01May 2017 by Plant Matter Kitchen
THE WATER OF REVERSE OSMOSIS

THE WATER OF REVERSE OSMOSIS

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    WATER IS OUR LIFELINE It nourishes us. It hydrates us. It revives us. It makes up 60-70% of the adult body. It has a neutral pH of 7 (neither acidic or basic). It covers nearly 75% of the earth’s surface. It has been recognized as both a human right and a Sustainable Millennium Development Goal by the United Nations. WATER IS CRITICAL TO HEALTHY, ADEQUATE LIVING—FOR EACH AND EVERY ONE OF US IN THIS WORLD Since opening our doors last year, we’ve kept our promise of serving organic, locally-sourced vegan food that’s free from chemicals, preservatives, and GMOs… and we promise the same for our water. “It seemed an important part of our philosophy that what we serve is as pure as it can be,” explains Glenn Whitehead,…
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19Apr 2017 by Plant Matter Kitchen
COMPOSTING AT PMK—ENSURING THAT NOTHING GOES TO WASTE!

COMPOSTING AT PMK—ENSURING THAT NOTHING GOES TO WASTE!

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    It conditions soils and makes for healthier, happier plants and vegetation. Compost is decomposed organic matter made from leaves and kitchen trimmings (veggies, herbs, and fruits). It produces microscopic bacteria and fungi that enriches plant soil with rich, natural nutrients and promotes soil microbes that aid in plant growth. COMPOSTING AT PMK On a daily basis, we do our part in keeping the earth green, the air clean, the water healthy, and our carbon footprint to a minimum by: Serving vegan, organic, GMO-free food that never contributes to pollution in the manner of factory farms Powering our facility with 100% green electricity from Bullfrog Power Using a reverse-osmosis water filtration system Stocking the kitchen with ingredients from local vendors Selling PMK-branded tanks & tees printed on fabric from…
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10Apr 2017 by Plant Matter Kitchen
#PMKVEGANWARRIOR: SAMANTHA MCPHERSON

#PMKVEGANWARRIOR: SAMANTHA MCPHERSON

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Samantha McPherson is a Vegan Warrior. Her admiration, her dedication, and her devotion to veganism proves it. HER STORY Samantha became attuned to an animal and environmentally conscious lifestyle in her teen years. A high school teacher taught her about vegetarianism and she was immediately convinced—from that day on, Samantha eliminated animal products from her diet and never looked back. About four and a half years ago, Samantha took her activism a step further by becoming vegan and learning all about animal cruelty, the horrors of the dairy industry, the benefits of a vegan lifestyle, and ways to get involved and invoke change—for animals and humans alike. HER INSPIRATION Samantha seeks inspiration from vegan idols Anita Krajnc and Jo-Anne McArthur. Founder of the Toronto Pig Save, Anita was charged with criminal…
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06Apr 2017 by Plant Matter Kitchen
DOCUMENTARY REVIEW: SUSTAINABLE

DOCUMENTARY REVIEW: SUSTAINABLE

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Industrial farming. Fertilizer runoff. Polluted grounds and soils. This is what sustainable, ethical, environmentally friendly farming practices are trying to combat. The documentary Sustainable is a great resource that highlights the importance of local farming and the impact the practice has on the community, land, food activism, food security, and the healthy, vibrant, and synergetic cultivation of community. THE CRISIS OF FOOD CONSUMPTION Former New York Times columnist Mark Bittman notes how food production and consumption are suffering a crisis: “It’s not a crisis that you wake up and see every morning. It’s at a crisis point where you have a health care crisis, where our land and water is being badly used, and [where] agriculture is the number two culprit in climate change.” There are a host of influential,…
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21Mar 2017 by Plant Matter Kitchen
PETA Protests Canada Goose

PETA Protests Canada Goose

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Photo credit: CBC News Keeping their enemies close, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is taking a corporate stand against animal cruelty. PETA VS. CANADA GOOSE Adorning placards that read “Friends Not Fashion” and “Wear Your Own Skin,” coyote-masked PETA activists lined up in front of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on March 16. Their purpose? To protest the Initial Public Offering of the Canada Goose stock, on the first day it went public on the NYSE and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). Canada Goose was founded in 1957 under the name Metro Sportswear Ltd. Their winter wear is made with animal furs and feathers—coyote fur on the hoods and down made from duck feathers. Protesting against the inhumane capturing, trapping, and treatment of coyotes—whose fur is…
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21Mar 2017 by Plant Matter Kitchen
INTRODUCING: PMK’S NEW MENUS!

