07Sep 2016 by Plant Matter Kitchen
Cheers to National Beer Lover’s Day!

Cheers to National Beer Lover’s Day!

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Today is National Beer Lover’s Day—and we love ourselves some chilled, robust, distinctive, locally-brewed beer at Plant Matter Kitchen. This day was apparently founded by John-Bryan Hopkins, who is the creator of Foodimentary, the official go-to source for food holidays. On the day when folks were celebrating National Acorn Squash Day, Hopkins was in the mood for a beer, and hence National Beer Lover’s Day became an annual celebration. At PMK, we serve squash and beer—both of which are vegan, locally and ethically sourced. In honour of this national day, we’d like to take a moment and acknowledge our four feature breweries at PMK: Anderson Craft Ales, Beau’s All Natural Brewing Company, Forked River Brewing Company, and MacLean’s Ales Inc. Do you know why carry these beers over other beers?…
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05Sep 2016 by Plant Matter Kitchen
Cooking With Organic Oils & Oil Substitutes

Cooking With Organic Oils & Oil Substitutes

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“We never use any cheap oils — only organic, cold-pressed olive, coconut, & avocado oil” ~ Glenn Whitehead, co-founder of PMK At PMK, we realize that it’s best to avoid using oil when cooking, but we also realize that that isn’t always possible. In lieu of complete oil-free cooking, our team of cooks always use the best and healthiest oils to help craft PMK’s signature dishes: cold-pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO), coconut, and avocado oils. EVOO: helps fight disease such as osteoporosis and its bioactive compounds, such as antioxidants, help protect against cancer. EVOO is also rich with monounsaturated fats, which help lower cholesterol. Coconut oil: helps boost immunity, helps prevent heart problems (due to its high content of lauric acid), and helps build strong teeth (due to its…
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01Sep 2016 by Plant Matter Kitchen
Having a party? Host it with PMK!

Having a party? Host it with PMK!

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When you visit Plant Matter Kitchen, you’re not just coming for a meal, you’re coming for an overall experience of good food, good times, and good company. You’re coming for an experience of nourishment, fulfilment, and calm that extends beyond the food on your plate and into the atmosphere around you. You’re coming to experience a nuanced way of eating and living, and to enjoy that with friends, family, coworkers, and great community company. From bridal showers to business lunches to book launches, Plant Matter Kitchen is happy to host any event you have on your agenda. You don’t have to be a vegan to love our food! Ask us! We’re flexible! At Plant Matter Kitchen, we’re creative and open to change, so if there’s something special you'd like to…
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30Aug 2016 by Plant Matter Kitchen
Tuesdays Aren’t Tuesdays Without Tacos

Tuesdays Aren’t Tuesdays Without Tacos

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Tacos are for Tuesdays—and today’s the day! Taco Tuesday dates back to 1989, when it was registered for a trademark by the Mexican food chain restaurant Taco John’s. It has since been used by restaurants near and far, including at Plant Matter Kitchen. Every Tuesday we subvert tradition by creating a delicious vegan version of the traditional taco. This week, PMK’s tacos feature our special spiced cauliflower drizzled with our delicious cilantro lime dressing, served on our freshly baked house-made tortillas accompanied by a side of our rice and beans. Check out our video on how this Tuesday’s tacos are made! Wash our tasty tacos down with one of our awesome craft beers from Beau’s, Forked River Brewing Company, or Anderson Craft Ales. Come visit us today for a #TacoTuesday…
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25Aug 2016 by Plant Matter Kitchen
From Toronto to Wortley Village: A New Vegan Eatery is In Town

From Toronto to Wortley Village: A New Vegan Eatery is In Town

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Plant Matter Kitchen founder Glenn Whitehead and his family have long been travelling to Toronto to experience its vibrant, tasteful, vegan restaurant scene. After endless weekend road trips down the 401 to enjoy vegan fare, they decided it was time to bring the vegan food scene to the London community. Exploring Veganism in The G.T.A. Of all the restaurants they’d dine at, Glenn and his family especially enjoyed evenings at Fresh, where they’d indulge in great vegan meals that were wholesome and fulfilling. Also on Glenn’s go-to list of vegan restaurants in Toronto are: Woodloto, Kupfert & Kim, Hibiscus Cafe, Veggie D’Light, and The Hogtown Vegan. These restaurants offer quality, organic food and beverages from local vendors. Their long list of menu items have made Glenn truly appreciate the art…
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22Aug 2016 by Plant Matter Kitchen
Are You Tying The Knot, Vegan Style? Let PMK Help!

Are You Tying The Knot, Vegan Style? Let PMK Help!

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Weddings are about the celebration of vows; about love, commitment, promise, and of course, the couple themselves. But, they’re also about so much more—the flowers, the decor, the venue, the party, the theme, the dresses, the tuxes, and… the menu! Did you know that on Pinterest, the go-to place for DIY wedding ideas, “vegan” weddings were searched 11% more than “vegetarian” weddings this year? It’s true! And it goes to show how wedding styles are changing so as to account for nuanced and alternative lifestyles, such as veganism. It’s All In The Details From the flowers to the accessories, there are so many details that go into wedding planning. Get some advice on how to master these tips from a pro! Karin Orsini, the blogger behind Simply Vegan, planned her…
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16Aug 2016 by Plant Matter Kitchen
The Grandest of Openings

The Grandest of Openings

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During Plant Matter Kitchen’s Grand Opening on August 11th, people came hungry, hearts went home full, and lots of friends were made. The evening reminded co-owners Glenn Whitehead and Melanie Wendt just why they opened this vegan eatery to begin with—to gather like-minded people under one roof, so they could feed them, converse with them, and provide them with a welcoming, communal space as well as delicious, organic, plant-based meals. Thank you to everyone who made PMK’s Grand Opening a night to remember! For those of you who couldn’t make it out, we captured it all on video—check it out here. Community, London ON, plant matter kitchen, PMK Grand Opening, Vegan, vegan restaurant
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12Aug 2016 by Plant Matter Kitchen
Calling All Members of The London Community

Calling All Members of The London Community

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Located at 162 Wortley Road, Plant Matter Kitchen is here to engage all members of the community. All are welcome, all are appreciated While apolitical in its own philosophy, the eatery welcomes and engages the vegan community in all of its efforts, activism, and perspectives. From the radicals to the yogis, the kitchen is here to cook for you, learn from you, engage in your ideas, and build lasting relationships with you. Staff and customers alike recognize that the restaurant is part of a larger movement—of good food, ethical eating habits, plant-based nutrition, environmental awareness, lasting health, and more—and are excited to engage with like-minded members of the community. So many perspectives, so many views The team at Plant Matter Kitchen is interested in veganism in all its facets. Are…
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