being vegan is not about deprivation. Such a win for all of us, the other animals, and our 🌎!

Obon Shokudo is open for pickup, delivery, and dine-in Weds – Mon 11:30 AM – 9 PM.

We savored:

Obon Pickle Bowl – this amazing bowl has seasoned sprouted brown rice topped with a rotating selection of 3 kinds of house-made tsukemono (Japanese pickles), and 3 kinds of osozai (small Japanese vegetable side dishes). This one had yuzu daikon, salted cabbage, umesu cucumber, miso mayo tofu, and kinpira carrots and celery with tamari, sugar, and sesame oil. All of this comes with a cup of house-made miso soup with a choice of 3 types. We had the aromatic and umami-rich Buddha’s hand with hominy miso. This will be gone on 10/14, so get it while you can. (Gluten-free)

Tofu Katsu – tofu from Ota Tofu marinated in a soy/sesame/ginger mixture and breaded with Little T American Baker panko. Served with a sweet and tangy house tonkatsu dressing. This tofu is amazing, crispy on the outside with a meaty but tender consistency inside.

Okonomiyaki – cabbage and onion pancake with fried tofu and ginger-pickled beets, topped with house tonkatsu sauce, house-made tofu-based mayo, house furikake, and shichimi. Crispy outside, tender and juicy inside, with luscious toppings, we could happily eat this every day. Both this version with ginger-pickled beets and the other one with kimchi are fantastic.

Cheesecake with Peach Apple Sauce – rich and creamy Cultured Kindness New York-style cheesecake with lovely peach apple sauce made by Obon Shokudo. Dreamy. (Gluten-free)

Ginger Turmeric Tonic – bracing, refreshing, and revitalizing.

Pot of Kuwacha Mulberry Leaf Herbal Tea – mild, gently earthy, comforting, and caffeine-free.

10/10/2026

We were delighted by a fabulous dinner from the autumn menu of 100% vegan Adelleda (https://www.adelledapdx.com, on Instagram), which focuses on fresh pasta and seasonal dishes that highlight local, organic, seasonal, and wild-foraged ingredients.

Adelleda is open Thurs – Mon, 4 – 9 PM for dinner, and Fri – Sun, 10 AM – 2 PM for brunch.

We savored:

Autumnal Salad – chicory, fennel, apple, sorrel, celery seed vinaigrette, pickled radish. Bright and refreshing with a perfect balance of fruity, lightly sweet, tangy, and lightly salty. (Gluten-free)

Risotto – corn three ways, shish*to, crema, cilantro, and Fresno powder. Lovely mix of flavors and textures. (Gluten-free)

Parisian Gnocchi – luscious pillowy pâte à choux gnocchi, kohlrabi puree, celeriac, leek oil, toasted nuts, tarragon, and plant-based parmesan. Delightful.

Wedding Cake – dreamy layers of almond cake and rich frosting, topped with nasturtium leaves. This decadently delicious cake was the owners’ wedding cake. (Gluten-free)

Bold, Creative, Delicious, and Refreshing Mocktails:

Luna Lovegood – Dhōs and Wilderton n/a bittersweet liqueurs, lemon lime, n/a sparkling w**e, soda water, and acid phosphate.

Paul Newman – The Pathfinder N/A spirit, Dhōs N/A orange liqueur, alcohol-removed red w**e, and burnt orange juice demerara.

10/09/2026

We are happy that Betterhalfpdx, a vegan-friendly sandwich shop, has reopened at their new location on NW Thurman St in the former Food Front space. They have delicious vegan options for all their sandwiches, and many can also be made gluten-free.

Betterhalfpdx is open this week, Weds – Sun 9 AM – 5 PM. After this week, their hours will be Tues – Sun, 9 AM – 5 PM.

We savored:

Vegan Beast – house-made 🐮-free roast beef, 🐄🥛-free provolone, caramelized onions, shredded lettuce, tomato, horsey sauce, and green sauce on a house-made hoagie. The mix of meaty, cheesy, and creamy with crisp, fresh veggies was very satisfying. Served with potato chips.

