VSSJ has a nice turnout for our Saturday potluck, held at Medford Friends Meeting House. 21 people of all ages enjoyed some great food, several of whom were attending their first VSSJ potluck. We loved having you, and hope you come to another event ...
Host a Vegetarian Exchange Student!
Looking for a Host Family for Vegetarian Exchange Students! Academic Year in America (AYA) is currently looking for a host families for high school aged vegetarian students coming to study in the USA beginning in August 2019. Families can s ...
VSSJ Member Benefit
Estimated Savings with a VSSJ Membership There are many reasons to become a member of VSSJ, but if you dine out you can actually save money. If you were to dine at one of our affiliated restaurants every week for one year you would save ...
Atlantic City Vegan Festival
On Saturday July 13th, VSSJ visited Atlantic City, but we weren't gambling! Twelve volunteershelped out at VSSJ's table at the Atlantic City Vegan Food Festival,hosted by the NJ VegFest at the former casino Showboat. The volunteers talked to hundreds ...
In Case You Missed It
Here is what is going on in the plant-based world this week: 56-year-old Rip Esselstyn, founder of both the Engine 2 diet and Plant-Strong podcast, has smashed the world record for Men's 55-59 group 200-meter backstroke. He credits a " ...
Diet & Breast Cancer
Plant-Based Foods Increase Breast Cancer Survival A new report on breast cancer survival favors plant-based eating, as presented by the World Cancer Research Fund International's Continuous Update Project. A panel of independent scientists review ...
In Case You Missed It
Here is what is going on in the plant-based world this week 4 of the world's leading Plant-Based doctors dispel 5 of the top health myths about vegan eating National Food Truck Day was June 28. How vegan food trucks are r ...
Lemony Blueberry Muffins
(Makes 1 dozen) The subtle hint of lemon gives these classic muffins a nice twist. 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour 2 teaspoons baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt 1-½ teaspoons egg replacer dissolved in 2 Tablespoons water ½ cup organ ...
Dried Tomato Tapenade
(Makes about 1 cup (or 6 to 8 servings)) Spread this luscious concoction on fresh whole grain bread. Use leftovers for spreading on whole grain crackers or toasted Italian bread. ¾ cup sun-dried tomatoes (not oil-cured)⅓ cup toasted slivered o ...
Couscous Tabbouleh
(Serves 6 to 8) As a base for salads, grains lend texture, substance, and protein. Tabbouleh, a classic grain salad, is traditionally made with bulgur. For variety, I like to use whole wheat couscous. 1 cup raw couscous, preferably whole wheat ...









