Meatless Meetup

If you haven't yet joined us for dim sum, you may not know why it is one of our most popular events--with large round tables, you get to meet a lot of people and have great conversations. And with ten to a table, you get to sample a small amount of a lot of dishes at a great price.

$ 22 CASH ONLY / person. (Price includes tax & some tip. Diners are encouraged to leave some additional coins on the table for the servers, as we are getting a huge discount!)

Our all vegan menu will be:

1. Three Delicious Combination Congee
2. Sticky Wild Rice in Bamboo Leaf
3. Vegetarian Cutlet with Orange Sauce
4. Steamed Beetroot w/Veggie Dumpling
5. Snow Fungus Dumpling
6. Po Kong Red Rice Sheet Roll w/ Chinese Donut
7. Chili and Pepper Deep Fried Fresh Oyster Mushrooms
8. Spicy Green Beans
9. Spicy Veggie Chicken with Chinese Broccoli

$22 CASH ONLY, CASH ONLY, CASH ONLY. Did we mention cash only?

This is a set menu. Substitutions are not possible but you can skip a dish and still have enough for lunch.

We'll be seated at large round tables, approximately 10 to a table. Upon arrival, check where to sit then pay the host at your table in CASH once seated.

N.B. Please note, to maintain our positive relationship with the restaurant, those cancelling with less than 24 hours notice will be expected to e-transfer payment for their meal to the host.

Those not answering the RSVP question will be removed but are welcome to reregister and answer the RSVP question. Regulars without first timer guests will be removed.

Buses stop right nearby and there's plenty of free parking, but it can take a while to find, so give yourself plenty of time to ensure you get there on time as we cannot guarantee seats can be held long if the restaurant is busy.

One last thing: CASH ONLY. :-)

Join us in Kerrisdale in the private VIP room at the back of Vegan Shoku or in the main dining room.

For $30 inclusive CASH ONLY CASH ONLY CASH ONLY, each diner will enjoy:

• Veggie Sunomonu
• Assorted Vegetables Tempura
• Philadelphia Roll
• Avocado Mango Roll
• Vegan Beef Yaki Udon

NB. RSVPing here is your commitment to transfer $30 to the host AFTER the event IF you cancel with less than 24 hours' notice. Make sure to change your RSVP if you can no longer make it.

Choices Nutrition Consultant Chris Culhane will give a nutrition talk and tour that shows participants how to shift towards a healthy, whole foods plant-based diet. Although vegans are welcome to attend, the information may not be new to those already following a plant-based diet.

Each attendee will get a $10 grocery coupon.

This is an event for people who like to cook! Everyone who signs up for the event, including guests, will bring a different homemade South African dish to share with the others.

Please bring a vegan dish, with at least 8 servings (=8 big scoops). Vegan means no dairy, eggs, honey, gelatin, whey/casein, or other animal byproducts. Please bring an ingredients list for your dish.

Also, please bring a plate, cup, napkin, and cutlery for yourself, and a serving utensil for your dish. (a bag for your dirty dishes would be useful, too).

Confirmed Dish List (more to come):
Jon: Boerewors (spicy sausage)
Melissa: Butternut Soup
Sheri: Chakalaka (vegetable relish)
Dave: Soya Chunk Bobotie (casserole, gluten-free)
Camila: Melktert ("milk" tart)
Sandra: Pumpkin Fritters
Monica: Koeksisters (fried dough)
Honey: Peanut Stew
Michelle: Beet Salad
Michelle's guest: Seasoned, Oven-Roasted Yams

To ensure that we each bring a different dish, I will be contacting all attendees. If you have a favourite vegan South African recipe, we'd love to try it! If you need inspiration, you could try something from one of these websites: