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.

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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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.

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.

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

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.

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.