Monthly Archives: April 2013

Vegan2Go – Gainesville, Florida (Part I)

Part I: The Restaurant A few weeks ago I posted an article from the New York Times entitled “Yes, Healthful Fast Food Is Possible. But Edible?” Vegan2Go, Gainesville’s only all-vegan restaurant, answers with a resounding YES! Vegan2Go, which opened in November … Continue reading

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The Swamp – Gainesville, Florida **Guest review by Dan**

More than the unofficial name for the stadium the Florida Gators play in, The Swamp is also a restaurant in Gainesville, Florida located across the street from the university.  Mostly known for its bar and night-life, The Swamp also has … Continue reading

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Dexter’s – Orlando, Florida

Dexter’s has three restaurants in the greater Orlando area. We visited the Thornton Park location in downtown Orlando. Another couple picked Dexter’s, who said they had been going there for the past 20 years, loved it, and wanted us to … Continue reading

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The Internet: Use It!

Since you’re reading this blog, you have access to the internet – so use it, especially when traveling. If you aren’t feeling up to negotiating the menu of whatever restaurant you come across, there are several websites that will make … Continue reading

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Allergen Guides

If the menu item doesn’t specifically say that it’s vegan, it may not be. Restaurants love to sneak butter and eggs into their dishes (see my post about Macaroni Grill). A good way to check that what you’re getting really … Continue reading

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Feta… used to make it better

Oh feta cheese. I loved feta so much my saying was “feta makes it betta!”. Yes, I am super corny. But truly, it DID make everything taste extra good – with spinach, in eggs, on a salad, in a quesadilla, … Continue reading

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Resolving the Coronary Artery Disease Epidemic Through Plant-Based Nutrition

This article by Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn Jr. focuses on the effects of a plant-based diet on heart disease. It demonstrates an ability to prevent, stop the progression of, and in some cases reverse Coronary Artery Disease (CAD). This is … Continue reading

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Reggae Shack Café – Gainesville, Florida

The first time I went to Reggae Shack Café was about a year ago. My friend Kym, a pescatarian and fellow veggie lover, was visiting and we were feeling adventurous – and hungry. Neither of us was sure what vegetarian … Continue reading

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It’s All About the Ingredient List

This is off topic of dining out and rather on dining in, but I am so frustrated! I’ve been tricked. I spend so much time right now reading labels in the grocery store, it’s becoming my new hangout. But I … Continue reading

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Link to NYT article: Yes, Healthful Fast Food Is Possible. But Edible?

I thought this was an interesting article in the New York Times and very fitting for my blog since I am of course looking for both healthy and delicious! Fast is a nice plus. It’s pretty focused on L.A., but … Continue reading

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