Vegan Kale Caesar – lettuce blend, pickled red onions, sweety drop peppers, tomatoes, chickpea croutons, cashew/hemp parmesan, vegan parmesan, creamy Caesar tahini dressing, and a scoop of seasoned 🐥-free salad. Full of flavor, hearty, and substantial, this is easily a meal on its own.

Chocolate Chip + Sea Salt Cookie – this large, dreamy, vegan chocolate chip cookie was soft and chewy with crispy edges, packed with lots of chocolate chips, and topped with sea salt flakes.

10/08/2026

It was great to celebrate Filipino American History Month with 100% vegan, worker-owned, family-friendly, and queer-run Jade Rabbit, which serves up crave-worthy dim sum and pan-Asian cuisine. In addition to their classic Filipino dishes, they are offering savory and sweet specials that rotate each week.

Jade Rabbit is open Mon – Fri 12 – 9 PM and Sat – Sun 11 AM – 9 PM.

We savored:

Pinakbet – stewed bitter melon with okra, eggplant, tomatoes, onion, and 🐷-free pork. Fabulous mix of sour and savory flavors, as delicious as it was nourishing. (Gluten-free)

Garlic Bok Choy – bright and crisp stir-fried bok choy in umami-rich 🐟 -free sauce with raw and fried garlic.

P**o Pao – delicious and adorable 🐰-shaped steamed rice flour buns filled with meaty and savory 🐷-free pork, black garlic, and brown sugar. (Gluten-free)

Biko – thick slice of soft and chewy caramelized rice cake drizzled with lovely and lightly sweet coconut caramel and toasted coconut flakes. (Gluten-free)

Sol Ring Mocktail – hibiscus, lime, and grapefruit. Refreshing with a perfect balance of tart and sweet.

Pot of Mulberry Leaf Tisane – with woody and fruity leaves, this was delicate, gently earthy, and comforting.

10/06/2026

We always enjoy returning to Uncle Tsang's Kitchen, an all-vegetarian food cart in Piknik Park Food Carts & B**r Garden that serves up an extensive menu of delicious Chinese food, almost all of which is vegan. The portions are very generous, and the prices are remarkably low.

Uncle Tsang’s Kitchen is open for pickup and on-site dining including covered seating Tues – Sat, 12 – 7 PM.

We savored:

Garlic Eggplant with Tofu – luscious melt-in-your-mouth Japanese eggplant, carrots, onions, ginger, and tofu in a lively, richly flavorful sauce. Served with a choice of brown or white rice. Irresistible.

Veggie Pot Stickers – juicy minced veggies in a tender dumpling wrapper. So good.

10/04/2026

We are always happy to go to Tokyo Sando, which serves up wildly popular Japanese-style sandwiches, to have their fabulous vegan option. They seek to bring a Tokyo experience to their customers, and we think they are succeeding.

Tokyo Sando is open for pickup, delivery, and on-site dining at Midtown B**r Garden 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM every day except Tues.

We savored:

Tofu Miso Katsu Sando – generous amount of organic tofu, homemade panko, umami-rich Tokyo Sando miso sauce, intensely flavorful black garlic, and shredded cabbage. Such a crave-worthy combination of sweet and savory flavors with a mix of textures: crunchy panko coating the smooth tofu, crispy garlic, crisp cabbage, and soft, fluffy, pillowy bread. You can add extra black garlic, and we’re glad we did.

10/03/2026

We were delighted that 100% vegan Epif decided to pop up with an evening of small plate favorites from when they were a South American-inspired dinner spot. Pepe and Nicolle are brilliant at both brunch and dinner, and as always, everything was innovative, elegant, delicious, and beautiful. We hope they will do this again!

Epif serves up an amazing brunch Fri – Mon 9 AM – 2 PM.

