http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining Vegetarian Society of South Jersey's Blog Thu, 15 Sep 2011 13:15:31 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 VEGGIE DINING http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/hello-world.htm http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/hello-world.htm#comments Sun, 29 Aug 2010 20:16:20 +0000 Admin http://vssj.com/veggiedining/?p=1 Continue reading →]]>

WELCOME to the VEGETARIAN SOCIETY of SOUTH JERSEY’s ”VEGGIE DINING” blog.  

Our DINING GUIDE is the most up to date info for South Jersey, Philadelphia and surrounding area restaurants. We’ve started with the ones that offer a discount for members of VSSJ.  

Other categories include restaurants that are solely vegetarian or vegan, discount coupon links as well as Recipes and potluck posts.  

Looking forward to your contributions and comments as well!    To learn more about us visit www.vssj.com

]]> http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/hello-world.htm/feed 3 VSSJ 25th ANNIVERSARY INTERNATIONAL FOOD FESTIVAL http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/vssj-25th-anniversary-international-food-festival.htm http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/vssj-25th-anniversary-international-food-festival.htm#comments Wed, 31 Aug 2011 03:00:03 +0000 Admin http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/?p=697 Continue reading →]]>  Sunday, September 18 2011, 2pm-7pm
 
We have been in South Jersey for 25 YEARS and we are ready to CELEBRATE!!

EVERYONE ATTENDING receives a swag bag with lots of goodies to take home. For a sneak peek of some of the items that will be included click here: http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/category/25th-anniversary/auction-door-prize-items/swag-bags-view-some-of-the-free-items-you-will-receive

WE HAVE LOTS OF FOOD for you to eat so come hungry :o

When you first arrive you will experience our International Gourmet Appetizer Reception sponsored by Whole Foods Market in Marlton, NJ , Blackbird Pizzeria and others. Get a preview of some of the delicious food: http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/category/25th-anniversary/food/internatl-gourmet-appetizer-reception and it’s VEGAN !!

Then there’s DINNER – at around 4:30pm you will have the opportunity to enjoy a delicious meal Catered by Miss Rachel’s Pantry. For more details: http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/category/25th-anniversary/food/catered-dinner

During the event:

ALL OF THIS FOR ONLY $40 ($35 for ACTIVE paid VSSJ members)

 REGISTER NOW! PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED BY SEPT 9TH – SO HURRY!!(after the 9th call for availability 1-877-999-8775) Limited seating www.vssj.com

Sunday, September 18, 2011, 2pm-7pm
Collingswood Community Center
30 Collings Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
(convenient access to Patco train station)

VOLUNTEER, ADVERTISE in our Event Program or BECOME A SPONSOR.
For more info: vssj25th@gmail.com, 877-999-8775.

VENDOR SPACES available. Contact Janet 856-596-3269 Janet@janeterickson.com

]]> http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/vssj-25th-anniversary-international-food-festival.htm/feed 0 Vegan Hors d’ouevres Menu http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/vegan-hors-d%e2%80%99ouevres-menu.htm http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/vegan-hors-d%e2%80%99ouevres-menu.htm#comments Wed, 31 Aug 2011 01:28:50 +0000 Admin http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/?p=703 Continue reading →]]> Whole Foods Market in Marlton, NJ has become a sponsor for our Anniversary Celebration. They will be showcasing some of their new vegan hors d’ouevres that can be ordered on their party trays now and for the holidays. http://wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/marlton/  They are generously donating:
Vegan dumplings w/dipping sauce  
Marinated Seitan Kabobs (mini kabobs – seitan & grilled bell peppers on a toothpick)
Vegan General Tso’s Chicken – 1 piece on a toothpick – similar to the kabobs above
Moshe’s Burrito Bites (assorted flavors: grilled vegetable & quinoa, black bean, lentils & spinach)
Tomato poppers (cherry tomatoes filled with tabouleh)
Grilled Sesame Tofu 
Vegan Cheese & Harvest Whole Wheat Crackers
 
Make sure you register today www.vssj.com
 
They will also be providing the vegan ice cream to top our apple crisp.
THANK YOU WHOLE FOODS – YOU’RE THE BEST!!
]]> http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/vegan-hors-d%e2%80%99ouevres-menu.htm/feed 0 More Great Entertainment for our 25th Celebration http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/more-great-entertainment-for-our-25th-celebration.htm http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/more-great-entertainment-for-our-25th-celebration.htm#comments Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:38:18 +0000 Admin http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/?p=740 Continue reading →]]>   

Master Guitarist Reid Alburger will be entertaining us with some soothing music during dinner. A past member for years of VSSJ, Reid has come back to join us for our 25th Anniversary Celebration! In the past, Reid has played for VSSJ during our Thanksgiving potlucks and he was fantastic!!