INTRODUCING: PMK’S NEW MENUS!

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Did you know… March is the second month of the year to have 31 days, was named after the first month of the earliest Roman calendar “Martius,” is represented by the daffodil, and is the time when Spring arrives! It’s also the month of NEW MENUS at Plant Matter Kitchen! From bountiful burgers for the hungry adult and crust-less sandwiches for the "Weegans", to health-giving breakfast bowls and creamy linguine that feeds the soul, our new menus showcase our chef’s global culinary interests and highlight familiar local flavours. All Organic. All Vegan. All Healthy. All The Time! WE’VE ADDED BREAKFAST, AND MORE! We now serve BREAKFAST every day! Come visit us at 162 Wortley Road for your morning coffee and a Tofu Scramble Sandwich with Chao Cheese on a wheat-free…
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20Mar 2017 by Plant Matter Kitchen
VEGAN WARRIOR: DEBBIE SOMERS

VEGAN WARRIOR: DEBBIE SOMERS

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    She’s conscious of sustainable food choices. She’s active in her pursuit and her beliefs. She’s deeply passionate about animal wellness. She’s raising her family to be the healthiest version of themselves as possible. She’s celebrating five years of being vegan, this month! She’s Debbie Somers and she’s a Vegan Warrior. DEBBIE’S STORY Debbie began her journey toward veganism 24 years ago, when she was in high school. Being raised in an Italian family where traditional foods are the epitome of culture, affection, and familiarity did not give Debbie much wiggle room when it came to choosing a diet that was right for her. Since veganism wasn’t an option in her teen years, Debbie became a pescetarian after hearing the sound of rabbits screaming as her father butchered them.…
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10Mar 2017 by Plant Matter Kitchen
Veganism + Athleticism = TIA BLANCO

Veganism + Athleticism = TIA BLANCO

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She loves to paint. She’s competitive. She always beats the boys in armwrestling. She’s a role model and an athlete. She’s a professional surfer. She’s vegan. LIFE ON THE WAVE When she was just 3 years old, Tia Blanco learned to surf with her father in Waikiki… and she’s never looked back! “When I am surfing I feel free [and] relaxed,” says Tia, “the ocean can definitely be scary sometimes, so you always have to stay humble to it [and] learn to adapt to all conditions, and push your limits but still stay safe.” Tia has turned her passion for surfing into a career—that’s not only fun and healthy, but that’s brought her onto the world’s stage. An internationally recognized and celebrated surfer, Tia’s awards are nothing short of impressive:…
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08Mar 2017 by Plant Matter Kitchen
IN THE KITCHEN WITH PMK: OUR VERY OWN HOT SAUCE RECIPE!

IN THE KITCHEN WITH PMK: OUR VERY OWN HOT SAUCE RECIPE!

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    It’s a day in the kitchen with Plant Matter Kitchen and we’re making our very own hot sauce! A PMK SPECIAL From its raw ingredients to the finished product, our PMK hot sauce really is something special. Its ingredients are natural, organic, locally-sourced, and the perfect balance between sweet and spicy. The variations are endless and its usages are left to the culinary imagination. If you love hot sauce as much as we do, then watch our video tutorial, read our blog, and get cooking! But first, you’ll need to round up the perfect ingredients: One organic, sweet onion German garlic White vinegar Table salt Organic cane sugar Water Green Jalapeños THE PROCESS 1) Gather your ingredients in one place. 2) Chop the peppers into four then slice…
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28Feb 2017 by Plant Matter Kitchen
COMBATING CLIMATE CHANGE: CLEAN ENERGY, RECYCLABILITY, SCIENCE & GOVERNANCE

COMBATING CLIMATE CHANGE: CLEAN ENERGY, RECYCLABILITY, SCIENCE & GOVERNANCE

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At Plant Matter Kitchen, we’re aware that while caring and being conscious of the safety and security of our environment has a lot to do with the food on our plate, but it’s a topic that is more than food-deep. PLATES TO WALLS TO ELECTRICITY We are accountable for the food we serve. Not only is the food on our plates completely vegan, it is always organic, gmo-free, and local — all three of which help drastically reduce our carbon footprint by avoiding the damaging and devastating system of factory farming. David Suzuki, renowned Canadian environmentalist, offers various ways to reduce our carbon footprint on a daily basis — many of which Plant Matter Kitchen already practises! USE GREEN ENERGY: Plant Matter Kitchen is completely powered by clean, green energy…
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