We savored:

Causa – chilled mashed potato rolls filled with vegan cream cheese, tempeh, and red peppers, and topped with beet aioli. These culinary works of art are as spectacularly delicious as they are gorgeous. (gluten-free, nut-free)

Sopaipillas – fried pumpkin 🎃 bread served with a lively, chunky pebre dipping salsa. These light and flaky savory pastry puffs were amazing. (nut-free)

Ceviche – tofu, mushrooms, onion, red pepper, and cilantro soaked in a tangy mango leche de tigre (citrus marinade) and served with fresh apple slices. So imaginative and full of bright and fresh flavors. (gluten-free, nut-free)

Baked Empanada – this crave-worthy empanada was filled with vegan cream cheese, BBQ sauce, 🐥-free strips, and onions. Served with a vibrant, tangy, creamy verde salsa made with cilantro, lime, and pepper. (nut-free)

Chocolate Tart – rich and creamy in a flaky shell and topped with a vegan marshmallow. Delightful. (nut-free)

Refreshing Mocktails:

Fuzzy Wuzzy – lemon, 🐝-free honey, old fashioned bitters, and sparkling water.

Tropic Topic – orange juice, lime, tiki bitters, and ginger b**r.

10/02/2026

We enjoyed returning to Meta Pizza, which serves up hand-tossed pizzas in Brooklyn, PDX inspired by family pizzerias in Brooklyn, NY. They have two vegan pizzas on the menu that feature delicious combinations of thoughtfully chosen and prepared veggies. Gluten-free crusts are usually available. They also have square vegan pesto slices. You can get a whole square pesto pie that’s not on the menu but available if requested.

Meta Pizza is open for pickup, delivery, and outdoor seating 3 – 9 PM Sun – Thurs, 3 – 10 PM Fri – Sat.

We savored:

The Pesto Vegan – rich and deeply flavorful vegan pesto, roasted garlic, zucchini, sweet onion, marinated tomatoes, and broccoli raab, plus mushrooms and vegan cheese on a chewy crust with crisp edges. Crave-worthy and satisfying.

Asian Pear Salad (vegan version) – baby arugula, local Asian pears, bell pepper slices, and balsamic dressing. Lively and refreshing accompaniment to the pizza.

10/01/2026

It is always a joy to go to 100% vegan and gluten-free Tiny Moreso, a charming and welcoming little whole food café in the Cully neighborhood, for delicious, nourishing, and revitalizing meals. You can choose from an assortment of 🌱-based treats, snacks, bowls, salads, and smoothies. The vibrant, rich flavors will satisfy your taste buds, and the rest of your body will feel great too.

Tiny Moreso is open for pickup, delivery, and dine-in Tues – Thurs 11 AM – 5 PM, and Fri – Sat 11 AM – 6 PM.

We savored:

Italian Wedding Soup – garbanzo bean and tofu meatballs, quinoa and rice pasta, carrots, and kale. Hearty, flavorful, and comforting.

Broccoli Stir Fry – broccoli, tofu, caramelized onions, and carrots on brown rice with sesame seeds on top. Tasty, nourishing, and satisfying.

Pecan Pie Bar – delightfully gooey and decadently delicious.

09/30/2026

We enjoyed returning to Thunderbird Bar for more of their crave-worthy vegan comfort food options. These show we can be being kinder to ourselves, the other animals, and our 🌎, and still enjoy delicious and satisfying food.

Thunderbird Bar is open for takeout and on-site dining at two locations: SE Foster and N Mississippi.

This is the vegan deliciousness that we savored from the SE Foster location:

Scoot Scoot – crispy, meaty, breaded vegan 🐥, smoky, thick-cut, crispy 🐷-free Thrilling Foods 🥓, avocado, onion, tomato, lettuce, and miso mayo. Very satisfying. Served with a side of irresistible sweet potato fries.

Harvest Moon Salad – spring mix, sweet potato, butternut squash, parsnips, cucumbers, red onion, dried cranberries, beets, and sweet and tangy agave mustard vinaigrette. With a great choice of ingredients, the mix of savory and sweet in this salad was delicious and refreshing.

Address

6550 N Interstate Ave
Portland, OR
97217

Website

https://www.pdxveg.org/

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