Reid has been performing professionally since 1970.  He is a student of and endorsed by Chord-Melody Jazz Master Ted Greene, and holds a Bachelor of Music Degree in Classical Guitar Performance. As a sought after guitarist, he has TV, radio and recording studio experience. To read more about Reid, click here: http://reidalburgermusic.com/

If you haven’t registered yet – time is a ticking. Click here to register www.vssj.com

If you want to know all about the festivities click here http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/category/25th-anniversary

]]> http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/more-great-entertainment-for-our-25th-celebration.htm/feed 1 New Menu Item Preview http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/new-menu-item-preview.htm http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/new-menu-item-preview.htm#comments Tue, 30 Aug 2011 05:19:56 +0000 Admin http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/?p=766 Continue reading →]]> CousCous, Moraccan Restaurant will be previewing their new vegan menu item “Vegan Shawarma” at our International Gourmet Appetizer part of our 25th Anniversary Celebration. Be the first to sample this flavorful dish.

CousCous is located in Cherry Hill, NJ on Route 70 East, 145 Barclay Farms Shopping
856-427-9994 http://couscousnj.com/index.html

Did you know that CousCous gives A 10% discount to members of VSSJ? 

Members of VSSJ receive a $5 discount to our 25th Anniversary Celebration – to join and/or to register for our celebration click here: www.vssj.com

HURRY DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS SEPT 9th

For details of our 25th Anniversary Celebration click here: http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/category/25th-anniversary

 

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This beautiful bag is cruelty-free, using no animal products with 100% recycled bottle lining. The Clyde features a sliding strap closure at front. Back has zippered slit pocket. The interior has a PDA, cell phone and zip pocket. Includes a detachable / adjustable shoulder strap. http://www.mattandnat.com/product/clyde-cognac-2875/
LET THE BIDDING BEGIN!!
 
SEPTEMBER 9TH IS THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR OUR 25th ANNIVERSARY & FOOD FESTIVAL
]]> http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/matt-nat-handbag-for-our-auction.htm/feed 0 Blackbird Vegan Pizza http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/blackbird-vegan-pizza.htm http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/blackbird-vegan-pizza.htm#comments Wed, 24 Aug 2011 02:18:14 +0000 Admin http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/?p=546 Continue reading →]]> As part of the International Gourmet Appetizer Reception at our 25th Anniversary and Food Festival you will have the chance to sample Blackbird’s delicious Vegan pizza. Yes, it will be Vegan – who thought Vegan could taste this good!! Have you registered yet? click here to register www.vssj.com

Thank you Blackbird!!  To see their entire menu visit www.blackbirdpizzeria.com/

Blackbird offers 10% discount to VSSJ members – just show your membership card.

 

]]> http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/blackbird-vegan-pizza.htm/feed 0 Dinner http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/dinner.htm http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/dinner.htm#comments Tue, 23 Aug 2011 23:17:27 +0000 Admin http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/?p=689 Continue reading →]]> Buffet Dinner catered by Rachel’s Pantry includes:
Italian Wheat Balls in Tomato Gravy, Lentil Rice “Meat” Loaf with mushroom gravy,
Hearts of Palm “Crab Cakes” with sauce, Smashed Creamy Potatoes (all Gluten Free)
and Garlicky Steamed Broccoli. Our event committee had a sampling of the menu and it was delicious!!  www.missrachelspantry.com

Dessert is Homemade Apple Cobbler
topped with “Ice Cream” and Cupcakes.

Hot and Cold Beverages
included.

]]> http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/dinner.htm/feed 0 Personal Care Samples http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/personal-care-samples.htm http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/personal-care-samples.htm#comments Tue, 23 Aug 2011 02:36:15 +0000 Admin http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/?p=676 You will be receiving some personal care samples from Dr Bronner’s in your swag bags at our 25th anniversary celebration http://www.drbronner.com/

to register www.vssj.com

 

 

]]> http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/personal-care-samples.htm/feed 0 Flourless Bread http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/flourless-bread.htm http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/flourless-bread.htm#comments Tue, 23 Aug 2011 02:04:26 +0000 Admin http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/?p=655 Continue reading →]]> Manna Organics is donating their delicious and healthy sprouted breads for you to sample as part of our International Gourmet Appetizer Reception at our 25th anniversary celebration. Manna organics has perfected their recipes to produce great tasting flourless breads. They are also including a coupon for your giveaway (swag) bag. www.mannaorganicbakery.com/  www.facebook.com/MannaOrganics

 

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