Queen City Vegan

sad news from greensboro, passing of Zaytoon’s owner Masoud Awartani

Justin Holt — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 01:05:16 +0000

very sad news from our neighbors in Greensboro, NC of the passing of the owner of the wonderful Zaytoon’s Mediterranean restaurant in uptown Greensboro. Masoud always opened his doors to hungry vegans in the triad and beyond, with obvious love for his customers and community which was returned from them in abounds.

Our thoughts are with his family, and the veggie and vegan community of Greensboro as they remember, honor, and respect his life. rest in peace masoud.

An online guestbook has been setup for the community and public to pay respects at http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/masoudawartani/guestbook/1.

Vegan/Raw Foods “Luna’s Living Kitchen” Opening where Real Foods was…

Justin Holt — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 15:59:02 +0000

a new Vegan/Raw Foods restaurant will be opening soon at the former location of Real foods Charlotte at Atherton Mills in Southend.

Luna’s Living Kitchen – planned opening for July 19.
website has menu and more information.

look for an interview soon with the people behind the project…

Daiya Vegan Cheese now at Earth Fare location

Justin Holt — Fri, 21 May 2010 15:20:22 +0000

Daiya shreds in Mozzerella and Cheddar

Daiya brand Vegan cheese is now available at Charlotte Area Earth Fare locations. Mozzerella and Cheddar styles are located in the cold vegan foods section (usually near the deli/bakery) and Earth Fare assures us they will always have it in stock.

Thanks to Earth Fare for finally bringing the melty, stretchy goodness of Daiya to Charlotte!

Charlotte Clean and Green Festival TODAY at CPCC Campus

Justin Holt — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 11:32:22 +0000

Charlotte Clean and Green is TODAY at the CPCC main campus near uptown Charlotte. Charlotte Clean and Green is the premier environmental and sustainability focused event in the Charlotte Mecklenburg region. This years’ festival will offer individuals, families and businesses the opportunity to learn how helping to save our natural resources can also save money, create economic opportunity and provide for healthier living.

The 2010 Charlotte Clean and Green festival will be packed with educational and fun–filled activities from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM, rain or shine. Some of the programs and events for this year will include:
* Free green seminars on home efficiency, green living, solar photovoltaic and hot water, green remodeling and building, green careers and much more.
* Vendors and exhibitors showcasing green products, services and ideas to help save money and conserve our natural resources.
* Great food choices featuring fresh local fare prepared through a collaborative effort of Charlotte culinary students and professional chefs. Zizi’s will be there selling 3 kinds of VEGAN Veggie burgers!
* Activities for kids and teens including arts, crafts, and hands–on learning centers in partnership with Sensoria.
* Live music and entertainment throughout the day provided by Sensoria and John Tosco.

The event website is http://www.charlottecleanandgreen.com/ where you can find vendor listing, directions and parking info, and more. We hope to see you there!

Real Foods Charlotte Closing

Justin Holt — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 11:25:03 +0000

Reported by a post on their Facebook Page (http://www.facebook.com/#!/realfoodcharlotte?ref=nf) this morning, Real Foods Charlotte’s last day of operation will be TODAY March 26. They stated the decision to close was by their owner, and Randy left his email address (tricky_gnosis@yahoo.com) for fans to contact him with concerns or whatever.

A sad day for vegans across Charlotte. Hopefully they will be back in some form or another really soon.

http://www.realfoodclt.com/

Flying Biscuit Cafe opens in Park Rd. Shopping Cntr. Next Week!

Justin Holt — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:50:00 +0000

Fans of the Flying Biscuit’s savory and salty BBQ Tofu Collard Wrap, Scrambled Tofu, or vegan Black Bean burgers will rejoice to know that a location is slated to open next week in the Park Road Shopping Center (Park Rd. at Woodlawn Rd.). This location will be much closer to Center-City than the existing Charlotte location in Blakney on Rea Road. (7930 Rea Road, 704 295-4440)

you can follow the opening progress on twitter by following @biscuitparkrd

Check out Flying Biscuit website for more info The Flying Biscuit Cafe

Zizi’s Now Open Sunday’s!

Justin Holt — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 14:35:05 +0000

Zizi’s Vegan 2 Go is now open on Sunday’s (leaving Monday as the only day they are closed).
Saturday Breakfast special is ongoing:

Update on Brixx Pizza Crust – Does it contain Honey?

Justin Holt — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:06:57 +0000

Recently one of our readers, Jenna D, recently noticed a new in-store menu at Brixx Pizza locations in the Charlotte area. Listed on the menu where describing the crust, HONEY was listed as an ingredient! SHOCKING as we all know Honey is a big NO-NO for us vegans. Jenna reached out to Brixx Corporate to confirm whether the crust did contain Honey, and got the following response…

“We are reprinting the menus now and all stores should be returning to making pizza dough with a little sugar and no honey! Check with the manager before eating if you go in this week to be certain they are following the new recipe.
Thanks for your comments,
Jeff Van Dyke

Managing Partner
Brixx Wood Fired Pizza”

So, BE SURE TO CONFIRM WITH THE LOCATION IF THEY ARE EXCLUDING HONEY BEFORE CHOMPING DOWN!!!!

Thank you to Jeff and Brixx Pizza for being extra-loving to the vegan population, and quickly listening and responding to inquiries, and for offering VEGAN CHEESE!.
Extra special THANK YOU to Jenna D for putting the footwork in to get this issue resolved quickly.

Visit Brixx Pizza at several Charlotte area locations, all can be found on the restaurant listing page.

Mellow Mushroom Returns to Charlotte, Summer 2010

Justin Holt — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:37:03 +0000

As reported this morning in the Charlotte Observer

“Mellow Mushroom returns. Pizzeria Mellow Mushroom is re-entering the Charlotte market, having leased 5,740 square feet in Tranquil Court on Selwyn, a mixed-use development in Myers Park. The eatery, which departed the Charlotte market two years ago, plans to open in early summer.”

Thumbs up to Vegan-Friendly sandwiches and pizza!

Original Source
mellowmushroom.com

Your Veganesse – Vegan Desserts in Charlotte

Justin Holt — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 21:37:11 +0000

there is a new vegan dessert catering company here in charlotte, The Veganesse. “A vegan dessert catering service for the Charlotte, NC area. Specializing in freshly made cakes, pies, tarts, and custom creations. Available for your next event or dessert craving!”

“Angela Holster, founder and creator of Your Veganesse, has been veganizing recipes since the age of nine. Through much experimenting and refining, she has solved her personal conundrum of being a ‘vegan with a sweet tooth’ with the desserts featured in this collection. Your Veganesse will NEVER use refined white sugar, table salt, bleached flour, hydrogenated oils, or artificial colors. What you can expect are carefully chosen healthy ingredients that result in a pure and yet decadent dessert. All the desserts are customizable. If you have an allergy to soy, for example, or want to have an item sweetened with stevia only, just say so. ”
The desserts look AMAZING:

The Veganesse
info@yourveganesse.com
704.802.9520